2. What is the structure of SBSS?

The faculty comprises academic departments and associated research centers as follows: Department of Applied Psychology Department of Economics Department of Social and Political Studies Center for Liberal Arts and Sciences

4. What is the process of admission to the program?

Candidate needs to fill an on-line form at our website https://apply.manavrachna.edu.in/mriirs-admissions with the prescribed fee. After accepting the form, the university will intimate the candidate about the MRNAT examination date and place. After clearing the MRNAT candidate appears for the group discussion and personal interview. First preference will be given to MRNAT and second preference to marks in qualifying examination.

8. What is the process of admission to the program?

Candidate needs to fill an on-line form at our website www.mru.edu.in with the prescribed fee. After accepting the form, the university will intimate the candidate about the MRNAT examination date and place. After clearing the MRNAT candidate appears for the group discussion and personal interview. First preference will be given to MRNAT and second preference to marks in qualifying examination.

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M.A - Economics

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Programme Overview

A MA Economics degree from MRIIRS will open the door to various career pathways for the students. Apart from core courses, the department offers some unique courses such as Data Analysis through Computer (Excel and SPSS), Application of Statistical Software (R, LIMPED, STATA and E-Views), Environment & Resource Economics, Behavioral Economics, Public Budget & Fiscal Policy in India, Advanced Econometrics, etc. We have a fantastic team of knowledgeable and experienced teachers teaching Economics masters courses.

Students in the Master of Arts in Economics course are encouraged to apply for various internships or scholarship opportunities, workshops, and training programs. We follow a hybrid and innovative teaching pedagogy through live field projects, workshops, action research, case studies, seminars, industry interface, and guest lectures from both national and international experts aiming at the holistic development of students. In addition to the academic curricula, the department also operates ECOnomads, the economics society of MRIIRS. The department is also instrumental in publishing Eco-Bizz, a student-led scholarly magazine.

We lay tremendous stress on the inculcation of ethics, values, and good governance skills in the students. Social responsibility and community service form an integral part of our culture.

Duration: 2 yrs. (4 Semesters)

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Key Educational Benefit

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

41,000+

Alumni Imprints Globally

2800+

Published Research Papers

600+

MNC's & Indian Corporate Recruit

250+

Patents (Filed/Granted)

120+

Global Academic Collaborations

80+

Alumni & In-Campus Startups

60+

Countries with Footprints

60 LPA

Highest CTC Offered

Eligibility

For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

For 1 Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 4-Year Bachelor Degree with Hons./Hons. with Research in any discipline from a recognized University.

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Criteria for Preparation of Merit list

Merit in MRNAT
Merit in Qualifying Exam

Minimum Eligibility Criteria

45% marks in Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

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Scholarship

Programme Highlights

Accredited by NBA in 2004, 2007, 2018, and 2022, to provide best-in-class education standards.

Emphasizes skill building and industry-focused outcomes.

Experiential and interactive approach for curriculum delivery

Vedic Mathematics has been included in the curriculum to encourage students to be more creative at problem solving by using more than one method for a particular situation.

Equipped with state-of-the-art Psychological Laboratory and Testing Facilities

Community Service

Social Action Research Centre (SARC)

Field Immersion Projects for better understanding which includes Orientation Programme, Concurrent Field Work, Rural Camp, Block Field Work, and Supportive fields instructions/ Skill Development Workshops.

360-degree coaching & mentoring

Life Skills Training (LiST) to equip students with general self-management skills and social skills

Perfect blend of industry-academia exposure

Trained faculty from different academia and research organizations

Well-equipped library with sufficient number of books

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Internship & Placement Opportunities

After graduating with an economics degree, individuals have a wide range of career paths to explore. Many graduates find themselves well-suited for roles in finance, such as investment banking, financial analysis, or risk management. Others may pursue careers in consulting, where their analytical and problem-solving skills can be applied to help businesses optimize their strategies. Government agencies and international organizations also value economists for their expertise in policy analysis and economic research.

Additionally, some graduates choose to pursue further education, such as a master's or doctoral degree in economics, to deepen their knowledge and open up opportunities in academia or research institutions. Ultimately, an economics degree provides a solid foundation for a diverse range of careers and offers opportunities for growth and advancement in various sectors.

In a nutshell, students can opt for careers in the following areas/places:

Academia-Teaching Profession
Policy Research Institutes & Think Tanks
Banking/Non-banking Financial Institutions
International Organizations
NGOs
Subject Expert/Consultancy
Government Cadre- IES, RBI, Ministry of finance, Department of Economic Affairs, etc.
Corporate Sector
Journalism and Mass Communication
Entrepreneur
Policy Analyst
Data Analyst
Risk Analyst
Financial Analyst
Big Data Analyst
Market Research Analyst

Fee Details for M.A - Economics

Course Fee (Annual): INR 1,68,400 US $ 3300
Duration:
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Modes of Payment

Online Payment: Via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the university's official payment portal.
Bank Transfer: NEFT/RTGS to the university’s designated bank account.
Demand Draft (DD): In favor of “Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies”, payable at Faridabad/New Delhi
Cash Payment: At the Accounts Office on campus (subject to limits as per government regulations).
Education Loan: Through tie-ups with banks like PNB, SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, offering easy financing options.

Residential Facilities & Transport

We at Manav Rachna offer generous residential facilities and convenient transportation services so that each student, including those studying Manav Rachna, gets to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling campus life.

Residential Services

MREI provides on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for boys and girls with various types of rooms. Students can choose single, double, and triple rooms as per their preference.

Key Points

Room Types: The hostels offer different types of rooms to suit different budgets and preferences:

Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms
Single-seater, two-seater, three-seater, and five-seater rooms
The rooms can be equipped with attached or common toilets as per the choice of room category.

Fee Structure: The hostel fee is to be paid on the basis of the room category chosen by the student and it can be paid through DD (Demand Draft) or in cash.

Additional Facilities:

Medical services and medical insurance to keep the students fit.
Library facilities for access to study materials and academic inputs.
Laundry facilities as included in the hostel fees, to ease the life of students.

Mess Plan

At Manav Rachna, we offer world-class sports facilities to keep our students fit and active. Our facilities comprise a range of outdoor and indoor games, including:

Sports

Mess plan also comes as part of hostel fee. Healthy food is served through the mess considering the multicultural requirements of different food habits for the students. By providing choices involving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options, healthy lifestyle is available for the students enabling them to pursue their studies focusing on programs with full seriousness.

Basketball, volleyball, cricket, soccer, chess, and carom among others.

Notable facilities include:

A 25m shooting range and a 10m air-conditioned indoor shooting range with Olympic-standard SIUS Ascor electronic targets.
Indoor badminton and table tennis stadia with synthetic courts in association with Yonex and Stag.
A Semi-Olympic pool for swimming and a Soccer Academy for students who have sporting interest and passion.
A Sports Fitness Centre to service psychological, physiotherapy, and other aspects of health for students.

The facilities enable students to pursue physical exercises that complement their academic development.

Laundry

Laundry facilities are available at an extra fee in the hostel fees. This saves students from worrying about laundry, so they can focus on their studies, and also allows their clothes to remain properly cleaned.

Parking

There is a vast parking space facility available for students who commute using their own means of transport. It is provided to cater to the requirements of students, so that their travel will be easy and hassle-free.

Transport

Our well-maintained transport facility offers a stress-free, secure, and safe journey for students from Delhi and Gurugram. The GPS-located, contemporary fleet of buses is operated by professionally trained personnel, with onboard support staff to assist students. Our emphasis is on reliability, safety, and convenience, ensuring unproblematic travel to and from the campus.

How to Apply for M.A - Economics

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

1

Go to the Official Website
2

Complete the Online Application Form
3

Upload Mandatory Documents
4

Pay the Application Fee
5

Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Step 1 - Go to the Official Website

Step 2 - Complete the Online Application Form

Click on "Apply Now," generate your login credentials, and fill out the form with your personal, educational, and contact information.

Step 3 - Upload Mandatory Documents

Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, such as:
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
Aadhaar card
Passport-size photos

Step 4 - Pay the Application Fee

Fill in the application by paying online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 5 - Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Get qualified through MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or produce a valid JEE Main score for merit-based admission.

PO's and PSO's

Program Outcomes (PO's)

PO1

Gain a firm grasp of knowledge on economics for insight into the complexities, dynamics and challenges of current economic scenarios;

PO2

Comprehend with the empirical applications using relevant quantitative techniques to support contemporary economic arguments;

PO3

Apply analytical framework for economic enquiry and decision-making by appropriate consideration of social and environmental welfare;

PO4

Analyze the economic issues and articulate policy options by engage in reflective and independent thinking;

PO5

Evaluate new economic ideas in life-long process of learning through research and development;

PO6

Model the perspective of economic thought by aiding in disciplinary growth and policy making.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO's)

Accomplish a deep understanding of core economic principles to relate wide range of real-world issues;

Develop analytical aptitude with modern quantitative tools necessary to understand the economic arguments;

Instill lifelong learning skills for policy modelling and analysis of factual issues of the economy.

Frequently Ask Questions

What all programs does the faculty offer and what is the duration and fee of the programs?

Courses	Duration	Fee (in Rs.)/ Year
B.A. in Liberal Arts	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	3 Years	1,69,500
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	3 Years	1,59,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	3 Years	1,69,500
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	3 Years	1,69,500
M.A. (Hons.) in Economics	2 Years	1,59,500
M.A. in Applied Psychology	2 Years	1,59,500
Masters of Social Work	2 Years	1,59,500
Ph.D. in Psychology, Economics, Social Work	4 years	1,99,500 (including one time payable course fee, registration fee in the first year) 70,000 (thereafter from the second year)

What is the structure of SBSS?

What are the career opportunities after getting degrees from SBSS?

SBSS offers discipline specific as well as interdisciplinary programs. The opportunities after obtaining the degrees from different disciplines are as follows:

Economics- Study of economics opens up career opportunities in both the government and private sectors. It provides ample scope and prestigious positions nationally and internationally. Well-trained economists are placed across the government sector including the Indian Economic Service and Reserve Bank of India Officer, corporate firms like TCS/IBM/HSBC and many more, research institutes (National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations, and several premier institutes in country under the Indian Council of Social Science Research), international development agencies (UN organizations and World Bank groups), non-governmental organizations, banking/financial sector and several academic institutions. In the job market, there is an increasing demand for economic analysts, researchers and consultants.

Psychology- The students have successful careers in hospitals, clinical settings, working in school and colleges as counselors and also in corporate sectors as trainers and specialists in psychological assessments as well as in higher academic positions.

Social and Political Studies- It aims to develop critical insight among the students to apprise social and political studies using the lense of liberal arts, sciences, political science, sociology, anthropology, public policy and social work. We intend to develop student’s personalities through the inculcation of democratic and humanitarian values along with critical thinking and experiential learning. The pedagogy is structured in a way that strikes a balance between theoretical underpinning with concurrent field work in a social welfare organization, social and political studies. The Department offers placement and internship opportunities with all leading organizations from think tanks, civil society, international and national organizations, donor organizations, banks, consultancies, civil society, academia, central and state government organizations, and the developmental sector.

What is the process of admission to the program?

What is the eligibility criteria, and selection process for the programs?

Courses	Eligibility Criteria
B.A. in Liberal Arts	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	Pass in 10+2 Examination / Equivalent Examination with at least 45% marks in aggregate in 5 subjects including English as compulsory subject along with 4 subjects with the highest score out of the remaining subjects
M.A. in Economics	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
M.A. in Applied Psychology	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Master of Social Work	For 2-Year programme: 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in 3- Year Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

Do we need to submit the original certificates on the day of admission?

What are the major differentiators of the courses offered by SBSS?

What is the process of admission to the program?

What is the eligibility criteria, and selection process for the programs?

Courses	Eligibility Criteria
B.A. in Liberal Arts	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
M.A. Public Policy and Administration	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology	Minimum aggregate 50% in class XII examination
M.A. in Economics	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
M.A. in Applied Psychology	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination
Master of Social Work	Minimum aggregate 50% at undergraduate level examination

Do we need to submit the original certificates on the day of admission?

What are the major differentiators of the courses offered by SBSS?

What all programs does the faculty offer and what is the duration and fee of the programs?

Courses	Duration	Fee (in Rs.)/ Year
BA in Liberal Arts	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Political Science	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Sociology	3 Years	1,26,000
MA Public Policy and Administration	3 Years	1,16,000
BA (Hons) in Economics	3 Years	1,26,000
BA (Hons) in Applied Psychology	3 Years	1,26,000
MA (Hons) in Economics	2 Years	1,16,000
MA in Applied Psychology	2 Years	1,16,000
Masters of Social Work	2 Years	1,16,000
PhD in Psychology, Economics, Social Work	4 Years	1,40,000 (including one time payable course fee, registration fee in the first year) 70,000 (thereafter from the second year)