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Netaji Subhas Open University M.A. Courses & Fees 2025

Q: What is the eligibility criteria to apply for an MA in History at NSOU?

Netaji Subhas Open University offers an MA in History through the School of Social Sciences. The course is spread over a minimum duration of two years and can be completed up to five years. The eligibility criteria are different for students from the CBCS and non-CBCS categories. For Non CBCS: Candidates, who have a graduation degree (10+2+3) and have scored at least 300 marks in History, are eligible to apply for the programme. For CBCS: Candidates, who have a graduation degree (10+2+3) with Core Course (CC/Discipline Specific Elective (DSE)/ Equivalent in History, are eligible to pursue the programme.

Q: What is the total tuition fee for the MA programme at NSOU?

The total tuition fee of the MA programme at NSOU ranges between INR 7,600 - INR 26,000, the fee is sourced from unofficial sources and hence, is indicative. Eligibility for the MA programme at NSOU Kolkata is to have a graduate degree in BA or its equivalent in the relevant stream from a recognised university.

Q: What is the MA course duration at NSOU?

The minimum duration of the Programmee is two years from the date of registration for MA at Netaji Subhas Open University. The registration is valid for a period of maximum five years provided the candidate pays renewal fees and other relevant fees within due time as and when notified by the University. University conducts PG admission for January Session. Courses are offered in annual system.

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Netaji Subhas Open University M.A.
What's new?

MA online applications are open for the Jan 2025 session, and the last date to apply is Jan 30, 2025.

NSOU MA Admission 2022

The University offers MA in seven different specializations. Detailed eligibility criteria for the same are given in the table below:

MA
Specialisation	Eligibility Criteria
Bengali	BA or its equivalent in the relevant stream from a recognised university
English
English Language Teaching
History
Political Science
Public Administration
Education	Bachelor’s degree in Education or B.Ed/ B.Ed (Special Education) from a recognised university

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 7.6K - 26K

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M.A. in Education

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M.A. in Bengali

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₹7.6 K

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M.A. in English

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M.A. in Economics

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M.A. in Political Science

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Netaji Subhas Open University
Fees details 2025

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	₹ 7.6 K - 26 K
Total fee	₹ 7.6 K - 26 K

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Netaji Subhas Open University M.A.
Admission dates 2025

Dates	Past Events
6 Feb '25	M.A. Notification of Merit list and other information regarding counselling/seat allotment for admission (tentative)
30 Dec '24 - 5 Feb '25	M.A. Online fees submission

Netaji Subhas Open University M.A.
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Specialization	Curriculum
M.A. in Bengali,Netaji Subhas Open University
M.A. in English,Netaji Subhas Open University
M.A. in Education,Netaji Subhas Open University
M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication,Netaji Subhas Open University
M.A. in History,Netaji Subhas Open University

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Students get substantial industry exposure

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Many students looking for better jobs

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Higher in core jobs

Higher studies preferences

Majority opted in India

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Students are expected to reach out to companies themselves

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Organized & proactive placement process

Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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M.A. in English Language Teaching

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₹7.6 K

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M.A. in Public Administration

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₹7.6 K

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Netaji Subhas Open University	-/-	₹ 7.6 K - 26 K	-/-
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University of North Bengal Compare	₹ 3 LPA	₹ 3 K - 3.36 K	-/-
The Sanskrit College and University Compare	-/-	₹ 13.92 K	-/-
Visva Bharati University Compare	₹ 6 LPA	₹ 2.4 K	-/-

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M.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2023

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

The academic infrastructure is student-friendly.

Placements: 70% of students were placed in my courses. The highest package is 5 LPA, the average package is 3 LPA, and the lowest package is 1.5 LPA. 10% of students got internships from my course, and the companies depend on up to students. Top recruiting companies and top roles also depend on students' talent.

Infrastructure: University has Wi-Fi, well-equipped labs and classrooms, library, canteen, hostel, cafe. University has medical facilities for students. They have sports and game spot. Hostel has safe and secure. The quality of food is healthy and tasty which is not harmful.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. Teaching quality is good and unique. This course curriculum is relevant, and it provides enough knowledge about the subject. Semester exams are not too tough, but cheating is not allowed. 80% of students got a pass percentage.

Other: I have a passion for this subject; that's why I chose it.

Reviewed on 16 May 2024Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2023

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

University infrastructure is very good.

Placements: 60% of students were placed in our courses. The highest package is 5 LPA, the average package is 3 LPA, and the lowest package is 2 LPA. 20% got internships from my course. Top recruiting companies and top roles—everything totally depends on students' talent. Pass percentage is good.

Infrastructure: university has Wi-fi facilities, labs, well-equipped classrooms, library, auditorium, museum, canteen, hostel, cafe, etc. For students, they have medical facilities, sports and games. And their food quality is very good. The quality of hostel is secure and safe.

Faculty: The teachers' qualities are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. Teaching quality is good. And this course curriculum is relevant. And it makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are not too tough, but cheating is not allowed. The pass percentage is 70%.

Other: This course was chosen by me because I can find my passion subjects knowledge in it.

Reviewed on 16 May 2024Read More

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M.A. in Bengali - Batch of 2025

4.2

4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Good college for distance learning.

Placements: In Bengal, postgraduates are not eligible for any placements. The college lacks dedicated placement teachers for our course. This course is a degree course, and you can pursue a Ph.D. Placements are more promising in job-oriented courses. Bengal is now an academic course, so you shouldn't blame the institute.

Infrastructure: Being an open university, our college does not have hostel facilities. The campus building is spacious and beautifully designed. Despite the lack of high-speed Wi-Fi, the food is of a higher caliber than other hostels. Students must manage all aspects, leaving little room for error. It is close to the hospital and food plaza - just two minutes away.

Faculty: The teachers are very competent and very helpful, and we are pleased with their support. They have a lot of knowledge and help us acquire different knowledge from all fields. They help us solve real challenges that arise in our daily lives during this program. So, the faculty members have no problem.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Bengali - Batch of 2019

4.6

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

NSOU's Bengal department was very good.

Placements: About 60% of the students in my course got good placements. The highest post offered in this course is communication manager, and the minimum can be a private school teacher. Indian Oil and Sonalika have offered our classmates jobs. In the end, it is a great course to be a successful person.

Infrastructure: There are many smart classrooms with audio-visual study materials, labs, libraries, and playgrounds. We have hostel facilities and a canteen on campus. You can feel the freshness because it is surrounded by a long, cultivated field and many trees. I like the area very much.

Faculty: The institute is really very good in terms of study and learning processes. It is also very good for rural climates. The teachers are very helpful and are always eager and excited to teach the students. They teach us modern techniques and spend extra time with us. The course curriculum is relevant, and it prepares students for industrial work.

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in English - Batch of 2017

4.4

5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Good college and facilities.

Placements: About 60% of students are placed in each course. The highest package goes up to 7 lacs per annum, and the lowest package is 2 LPA. Tata, L&T, and Ashok Leyland are some of the top employers. 70% of students get internships from here every year. Roles given to school teachers, college teachers, and others.

Infrastructure: All facilities, like Wi-Fi, a lab, etc., are available in this college. Hostel facilities are very nice. Food quality is very good and healthy. The canteen and food course offer good-quality food at a good price. Games like football and cricket can also be played at annual sports events.

Faculty: There are sufficient faculty members for all courses. They are very friendly. They are always available for us. They are kind and considerate. Apart from academic studies, we can learn social responsibility by spending time with them. Our principal, sir, is very kind.

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2024

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

I love this college but the exam system should be faster.

Placements: If you are looking for placement, then our college is not for you. There are no professional courses, so the placement opportunities in our colleges are very limited. However, since the fee is so low, you probably won't regret it. Finally, you have to apply for the job.

Infrastructure: Our college infrastructure has everything. The classrooms are clean. The canteen is hygienic and the library has a wide collection of books. However, Wi-Fi is still not provided to us. There is no hostel yet and recently there has been a demand for a girls hostel. We also need a proper sports room.

Faculty: Our college teachers are well qualified and knowledgeable. They were very helpful as well. The courses are very structured, and the semester exams are moderately difficult. Seniors are also helpful, giving proper guidance in every field. Courses are relevant as long as you are looking for knowledge in a specific field (and not a job). .

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024Read More

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For admission to the PhD in Management at IGNOU for the July 2025 batch, you must apply online at ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in by October 31, 2025. Eligibility requires a Master's degree with at least fifty-five percent marks. Admission involves a national-level entrance exam held in January 2026, foll

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Does Netaji Subhash Open University provide Bachelor of Fashion Designing course?

Answered 2 months ago

If you're looking for a Fashion Design degree from Netaji Subhash Open University (Kolkata), here's the catch - it doesn't offer a full bachelor's in fashion. You'll find certificate/diploma courses in tailoring and design, but that's it. If you're looking for a proper 3-year Fashion Designing UG de

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Which is the #1-ranked open university in India?

Answered 4 months ago

As per the Government of India (GOI)'s official National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), is the #1 ranked open university in the country.

It is followed by the Netaji Subhash Open University & the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University in th

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Which is better for BA: OSOU or NSOU Kolkata?

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Both the mentioned open universities can be compared based on their course fees, degree value, students reviews, curriculum, etc. In fee comparison, NSOU BA (H) course is cheaper with tuition fees of INR 9,900, while BA (H) at Odisha State Open University is INR 11,700. There is not a huge fee diffe

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What is the tuition fee for BA at Netaji Subhas Open University?

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The BA fee of NSOU is INR 9,900 for three years. Additionally, the overall tuition fee of the BA course may comprise different fee components, such as tuition fees, admission charges, registration fees, security fees, and other miscellaneous charges. However, it must be noted that the mentioned fees

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