M.A. in Sociology 

at DDU GKP, Gorakhpur

DDU Gorakhpur University adheres to a comprehensive seat reservation policy for MA admission in 2023. The reservation percentages are allocated as follows: 21% for Scheduled Caste (SC), 2% for Scheduled Tribe (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Caste (Non-Creamy Layer). This policy aims to promote inclusivity and ensure equitable opportunities for candidates from diverse backgrounds in pursuing higher education at the university.

 Applicants can seek admission to the MA programme at DDU Gorakhpur University in 2025 by fulfilling the eligibility criteria, which requires an undergraduate bachelor's degree. The candidates needs to score a minimum aggregate of 40% for getting admission into the programme.

The specialisations offered for MA courses at  Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University include Sociology, Psychology, Geography, Ancient History, Economics, Political Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Philosophy, Urdu, Education, Defence Studies and Strategic Studies, Continuing Education and Extension Work, Performing Art, Visual Art, and Mathematics.

The separate placement data for MA has not been released as of now. However, the overall details for PG (2-year) courses are available in the NIRF report 2024. Out of 1,397 PG (2-year) graduates 987 were placed in 2023. Earlier, 920 out of 1,255 students were placed. To know the DDU GKP University placement trends refer to the table below:

In order to apply for the MA programme at DDU Gorakhpur University, candidates should take note of the differentiated application fees. General and OBC candidates are required to pay an application fee of INR 1000, whereas SC & ST candidates have a reduced fee of INR 600. This categorisation ensures equitable access to the application process and reflects the university's commitment to inclusivity and diversity in higher education.

In order to gain admission to DDU Gorakhpur, candidates must initially participate in the university's Joint Entrance Test. Selection depends on performance in: both the entrance exam and the qualifying examination. The university assesses candidates' academic merit, along with their performance in the entrance test, to ascertain eligibility for admission. 

No, Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University (DDU Gorakhpur) does not incorporate CUET (Common University Entrance Test) into its admission procedures. It's crucial for applicants to stay informed about any changes in admission criteria and procedures as they may vary over time.

The fee for UG courses at DDU GKP depends on the course and the duration. According to one source, the fee for B.Tech is Rs 1 Lacs per year, the fee for B.Sc is Rs 30,000 per year, the fee for BCA is Rs 33,777 for the first year and Rs 30,000 for the subsequent years, the fee for LLB is Rs 3,665 per year, the fee for BA is Rs 2,760 per year, the fee for BBA is Rs 21,646 per year, the fee for B.A. LL.B. is Rs 39,200 per year, and the fee for BHMCT is Rs 50,000 per year. These fees are exclusive of the university fee, which is charged separately.

For admission in UG courses at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, students are selected on the basis of merit in the last qualifying exam i.e. Class 12. Candidates should have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 40-450% aggregate. Moreover, for PG courses, candidates need to pass graduation with a minimum of 50-55% aggregate. The duration of these courses is from two to four years.