GITAM MA Economics Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (2 years)	INR 2,26,000
Admission and Registration Fee (one time)	INR 1,800
Hostel Fee (per year, optional)	INR 1,30,000 to INR 2,00,000
Total Fees (Hostel charges separate)	INR 2,27,800

First year tuition is INR 1,10,200, payable across two semesters.

Tuition fees may see a 5 to 8 percent revision in the second year as per university norms.

A 3 percent discount applies to students who pay the full first-year fee in one tranche.

Hostel charges depend on AC or non-AC selection and are billed with mess fees separately.

GITAM MA Economics Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Form Release	November 2025
CUET-PG Application Last Date	January 25, 2026
CUET-PG Exam	March 6 to March 27, 2026
GITAM GAT PG Exam	March 28 to March 29, 2026
GITAM Application Last Date	April 16, 2026
CUET-PG Result Declaration	April 24, 2026
Counselling and Personal Interview	April to May 2026
Classes Commence	July 2026

Candidates can apply through the GITAM admissions portal at admissions.gitam.edu.

GITAM GAT for PG Humanities is conducted in multiple phases across the cycle.

Valid CUET-PG and SAT scores are accepted in lieu of GAT for MA admission.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a BA in Economics, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc Mathematics, or B.Sc Statistics with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks from a recognised university.

A valid score in GITAM GAT (PG Humanities), CUET-PG, or SAT is required for the merit list.

Final selection is based on the entrance score, personal interview, and academic record.

Admission Process

Pay the application fee and select the preferred phase of the GITAM GAT (PG).

Appear for GITAM GAT or submit valid CUET-PG or TISSNET score in lieu.

Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview as part of the selection.

Final selection is based on entrance score, interview performance, and academic record.

Pay the admission fee and complete enrolment formalities to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

Target economic research, policy analysis, or RBI officer roles
Plan to pursue PhD Economics or MBA Finance after the MA
Value CUET-PG as an alternative route to GITAM PG admission

✗ Skip if

Expect dedicated placement support in corporate economics roles
INR 2.3 lakh MA fee is beyond your postgraduate study budget
Prefer a central or state university for government recruitment eligibility

GITAM MA Economics Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
GAT Merit Scholarship	15 to 100 percent tuition waiver	Based on GAT PG score and rank
CUET-PG / TISSNET Merit Scholarship	15 to 100 percent tuition waiver	Based on CUET-PG or TISSNET percentile
Need-based Scholarship	Up to 50 percent waiver	Family income below INR 8 Lakhs slab
Loyalty Scholarship	10 percent waiver	Wards of GITAM alumni
Sports Scholarship	Variable	National or State level achievement

GAT merit scholarships apply only to the first year of the programme.

A minimum CGPA of 8.0 is required to continue the scholarship in the second year.

Need-based scholarship applications open after the first semester results are declared.

GITAM MA Economics FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MA Economics at GITAM Vizag?

Ans. The two-year MA Economics 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 split across two semesters. Hostel charges of INR 1,30,000 to INR 2,00,000 per year are optional and separate.

Ques. Who is eligible for MA Economics at GITAM?

Ans. Candidates must hold a BA in Economics, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc Mathematics, or B.Sc Statistics with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks from a recognised university. A valid score in GITAM GAT (PG), CUET-PG, or SAT is required. Final selection also factors in personal interview performance and the applicant’s overall academic record.

Ques. What career options exist after MA Economics from GITAM?

Ans. MA Economics graduates from GITAM can pursue roles in banking and financial sector analysis, economic policy research at think tanks, government statistical services, consulting, and academia. Many also qualify for the RBI Grade B, SEBI, or NaBFID examinations, as well as UPSC Mains with Economics as an optional subject. PhD Economics is the path for those targeting research or faculty positions.

Ques. Is CUET-PG accepted for MA Economics at GITAM Vizag?

Ans. Yes, GITAM Visakhapatnam accepts valid CUET-PG scores in lieu of GITAM GAT for MA Economics admission. The CUET-PG application closed on January 25, 2026, with the exam held between March 6 and March 27, 2026, and results announced on April 24, 2026. Candidates with CUET-PG scores need not appear for the GITAM GAT separately.

Ques. What scholarships are available for MA Economics students at GITAM?

Ans. GITAM offers GAT Merit Scholarships of up to 100 percent tuition waiver for top-ranking applicants, with equivalent awards for CUET-PG scorers. Need-based scholarships cover up to 50 percent of tuition for eligible students. A minimum CGPA of 8.0 is required each year to continue the merit scholarship into the second year.

Ques. Can I pursue PhD Economics at GITAM after completing MA Economics?

Ans. Yes, GITAM Visakhapatnam offers a doctoral programme in Economics. MA Economics graduates with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks are eligible to apply. Admission requires qualifying the GReAT entrance test or holding a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or GATE score for exemption from the test. The PhD at GITAM carries a minimum duration of three years.

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