M.A. in English 

at UniPune, Ganeshkhind

Candidates seeking admission to MA are required to have completed their relevant UG degree. For further selection, candidates have to appear for OEE conducted by UniPune for final selection. The majority of MA courses are available on the campus of UniPune while a few chunks of MA specialisations are also offered by various affiliated colleges and recognised institutes under UniPune. After appearing for the exam, students are required to wait for the merit lists released on the official website of the university. After the release of the merit list, students are required to fill in the admission form and upload the necessary documents in it. After all the documents are verified by the relevant department, an admission fee challan is generated and the fee must be paid followed by that before the last date.

Yes, Pune University offers a two-year MA programme across more than 40 specialisations to the students at PG level in the field of Arts. In addition to this, there are multiple Integrated MA courses offered at the Unipune departments The majority of MA courses are available on the campus of UniPune while a few chunks of MA specialisations are also offered by various affiliated colleges and recognised institutes under UniPune. All these affiliated and recognised institutes are located in three districts, namely Pune, Ahmednagar and Nashik. Some of the popular MA specialisations offered by Unipune are as follows:

SPPU Popular MA Specialisations
Sociology	History	Psychology
Politics	Philosophy	Spanish
Statistics	English	Economics

The total tuition fee for MA at Savitribai Phule Pune University ranges between INR 15,000 and INR 11.9 lakh. The fee varies depending upon the specialisation chosen, tenure of the programme and the affiliated college selected by the student. Additionally, this tuition fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, is purely indicative. Students are advised to visit the official website of the college they wish to get into or visit the admission office of the college/ university campus in person for more clarity on this subject. Other than the tuition fee, students are also required to pay the application fee to get into UniPune. The application fee for General category candidates is INR 600 (INR 750 with late fee) and the same is INR 400 for reserved category candidates (INR 550 with late fee). 

Pune University offers a two-year MA programme across more than 40 specialisations to the students at PG level in the field of Arts. In addition to this, there are multiple Integrated MA courses offered at the Unipune departments The majority of MA courses are available on the campus of UniPune while a few chunks of MA specialisations are also offered by various affiliated colleges and recognised institutes under UniPune. All these affiliated and recognised institutes are located in three districts, namely Pune, Ahmednagar and Nashik. Some of the popular MA specialisations offered by Unipune are as follows:

SPPU Popular MA Specialisations
Sociology	History	Psychology
Politics	Philosophy	Spanish
Statistics	English	Economics

Yes, UniPune offers two-year long MA programme. The PG-level course is offered in a full-time mode. Moreover, it is offered across different specialisations, such as English, Psychology, Economics, History, and more. The admission criteria is entrance-based for the postgraduate course. It is advisable to check the eligibility requirements before applying for the programme.

UniPune admission for a majority of PG and UG courses, such as M.Sc. M.A. M.Tech, M.Com B.A. And BBA among others, is based on the Online Entrance Exam (OEE) conducted by the University. Additionally, there are numerous courses, such as MCA MMM, Advanced Diploma, MPH E-MBA, LL. M. and M. Lib. ISC among others, where the admission process is completely based on merit in the previous qualifying exam (Class 12 for UG admission and UG degree for PG admission). Thus, students will not be able to get direct admissions to Pune University.

Candidates seeking admission to Pune University via OEE 2025 can apply online on the official website and submit their application forms. Candidates are required to upload the following documents along with the application form:

• Photocopy of the statement of marks of the qualifying exam passed (of applicable)
• Photocopy of the caste certificate/ non-creamy layer certificate issued by the Government of Maharashtra in case of reserved category
• Photocopy of the medical certificate issued by a Civil Surgeon in case of PwD category

Students are not required to submit print out of the application form or documents at the campus. However, the original documents must be submitted during admission. The application fee for General category candidates is INR 600 (INR 750 with a late fee) and the same is INR 400 for reserved category candidates (INR 550 with late fee). The fee must be paid online via debit/ credit cards or net banking.  However, those seeking admission via MAH CET or MHT CET can apply via the official website of the exams. 

Savitribai Phule Pune University  (also known as UNIPUNE, Pune University and SPPU), is a collegiate public state university. The University is located at Pune, was established in 1949 through Poona University Act and is one of the premier universities in India. Recognised by UGC, it is popularly known as the 'Oxford of the East'. The University is accredited ‘A’ grade by NAAC. With over 40+ academic departments,  10+ faculties and 50+ research centres, the university also has about 300+ recognised research institutes and over 700 affiliated colleges offering UG, PG, diploma, PG diploma, PhD and certificate courses.

{Source: B.Com students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:
* Good faculty members who are knowledgeable, helpful, and experienced
* Relevant and industry-ready course curriculum
* High-quality teaching quality with good explanations
* Good infrastructure and facilities, including Wi-Fi, labs, and libraries
* Availability of scholarships and financial aid
* Opportunities for internships and placements
* Strong sense of community and campus life

Cons:
* Poor placement record (around 20%-40%)
* Limited job opportunities after graduation
* Average salary package (INR 2-4 LPA)
* Few companies visit the campus for recruitment

Overall, while UniPune may not offer excellent placement records, it seems to excel in terms of academic reputation, faculty quality, and campus resources. However, students should carefully weigh these factors against their individual career goals and expectations.

It's essential to note that individual experiences may vary, and some students might have successful careers despite the challenges mentioned above. For those who prioritize academic excellence and are willing to explore additional opportunities outside of campus recruitment, UniPune could still be a suitable choice.

Recommendation: Consider weighing the pros and cons carefully and conducting thorough research on the university's strengths and weaknesses. Additionally, reach out to current students, faculty, or alumni to gain a deeper understanding of the programme and its outcomes.

Unipune has a multi-step admission process which is inclusive of application, appearance in OEE exam (for OEE-accepting courses, such as MA, MSc and MTech, among others) followed by the release of merit list and final admission. A detailed description of all the steps is as follows- 

Step 1: Candidates seeking admission to Pune University OEE can apply online on the official website and submit their application forms. There is no requirement to submit the required documents or application form offline. The following image depicts the Pune University application process:

1. Visit the official website and click on PG Admission on the home page. 
2. Register as a new user on the CEEP portal.
3. Fill up and submit the application form. 

Step 2: Candidates, after application, must appear for the course-specific OEE or other entrance exams conducted by the university or Maharashtra state.  

Step 3: After appearing for the exam, students are required to wait for the merit lists released on the official website of the university.

 Step 4: After the release of the merit list, students are required to fill in the admission form and upload the necessary documents in it. After all the documents are verified by the relevant department, an admission fee challan is generated and the fee must be paid followed by that before the last date.