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Panjab University
Panjab University

Panjab University: Overview, Ranking, Admission, Placement, Eligibility Criteria

Chandigarh, Punjab

M.A. in English

M.A. in English is a 2 year master's course offered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies, Panjab University. The minimum eligibility for the course is a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The main highlights of the course are given below.

  • Candidates willing to apply for M.A. in English have to appear for the PUCET-PG, an entrance exam conducted by the University.
  • They must have a bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks under 10+2+3 system or equivalent.
  • Candidates with 45% marks in BA with English as elective or Compulsory English / B.A. Hons in English / Master's Degree with 45% marks are also accpeted as the qualification for the program.
  • Candidates with minimum qualification have to appear for an aptitude test and an interview conducted by the department.
  • In the selection process, 100% weighatage is given to the PUCET-PG test. 
  • 5% Additional Seats created for Vocational Subject (Functional English).
  • There are total 120 seats offered for the program, out of which 5 seats are for vocational subject, 15 for NRI and 5 for foreign nationals.

Quick Facts

Course LevelPostgraduate
Duration2 year
Details & Particulars *
Total Fees (First Year Fees)INR 13,465

The total fees for the MA in English studies is INR 27,600. It is to be paid in two installments. The first installment is of INR 13,465 and the last is of INR 14,135.

Seat Intake *120
Eligibility Criteria
GeneralSCSTPwDOBC

50 %

  • Valid score in the written test and interview conducted by the department
  • Bachelor's Degree in any stream with 50% marks 
  • 45% marks in the English at the bachelor's level.
  • BA Hons in English/ Master's Degree with 45% marks are also accpeted
Other Eligibility

Candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/PwD category are given a 5% concession in the minimum eligibility criteria. 

* Disclaimer - "Although IE Education makes every effort to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee the completeness or reliability of all data. The information mentioned here is compiled from multiple sources and taken from previous years."