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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies 

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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
JNU 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

432

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Seat breakup

50

Type of University

Central

M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
JNU 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
432
1,065
50
1,547
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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
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Placements

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Median SalaryINR 9.50 Lakh
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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Is there any entrance exam for MA admission at JNU?

A: 

Yes, candidates seeking admission to the JNU MA course must appear for the CUET-PG entrance exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The students are admitted on merit based on their performance in the entrance test and the deprivation points are added to their score in accordance with the approved admission Policy and Procedures of the University. The CUET PG 2023 exam will be held for postgraduate course admissions to over 50 Central and participating Universities.

Q:   How can I apply for MA at JNU?

A: 

Candidates seeking admission to the JNU MA course must appear for the CUET-PG entrance exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The students are admitted on merit based on their performance in the entrance test and the deprivation points are added to their score in accordance with the approved admission Policy and Procedures of the University. The CUET PG exam is held for postgraduate course admissions to over 50 Central and participating Universities. 

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Q:   What is the eligibility for MA at JNU?

A: 

Candidates seeking admission to the JNU MA course must have a BCA/Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks. Candidates who have passed BSc/ BCom/ BA with Mathematics at Class 12 or at Graduation level with a minimum aggregate of 55%. Apart from the minimum eligibility requirement, candidates also need to appear for the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) CUET-PG entrance test.

Q:   What is the fee for MA at JNU?

A: 

Jawaharlal Nehru University MA fees is INR 432. The mentioned fee is to be paid at the time of enrolment in the University. It must be noted that the given fee is taken from external sources. Hence, the actual amount may vary. For detailed JNU MA fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the University or refer to the current admission brochure. 

Q:   Is MA available in JNU?

A: 

Yes, the university offer two-year MA programme in multiple specialisations. Some of the specialisations in which the course is available are Sociology, Political Science, Economics, etc. The course carries a total of 64 credits. In addition, the course is divided into four semester and there are 16 credits each semester. Admission to this PG-level course is entrance-based. To apply for the course, it is also necessary that the aspirants meet the eligibility requirements.

M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
JNU 
Entry Requirements

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ST
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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
JNU 
Admission Process

  • Entrance Test
  • Merit Screening

Important Dates

Sep 7, 2024
Last date to apply for Final call for Admission (Vacant seats)
Sep 17, 2024
Final call (for Vacant seats) Admission process last date
Sep 1, 2023
( Foreign Languages only) Physical Verification of Admission/Registration of selected candidates

M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
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Cutoffs

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CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
Round20232024
16783.66
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365.6683.33
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JNUEE round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
Round20212022
184105
2-107
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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies - Batch of 2018
Offered by Jawaharlal Nehru University
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2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
JNU - Jawaharlal Nehru University is the best.
Placements: There is no working placement cell. The political parties are here for their own interests. There are some, but they work for only economics students. There is a need of placement cell. Students are capable of getting jobs in many sectors.
Infrastructure: The campus is very good. But there is a need to change in some of the areas, like the greenery. There is a need for some betterment in air-conditioner in classrooms. Everything is going to be good. It is highly recommended for students. Students are from a poor background, and they are satisfied with the present infrastructure.
Faculty: Every professor is highly qualified, and they know what to teach and what not. They use a projector for better understanding. The quality of teaching is very good. The faculty to student ratio is good. I didn't get industry exposure. Faculty members at JNU are the best.
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 at 
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Students also asked

Q:   How many seats are there in JNU for MA?

A: 

There are over 965 seats for MA courses. The seat reservation policy is carried out as per a set of rules. Reservation of seats in various programmes of study for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (Non Creamy Layer (NCL) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category is 15%, 7.5%, 27% and 10%, respectively. As per the provisions of Rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Act, 2016, not less than 5% seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.

Q:   What is the scope of an MA from JNU?

A: 

MA graduates can make a career in industries such as banking, hospitality, railways, or public sector companies depending upon the chosen specialisation. The average salary given to MA pass-outs ranges from INR 3 to INR 6 LPA. These candidates can work as teachers, journalists, project leaders, artists, politicians, research associates, administrative officers, content writers, and so on. For more details about a career after MA, Click Here.

Q:   What is the age limit for JNU MA?

A: 

Candidates seeking admission to the PG course must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. The minimum age limit for admission to a MA course is 17 years as of 1st October of the year of admission. Candidates applying for the course also have to present a birth certificate or any other legal document as age proof for verification purposes. Admission is confirmed only after the verification of the documents. Candidates must ensure that they meet all the required eligibility criteria before applying for the MA programme.

Q:   Which is better for MA in Urdu- JNU or BHU?

A: 
Both Jawaharlal Nehru University and Banaras Hindu University are top central universities in India. Both have their advantages. Below mentioned are some of the distinct observations about both JNU and BHU: 1. You must have over 50% in your bachelor's degree to apply to BHU, whereas you can apply to JNU with 45%. 2. BHU has more seats for the MA in Urdu course than the JNU. 3. JNU's master programme is less expensive than BHU's. You can do a master's course at JNU for less than INR 1,000. 4. Job opportunities with a master's degree in Urdu from JNU are comparably greater than those with a master's degree in Urdu from BHU.
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Q:   Can I get admission to JNU without CUET?

A: 

To get admission at Jawaharlal Nehru University, candidates must visit the official website of the University (jnu.ac.in) or NTA for course-wise admission criteria. JNU admission to most of the UG, PG and Diploma courses are based on candidates' performance in the CUET-UG & CUET-PG scores. For admission to JNU BA (Hons.) in Foreign Languages, BSc.-MSc Integrated programme in Ayurveda Biology and Certificate of Proficiency courses, JNU accepts CUET-UG. For JNU PG courses including MTech, MPH, MA, MSc, MCA and PG Diploma in Big Data, admission is based on CUET-PG scores. For JNU MBA admission 2025, CUET-PG is not valid and is dependent on CAT scores. 

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Answered 3 years ago

Hi, MA International Relations Admission Process: Admission to the course is either entrance-based or merit-based. In the entrance based mechanism, the score obtained in an entrance test is considered for granting admission. In the merit-based mechanism, the score obtained in the undergrad examinati

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heena agrawal

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 6 years ago

Hi Sameer, For admission to any course one year gap year does not matter but for the course you need to check the eligibility criteria for the same. For this, you need to visit the university site or mail them for your queries. Good luck.

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Ridhima Bansal

Guide-Level 13

Answered 6 years ago

Hello Krishna, Yes, you will be eligible to pursue MA in International Relations from JNU. You should have obtained at least 50% marks in your graduation. I am attaching a link that will give you all the required information about admission process for MA in JNU. https://www.jnu.ac.in/node#school_ce

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Group Captain Vinayak Deo

Scholar-Level 18

Answered 6 years ago

Hello Yeshi, Yes, indeed. You can seek admission for MA in JNU. The only issue is that it is not feasible this year since the process is already over. But surely you can think of doing it for academic session of 2019-2020. Just download the brochure and read FAQ put out on the website of JNU. Best

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M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies
 at 
JNU 
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