M.A. in Sanskrit 

offered by VMOU Kota

Yes, VMOU Kota offers a Master of Arts (MA) programme. This postgraduate-level course encompasses a wide range of Arts and Humanities subjects, providing students with advanced knowledge in their chosen specialisations. VMOU offers various MA programme specializations, including in subjects like English, Hindi, History, Political Science, and Sociology. The standard duration of the programmes is two years, with the option to extend it up to a maximum of four years. Additionally, the university allows for lateral entry into the second year of the MA programme for students with prior related education.

Yes, VMOU (Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University) does offer lateral entry to the MA programme. Lateral entry allows students who have completed a relevant bachelor's degree to enter directly into the second year of the MA programme, bypassing the first year. This can be a convenient option for students who have already acquired a strong foundation in their chosen field and wish to continue their studies at a higher level. However, the eligibility criteria for lateral entry may vary based on the specific specialisation and the university's admission requirements.

For the lateral entry MA programme at VMOU Kota, the following specializations are offered:

1. English
2. Education
3. Hindi
4. Political Science
5. Police Administration
6. History
7. Sociology
8. Sanskrit
9. Rajasthani
10. Public Administration
11. Economics

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) typically follows a flexible admission policy, especially for its distance education programmes like the MA programme. While specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the MA specialisation you're interested in, VMOU often allows students with a relevant Bachelor's degree to take direct admission into its MA programmes.

To confirm the eligibility and understand the admission process for a specific MA specialisation at VMOU, candidates are recommend visiting the official VMOU website or contacting the university's admission department.

The total tuition fee for the MA programme at VMOU Kota ranges between INR 5,800 and INR 8,400. There is a range in the fee because the fee for each specialisation can be different from the other. This fee only includes the cost of two-year MA programme and does not include the cost of mess or the hostel fee. The fee mentioned here is taken from unofficial sources and hence is indicative.