Psychology

Well, it depends on your interests. Psychology is indeed a good specialisation to pursue an MPhil in. Since the Psychology study also requires students to research the human mind and behavior, and MPhil is a research program, the combination of these disciplines will give students a strong practical training in the respective field and also great career options.

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MPhil Course

The MPhil Clinical Psychology is a 2-year-long PG research programme where students focus on the application of psychological principles to address mental health challenges. They study subjects like psychopathology, psychotherapy techniques, and ethical considerations in clinical practice. 

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MPhil Course

There are a total of 90 seats for the BSc in Psychology course of SIMS Bangalore. The seat allotment for this programme is done based on sanctioned seat intake and the applicants' performance in the selection rounds. Students must note that the seat intake mentioned here is taken from the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

Psychology is a wide field divided into 7 main types

1. Clinical Psychology
2. Cognitive Psychology
3. Developmental Psychology
4. Social Psychology
5. Forensic Psychology
6. Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology
7. Health Psychology

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Psychology Courses

Psychology studies include the scientific understanding of mind and behavior. It also includes people's thoughts, feelings, and emotions. The key aspects of Psychology studies are biological influences, social & environmental factors, research techniques, etc.

You can study Psychology in various specialized areas like Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, and Industrial Psychology.

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Psychology Subjects

Though you don't need to take many entrance exams for master's in psychology programs, you do need to take the General Records Exam. Better known as the GRE, this is a test that evaluates your knowledge in different areas.

If you qualify for exam then you can get the Masters programme in Christ University.

. Universities Accepting Students Without CUET (Direct / Merit-based)

Many private universities, state universities (in some states), and deemed universities still allow admission without CUET. Examples:

University / College Location Mode of Admission

Ashoka University Sonipat, Haryana Own entrance & interview

OP Jindal Global University Sonipat, Haryana Merit + SOP/interview

Amity University Noida + other campuses Merit-based + interview

Christ University Bengaluru + NCR campuses Own entrance (CUET optional)

Flame University Pune Aptitude test + interview

MIT-World Peace University Pune M

erit-based

Yes, you can get admission with 156 marks in CUET PG Psychology as an ST category candidate. You are within the expected cutoff range (140–160) for M.Sc. Psychology at BHU in the first round.

Your chances for a Psychology UG programme in India with a lower score are limited at top-tier institutions like DU but far from impossible. Strong prospects exist at BHU, various central/state universities with lower cutoffs, and distance/open learning colleges. Apply strategically across tiers—and keep an eye on later admission rounds.

Universities that offer MA in psychology are:

• University of Delhi
• Tata institute of social science 
• Christ University 
• Banaras Hindu University 
• Jamia Millia Islamia