Kota University offers a full-time mode of Master of Arts (MA) Course with a duration of 2 Years. The Course is divided into 11 Specializations. It is available under 2 Faculty (Faculty of Science, Faculty of Social Science).

The MA course is divided into 4 Semesters. It specializes in Archaeology, Geography, Sociology, History, Public Administration, Tourism, Development Studies, Mathematics, Heritage, Museology, Economics.

Minimum Eligibility is to have a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 48% marks. Selection is based on Entrance Exam and Interview. 

The university offers MA programs in the affiliate colleges as well. The specializations offered at affiliated colleges are Drawing & Painting Economics, English, Geography, Heritage, Tourism & Museology, Hindi, History, Home Science, Music, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Rajasthani, Sanskrit, Social Work, Sociology, Urdu, and Vedic Vangmaya. 

Kota University MA Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must have cleared Graduation in any Disciple.
  • The minimum Marks for the Examination from a recognized University of Rajasthan State is 48%. And from a recognized University of Other State is 60%. 

Kota University MA Admission Guidelines

Selection of Candidates to take Admission in Kota University is done on the basis of Merit, Entrance Examination and Interview taken by the University itself.

How to Apply?

Students can apply through Online mode to take Admission in Kota University for MA Course. 

  • Firstly, Visit the Official Website of Kota University.
  • Then, Click on ‘Online Application 2020’ from the drop-down menu.
  • Register Yourself by making the ID and Password.
  • Now, fill the Application form.
  • Submit the scanned copy of Required Documents along with the Application fee of INR 500 by Online Banking.
  • Submit the form and save the details for future use.

Documents Required

  • Passport Size Photographs
  • Marksheets of 10th and 12th class
  • Score Card of Entrance Examination
  • Bachelor’s Degree

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Kota University MA Course Details

The MA Course is available under 2 Faculties i.e. Faculty of Science, Faculty of Social Science.

Under the Faculty of Science, Mathematics is offered.

Under Faculty of Social Science, following specializations are offered in the Campus:

Archaeology Geography
Development Studies Public Administration
Museology History
Tourism Sociology
Heritage Economics

Syllabus is different for different streams which is available at the Official Website

Click here to view syllabus of each stream. 

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Kota University MA Fee Structure

Fee Structure for all specializations is as follows:

  • MA in Geography: First Year – INR 5500, Second Year –INR5500
  • MA in History, Sociology, Archeology, Economics, Public Administration, Tourism, Museology: First Year – INR6000, Second Year – INR4000
  • MA in Development Studies, Heritage: First Year – INR6600, Second Year – INR 6600
  • MA in Mathematics: First Year – INR 8800, Second Year – INR8800

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Kota University MA Placement

The Placement Cell is formed with a vision to educate, enrich, empower and enhance employability of its students. It holds the responsibility of giving the best placements of the University. The aim of the Placement Cell is to find the jobs for all the students so that they can get placed in good companies with good salary packages. 

With the faculty of Placement, the Cell recruits the possible recruiters to hold the companies relating to marketing, software, chemicals, builders and many more. The placement cell has been constantly working in coordination with its faculties, external advisors and recruiters. Many big recruiters such as Batta Mineral Oil Industry, Stone Shipper Private Limited are invited by the University.

The Placement Cell of Kota University always sets up the principles which are always followed by the faculty. It builds the bridge between a job-aspirant and the job. The cell provides an environment where the students can be trained in a competitive edge in today’s competitive world. 

All these services given to the Candidates of Kota University are provided at no cost.In addition, a bulletin board is maintained with job announcements and career opportunities. Students' personal resumes are maintained for alumni. The University holds many big companies so that the students get high placements with a handsome salary package.

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Kota University MA FAQs

Ques. What are the facilities given to the recruiters at Kota University?

Ans. The University provides Large classrooms & halls for Pre-Placement Talks and Written Tests. The University also provides Air-conditioned rooms for Group Discussions and Interviews. Arrangement of Hygienic and quality food. Computer and fast Internet Access is also given.

Ques. What is the vision of Kota University?

Ans. Vision of the University is to establish centres of excellence in the Department for teaching and research in different faculties and interdisciplinary fields by which the candidates can show their inner thoughts and potentials and develop the Country.

Ques. Is there any cell for Differently Abled Persons in Kota University?

Ans. Yes, the University has a cell for Differently Abled Persons because persons with disability are unable to access education at all levels. In the higher education sector, the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and University Grants Commission support all Universities to involve and empower differently-abled persons in special education activities.

Ques. Where is Kota University located?

Ans. The Kota University is located near Kabir Circle, MBS Marg in Kota. Pin Code – 324005. It is located in Rajasthan India.

Ques. Does Kota College have a Library?

Ans. Yes, the college has a Library. The central library of the University is currently subscribing to more than 90 printed journals and various electronic journals through the UGC-INFONET Digital Library Consortium, now known as E-Shodh Sindhu (INFLIBNET Centre) in different disciplines. The central library is also using SOUL (Software for University Libraries) for library routine works.

Ques. What are the main tests provided by the University for Placement?

Ans. Focus on providing training, regarding soft skills and enhancing the employability of the students. Some Inputs are provided on a regular basis such as Communication Skills, Group Discussions, Training on Software Development, Seminars and many more.