Nehtaur Degree College Bijnor MA Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MA Economics programme at Nehtaur Degree College, Bijnor is INR 1,22,400. This covers the entire programme duration. SC/ST and OBC students may be eligible for additional fee concessions under UP government norms. The fee is payable per the schedule notified by MJPRU, Bareilly at the start of the academic session for each year.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BA Economics or related social science degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories as per MJPRU norms). CUET-PG score is accepted for admission. Students who did not appear in CUET-PG can apply through the MJPRU direct graduation merit route during the notified application window.

Ans. No, CUET-PG is not mandatory. Nehtaur Degree College, affiliated to MJPRU, Bareilly, accepts both CUET-PG scores and direct merit applications on graduation marks. Students who did not appear in CUET-PG can still apply through the merit route for remaining seats after the CUET-based counselling rounds. The college announces direct seat availability after CUET rounds conclude.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as economics teachers, lecturers in degree colleges after clearing NET, banking professionals through IBPS PO and SO examinations, research analysts, and civil services aspirants. MA Economics also serves as a foundation for PhD programmes. Clearing UGC NET in Economics qualifies candidates for junior research fellowship and assistant professor positions in universities and colleges.

Ans. Yes. Graduates holding an MA Economics from a UGC-recognised university with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) are eligible for UGC NET in Economics. Passing NET qualifies them for junior research fellowship and assistant professor positions in universities and colleges across India. MJPRU, Bareilly is a UGC-recognised state university, making its graduates eligible for these pathways.

Ans. MA Economics from an MJPRU-affiliated college is a recognised postgraduate qualification for UPSC civil services aspirants who choose Economics as an optional subject. The subject covers themes in microeconomics, macroeconomics, Indian economy, public finance, and international trade that align with UPSC Economics and Social Development paper topics. Many civil services aspirants from MJPRU colleges have used their MA Economics background to prepare for IAS, PCS, and allied services examinations in Uttar Pradesh and at the central level.