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M.A. in Philosophy
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Overview

M.A. in Philosophy is a 2 years course offered at Banaras Hindu University. The total seat intake for this programme is 96. Admission to this programme at this institute is merit and entrance-based. The total tuition fee for M.A. in Philosophy is INR 13,000. For students interested in availing hostel facilities need to pay INR 9,750. Students can check the details around M.A. in Philosophy offered at Banaras Hindu University below:

Total Tuition Fees	₹13,000 Get Fees details
Duration	2 years Get Curriculum
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
Official Website	Go to Website
Seat breakup	96
Type of University	Public/Government

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Fees

BHU M.A. in Philosophy fee is an aggregate of several elements, including Tuition Fees, One-Time Admission Fees, Registration Fees, Exam fees, etc. However, students might need to pay some additional charges, depending on the course provided at the college. The total tuition fee for M.A. in Philosophy at BHU is INR 13,000. For more details about Banaras Hindu University fee breakup for M.A. in Philosophy, candidates can check the table below:

Fee components	Amount (2 years)
Tuition Fees The fee might include components other than tuition fees The fee is calculated on the basis of first year. Actual amount may vary.	₹ 13,000
Hostel Fees Meal Plan is not included in mentioned fee. Hostel fee mentioned is for cheapest option available. For other options available, please refer to fee pdf. Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st ye Read more Meal Plan is not included in mentioned fee. Hostel fee mentioned is for cheapest option available. For other options available, please refer to fee pdf. Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st year. Actual amount may vary.	₹ 9,750
Total fee	₹ 22,750

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BHU M.A. in Philosophy curriculum provides a semester-wise list of subjects to be studied throughout the course duration. Under this course, students study various types of courses, including theoretical, practical, etc. Moreover, they are also required to appear for internal and external examinations. To know more, download the PDF given in below table:

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Median Salary	INR 9.00 Lakh

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Candidates must have passed Bachelor degree with the mentioned marks in Philosophy/ Religious study from a recognized University/Institute. OR Bachelor degree in any discipline with Post Graduate Diploma in Indian Philosophy & Religion of Banaras Hindu University with the mentioned marks each at the Graduation and Diploma levels from a recognized University/Institute
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Admission is through counseling based on the rank obtained in Banaras Hindu University Postgraduate Entrance Test (BHU-PET) conducted by the university.

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CUET-PG

Apr 24 - May 24, 2026

CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Result

Apr 26 - May 25, 2026

CUET-PG-CUET PG Final Answer Key 2026Tentative

May 30, 2026

CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Counselling ProcessTentative

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CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)

Round	2024	2025	2026
1	167	158	134
2	115	130	104
3	112	130	75
4	112	130	75

CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-Home State)

Round	2024
1	150
2	134
3	141
4	141

CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-All India)

Round	2024	2025	2026
1	75	104	35
2	40	41	17
3	52	41	32
4	52	41	32

CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-Home State)

Round	2024
1	67
2	-
3	10
4	10

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I want to know about the latest cutoff information for M.A. in Philosophy at BHU .

Answered 3 years ago

The CUET results are not out so you can't get the latest cut off now

PRERIT Shankar

Contributor-Level 7

Can I do MA in Philosophy from BHU, if I have done BA (Hons) in Psychology?

Answered 4 years ago

Yes why not, you can do it.

Pankaj

Contributor-Level 9

Can I apply for MA in philosophy after graduation in Sanskrit?

Answered 7 years ago

Hi, Eligibility Criteria- B.A. (Hons.)/ B.A. under at least 10+2+3 pattern securing a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate including all subjects studied at B.A. level except those subjects where only pass marks are required and which do not contribute to the total in the final (degree) marksheet

Dr. Uma Sinha

Scholar-Level 17

I have done my graduation in mass communication. Am I eligible for doing MA in philosophy from BHU?

Answered 7 years ago

The official website says candidates should have philosophy as one of their subjects in graduation or candidates should have graduation from national/foreign university recognised by BHU and a post graduate diploma in Indian philosophy and religion with 50% aggregate at both the courses.

BIDISHA GUHA ROY

Contributor-Level 9

I have completed B.Com. Can I apply for MA philosophy in BHU?

Answered 7 years ago

For admission in MA philosophy in BHU, you need to have passed B.A., B.A. (Hons). With B.Com degree, you are not eligible.

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Which university will be best for M.A in Philosophy?

Answered 8 years ago

Top university /college to pursue M.A in philosophy 1. Institute of Life Sciences, School of Science & Technology- Ahmedabad, Gujarat. 2. Hindustan University- Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 3. Institute for Economic Growth- New Delhi. 4. SS College- Gurgaon. 5. Central Institute of Education, University of

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