CUET PG 2025 Political Science Syllabus (OUT); Check Topic Wise Syllabus, Eligibility & Accepting Colleges Here

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Are you planning to do MA in Political Science? CUET PG 2025 exam will provide admissions to MA Political Science in various top institutions. NTA released the CUET PG political science syllabus 2025 pdf on the official website. Read this Shiksha article to learn about the CUET PG 2025 MA Political Science syllabus for the academic session 2025. Also, check the exam pattern and eligibility criteria for MA Political Science courses.

CUET PG 2025 MA Political Science Syllabus

MA Political Science offers a comprehensive understanding of political systems, theories, and practices. The course will ameliorate profound knowledge of political philosophies, ideologies, and systems. CUET PG 2025 exam will provide a common platform for admissions in MA Political Science courses to many CUET PG participating universities like the University of Delhi, University of Hyderabad, BHU, Central University of Kerala, Haryana, Rajasthan and many more.  

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CUET PG Political Science Syllabus released by NTA on its official website in the pdf format. The syllabus will cover the basic knowledge and understanding of topics which were earlier studied by the candidates at their Undergraduate level. CUET PG MA Political Science Syllabus 2025 announced. Candidates who have started their CUET PG Political Science preparation must plan their strategy as per the prescribed CUET PG Syllabus 2025. 

Q:   What is the age limit to apply for CUET PG examination?

A:

For appearing in the CUET PG examination there is no age limit for the candidates. The candidates who have passed the
bachelor degree/equivalent examination or appearing in 2025 irrespective of their age can appear in CUET (PG) 2025
examination. However, the candidates will be required to fulfill the age criteria of the University in which they are desirous of taking admission. 

As the eligibility criteria for admission may be unique for every University, the candidates are advised to visit the University website to which they are applying for their respective programs

Q:   How can I apply to universities for admission based on my CUET PG 2024 scores?

A:

To apply to universities for admission based on your CUET PG 2024 scores, you will need to follow these steps:

  1. Check the eligibility criteria for the universities and courses you are interested in. Each university will have its own eligibility criteria, so it is important to check this carefully before applying.
  2. Visit the website of each university and register for the admission process. This will typically involve creating an account and filling out an application form.
  3. Upload your CUET PG scorecard and other required documents. The required documents may vary from university to university, so be sure to check the specific requirements for each university you are applying to.
  4. Pay the application fee. The application fee will also vary from university to university.
  5. Submit your application. Once you have completed all of the steps above, you can submit your application.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MSc Life Science course at JNU?

A:
Course NameEligibility Criteria
MSc Life SciencesBachelor's (BSc or BTech or equivalent) in Biological, Physical or Agricultural Sciences or Biotechnology under the 10 2 3 pattern of education with at least 55 percent marks. (All OBC category (non creamy layer) candidates are eligible to 10 percent relaxation in the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination in relation to open category. The SC/ST and Person with Disability (PWD) candidates who have passed the qualifying examination irrespective of their percentage of marks are eligible to appear in the Entrance Examination.)
CUET PG MA Poitical Science Subject Code HUQP18

This Shiksha article will provide guidance assistance material for CUET PG Political Science aspirants to know about the eligibility criteria, CUET PG 2025 Political Science Syllabus, top political science colleges accepting CUET PG score 2025, expected cut off and many other relevant information.

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CUET Political Science Syllabus 2025 Released

Preparing through CUET PG MA Political Science syllabus 2025 can help you to develop a deeper understanding of chemistry and to better prepare for the exam. Aspirants preparing for the CUET PG Political Science aspirants should start their preparation according to the syllabus mentioned below:

Western Political Philosophy: 

  • Plato
  • Aristotle
  • Machiavelli 
  • Hobbes
  • Locke 
  • Rousseau
  • J.S. Mill
  • Karl Marx
  • John Rawls

 Indian Political Thought:

  • Ram Mohan Roy
  • Gandhi 
  • Ambedkar
  • Savarkar
  • Kautilya 

Also Read: CUET PG Important Topics: Check Course & Subject-wise Weightage Analysis 

Political theory:

  • Concepts of liberty
  • Equality
  • Justice
  • Sovereignty
  • Citizenship and Gender
  • Democracy Human Rights, State 
  • Contemporary Issues
  • Feminism Ideology 

International Relations:

  • Realism & Liberalism
  • Cold War politics
  • NAM, SAARC, UNO, ASEAN, EU
  • India’s foreign policy particularly with China
  • Pakistan and USA.   

 Indian Government and Politics: 

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for the MSc courses offered by Banaras Hindu University?

A:

The following table brings the eligibility criteria for Postgraduate Science Courses of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) :

Course NameEligibility Criteria
MSc Forensic Science

(i) Any Science graduate under 10 2 3 pattern securing minimum of 50 percent marks in aggregate and having Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Genetics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Psychology, Computer Science, Statistics, Forensic Science, Geography, Geophysics and Geology as main subject (combination of at least three of the subjects) at the Under Graduate level.

                                                      OR

(ii) Any graduate having MBBS/BDS/BTech/BE/BPharm degree securing minimum 50 percent marks in aggregate.

MSc ChemistryBSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Hons subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level.
MSc Computer ScienceBSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Honos subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level.
MSc MathematicsBSc (Hons)/B A (Hons)/BSc/B A under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate considering all the three years of BSc/B A Courses). The candidate must have studied Mathematics Hons. or studied subject Mathematics in the all the three years at Graduate level. For BSc (Hons)/BSc only Science subjects and for BA (Hons)/B A all subjects except those subjects where only pass marks are required and which do not contribute to the total in the final (degree) mark sheet.
MSc PhysicsBSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Hons subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level.
MSc Environmental SciencesA minimum of 50 percent marks (equivalent GPA) in BSc (Hons)/BSc (10 2 3) as well as at 10 & 10 2 examinations.
MSc BotanyBSc (Hons) Botany
MSc ZoologyBSc (Hons) Zoology

Q:   What miscellaneous information about eligibility criteria that CUET PG aspirants should be aware of?

A:

For admission in Universities through CUET (PG)-2025, the existing policies regarding quota, category, relaxation, reservations, qualification, subject combinations, preferences etc. of the respective University shall be applicable.

As the eligibility criteria for admission may be unique for every University, the candidates are advised to visit the University website to which they are applying for their respective programs. Candidates are advised to satisfy themselves before applying that they possess the eligibility criteria laid down by the University they are applying to.
Mere appearance in the Entrance Test or securing pass marks at the test does not entitle a candidate to be considered for admission to the Programme unless he/she fulfils the Programme wise eligibility conditions of the University they are applying to.

Q:   How many subjects can candidates choose for the CUET PG exam?

A:

Candidates can choose up to three subjects for the CUET PG exam. However, they can also select one subject per exam session. So, if a candidate chooses three subjects, they will have to take the exam three times. It is important to note that the eligibility criteria for different courses may vary. For example, some courses may require candidates to have a specific undergraduate degree in a particular subject. Therefore, candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria for the courses they are interested in before applying for the CUET PG exam.

Here are some tips for choosing subjects for the CUET PG exam:

  • Consider your interests and strengths.
  • Think about the courses you are interested in pursuing after the exam.
  • Check the eligibility criteria for the courses you are interested in.
  • Talk to your academic advisor or other trusted mentors for guidance.

Q:   Can I join MIT School of Film and Theatre, ADT University without CUET PG for M.Sc in Film Making?

A:

Yes, you can join MIT School of Film and Theatre, ADT University without CUET PG for M.Sc in Film Making.

MIT School of Film and Television, it is a self-financed University empowered to award the degrees under the University Grants Commission (UGC). The school is a constituent of MIT Art, Design and Technology University and only film school in India that imparts film education along with providing an abundance of learning opportunities. The institution encourages learning by using a vast range of technologies related to media and practices to broaden the perspective about the artistic pursuits of the students.

Any graduate can apply for M.Sc in Film Making in MIT.

Q:   Can you suggest a government university/college in Delhi that I can get with 90 marks in CUET PG EWS category?

A:

Score of 90 marks in CUET PG, considering you are under the EWS category, your admission will be based on several factors. Given below are some of the Government Universities/Colleges in Delhi you may opt for:

1. University of Delhi
Programmes offered: Under its constituent colleges, the University of Delhi offers a large number of postgraduate programs.
Admission: CUET PG admissions in various courses are offered in different colleges and departments at DU, each differing regarding cut-offs for a particular course or department.

2. Jawaharlal Nehru University
Programmes: JNU offers a wide range of postgraduate courses through its schools.
Admission: It also offers many of the programs that CUET PG was used as an entry criterion for. Cut-offs for EWS candidates may be marginally lower than those of the general category.

 

  •  Preamble
  • Making of the Constituent Assembly
  • Constitutional Provisions
  • Parliament
  • Cabinet
  • Prime Minister
  • President
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Fundamental Duties
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Amendments
  • Governor
  • State Government
  • Federalism
  • Political Parties (National and Regional)
  • Elections
  • Local Government
  • Judiciary
  • Governance 

Also Read: 7 Reasons Why to Give CUET PG 2024 Exam 

Comparative Government and Politics:

  • Political Culture
  • Political Parties 
  • Electoral Systems
  • Approaches/ Models
  • Types of Regimes

 Public Policies in India 

  • Models
  • Process
  • Types 

General issues of contemporary relevance

  • Global Justice 
  • Nationalism 
  • Climate Change 

Also Read: CUET PG Best Books: Check Subject Wise Books for Preparation  

CUET PG Political Science Syllabus 2025 PDF Download

Candidates can download the previous year's CUET PG Political Science Syllabus from below:

CUET PG MA Political Science Syllabus

CUET PG MA Political Science 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who wish to appear for the CUET PG Political Science course need to meet the basic/minimal CUET PG eligibility criteria 2025 in order to appear for the exam. CUET Political Science eligibility criteria include important requirements like Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Nationality and Reservations that one needs to satisfy.

CUET PG Political Science 2025 Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit

According to the CUET PG 2025 information brochure, there is no age limit for the candidates appearing in the exam. The candidates who have passed the bachelor's degree/equivalent examination or are appearing in 2025 irrespective of their age can appear in master’s degree programs in the Central Universities through the CUET (PG) 2025 examination. However, the candidates will be required to fulfil the age criteria of the University to which they are desirous of taking admission.

CUET PG Political Science Eligibility Criteria 2025: Nationality

To get eligible for the CUET PG Exam, aspirants must abide by the following citizenship rules:

  • The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  • A constituent subject of Nepal, Bhutan
  • A Tibetan refugee who landed in India before 1 January 1962 to make India their permanent home and reside there permanently.
  • Pakistanis, Burmese, Sri Lankans, Kenyans, Ugandans, Tanzanians, Zambians, Malawians, Zaireans, Ethiopians, and people from Vietnam who permanently moved to India.

CUET PG MA Political Science 2025 Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks in Social sciences and 55% marks for those who have Bachelor’s Degree in science and technology disciplines. (All OBC category
    (non-creamy layer) candidates are eligible to 10% relaxation in the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination in relation to the open category. The SC/ST and Person with Disability (PWD) candidates who have passed the qualifying examination irrespective of their percentage of marks are eligible to appear in the Entrance Examination.)

CUET PG 2025 Political Science Exam Structure 

CUET PG Political Science exam pattern 2025 is anticipated to be the same as the previous year. NTA has changed the CUET PG exam pattern for the 2024-2025 academic session. Part A or the general section was removed where questions from general reasoning/ aptitude were asked. The domain-specific questions will now be there to test the candidate's analytical and cognitive approach towards the applied course in the CUET PG 2025 examination.

The following table brings the structure of the CUET PG 2025 Political Science question paper.

Part

Sections/Subjects

Number of Questions

A

Domain knowledge (Political Science)

75

The comprehension part of these papers would be English or Hindi as chosen by the candidate during CUET PG registration. There will be only 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) about the particular course (Political Science) to which the candidate has applied will be asked.

Also Read: CUET PG: Check List of Major Changes Introduced by NTA Here

CUET PG MA Political Science: List of Accepting Courses

Candidates can check out the list of participating institutes which accept CUET PG MA Political Science Courses from here:

List of Participating Institutes
Banaras Hindu University Central Universiy Kerala
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Srinagar Manipur University
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Chattisgarh Sikkim University
Pondicherry University NorthEastern Hill University
Mahatma Gandhi Central University Bihar Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak
IGNTU Regional Centre Manipur Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
Jawaharlal Nehru University Apex University, Rajasthan
Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra Nirwan University, Jaipur
IIMT University, Meerut G D Goenka University
Mewar University RNB Global University, Bikaner
IGNTU Regional Centre Manipur University of Delhi
Geeta University, Panipat, Haryana Barkatullah University
Cluster University of Srinagar Sangam University, Bhilwara, Rajasthan
Assam University Rajiv Gandhi University (A.P)
Himalayan University  Sikkim Professional University
University of Jammu Maharaja Bir Bikram University, Agartala

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