IILM MA Applied Psychology FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility for MA Applied Psychology?
Ans. Candidates need a bachelor degree with at least 50 percent aggregate, and a psychology background at graduation is preferred for the applied curriculum. A valid CUET-PG score is considered where available, followed by a personal interview. Graduates from allied social science backgrounds may also apply, and final-year students can submit a provisional application pending their results. There is no domicile or category restriction, which keeps the process open to applicants from across the country.
Ques. What is the total fee for the programme?
Ans. The total tuition for the two-year MA is INR 4,00,000, payable in two annual instalments of INR 2,00,000. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately at about INR 1,42,000 per year. Merit scholarships, early bird concessions and education loan support can reduce the net cost for eligible students who qualify on academic or entrance performance. The fee covers tuition only, while examination and laboratory access form part of the standard charges.
Ques. Is CUET-PG mandatory for admission?
Ans. CUET-PG is accepted and strengthens an application, but admission is primarily merit-based, so candidates without a CUET-PG score are also considered on their graduation marks and interview. Applicants register on the IILM portal, upload their degree marksheets and scorecard where available, and are shortlisted on overall academic profile and motivation for the field. The interview explores the candidate interest in psychology and their suitability for client-facing and research work.
Ques. What does the curriculum cover?
Ans. The syllabus spans clinical and counselling psychology, psychological assessment and testing, behavioural research methods, statistics, and organisational and health psychology. Students train in an assessment laboratory and complete supervised internships in counselling or mental health settings. The programme balances theory with practical skills, building competence in assessment, intervention and applied research throughout the two years. Case discussions, role-play sessions and exposure to real client scenarios help students develop the empathy and analytical judgement that counselling and applied roles demand.
Ques. What career roles can graduates target?
Ans. Graduates can work as counsellors, psychometricians, research associates, human resource specialists and wellbeing professionals in schools, hospitals, corporates and non-profit organisations. Many also pursue an MPhil, PhD or a professional diploma in clinical psychology for licensed practice, building on the assessment and research foundation gained during the degree. The Greater Noida location near Delhi NCR offers access to counselling centres, corporates and research institutions for internships and final placements. The growing focus on mental health and workplace wellbeing has widened opportunities for applied psychology graduates across sectors.
Ques. When does the academic session begin?
Ans. The application window closes on June 30, 2026, and classes commence on July 01, 2026. Admission is processed on a rolling basis, so early applicants improve their chance of securing a seat and a higher merit scholarship slab. Students should complete document verification and fee payment before the commencement date to confirm enrolment and hostel allotment.







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