Ques. What is the total fee for MA Applied Psychology at GITAM Vizag?
Ans. The two-year MA Applied Psychology programme at GITAM Visakhapatnam carries a total fee of INR 2,27,800, comprising tuition of INR 2,26,000 and a one-time registration fee of INR 1,800. The first-year tuition is INR 1,10,200 across two semesters. Hostel charges of INR 1,30,000 to INR 2,00,000 per year are optional and billed separately.
Ques. Is TISSNET accepted for MA Applied Psychology at GITAM?
Ans. Yes, GITAM Visakhapatnam accepts TISSNET scores as an alternative to GITAM GAT for MA Applied Psychology admission. Candidates with valid CUET-PG or TISSNET scores may apply in lieu of appearing for GAT. The TISSNET application closed on January 23, 2026, with the exam held between March 6 and March 27, 2026, and results declared on April 10, 2026.
Ques. What career paths does MA Applied Psychology from GITAM lead to?
Ans. Graduates of MA Applied Psychology from GITAM can pursue careers in organisational behaviour and HR, school and college counselling, community mental health, and social research. For clinical psychotherapy practice, a subsequent MPhil in Clinical Psychology from an RCI-recognised institute is required. Academic and research careers are also accessible through further doctoral study.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MA Applied Psychology students?
Ans. GITAM offers GAT Merit Scholarships of up to 100 percent tuition waiver for high-ranking applicants, with equivalent awards for CUET-PG and TISSNET scorers. Need-based scholarships cover up to 50 percent of tuition for students with family income below the eligible threshold. A minimum CGPA of 8.0 is required to continue the scholarship in the second year.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MA Applied Psychology at GITAM?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline except Fine Arts from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. A valid score in GITAM GAT (PG), CUET-PG, or TISSNET is required for the merit list. A personal interview is mandatory as part of the final selection process, and English proficiency is assessed at that stage.
Ques. How is the MA Applied Psychology at GITAM different from MA Psychology?
Ans. MA Applied Psychology at GITAM focuses on practical and applied domains such as counselling techniques, psychometric assessment, and organisational behaviour rather than purely theoretical psychology. The curriculum is designed to bridge academic psychology with real-world practice settings. Graduates are positioned for applied roles, while a further MPhil from an RCI-recognised centre remains the pathway to licensed clinical practice.
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