MA Criminology admission 2026: Registration, Dates, Exams

Updated on Jun 20, 2025 04:48 IST

MA Criminology admission is based on both merit and entrance procedures. MA Criminology is a 2-year PG academic degree. For detailed information check the article below:

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MA Criminology Admission Procedure

Listed below is the admission process for MA Criminology courses in India:

1. Eligibility 

2. Application form 

3. Entrance 

4. Document Verification

5. Registration

MA Criminology Eligibility

Listed below is the general eligibility criteria for admission to the MA Criminology courses:

  • Must have a graduation degree in a relevant discipline.
  • Must secure 50% aggregate from a recognized university.
  • no age limit.

Source: External site and may vary.

MA Criminology Eligibility Criteria: Top Colleges in India

Below table shows the top MA in Criminology colleges in India with their courses and eligibility criteria:

Colleges in India

Course

Eligibility Criteria

University of Lucknow

MA Criminology

  • Students need to secure a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum 45% aggregate from a recognized university.
  • There is a 5% Relaxation for OBC.

National Forensic Sciences University

MA Criminology

  • Students need to secure a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum 55% aggregate from a recognized university.
  • There is a 5% Relaxation for OBC.

Tamil Nadu Open University

MA Criminology

  • Students need to secure a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum 50-55% aggregate from a recognized university.

St. Peter’s College

MA Criminology

Students need to obtain a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate from a recognized university.

Patna University

MA Criminology

Students need to secure a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum 50% aggregate from a recognized university.

Source: External site and may vary.

MA Criminology: Entrance Tests

Please refer below for the dates:

MA Criminology Entrance Exams

Entrance Exam Schedule

CUET PG

CUET PG Exam Date

IPU CET

IPU CET Exam Date

Source: External site and may vary.

MA Criminology Admission : Syllabus

Below table shows the syllabus of MA in Criminology courses:

Entrance Exams

Exam Syllabus

IPU CET Syllabus

The syllabus includes mathematics, english, logical reasoning, aptitude and general awareness.

CUET-PG Syllabus

The syllabus includes Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Tests (GK, QA, Analytical Skills), and Domain knowledge.

Source: External site and may vary.

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MA Criminology Admission : Quick Preparation Tips

Here are some of the quick preparation tips for MA in Criminology courses:

  • Understand Syllabus
  • Create Study Plan
  • Practice 
  • Mock Tests  
  • Time Management

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MA Criminology Admission: Best Colleges in India

MA Criminology Admission : Best Government Colleges 

Here are some of the best government colleges in India for MA Criminology courses:

Best Government Colleges

Tuition Fee

University of Lucknow Admission

INR 60,320

Tamil Nadu Open University Admission

INR 9,000

National Forensic Sciences University Admission

INR 2.4 Lakh to 6 Lakh

Patna University Admission

INR 37,000

Karnataka University Admission

INR 19,600

Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan College Admission

INR 44,000

Rashtriya Raksha University Admission

INR 77,000

Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Admission

INR 4,800

Kumaun University Admission

INR 2,040

Davangere University Admission

INR 87,170

Source: External site and may vary.

MA Criminology Admission : Best Private Colleges 

Please refer below for the colleges

Best Private Colleges

Tuition Fee

OPJS University Admission

INR 50,000

MA Criminology Admission : Colleges Accepting Different Exam Scores

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MA Criminology Admission: Placements from the Best Colleges

Below table shows the top MA in Criminology colleges in India with their average salaries:

Top Colleges for Placements

Average Salary Offered 

University of Lucknow Placements

INR 7.46 LPA

Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Placements

INR 5.11 LPA

Patna University Placements

INR 3.6 LPA

Karnataka University Placements

INR 3.6 LPA

Kumaun University Placements

INR 1.8 LPA

Sardar Patel University of Police, Security and Criminal Justice Placements

INR 1.8 LPA

Source: External site and may vary.

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  • Popular MA Criminology Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MA Criminology Colleges in India
  • Popular MA Criminology Specializations

Popular MA Criminology Colleges in India

Following are the most popular MA Criminology Colleges in India. Learn more about these MA Criminology colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
35 Courses
432 - 18.5 K
8.4 LPA

#3 NIRF

22 Courses
55.95 K - 92.01 K
9.24 - 9.5 LPA

#1 NIRF

68 Courses
500 - 57.54 K
7 LPA

#2 NIRF

25 Courses
33.81 K - 50.45 K
5.4 LPA

#5 NIRF

10 Courses
432 - 540
4.62 - 7.9 LPA

#7 NIRF

22.2 K - 7.32 L
5.5 - 6.22 LPA

#8 NIRF

Popular Private MA Criminology Colleges in India

4 Courses
9 L
2 Courses
48 K - 75 K
18 Courses
44 K - 3.82 L
2.0
47 K - 72 K

#183 India Today

2.23 L - 12.8 L
2.75 - 4.8 LPA
15 K - 8 L
3.6

#72 India Today

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Popular MA Criminology Specializations

Following are the most popular MA Criminology Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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No, CUET is not required to get admission in MA from IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University. Admission is offered based on university-level entrance exam. It is followed by essay evaluation and personal interview.

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The total tuition fee of MA from IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University is INR 9 lakhs. Including other fee components, the total fee is INR 15.91 lakhs. Note: this number is taken from the official website of the university. It can change.

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No, IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University does not offer direct admission. Applicants have to undergo selection rounds that includes: entrance exam, essay evaluation and personal interview.

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No, CUET is not required for admission in MA programme of IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University. Applicants are given admission based on their performance in entrance exam, essay and personal interview.

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INR 6–7 LPAIt has lower tuition fees compared to MIT Pune and Thapar, offering good ROI.
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