Maths

For admission into B.A. (Hons.) in Economics at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Mathematics is generally a must in Class 12 curriculum as one of the subjects. Candidates are especially required to have studied Mathematics at the +2 level to be eligible for the same programme, especially in cases of combinations that have Mathematics and Statistics.While it is certainly possible to take Economics without having strong maths, this may make more complex topics in postgraduate degrees quite difficult, where mathematical concepts are often more prevalent. Thus, candidates would be well-advised to consider their preparedness for the maths before applying.

There are a few colleges offering PhD in Mathematics in the city of Bengaluru, especially along Electronic City. Some well-known ones include:Indian Institute of Science (IISc): It is one of the premier institutions for research. IISC offers PhD in Mathematics too and is pretty famous due to the high output level of its research.Christ University: Christ University on Hosur Road offers a PhD in Mathematics, concentrating on methodology and applications of research mathematics.Alliance University: Situated at Anekal, off Electronic City, Alliance University offers the School of Liberal Arts, which delivers a PhD in MathematicsCMR Institute of Technology: Another private university that confers a PhD in Math and is also not far from Electronic City.

To apply for an Economics Honours program, it is generally required that you have studied Mathematics in your Class 12 curriculum. While specific marks can vary by institution, a common benchmark is to achieve at least 60% to 80% in Mathematics. For instance, some colleges may specify that candidates need a minimum of 60% in Mathematics to be eligible for admission, while others may require a higher percentage, such as 75% or even 80%, depending on the competitiveness of the program and the overall performance of applicants. It is essential to check the specific requirements of the colleges you are interested in, as they may have different criteria for admission based on their selection processes.