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The Master of Arts in History at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune, is a 2-year postgraduate programme offered by the Nehru Institute of Social Sciences (NISS) under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Spread across four semesters with a semester and credit system, the programme provides comprehensive knowledge of historical concepts, theories, historiography, and interdisciplinary approaches to history. The course covers Core History subjects, inter-disciplinary subjects, and electives, helping students understand the relationship of History with other disciplines. Admission is merit-based with no entrance examination required. The total programme fee for 2026-27 is Rs. 51,000 for Indian students, making it one of the most affordable MA History programmes in Pune. The programme is offered in regular (full-time, on-campus) mode at the Sadashiv Peth campus of TMV.

Admissions for the 2027-28 academic year are expected to open in July-August 2027, with the last date for regular students being August 31 (without late fee) and September 30 (with late fee). For the 2026-27 batch, admissions are already closed. The programme is popular among students aspiring to careers in teaching, civil services (UPSC, MPSC), museums, archives, archaeology, and historical research.

Key Points

The programme is offered under the Nehru Institute of Social Sciences (NISS), which also offers MA in Economics, Political Science, and Sociology.
The curriculum follows a 60:40 pattern — 60 marks for theory examination and 40 marks for internal assessment/assignments.
The passing criteria is 40% in both internal and external evaluation.
The programme covers historiography, ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history, world history, and interdisciplinary electives.
Research Methodology and Research Project are integral components of the curriculum under NEP-2020.
On-Job Training (OJT)/Field Project is a compulsory component, providing practical exposure.
A plagiarism check fee of Rs. 500 is charged separately for the research project.
TMV is a NAAC re-accredited (Second Cycle) university with a "B++" grade and over 100 years of academic legacy.

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TMV MA (History) Fees

The MA (History) programme at TMV is one of the most affordable postgraduate History courses in Pune. For the 2026-27 batch, the total programme fee is Rs. 51,000 for Indian students, with Year 1 costing Rs. 25,000 and Year 2 costing Rs. 26,000. A refundable Library Deposit of Rs. 2,000 is collected separately. The official fee structure is as follows:

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Eligibility Fee	1,000	-	1,000
Admission Fee	1,000	1,000	2,000
Examination Fee	3,000	3,000	6,000
Tuition Fee	19,500	21,500	41,000
Library Fee	500	500	1,000
Total Fees	25,000	26,000	51,000

Library Deposit: Rs. 2,000 (refundable at the time of leaving the institution).
Plagiarism Check Fee: Rs. 500 (charged separately for the research project).
Foreign students are charged a higher fee: Year 1 Rs. 50,000 and Year 2 Rs. 52,000 (Total Rs. 1,02,000).
Fees are subject to revision each academic year.
TMV has a hostel on campus with a refundable deposit of Rs. 5,000; hostel is not mandatory for this programme.

TMV MA (History) Admission 2027

Admission to the MA (History) programme at TMV is merit-based, with no entrance examination required. Candidates must be graduates in any faculty from a recognised university. Applications are submitted online through the TMV Admission Portal (tmv.academydesk.com). Admissions open in July-August each year, with the last date for regular students being August 31 (without late fee) and September 30 (with late fee).

TMV MA (History) Admission Dates

Event	Date (Tentative)
Application Start Date	July 2027
Application Last Date (Without Late Fee)	August 31, 2027
Application Last Date (With Late Fee)	September 30, 2027
Merit List / Seat Allotment	August - October 2027
Commencement of Classes	July - August 2027

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
CUET PG 2027	Registration Start	December 14, 2026
CUET PG 2027	Registration End	January 25, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Admit Card	March 3, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Exam Date	March 6 - March 27, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Result	May 6, 2027

Note: TMV's MA (History) admission is merit-based and does not mandatorily require CUET PG. Candidates are advised to verify the latest admission notification on the official TMV website (tmv.edu.in).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Any graduate in any faculty from a recognised statutory university or UGC-recognised institution.
A minimum of 50% marks at the graduation level is generally required (45% for reserved category candidates).
Foreign students must fulfil additional technical requirements (Visa, Medical Certificate, Passport, Police Registration Papers).

Admission Process:

Visit the official TMV Admission Portal at tmv.academydesk.com and register.
Fill in the online application form and upload required documents (graduation mark sheets, passing certificate, school leaving certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and passport-size photographs).
Submit the application form online or in person at the TMV/NISS office.
A merit list is prepared based on graduation marks.
Selected candidates complete document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
Classes commence as per the academic calendar, typically in July-August.

TMV MA (History) Scholarships 2027

TMV does not offer exclusive institutional scholarships for the MA (History) programme. Students can avail of various government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and MahaDBT. Students interested in historical research may also explore fellowships from the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR).

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application Portal
Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition and other fees (varies by state norms)	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
MahaDBT - Post Matric Scholarship (OBC/SBC/VJNT)	OBC/SBC/VJNT students from Maharashtra	Covers tuition fees as per government norms	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship (Merit-based)	Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh p.a.; top 20 percentile in Class 12	Rs. 10,000 per annum (PG level)	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship	Minority community students with family income below Rs. 2 lakh p.a.	Covers maintenance and tuition fees	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
ICHR Research Fellowship	Students pursuing research in Indian history and culture	Varies (project-based grants)	ichr.ac.in

Application deadlines for NSP scholarships are typically between October and December each year.
MahaDBT applications open annually; students must apply fresh each year.
ICHR fellowships are competitive and require a separate application process; students are advised to check the ICHR website for current opportunities.

TMV MA (History) FAQs

Ques. Is a background in History mandatory to apply for MA History at TMV, or can students from other streams apply?

Ans. No, a background in History is not mandatory. The eligibility criteria allow any graduate in any faculty from a recognised university to apply. Students from B.Com, B.Sc, BA (other subjects), or any other background can apply. This makes the programme accessible to students from diverse academic backgrounds who wish to pursue historical studies at the postgraduate level.

Ques. What is the difference between MA History (Regular) and MA History (External) at TMV?

Ans. TMV offers MA History in both Regular (full-time, on-campus) and External (distance/correspondence) modes. The Regular mode requires physical attendance at the Sadashiv Peth campus, with structured classroom teaching, internal assessments, and OJT. The External mode is for students who cannot attend classes regularly and involves self-study with periodic examinations. The Regular mode is more comprehensive and preferred for students seeking academic depth, research exposure, and campus experience.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MA History from TMV?

Ans. Graduates of MA History from TMV can pursue careers as History teachers and professors in schools and colleges (after qualifying SET/NET), civil servants through UPSC and MPSC examinations, historians and researchers in academic institutions, archaeologists and museologists in government museums and the Archaeological Survey of India, archivists and librarians, tourist guides and heritage consultants, and translators of historical texts. The degree also qualifies graduates to pursue Ph.D. in History at TMV or other universities.

Ques. Does the MA History programme at TMV include any practical or field components?

Ans. Yes. Under NEP-2020 guidelines, the MA History programme at TMV includes On-Job Training (OJT)/Field Project as a compulsory component. Students typically undertake field visits to historical sites, museums, archives, or research organisations. A Research Project is also a mandatory component, training students in historical research methodology and academic writing. The plagiarism check fee of Rs. 500 is charged separately for the research project.

Ques. What is the academic calendar for MA History at TMV? When do semesters start and end?

Ans. Admissions for MA History open in July-August each year, with the last date for regular students being August 31 (without late fee) and September 30 (with late fee). The programme follows a semester pattern: Semester I runs from approximately June-July to December, and Semester II runs from January to April-May. Students are advised to check the official TMV website for the exact academic calendar for the relevant year.

Ques. Is the MA History degree from TMV recognised for government jobs, SET/NET, and higher studies?

Ans. Yes. TMV is a UGC-recognised Deemed University, and its MA History degree is fully recognised for government jobs, SET/NET eligibility for teaching positions, competitive examinations (UPSC, MPSC), and Ph.D. admissions. Graduates can apply for positions in the Archaeological Survey of India, National Archives, state museums, and other government bodies. The degree is also accepted for Ph.D. admissions at TMV and other recognised universities across India.

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