M.A. in Historical Studies 

at Nalanda University, Nalanda

Nalanda University, offer Master of Arts courses in different specializations including M.A. in Historical Studies, M.A. in Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions, M.A. in Hindu Studies (Sanatana), and M.A. in World Literature. The duration of the course is two years. The total tuition fee for the INR 1.12Lacs (for 2 years).

Fee Structure:

Nalanda University offers Master of Arts courses in 4 different specializations includinf Master of Arts in Historical Studies, Master of Arts in Hindu Studies (Sanatana), Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions, and Master of Arts in World Literature. The duration of the course is four years.

There is no direct admission to Nalanda University; instead, you must go via their admissions process. A bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 55% or more is required; additional criteria, such as job experience, may apply to certain programs. Tests such as the TOEFL or IELTS are also required to demonstrate your English skills, if necessary. You must fill out an online application, upload documents, pay a fee, and supply personal and academic information. Candidates that make the short list go through a selection procedure that may involve an interview and an evaluation of their academic standing. Because admission is competitive, fulfillment of the requirements does not ensure admission.

Nalanda University offers scholarships to both domestic and international students. 
Nalanda Scholarships for International Students: Nalanda University offers scholarships for international students, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD scholarships. 
Nalanda University Scholarships in Philosophy, History, Ecology, Environment, Comparative Religions: There is a scholarship available in one of these fields for international students.
Merit and Means-Cum-Merit Scholarships: Nalanda University grants scholarships in the categories of Merit and Means-Cum-Merit.
Thai Scholarships: Nalanda University offers three scholarships for Thai students who wish to undertake higher studies in the School of Buddhist Studies, Philosophy, and Comparative Religions.

Nalanda University is situated in Rajgir, Bihar. The university was established in 2010 by an Act of the Indian Parliament. The total tuition fee for BSc courses is around 9,600. The University only offers 1 specialization for a B.Sc course which is a B.Sc (Hons.) in statistics. To be eligible for a B.Sc at Nalanda University one must have cleared class 12th by a minimum of 50%. Approximately 35 seats are allotted for the B.Sc course at Nalanda University.

The total student enrollment number at Nalanda University is 378. Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) at Nalanda Degree College is a 3 years course at the UG level. The course offers admission to 35 students. The total tuition fee for Nalanda Degree College Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) is INR 48,000. You can visit the Shiksha website and the college's official website for detailed information.

Admission to various courses at Nalanda University is merit-based or entrance exam-based. Candidates seeking admission to various postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, PG diploma, and certificate courses at Nalanda University must meet the basic eligibility, and further, they need to submit an application to be considered for the desired course. Nalanda University's application process for all the courses is conducted in the online mode. The application fee for each form is INR 500. 

Merit-based and entrance exam criteria are used for admission to the MBA programme at Nalanda University. With a minimum score criterion, the university accepts results from accredited tests such as the CAT, XAT, MAT, and GMAT. But test results are not the only factor that determines admission. Academic achievement, a statement of purpose detailing your career ambitions, recommendation letters, and, if you are shortlisted, an interview, are all taken into consideration when evaluating your entire application. The ultimate decision takes into account your total score, guaranteeing a comprehensive assessment of both your personal qualities and intellectual ability. For an MBA application to be accepted by Nalanda University, you must concentrate on creating a comprehensive profile that showcases your communication abilities, professional goals, and outstanding academic record.

The average CAT score can be considered 198 to 180 for the MBA and the 90+ percentile in any of CAT and MAT can be considered good for admission to the top colleges. 

The minimum criteria is 55% or 2.2/4.0 GPA or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA) in Under Graduate Degree. Students from any stream i.e. Humanities/Sciences/Engineering/Management/Law etc. can apply for any program, however, students may not apply for more than two programs.