Burdwan University MA Admissions 2023 will begin soon. Selections to the MA program is based on merit. The University of Burdwan, also known as Burdwan University offers 2 year Post graduation in Masters of Arts in many specializations. There is a total of 4 semesters in the MA program. It is a specialized course that includes in-depth knowledge of the discipline which the candidate selects. The specializations Offered are Mass Communication, English, Sanskrit, French, Education, Sociology, Economics, etc. The Eligibility criteria is a candidate must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. Check Burdwan University Admission 2023

University of Burdwan MA Important dates

Events Dates
Online counselling schedule release To be announced
Online counselling MA Bengali To be announced
Online counselling MA Political Science To be announced
Online counselling MA English To be announced
Online counselling MA [History, Arabic, Education, Hindi and Sanskrit] To be announced
Online counselling MA [Philosophy, Santali, Sociology, mass communication and Women’s Studies] To be announced

University of Burdwan MA Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for admission in Masters of Arts is candidates must have scored minimum marks of 50% at the honors level in the concerned subject. For candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-A, B categories minimum mark is 45% at the honors level in the relevant subject. 

The Candidate who graduated from an open University or through distance education mode is not eligible to apply for admission to PG courses.

University of Burdwan MA Selection Process

Admission to all the MA specializations is based on merit. The application process is Online. Candidates can also buy the application form from the registrar’s office of the University. 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of Burdwan University.
  • Click on the option 'Notices'.
  • Then select 'Admission'. Here you will find information and links of the Application form.
  • Fill in the registration details.
  • Complete the application form by filling in the required details.
  • Submit the application form.
  • Pay the application fee amount using debit card/ credit card/ net banking.

Required Documents

  • 12th Certificate and Mark List
  • Undergraduate Certificate and Mark Lists
  • Conduct Certificate
  • Caste Certificate
  • Migration Certificate
  • ID proof like Aadhaar, PAN, license, etc.

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University of Burdwan MA Course Details

Masters of Arts is a 2 year full-time Post graduation course. The course work is of 4 semesters. The total specializations offered by Arts departments are mentioned below:

Bengali Hindi
English Mass Communication
History Political Science
Philosophy Santali
Sanskrit Urdu
Sociology Arabic
Economics Education
French Women's Studies
Rabindra Sangeet Hindustani Classical Vocal Music

Core subjects

Some of the core subjects of various specializations are mentioned below:

Literature Media Laws and Ethics
Hindi poetry Contemporary Political Theory
International Trade Money Marketing
Public Finance History of Ancient India
Ethics Theory of Knowledge and Reality

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University of Burdwan MA Fee Structure

The Fee structure for the MA program is as mentioned below:

Years Year 1 Year 2
Semesters 1 2 1 2
Tuition Fee INR 600/- INR 600/- INR 600/- INR 600/-
Admission Fees INR 200/- - - -
Exam Fees INR 350/- INR 350/- INR 350/- INR 350/-
Other Fees INR 860/- - INR 160/- -
Total year wise INR 2960/- INR 2060/-

University of Burdwan MA Placement Details

The placement opportunities at Burdwan college is average in PG Courses. The Summer internship opportunity is provided to the students every year.

Some top recruiters of the university are IBM Daksh, Cognizant, HDFC Bank, SBI General Insurance, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Tele-performance Concentrix, FCI, NSSO, and, etc.

Salary Statistics:

Highest package: Rs 7.6 LPA

Media Package: INR 1.3 LPA 

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FAQs

Ques. Does Burdwan University provide any scholarship to the PG students?

Ans. Yes, Burdwan University provides scholarships to the students pursuing PG program:
  • Students who scored Rank first and Second at UG level are awarded Rs 3100 per month for 2 years.
  • Students scoring 55% in the best 5 subjects at UG level are awarded Rs 2000- Rs 5000 per month.

Ques. How many specializations are provided in the MA Program?

Ans. Names of some of the specializations offered are:
  • Education
  • French
  • Women's studies
  • Rabindra Sangeet
  • Hindustani Classical Vocal Music
  • History
  • Political Science
  • Mass communication
  • Philosophy

Ques. How many total seats are available in M.A. in English?

Ans. The total seats Available in M.A. English is 176. Eligible students are selected.

Ques. What are the documents required along with the application form?

Ans. The documents required along with the application form are:
  • Mark sheets and certificates of class 10th and 12th
  • Coloured Photograph
  • Birth Certificate
  • Graduation degree or Marksheet (Whichever is available)
  • Caste Certificate (if Applicable)
  • Category Certificate (if Applicable)

Ques. How many seats are available for M.A. in communication?

Ans. The seats available for M.A. in communication are 56. Eligible students are selected.