The M.Sc Child Psychology at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a two-year postgraduate programme offered at Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences (YSAHS), Mangaluru. The programme covers child development theories and developmental psychology, cognitive and language development in children, behavioural and emotional disorders in children, child psychopathology and assessment, play therapy and child counselling techniques, learning disabilities and special education support, family systems and parenting, child protection and welfare, psychometrics for children, and a supervised clinical placement component, preparing graduates for child psychologist, developmental counsellor, and child welfare specialist roles. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 2,10,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University M.Sc Child Psychology admissions for 2026-27 are open. Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on CUET-PG 2026 or Y-ENTRANCE score and graduation merit.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Sc Child Psychology at YSAHS, Yenepoya University, Mangaluru
- Covers child development theories and developmental psychology, cognitive and lang and more
- Eligibility: BA or B.Sc in Psychology, Child Development, Education, Social Work, or a related behavioural science from a recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate
- Admission via CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) or Y-ENTRANCE university test and graduation merit
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; total fee INR 2,10,000 for two years
Yenepoya University M.Sc Child Psychology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,13,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 97,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 2,10,000 |
- Source: Yenepoya 2026-27 fee PDF, M.Sc Psychology (Child specialisation, YSAHS).
- Hostel charges are separate; verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University M.Sc Child Psychology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 Exam | Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 |
| Yenepoya Application Window | June to September 2026; confirm at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Registration End | Jan 25, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 (NTA) Result | April 24, 2026 |
- Admission: CUET-PG 2026 or Y-ENTRANCE score; graduation merit required.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with graduation marksheets and scorecard.
- Final merit list declared after document verification at YIASCM, Mangaluru.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold BA or B.Sc in Psychology, Child Development, Education, Social Work, or a related behavioural science from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
- A valid CUET-PG 2026 score (NTA) or Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) score is required. Merit-based direct admission may also be available; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Appear in CUET-PG 2026 (exam: Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026) conducted by NTA, or register for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with graduation marksheets, CUET-PG or Y-ENTRANCE scorecard, and supporting documents.
- Merit list is declared based on entrance score and graduation marks; shortlisted candidates receive an admission offer.
- Pay the Year 1 fee of INR 1,13,000 and complete document verification at YSAHS, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is child psychologist, developmental counsellor, or child welfare specialist
- Background in BA or B.Sc Psychology, Child Development, Social Work, or Education
- Yenepoya’s teaching hospital and YSAHS provide paediatric and child clinical training
- Fee of INR 2.10 Lakhs for a 2-year M.Sc Child Psychology is very affordable
- Planning RCI registration, PhD in developmental psychology, or specialised child therapy practice
✗ Skip if
- RCI-registered clinical practice requires M.Sc Clinical Psychology (not Child Psychology alone)
- Corporate psychology or HR career is the goal; M.Sc Corporate Psychology is a better fit
- Top national psychology institution (NIMHANS, TISS) brand is required for research careers
- Goal is MBBS, paediatric medicine, or nursing; M.Sc Child Psychology is a counselling pathway
Yenepoya University M.Sc Child Psychology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on graduation marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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