Gochar Mahavidyalaya Saharanpur MA English: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MA English curriculum covers British literature from the Renaissance to the modern period, Indian writing in English, linguistics and phonetics, postcolonial literature, literary criticism, and research methodology. The programme is designed as per Maa Shakumbhari University’s prescribed syllabus and aims to develop analytical and critical writing skills.

Ans. Admission is merit-based on graduation marks. Candidates apply through the Maa Shakumbhari University online admission portal, upload graduation mark sheets and required documents, and pay the application fee. A merit list is published based on graduation aggregate, and shortlisted candidates attend document verification at the college.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 45% marks from a recognised university, with English as a main or subsidiary subject in graduation. Reserved category candidates receive relaxation per UP Government and MSU norms applicable for the 2026-27 academic session.

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MA English programme is INR 20,000, payable as INR 10,000 per year. University examination fees are charged separately by Maa Shakumbhari University each year. The fee may be subject to revision at the start of each session.

Ans. MA English graduates can apply for school teaching positions at the secondary level after clearing UP TET or CTET. They are also eligible to appear for UGC NET and UP SET examinations for college teaching. Other career paths include content writing, editing, public relations, and postgraduate research leading to a PhD.

Ans. Yes. SC, ST, OBC, EBC, and Minority students from UP can apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship through the state scholarship portal. The Central Sector Scholarship is available for meritorious graduates from state boards. Applications must be submitted with income certificates before the session deadline.