M.A

The University of Kerala is known as one of the top state-run universities of the country. It is ranked at 5 under State Public University and 25 under the University category by the NIRF 2025.  The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved all the courses offered by KU. Moreover, it is also re-accredited by NAAC with an 'A' grade. MA distance courses offered by the university are also recognised by the Distance Education Bureau (DEB). Hence, the Kerala University MA degree is valid across the globe.

 The University of Kerala offer over 50 full-time MA courses in several specialisations. Some of the offered MA specialisations are mentioned in the below-mentioned table:

Admission to the 2-year PG course is based on the merit obtained in the PG entrance exam conducted by the University of Kerala. Candidates are shortlisted based on the entrance test scores are further invited to take part in the personal interview round. Furthermore, based on academic records, exam score, and performance in the interview, the university allots seats to the applicants.

Yes, Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) offers regular Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Business Economics (MBE) courses at the College of Arts. The university offers MA in a total of 22 specialisations. The duration of both the course is two years each. The eligibility, selection criteria, and number of specialisations for Sri Venkateswara University admission to MA and MBE are mentioned below:

• Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Selection Criteria: Entrance exam (SVUCET) score

The eligibility for MA in English at Punjabi University is a bacheor's degree in english literature. Admission is based on Merit in the last qualifying exam. The overall seat intake for the specialisations is 65 and lasts for two years. And MA fees ranges INR 18,700  - INR 1.6 lakh. The fee information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

The eligibility for MA in Theatre and Film Production at Punjabi University includes a minimum of 50% aggregate in the Bachelor Degree (45% marks for SC/ST).  The admission process is based on the "Audition Test", conducted by the department. The overall seat intake for the specialisations is 28 and lasts for two years. And MA fee is around INR 18,700  - INR 1.6 lakh.

The fee for M.A. English programme at MIT School of Humanities is approximately INR 72000 per year.

Goa University offers two-year MA programme divided into four semesters. MA is available in various specialisations, namely Economics,  English,  Environmental Science, Hindi, etc. Aspirants who have completed any of the UG degree can apply for MA. Admission to MA programme of Goa University is based on GU-ART conducted by the university. Selected candidates need to pay the programme fee to confirm their seat in the university.

The Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) Delhi accepts scores from the iDAT or iMAT entrance exams for admission to its M.A. program. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Score at least 70% in Class 12
• Perform well in the Creative Portfolio review
• Pass the iDAT or iMAT written tests