Lord Buddha Post Graduate College Bahraich MA Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total course fee for the 2-year MA Political Science programme at Lord Buddha Post Graduate College, Bahraich, is INR 1,22,400. This amount covers the complete programme duration and is set in line with RMLAU norms. The college is affiliated to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya. Students are advised to confirm the exact payment schedule with the college admission office before the academic session begins, as the schedule may vary each year.

Ans. Yes, CUET-PG conducted by NTA is mandatory for MA Political Science admission at Lord Buddha PGC Bahraich. The merit list for this RMLAU-affiliated college is prepared based on CUET-PG scores. Shortlisted candidates are required to participate in RMLAU counselling rounds for final seat confirmation. Students who appeared for CUET-PG 2026 are eligible to apply for the current admission cycle. No separate entrance exam is conducted by the college itself.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks. SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible with a minimum of 45% marks. A valid CUET-PG score is also required for RMLAU-affiliated admissions. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility norms prescribed by RMLAU for MA admission at affiliated private colleges in Uttar Pradesh before submitting their application.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching at school and college levels, civil services (IAS, IPS, UP PCS), journalism, legal studies (LLB), social work, and political research. RMLAU-affiliated MA degrees are widely accepted for UP state government services and competitive examinations. Many graduates also pursue Ph.D. programmes or research roles in political science departments at universities across Uttar Pradesh. The degree is also valued for roles in NGOs, policy advocacy, and public administration.

Ans. Yes, eligible students can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship (Dashmottar) for SC/ST/OBC domiciliary students via pfms.nic.in. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship is also available for students from families with annual income below INR 4.5 LPA through scholarships.gov.in. Both scholarships require students to be regularly enrolled and to meet the respective income and category criteria. Applications must be submitted within the deadlines set by the state and central government authorities.