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There are 790 MA seats in the Alagappa University affiliated colleges. Additionally, 20 seats are there at the university campus. Candidates can check out the below table for Alagappa University affiliated colleges seat intake for MA:

NOTE: The mentioned seat intake is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

There are a total of 20 seats for MA courses at the Alagappa University. Candidates are admitted to the programmes as per the sanctioned seat intake. Apart from this, there are 790 seats for MA courses in the university affiliated colleges. The seat allotment for the PG course is done on merit-basis.

There are a total 10 subjects to be studied in the first year of the programme. These courses are divided into two semester, five subjects in each semester. Candidates can check below the Alagappa University MA Economics first-year subject list:

First Semester:

• Micro Economics - I
• Macro Economics - I
• Statistical Analysis
• Dynamics of Rural Development
• Computer Application for Data Analysis

Second Semester:

• Micro Economics - II
• Macro Economics - II
• Econometrics
• Non-major elective-I
• Indian Financial Institutions and Markets
• Issues in Indian Economic Development

Alagappa University MA English course curriculum include semester-wise list of subjects. Each semester include a number of subjects related to the chosen specialisation. Some of the subjects included in the curriculum are:

• Advanced English Grammar and Usage
• Indian English Literature
• World Classics in English Translation
• American Literature, etc.

The university percentage cutoff varies every year based on applicants percentage, number of applications, and more. Candidates who meet the cutoff criteria of the university become eligible for admission. In 2022, Alagappa University MA cutoff for Tamil specialisation was 79.1 and 75 for English. 

Yes, Alagappa University provide placement support to the students. Many top compnies recuit graduates from this university. The latest Alagappa University MA placement report is not available as of now. However, the university NIRF report 2024 is out. As per this report, 295 PG (two-year) students were placed out of 1,226. The median package offered to the candidates stood at INR 2.40 LPA.

Th university accept applications via online mode. Eligible candidates can visit the Alagappa University official website for application form filling and submission. The steps to be followed for filling out Alagappa University MA application form online are:

1. Go to the official website of Alagappa University.
2. Click on 'University Department Admission 2024' and click on 'Apply Online'.
3. Select the course and fill out the details.
4. Upload the documents and pay the application fee.
5. Submit the form.

The university offer MA across different specialisations at its main campus and through its affiliated colleges. Some of the specialisations in which the PG course is offered are:

No, candidates do not need to take any entrance exam for selection in the MA programmes. The university admit candidates based on merit in the last qualifying examination. Hence, aspirants aggregate in the degree course is taken into consideration. Further, it is also important for selection that the aspirant fulfils the course-specific eligibility criteria. The documents supporting eligibility are also required for admission. 

Alagappa University MA fee varies depending upon the chosen specialisation/college/mode of study. The total tuition fee for the PG-level programme range between INR 7,700 and INR 60,300. In addition, the total fee will include other fee components as well, such as security deposit, registration fee, and more. Candidates have to pay some amount of the total fee for seat confirmation. The fee amount mentioned here is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.