GITAM Visakhapatnam BA Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The three-year BA Economics programme at GITAM Visakhapatnam carries a total fee of INR 1,98,000, comprising tuition of INR 1,95,000 and a one-time registration fee of INR 3,000. The first-year tuition is INR 65,000 split across two semesters. Hostel charges of INR 1,30,000 to INR 2,00,000 per year are optional and billed separately.

Ans. GITAM accepts its own Graduate Aptitude Test (GAT) as the primary entrance route for BA Economics admission. Students can also apply using valid CUET-UG or SAT scores in lieu of GAT. GITAM GAT is conducted in multiple phases so candidates who miss one date can sit a later phase within the same cycle.

Ans. A BA Economics degree from GITAM Vizag opens pathways in banking and financial services, economic policy research, consulting, civil services (UPSC and state PSCs), and development-sector roles with NGOs and international organisations. Many graduates continue to MA Economics, MBA Finance, or integrated law programmes at the postgraduate level.

Ans. Yes, GITAM offers GAT Merit Scholarships ranging from 15 to 100 percent tuition waiver for high-ranking GAT applicants, with equivalent awards for CUET-UG and SAT performers. Need-based scholarships covering up to 50 percent tuition are also available for students whose family income falls below the prescribed slab. A minimum CGPA of 8.0 is needed to renew merit scholarships in subsequent years.

Ans. Yes, GITAM’s BA Economics programme is open to candidates from any stream (Arts, Science, or Commerce) who have passed 10+2 with at least 50 percent aggregate marks. There is no stream restriction at the undergraduate level. CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, and IB board students need a minimum of 55 percent.

Ans. Yes, GITAM (Deemed-to-be University) holds UGC recognition and AIU (Association of Indian Universities) membership, making its degrees valid for all central and state government recruitment examinations that require a graduate-level qualification. BA Economics graduates are eligible to appear in UPSC, SSC, RBI, and state PSC examinations.