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a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
As per the latest report, the median package offered to the MA Developmental Studiesbatch 2024 at IIT Mandi stood at INR 6.5 LPA. The median package offered to MA Developmental Studies students between 2023 and 2024 at IIT Mandi placements are tabulated below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|
Average package | INR 8LPA | INR 6.5 LPA |
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
After the completion of a MA from Somaiya Vidyavihar University, candidates can apply for different government jobs. Graduates tend to seek employment in public administration, teaching, and social services. Candidates can apply for competitive exams such as UPSC, SSC, and State Public Service Commissions for the positions of IAS, IPS, or other government departments.
Besides, there are opportunities in banking, railways, and other PSUs, where a MA degree is a qualifying criteria. With appropriate preparation and focus, graduates in MA can get employment in the government sector.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Somaiya Vidyavihar University offers several scholarships for MA courses. The scholarships are given to students on the basis of their merit, financial status, gender, sports and category. Check out the names of the scholarships offered at Somaiaya Vidyavhiar University for MA courses below:
Eight Scholarships
- EWS Scholarship - for candidates with a family income less than INR 8 lakh/yr
- Girl Scholarship – Merit cum need-based scholarship for girl candidates
- Sports Scholarship – for National / International players
- SVU Need-based Scholarship
- SVU Benevolent Scholarship
- Industry Sponsored Scholarships
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Somaiya Vidyavihar University does follow seat reservations for MA courses. The university gives 5% relaxation to outstanding sports persons at the national or international level, subject to verification by the admission committee of the university. Moreover, the university might also offer seat reservations to the students according to their category.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
The MA seats at Somaiya Vidyavihar University are distributed across its various colleges and departments, each offering specialised programmes. The minimum number of MA seats is provided by K J Somaiya College of Education, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, which is 50. Additionally, K J Somaiya Institute of Dharma Studies offers 60 seats in MA courses, and more information about some MA specialsiations is not available on the official website.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
The MA curriculum at Somaiya Vidyavihar University defines definite objectives of the MA curriculum. That includes enhancing detailed knowledge in the field according to the specialisation students have chosen. In addition, another important component of the curriculum is skill enhancement and to be part of a team, that develops reflective thinking along with sensitivity towards group members, leading to the development of leadership and team management skills.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
Information about filling out the two MA specialisations at the same time is not available on the official website of the Somaiya Vidyavihar University. However, there is information regarding the multiple programme i.e., a student should apply separately for each programme if desiring to fill the form for multiple programmes.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Somaiaya Vidyavihar University follows the fee refund policy for MA courses according to the University Grants Commission. Students should be allowed a full refund of fees within a specified period to enable them to opt for a course of their choice. Check out the tables of the percentage of fee refunds according to the period below:
| Percentage of Refund of Fees | Point of time when notice of withdrawal of admission lis received in the HEI |
|---|---|
| 100% | 15 days or more before the formally notified last date of admission |
| 90% | Less than 15 days before the formally notifled last date of admission |
| 80% | 15 days or less after the formally notifled last date of admission |
| 50% | 30 days or less, but more than 15 days after formally notified last date of admission |
| 0% | More than 30 days after formally notified last date of admission |
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Registration for SVU ET 2025 for admissions to MA courses at Somaiya Vidyavihar University is currently open. The university conducts this entrance examination in different months throughout the year. Check out the timeline related to the registration form and the dates of result declaration for SVU ET in the table below:
| Rounds | Form Acceptance | Date of SVUET | Result | Fee Payment Deadline | Allotment of provisional /Final Seats (Columns Interchanged ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 15, 2025 to April 20, 2025 | April 21, 2025 | April 24, 2025 | May 9, 2025 | April 26, 2025 |
| 2 | April 21, 2025 to May 20, 2025 | May 21, 2025 | May 23, 2025 | June 7, 2025 | May 26, 2025 |
| 3 | May 21, 2025 to June 12, 2025 | June 13, 2025 | June 17, 2025 | July 2, 2025 | June 19, 2025 |
| 4 | June 13, 2025 to July 1, 2025 | July 2, 2025 | July 7, 2025 | July 22, 2025 | July 9, 2025 |
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
To get admission into MA courses at Somaiya Vidyavihar University, candidates are required to complete the primary eligibility criteria first, which states applicants must complete their graduation from the relevant fields and study subjects related to the specialisations with a minimum aggregate of 55%. Moreover, the secondary eligibility criteria contain valid scores of entrance examinations, such as CUET, SVU ET, and other relevant scores.
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