MA Criminology admission 2026: Registration, Dates, Exams

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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

Here are some of the common exams and scores that are accepted for MSc course admissions:

• Colleges accepting CUET-PG scores
• Colleges accepting IPU CET 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

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