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Saurabh Khanduri

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Yes, the Indian Institute of Psychology and Research BA admissions have been opened for the academic year 2026. Indian Institute of Psychology and Research has not revealed the entire BA timeline at this point of time. Thus, candidates who are interested in the BA course offered by Indian Institute of Psychology and Research should apply shortly after the Class 12 board exams have been declared.

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Rashmi Srivastava

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The only main difference between them is their "area of study". This changes the career paths and job options for the postgrads.

An MA in Psychology studies the human mind, behavior, and patterns. The MA in Philosophy, on the other hand, studies the 'why' of existence, values, reason, mind, language, and more. 

MA Psychology students work as  Mental Health Researchers, Rehabilitation Forensics, Counselors, Clinical Psychologists, Government Officials, Human Resource Specialists, and Social Workers, etc. And MA Philosophy students work as Professors, Lawyers, Consultants, Government Policy Analysts, Journalists, etc.

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Sreetama Shrivastava

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Well, you don't really need any skills to pursue an MA course. Just fulfill the eligibility requirements, and you're good to go. Most MA colleges require entrance exam scores, so you'd need that as well. 

To succeed in your field, some abilities will help you -

  • Critical thinking
  • Basic technical skills
  • Writing & research skills

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Atul Arora

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It's a completely personal choice. MA is a master 's-level degree and is not needed in every industry or job role. You can get decent job options with a BA degree or maybe a Diploma course.

Pursue an MA when you want to go for a research-based role or are planning to pursue higher studies like a PhD. An MA will definitely enhance your chances of getting paid higher, but not in every field.

You need to analyze your career goals and see if an MA degree fits. 

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Sampreet Kaur

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Yes, Lovely Professional University offers a two-year M.A. in Psychology programme for graduates with 50% aggregate marks, accessible via LPUNEST or merit. Graduates gain strong placement support through a dedicated cell, linking to roles in counseling, HR, clinics, NGOs, and corporates via 2,000+ recruiters. Practical training boosts employability effectively.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical Research, University of Delhi seat intake is 76. The college offers a three years PhD course at the Doctorate level. The duration of combined course is five years. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Aspirants must pass Master's degree in Engineering/Technology or a Master's degree by Research in Engineering /Technology to apply for PhD programme at IIT Jammu.

Candidates who have completed a four-year UG degree with GATE score or Master's degree in Science (with a good academic record) and a valid GATE / UGC-CSIR NET (JRF or LS) /GPAT/ NBHM/ ICMR (JS) / ICAR (JS) or equivalent qualification can also apply.

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Raj Kumar

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The MA in Political Leadership & Government (MPG) is a 2-yr, full-time PG programme which is designed to develop future leaders in politics & also governance. It combines academic learning with the practical exposure to political processes,   leadership skills, and public administration. 

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Akansha Bisht

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Why not! There are hundreds of specialisation options to choose from. You can literally choose any area from Political Science to Languages, to Economics, and Psychology. All of these specializations provide different career paths. 

Once you complete a BA course, you can pursue higher education or start your career journey.

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Rashmi Thakur

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See, both are BA degrees. The only difference is their focused areas. Political Science is focused on Indian Politics, international relations, and public policy. Whereas, Social Science is about social behaviors, societal structures, and human interactions.

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