M.A Economics

The primary objective of this course is to introduce students with the process of economic growth and the long run sources of differences in economic performances across nations. Emphasis will be placed on developing theoretical toolkits in understanding growth mechanics. It is intended that this course will make students learn some of the workhorse models in modern macroeconomics, namely Solow model, Neo-classical model, overlapping generations model, models with technological change and technology adoption etc.
This course is primarily aimed at the MA and Ph.D research scholars in Economics and related disciplines. Students need to have a background in economics (especially in macroeconomics at the bachelor level). Students other than economics background should consult the instructors before registering for this course.

Eligibility for Master of Arts (Economics)
Minimum eligibility for M.A. Economics is 50% marks in BA (Hons) in aggregate or graduation with 60% marks in Economics subject which is there in universities like Amity University, Delhi University, etc.
Although, the eligibility criteria may differ for entrance exam procedure and merit-based admission process. As in Delhi University, the eligibility for merit-based admissions is aggregate 50% in BA (Hons) Economics done from DU only.
How to get admission in Master of Arts (Economics)?
Admission in this course is usually done through entrance exams as well as on merit basis.
Through Entrance Exam
Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi University, Manipal University, Jawaharlal Nehru University and other Universities like them offer admissions through entrance test. Although, certain colleges like Delhi University reserves certain seats for merit basis admissions along with entrance based admissions.
Merit-Based Admissions:
Colleges like Christ University, University of Hyderabad takes in application only through online/ direct mode as for the merit-based admissions. Delhi School of Economics reserves only 50% of its seat for merit basis.

Aligarh Muslim University offers a wide variety of courses. For M.A. Economics:
1) Eligibilty criteria:B.A. with at least 55% marks in aggregate and not less than 55% marks in Economics.ORB.Sc. with at least 55% marks in aggregate and not less than 60% marks in Mathematics / Statistics.ORB. Com. with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
2) Selection Process:Through Departmental Test.
3) Admission Test:Test Fee/Proc. charges: Rs. 350Test Date: In start of JuneDuration: 2 HoursIntake: 65 seats
4) Application Form Details:Filling of form: Online modeAfter filling the online form submit it to the Chairman's Office, Department of Economics, AMU.Last date of form filling and receipt of Application form (PDF Generated copy at the Counter/Registered Post): In mid of April.
5) Test Syllabus: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Indian Economy, Money and Banking, Economics of development, Quantitative technique, General English and General awareness (some questions).Test Paper Details:There shall be one paper comprising 80 questions with the following breakup :a) 70 Objective Type Questions (Multiple Choice) : 140 marks.
6) Course Details:Duration: 4 semesters