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Psychology courses are a list of subjects and topics which a candidate has to study to make career in this this field. Physchology is the study of human mind and behavioural pattern. It is a multifaceted stream that involves human development, mental health, social behavior and cognitive processes. Those who study Psychology are called Psychologists. They have expertise to find out how people think or act by studying different determinants responsible for the same including social pressures, and environmental factors.

Table of Contents
  1. Psychology Courses
  2. Psychology Courses Highlights
  3. Specialisations in Psychology
  4. Psychology Courses and Eligibility criteria
  5. Types of Psychology Courses
    • 5.1 Certificate courses in Psychology
    • 5.2 Diploma courses in Psychology
    • 5.3 Undergraduate course in Psychology
    • 5.4 Postgraduate courses in Psychology
  6. Psychology Courses Top Exams

Psychology Courses

There are a range of Psychology courses offered by colleges to make students gain required skills for this field. Students can do Psychology courses at various levels including Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor’s and Master’s, and Doctoral. In addition, there are various short term online courses in Psychology also available. Students can start working as full time Psychologist after completing B.Sc in Psychology. The basic eligibility criteria for admission in Psychology courses is passing of class 10th and 12th with at least 50 percent marks. As mental health has emerged as a major issue among the urban people, Psychology offers a myriad f job opportunities to students. Demand of skilled professionals are always high in this field. After completing courses in Psychology, students can choose to work as Psychologist, Career counsellor, Motivational speakers, and Rehabilitation expert.

Psychology Courses Highlights

Particulars

Details

Level

Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral

Basic eligibility

10+2 passed from a recognised board or university with at least 50% marks

 

Popular exams

DUETBHU PETCUCETMET

Top colleges/universities

AIIMS DelhiDelhi UniversitySt. Xavier's CollegeChrist UniversityPresidency College, Chennai

Job profiles

Career counsellors, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Social Psychologist

Average salary

INR 3-4 lakh

Specialisations in Psychology

Psychology is a broad and diverse field which involves various facets of human mind. Some of the specilisations in Psychology are given below:

  • Clinical Psychology

  • Cognitive Psychology

  • Social Psychology

  • Developmental Psychology

  • Forensic Psychology

  • Personality Psychology

  • Biological Psychology

Psychology Courses and Eligibility criteria

Different Psychology courses at various levels along with the duration and the eligibility requirements are given below:

Psychology course

Duration

Eligibility Criteria

Certificate

1-2 month

  • 12th Pass

Diploma

1-2 years

  • 12th pass for regular diploma

  • Undergraduate degree is must for PG diploma

Undergraduate course

3 years

  • Candidates should have passed 10+2 with 50% marks

Postgraduate course

2 years

  • Must be graduate in Psychology

Doctrol

3 years

  • Should have Master’s degree to pursue Ph.D

Types of Psychology Courses

Certificate courses in Psychology

There are different short duration online/offline Psychology courses available in different specialisations. Most of these courses are free. Students are charged a nominal amount for providing the certificate.

Online certificate courses

Students can do online certificate courses in Psychology offered by various platforms such as Coursera, edX, and Udemy. Anyone who has passed class 12th can do the course. Some of the online certificate courses in Psychology and fee structure are given in the table below:

Name of the certificate

Duration

Fees

The Psychology of Criminal Justice

8 weeks

Free (Certificate for INR 7240)

Introduction to Clinical Psychology

7 weeks

Free (Certificate for INR 7240)

Introduction to Developmental Psychology

8 weeks

Free (Certificate for INR 7240)

Forensic Psychology - Accredited Certificate

2 hours 30 minutes

INR 592

Child Psychology- Accredited Certificate

2 hours

INR 572

Offline certificate courses

There are some institutes where students can take admission for offline certificate course in Psychology. Women's Christian College, Chennai offer certificate course in Psychology while JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore offer certificate course in Principles of Clinical Psychology. The course fee is in the range of INR 5,000 to 10,000.

Diploma courses in Psychology

Students can do general diploma or PG diploma courses in Psychology as per their eligibility. The table given below mentions name of the Postgraduate diploma courses and colleges offering the course.

Course name

Colleges

Average Fees (in INR)

PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology

  • Bishop Heber College,Tiruchirappalli

  • Amity University, Noida

22,000

PG Diploma in Clinical Psychology

  • Amity University, Noida

1,70,000

PG Diploma in Criminal Psychology

  • Amity University, Gwalior

32,000

PG Diploma in Counselling

  • Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi

15,500

Undergraduate course in Psychology

Institutes provide admission in B.Sc in Psychology and B.A in Psychology at undergraduate level. While B.Sc course explores scientific aspects of Psychology, B. A programme focuses on social issues pertaining to the subject. The courses fee is in the range of INR 5,000 to Rs 50,000. Admission is provided on the basis of the scores in the entrance exams. The table enlists undergraduate courses and colleges offering the course.

Undergraduate Psychology courses

Course name

Colleges

Average Fess (In INR)

BA in Psychology

  • St. Xavier's College, Mumbai

  • Fergusson College, Pune

5,000 to 15,000

BA (Hons.) in Psychology

  • Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi

  • Amity University, Noida

  • Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

30,000 to 40,000

BSc in Psychology

  • Presidency College, Chennai

  • Stella Maris College, Chennai

  • Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

10,000 to 15,000

BSc (Hons) in Psychology

  • Bethune College, Kolkata

1,371

Postgraduate courses in Psychology

Those who want to become specialist are advised to go for Postgraduate or Master’s courses in Psychology. At postgraduate level, students have choice to either do M.Sc in Psychology or MA in Psychology. Colleges/institutes conduct entrance exams to provide admission in these courses in Psychology. Candidates can check the table given below mentioning the names of the Master’s courses in Psychology and top colleges for the same.

Course name

Colleges

Average Fess (In INR)

MA Psychology

  • Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi

  • Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar

20,000 to 30,000

MSc in Clinical Psychology

  • Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar

  • Christ University, Bangalore

60,00 to 80,000

MSc in Applied Psychology

  • St Francis College for Women, Hyderabad

30,000 to 35,000

MSc in Counselling Psychology

  • Christ University, Bangalore University of Madras

60,000 to 80,000

Psychology Courses Top Exams

Delhi University Entrance Test (DUET): The National Testing Agency conducts this national level entrance exam for admission to various courses in Psychology. The test paper comprises 100 multiple choice questions and candidates get 2 hours to answer them.

Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test (BHU UET): The entrance exam is conducted by BHU in computer-based mode. BHU UET paper comprises 120 multiple choice questions.

Manipal Entrance Test (MET): The exam is conducted in online mode by Manipal Academy of Higher Education for admission in various courses. The exam paper comprises 200 objective type questions and candidates get 2.5 hours to answer them. There is a provision of negative marking for wrong answer.

Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET): This exam is conducted for providing admission in several central universities and state universities of India. The score is valid for courses at various levels, both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Q What is Psychology?

A. Psychology is the study of human mind and behaviour. Those who study Psychology are called psychologists. They have expertise to find out how people think or act by studying different determinants responsible for the same including social pressures, and environmental factors.

Q What are the available courses in Psychology?

A. Students who want to make career in psychology can do courses in Psychology as per their eligibility. They have options to do certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Psychology.

Q What is the eligibility criteria for undergraduate courses in Psychology?

A. Candidates should have passed 10+2 with at least 50 percent marks for admission in Bachelor’s courses in Psychology.

Q Is a science graduate eligible to do postgraduate course in Psychology?

A. Yes, but he/she has to qualify the entrance test for admission in Master’s course. Institutes/colleges conduct own exams for providing admission in Psychology courses.

Q What are top entrance exams for admission in courses in Psychology?

A. The tops exams for admission in Psychology courses are mentioned below:
  • Delhi University Entrance Test (DUET)
  • Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test (BHU UET)
  • Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET)
  • Manipal Entrance Test (MET)

Q. What are the job profiles in Psychology?

A. After completing courses in Psychology, candidates can work as Career counsellors, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Social Psychologist. They can also opt to go in teaching line as lecturer.

Q. What is the average salary of Psychology graduates?

A. The average salary of graduates in Psychology is INR 3-5 lakh which increases with experience and responsibilities.

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Psychology. Students interested in pursuing a career on Psychology, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Popular Psychology Specializations

Following are the most popular Psychology Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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Popular Psychology UG Courses

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An MA in Psychology offers many career opportunities. Graduates can work as:

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The eligibility criteria for top colleges for Psychology in India are different at different levels. The criterion for eligibility is discussed below in detail:

  • UG Psychology Courses

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A psychology degree is valuable as it opens up career options in counseling, social work, education, corporate roles, and mental health. It helps you understand human behavior and develop skills like communication and problem-solving.

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Below is a table showcasing a list of the best government colleges for M.A. Psychology in Mumbai (All) with their total tuition fees, and entrance exam

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Entrance Exam/ Eligibility

Kishinchand Chellaram College Admissions

INR 78000

Merit-Based

TISS - Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai Admissions

INR 68000

 CUET / TISSNET

IDOL Mumbai University Admissions

INR 18230  

Merit-Based

Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University, Admissions

INR 40510

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Below is a table showcasing a list of the best private colleges for M.A. Psychology in Mumbai (All) with their total tuition fees, and entrance exam:

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Total Tuition Fee/Seats

Entrance Exam/ Eligibility

Mithibai College of Arts Admissions

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St. Xavier's College, Mumbai Admissions

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K J Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce Admissions

INR 11000

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Mumbai is home to many multinational companies and domestic firms that are almost always searching for capable talent. Students can explore several job options after completing their MA degree.

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SHRUTI TIWARI

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There are 20+ MA Psychology Colleges in Mumbai (All). Among these,  10+ are privately owned,  5 are government-owned, and the rest 4 colleges are public-private owned. The admission process mostly depends on entrance exams like CUET PG.  Some of the top MSc Colleges in Mumbai (All) are the K J Somai

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A Master's in Psychology (MA Psychology) is a 2-year postgraduate course that focuses on understanding human behavior, emotions, and mental processes. It covers areas like clinical psychology, counseling, social psychology, and more. The course helps students develop skills in communication, researc

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Although there are many excellent colleges, Mithibai College of Arts and Chauhan Institute of Science stands out as the best, consistently ranking number one due to its popularity, academic excellence, and vibrant campus life.

 

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Some of the top recuriters for Psychology in pune are:

College Name

Average Placement Package

Top Recruiters

Symbiosis College of Arts & Commerce Placement

INR 7.5 LPA

HCL Technologies, Deloitte, KPMG, Federal Bank etc.

St. Mira's College For Girls Placement 

INR 2.44 LPA

Infosys, Wipro, Larsen and Toubro, Cognizant

Dr. D.Y. Patil Art, Commerce and Science College Placement

INR 4.5 - 6 LPA

Wipro, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, HSBC, TATA Consultancy Services etc.

Vishwakarma University Placement

INR 4.8 LPA – INR 6 LPA

Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Jio, Shoppers Stop, Bose, Bata India etc.

Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts Placement

INR 6 LPA

HCL Technologies, Deloitte, KPMG, Federal Bank etc.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website, media reports, and NIRF website and may vary.

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Here is a list of some well-known government colleges in India to pursue an M.Sc in Psychology:

  1. University of Delhi - Delhi
  2. Banaras Hindu University - Varanasi
  3. University of Calcutta - Kolkata
  4. Jamia Millia Islamia - Delhi
  5. University of Mumbai - Mumbai
  6. Dr. Harisingh Gour University - Sagar, Madhya Pradesh

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If you want to discuss your study abroad plans with a counsellor, you can approach:

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If you're interested in pursuing a career in psychology in Kolkata, several esteemed institutions offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Here are some options you might consider:

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Latest cut off information regarding B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at KIIT School of Financial, Social and Human Sciences is not available online. To get the most recent information, it is always better to contact the university directly or visit their official website.

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For entry into a Diploma in Child Psychology in Hyderabad:
Eligibility: Graduate women with 50 percent marks.
Entrance Examination: CPGET.
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Register and fill out the online application form.
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Khushi Gupta

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The cutoff for B.Sc. in Psychology at Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women typically depends on factors such as the number of applicants, overall performance in the entrance exam (if applicable), and the academic standing of candidates in their 12th grade. The cutoff can also vary each y

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The CUET Psychology syllabus 2025 provides an overview of the topics and concepts that will be addressed in the course. The exam is for 200 marks and one must clearly understand the syllabus to ensure score-boosting preparation.

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In India, Industrial-Organizational Psychologists are among the highest-earning psychologists. They work with corporations to enhance workplace productivity, employee satisfaction, and organizational effectiveness. Their salaries can range from INR 6 - 12 LPA at the entry level and go up to INR 25 -

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Clinical psychology, a specialised branch of Psychology, focuses specifically on diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health disorders. While Psychology explores general principles of behaviour and mental functioning, clinical psychology applies this knowledge to address psychological issues

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The first year of the course is divided into two semesters. Students can find semester-wise course syllabi in the curriculum. Check below DIT BA (H) Psychology first-year courses below:

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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) that offers a BA (Hons.) in Psychology

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Many government colleges in India offer Master's in Psychology. A few of them are University of Delhi, Banaras Hindu University, Jamia Millia Islamia, and the University of Hyderabad. Admission would be on the basis of your academic record, scores of entrance exams like the Common University Entranc

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Many Indian universities provide a distance learning Bachelor's in Psychology. The following are some of the institutions that provide this program: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) provides distance learning options for its Bachelor's in Psychology (BAPC). Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open Unive

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Yes, you can still take psychology for the CUET exam even if you didn't take it in class 12th. The CUET allows students to choose subjects that were not necessarily part of their class 12 syllabus. As long as you meet the general eligibility criteria, such as having passed your class 12 or equivalen

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Psychology Online Master's Programs 

There are many universities where you can enroll for an online master's programme in psychology.

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In Indore, several colleges offer a B.Sc. in Psychology, including: B) St. Paul's College

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The first semester of the course is inclusive of majorly introductory topics related to psychology. In the PES University BSc Psychology syllabus, internship and dissertation is also included. Mentioned below are the topics covered in the first semester of the UG programme:

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