M.A. in English 

at HPU, Shimla

HPU fee is different for different courses. However, the components of fee remain same for all the programmes offered by the university. Some are one-time paid such as caution deposit, library deposit and admission fee. Find below HPU fee for top courses:

Course Name	Total Tuition Fee
MBA	INR 4,800 - INR 1.4 lakh
BAMS	INR 1.7 Lacs - INR 3.1 lakh
B.Ed	INR 19,200 - INR 2.4 lakh
BA	INR 1,800 - INR 78,000
MSc	INR 2,400 - INR 1.8 lakh

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The eligibility requirement for HPU UG courses is a minimum of Class 12. However, graduation is required for PG courses. Below is course-wise HPU eligibility for top programmes:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
MBA	Bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST candidates)
BA	Class 12 or an equivalent exam with at least 33% aggregate
B.Ed	Bachelor's degree (Medical/ Non-Medical/ Commerce/ Arts) or master's degree in Science/ Social Sciences/ Humanities/ Commerce or bachelor's in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Mathematics with at least 55% aggregate or 5.51 CGPA or Grade B+ (45% aggregate or 4.51 CGPA for SC/ ST/ OBC/ Physically Handicapped candidates)
BAMS	Class 12 or its equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology which shall include a practical test in science subjects & English individually and must have obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST/ OBC)
MSc	Bachelor's degree of a University established by law in India (with the subject of study for MSc as one of the subjects) in 2nd Division or with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate in case of SC/ST candidates) or Honours in the subject concerned
BTech	Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics and any other elective subjects with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
BCom	Class 12 or equivalent with Maths/ Economics as a compulsory subject

Himachal Pradesh University is recognised by UGC and NAAC. Also, HPU has a total of 7 institutes which include the Department of Evening Studies, HPU Business School, University Institute of Technology, HPU College of Business Studies, University Institute of Legal Studies, Institute of Tribal Studies, Institute of Vocational Studies. Since, it is a public state university, the programme fee is very less. 

Taking admission in HPU will also provide placement opportunities to students. The university conducts placement drive every year. According to Himachal Pradesh University NIRF report 2024, the median package offered during HPU Shimla BTech and MBA placements 2023 stood at INR 4 LPA and INR 5.5 LPA, respectively.

Himachal Pradesh University Cutoff 2024 has been concluded for admission to the MD courses, on the basis of candidates' performance in the NEET PG exam. As per the NEET PG exam cutoff list, the cutoff ranks for various MD courses closed at a range of 493 and 70375, for the General All India category candidates. The Cutoff was released for different categories under the All India quota. candidates can check the detailed category-wise cutoff ranks for HPU Cutoff 2024 on this page.

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

After analyzing the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of what they have to say:

Pros:

* Knowledgeable faculty: Most reviewers praised the professors' knowledge and willingness to help students.
* Good infrastructure: The campus has modern amenities like Wi-Fi, smart classrooms, and a large library.
* Cultural activities: The university hosts cultural festivals and encourages students to participate in various competitions.
* High placement rate: Around 80% of students in the reviewer's batch got placed, although some may require additional qualifications.
* Affordable fees: With a relatively low annual fee of INR20,000, many students found it feasible to pursue the course.

Cons:

* Teaching methodology: Some reviewers felt that the teaching style could use improvement, suggesting more innovative approaches like using projectors.
* Limited direct placements: While most students got placed, some noted that these opportunities might arise outside of the college's efforts.

Verdict: Pursuing an M.A. at HPU seems worth considering, particularly for those interested in the field of English literature. Although some areas could use improvement, the university's strong faculty, good infrastructure, and affordable fees make it an attractive option. However, students should be aware that limited direct placements may exist, and they might need to explore alternative career paths or further education.

Candidates preparing to take the HPU MAT can effectively prepare within a six-month timeframe by following a well-structured study plan.

Months 1-2: Know the HPU MAT exam pattern

• Begin by gaining a solid understanding of the HPU MAT syllabus, referring to official sources.
• Collect essential study materials, including textbooks and online resources.

Months 3-4: In-Depth Study

• Study each subject, covering topics comprehensively.
• Regularly practice solving questions and exercises to enhance learning.

Month 5: Intensive Practice

• Solve past years' HPU MAT question papers and sample papers to familaise with exam pattern.
• Pay particular attention to time management to enhance your speed and efficiency.

Month 6: Final Revision

• Review current affairs, general knowledge, and stay updated on business-related news.
• Maintain a calm and composed demeanor, avoiding last-minute cramming.

No, it is not difficult to get admission to HPU Shimla BTech. Admission into the BTech programme takes place through the JEE Mains & HPCET entrance exam. Therefore, if candidates are not able to secure admission into the BTech programme through JEE Mains they can apply for HPCET to secure admission into the programme.

The HPCET entrance exam is less competitive then the JEE Mains entrance exam. Therefore it is easier to score in the HPCET entrance exam and secure admission into the programme.

Accross various specialisations and various affiliated colleges, HPU Shimla provides 960 seats in its BTech programme. Out of all the affiliated colleges, University Institute of Technology and SRET College of Engineering and Technology provide the most amount of seats. Both the colleges provide 300 seats each in their BTech programme. Therefore, candidates applying for admission at HPU Shimla will also have to choose their preferred college of admission for BTech.

No, candidates can not take direct admission to HPU Shimla BTech programme. The admission takes place through the merit secured in HPCET and JEE Mains entrance exam. Thus candidates have to appear for the entrance exams to secure admission into the programme. Based on the applications received by the university, candidates are provided provisional admission. Class 12 results are only necessary to meet the eligibility criteria of the exam and do not provide direct admission.

HPU BTech academic session starts after the admission process ends for both the HPCET and JEE Mains entrance exam. The counselling takes place in June for both the exams and the academic session starts in July. Candidates aspiring to take admission into BTech at HPU Shimla need to wait till the counselling process is over for all entrance exams for the academic calendar to start. Therefore, candidates might have to wait for a while after giving their entrance exam for admission into the programme.