M.A. in Sociology 

at CCSU Meerut University, Meerut

MA is a two-year programme divided into four semesters. CCSU offers MA in regular mode in various specialisations such as Economics, Psychology, English, etc. Candidates must pass bachelor's degree in relevant subject to apply for MA. The selection for MA course of CCSU is based on merit in the last qualifying exam. The university evaluates the merit of the candidates through the documents submitted by them.

The total tuition fee for CCSU MA course ranges between INR 360 and INR 80,000. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. The fee ranges also includes the fee of MA programme offered by CCSU affiliated colleges. After completion of the selection rounds, selected candidates have to come for document verification. Once the documents are verified, they need to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university. Apart from the programme fee, aspirants are also required to pay a registration fee in the start. 

CUET PG 2025 exam schedule and dates for the examination is yet to be released by NTA, national tetsting agency and also by UGC Chairman, Mamidala.

As per the previous year's trends, Mamidala, UGC Chairman on September 19, 2023, shared a tweet mentioning the CUET PG exam dates and event schedule for the CUET PG 2024 admission process. Based on the former information provided by the UGC Chairman and NTA, the examination conducting body it is anticipated that CUET PG 2025 exam notification or schedule for the academic session 2025-2026 will be announced in the last week of September 2024.

For further clarification related to the examination dates and other instructions, the Candidates are advised to visit the official website of NTA for the latest updates.

The university offers MBA, MSc, MA, etc. at the PG level. Admission to some of these courses is entrance-based while for others, candidates need to pass the qualifying exam. Check below the selection rounds for CCS University:

1. MBA/ MCA: CUET-PG + Counselling
2. M.Ed/ LLM: CCS Entrance Exam + Counselling

Candidates applying for any of the CCSU course must fulfil the eligibiltiy criteria defined. Below is the passing criteria for CCSU admission:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
BSc/ BSc (Hons)	Class 12/ intermediate in relevant subjects with at least 45%-50% aggregate
MBA	Bachelor's degree with at least 45% aggregate
BTech	Class 12 in relevant subjects with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST)
MA	Bachelor's degree with at least 33% - 45% aggregate
MCA	BCA/ BSc Computer Science/ Computer Applications with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
BA LLB	Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate (42% aggregate for Gen, OBC and 40% aggregate for SC/ ST) c
LLM	3 or 5 year LLB degree with at least 49.8% aggregate (48% for SC/ ST/ OBC

CCSU admission to UG and PG courses is both merit and entrance-based. Aspirants need to follow the below steps to get a seat in CCS University:

STEP 1: CCSU Application Process 2025

Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply for any of the CCSU courses. Aspirants need to apply with an entrance exam fee of INR 700 (INR 500 for SC/ ST) for M.Ed and LLM courses.

STEP 2: Selection/ Entrance Exam

After the completion of the registration process, candidates can move on to the selection process. CCSU selects candidates for LLM and M.Ed programme based on the entrance exam conducted by the university. Apart from these, the university accepts national-level entrance exams or provide admission based on merit in the last qualifying exam.

STEP 3: Result & Merit List

After the completion of the selection rounds, CCS University release the result. The university also releases merit list announcing the names of the shortlisted candidates. 

STEP 4: Counselling & Document Verification

After completion of the selection rounds, CCSU releases merit list. The university releases the merit list between July and August with the names of the shortlisted aspirants. Further, selected aspirants need to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university. Shortlisted aspirants must appear before the admission committee along with the original and photocopy of the below documents for verification:

• Copy of online registration form
• Copy of online offer letter
• Copy of entrance exam result
• Copy of high school marksheet and certificate
• Copy of intermediate marksheet and certificate
• Photocopy of graduation marksheet
• Copy of caste certificate
• Copy of EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Copy of certificate regarding surcharge
• Copy of Aadhaar Card

Chaudhary Charan Singh University Meerut is a public state university established in 1965 and approved by UGC and AIU. For some courses, CCSU accepts national or state-level entrance exams like CUET, UGAT, etc. CCS University conducts its own entrance exam for MEd and LLM courses. CCS University offers various courses under multiple streams, such as Engineering, Science, Arts, Commerce, etc. at the UG, PG, doctoral, and diploma levels. CCS University admission is merit-based for most of the courses. For some courses, CCS University accepts national or state-level entrance exams like UPCET UGAT, etc.

UGC Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar has shared in his latest tweet about the CUET PG Exam dates for the academic session 2024-2025. The examination is scheduled to be conducted between March 11 to March 28, 2023. 

Aspirants preparing for CUET PG examination can expect the release of CUET PG 2024 notification by NTA in the last week December, 2023 or First week of Januray, 2024. The examination will be held for the graduates to get enrolled for various masters degree like MSc, MA, MBA, MTech etc., in various central universities or particiapting universities under the CUET PG 2023 examination.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from current students and alumni, here's what you need to know:

Pros:

* Good infrastructure and facilities, including a spacious and beautiful campus, green surroundings, and modern classrooms.
* Availability of resources such as a library, laboratories, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
* Opportunities to pursue internships and industrial training, although limited.
* Many faculty members are well-qualified and knowledgeable, providing guidance and support.
* Campus life is great, with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of green spaces.

Cons:

* Placement record is poor, with few students being placed in reputed companies.
* Limited number of companies visiting the campus for recruitment.
* Course curriculum needs improvement, making it challenging for students to prepare for competitive examinations.
* Limited exposure to practical applications of theoretical concepts.
* No on-campus placements, and most students opt for off-campus placements.
* Food quality in the hostel is average, and the cost is relatively high (Rs 84 per day).
* While faculty members are knowledgeable, their teaching quality leaves much to be desired.

Verdict:
While CCS Meerut University offers a good educational experience, the lack of effective placement assistance and a rigorous course curriculum might deter some students. However, those who are willing to put in extra efforts to secure internships and off-campus placements may find the programme rewarding. Additionally, the availability of resources and supportive faculty members can aid in personal and professional development. Overall, whether or not it's worth pursuing M.Sc. at CCS Meerut University depends on individual priorities and goals.

Note: This assessment is based on the reviews and feedback provided by students and alumni and does not reflect the author's personal opinion.

No, CCSU is not a participating university of CUET. As UPCET is scrapped, CUET-PG exam score and counselling is considered for admission to MBA and MCA courses. The admission process includes the application process, selection round, cutoff, merit list or counselling and other steps.CCS University admission is merit-based for all UG except BTech, diploma, PG and certificate courses. The university conducts an entrance exam for admission to M.Ed and LLM. For admission in B.P.Ed. and M.P.Ed., there will be no entrance exam.