SPPU MA Russian Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 97,000
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 3 LPA
language roles, latest student report
Cutoff
50
SPPU OEE score, merit route
Placement rate
60%
language roles, student report

About SPPU MA Russian Studies

SPPU offers a two-year, full-time MA Russian Studies with 10 seats through SPPU OEE. The course is taught by the Department of Foreign Languages over four semesters, with Russian grammar, translation, literature and culture. The department started in 1949, and Russian has been taught at the university since 1964. SPPU has NAAC A+ and stood #56 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 97,000 and INR 2.40 Lakhs with hostel and living cost. You get a seat through the CCEP entrance route. The qualifying score used here is 50. Student reports put early language roles near INR 3 LPA and 60% of active job seekers placed.

SPPU MA Russian Studies Fees

The total fees with hostel and living cost is INR 2.40 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 97,000. The tuition fees is INR 97,000. You pay the academic fee across two years. SPPU fixes the fee and can change it in the next notice. Hostel and living cost are added only if you take them.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Academic feeINR 97,000Full course, as published
Hostel feeINR 23,400Per year × 2, INR 11,700 a year
Living costINR 1.20 LakhsPer month × 20, INR 6,000 a month
Total, no hostelINR 97,000Full course
Total with hostelINR 2.40 LakhsFull course

SPPU MA Russian Studies Admission Dates

The 2026 OEE test window ended on 13 Jun 2026 and the 2026 intake is past its main admission steps. The 2027 form is expected in Apr 2027. Watch the CCEP portal first, because the merit list and fee date come after the score.

EventDateStatus
SPPU OEE registration, last date to applyApr 2027 to May 2027Tentative
Hall ticket downloadMay 2027Tentative
SPPU OEE examJun 2027Tentative
OEE result and scoreJun 2027Tentative
Department merit list and allotmentJun 2027Tentative
Admission fee paymentJul 2027Tentative
Document check at departmentJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

SPPU MA Russian Studies Eligibility

The main route needs graduation and Special Diploma in Russian with 60% marks. BA Russian also works. You can also use an Advanced Diploma in Russian with at least 500 classroom hours and 60% marks. Keep the diploma proof ready before you fill the form.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeGraduation in any subject
SPPU routeSpecial Diploma in Russian with 60% marks
Other routeAdvanced Diploma in Russian with 500 classroom hours and 60% marks
Direct routeBA with Russian

SPPU MA Russian Studies Admission Process

SPPU CCEP takes the form, OEE score and merit list. You register, write the online entrance test and wait for the department list. If your name appears, you pay the admission fee by the date in the notice. If you miss it, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Register on CCEPFill the campus admission form
2. Write SPPU OEEAnswer the Russian language test
3. Check merit listUse your score and category
4. Pay feePay before the date in the list
5. Check papersBring degree and Russian diploma papers

SPPU MA Russian Studies Cutoff

The score used on this page is 50 and the safer score is 80 for the first list. SPPU admits students by OEE merit and category rules. The exact closing score is not cleanly published for MA Russian, so use the checker as a guide and check the merit list.

CategoryScore rangeRound and year
General50Merit route, 2026
OBC-NCL50Merit route, 2026
SC50Merit route, 2026
ST50Merit route, 2026
EWS50Merit route, 2026

SPPU MA Russian Studies Placements

Student reports put early Russian language roles near INR 3 LPA and active job seeking placement near 60%. Teaching, translation and language support are the usual first jobs. The department profile says alumni work in translation, localising, BPOs and teaching.

MetricValue
Average payINR 3 LPA, student report
Median payINR 2.8 LPA
Highest offerINR 6 LPA
Batch placed60%
RolesTranslation, localising, BPOs and teaching

SPPU MA Russian Studies Scholarships

Four schemes cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 57,000 over the course. MahaDBT fee support gives the biggest waiver for eligible SC, ST, OBC and EWS students. State schemes need category and income papers; Central Sector needs Class 12 merit.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
MahaDBT post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 57,000 over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12INR 40,000 over the course
EWS fee supportEWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 57,000 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, family income below INR 1.5 Lakhs a yearINR 57,000 over the course

SPPU MA Russian Studies Ranking

SPPU stood #56 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and #91 in NIRF Overall ranking 2025, with NAAC A+. NIRF ranks the university on teaching, research, graduation result, outreach and perception. NAAC grades the full university.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#56
NIRF Overall2025#91
NAAC2017A+

SPPU MA Russian Studies Course Structure

Semester 1 starts with grammar and text reading, and semester 4 ends with higher reading, translation and project work. The OEE syllabus itself tests grammar, language skills, texts, literature and Russian culture. You need steady reading practice every week.

SemesterWhat you study
Semester 1Grammar, cases and text reading
Semester 2Verbs, translation and language skills
Semester 3Literature, culture and history
Semester 4Advanced reading and project work

SPPU MA Russian Studies Seats and Intake

The course has 10 seats and follows SPPU reservation rules. The small batch helps students get more speaking practice. It also means one missed date can close the chance quickly, so keep the portal login and papers ready.

ItemDetail
Total seats10
DepartmentForeign Languages
ModeFull-time on campus
Admission routeSPPU OEE and merit list

Should you pick MA Russian Studies at SPPU?

This course suits students who already know Russian and want language work or research.

Pick it if:
You want Russian language work: alumni work in translation, localising, BPOs and teaching, as the department profile says.
You already have Russian training: the course expects Special Diploma or BA Russian, so beginners should not start here.
Your score is near the list: only 10 seats are printed, so apply early and keep papers ready.
You need a low fee: the full course fee is INR 97,000 before hostel and living cost.
Skip it if:
You want campus jobs in big numbers: language roles are fewer than engineering jobs, so you must build your own work samples.
You are new to Russian: the entrance syllabus tests grammar, texts, literature and culture at advanced level.
You cannot wait for merit lists: fee payment comes after the department list and a missed date can cost the seat.
You need a high first salary: the average pay used here is INR 3 LPA, so plan higher study or side projects.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you already read Russian and want language work. If you need a high salary fast, keep a job-linked course above it.
MA Russian Studies Eligibility▾
Graduation marks: Graduation plus Special Diploma in Russian with 60% marks, or BA Russian.
Diploma route: Advanced Diploma in Russian with 500 classroom hours and 60% marks also counts.
Exam needed: A SPPU OEE rank. score decides the Second Merit seats.
Open Merit quota: Reservations follow SPPU and Maharashtra rules for the department seats.
MA Russian Studies Admission Process▾
Write SPPU OEE: The entrance test is centre-based online and carries course questions.
Register on SPPU CCEP: SPPU CCEP (the campus admission portal) allots every seat here.
Fill the form: Choose MA Russian Studies and upload the papers the portal asks for.
Pay the admission fee: Pay within the date in the merit notice or you lose the seat.
Report to the department: Bring original marksheets and Russian diploma papers for checking.

MA Russian Studies Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Apr 2027 to May 2027
SPPU OEE registration
Fill the CCEP form and submit before the last date to apply.
Tentative
May 2027
Hall ticket download
Download it from the CCEP login before the test.
Tentative
Jun 2027
SPPU OEE exam
Write the centre-based online test for MA Russian Studies.
Tentative
Jun 2027
OEE result and score
The score decides your place in the merit list.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Department merit list and allotment
Check your name, category and admission instructions.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Document check at department
Bring degree marksheets and Russian diploma proof.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
The semester starts after fee payment and document check.

Source: SPPU CCEP admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

SPPU MA Russian Studies Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Academic fee
Full course, as published
INR 97,000
Add hostel + living
Hostel fee
Per year × 2, INR 11,700 a year
INR 23,400
Living cost
Per month × 20, INR 6,000 a month
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 97,000
2 years · academic fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 2.40 Lakhs
2 years · academic fee + hostel and living cost
Education loan EMI
INR 1,635
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
309%
average first-year pay INR 3 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 4,053
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
125%
average first-year pay INR 3 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at SPPU?

Pick your category and list type. The score ranges use the OEE merit route.

Category
List type
General · Open Merit
80 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 79: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Below 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
General · Second Merit
85 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 84: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Below 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
OBC-NCL · Open Merit
75 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 74: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
OBC-NCL · Second Merit
70 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 69: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
SC · Open Merit
65 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 64: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
SC · Second Merit
60 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 59: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
ST · Open Merit
55 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 54: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
ST · Second Merit
52 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 51: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Below 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
EWS · Open Merit
58 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 57: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
EWS · Second Merit
54 or better: yes, you are in. Keep your papers ready.
50 to 53: almost there. A later list can still help if seats are left.
Worse than 50: not this year. Wait for another list only if the department announces one.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The Round 1 close is the safe number. The Merit list close only helps if you keep the choice floated to the end.

Savitribai Phule Pune University MA Russian Studies Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

MahaDBT post-matric scholarship
INR 57,000
Maharashtra social justice department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in GraduationApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
EWS tuition waiver
INR 57,000
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 57,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 1.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 57,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 97,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0

Savitribai Phule Pune University MA Russian Studies vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Savitribai Phule Pune University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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In short
If you are choosing between JNU and SPPU, ask JNU for the exact course fee, seats and pay first. Keep SPPU higher until those numbers are clear.
In short
If Delhi University publishes a clear MA Russian sheet, compare it with SPPU before you lock choices. Without that sheet, use SPPU as the checked option.
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If EFLU is on your list, check its Russian Studies fee and seats from its own notice. Pick SPPU first when you need a verified seat count.
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If Mumbai University gives a confirmed course sheet, compare fee and pay before you decide. Keep SPPU higher when you want a verified CCEP route.
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If BHU is your backup, check its Russian course fee and seat count first. Take SPPU when the CCEP merit list gives you this seat.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on SPPU MA Russian Studies

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MA Russian Studies at SPPU worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you already know Russian and want language work. The full fee without hostel is INR 97,000, and the pay figure used here is INR 3 LPA. Keep the fee low, build translation samples, and use the scholarship block if you qualify.
Should I take this course if my OEE score is near 50?▾
It depends on the merit list and category. The page uses 50 as the minimum guide, but only 10 seats are printed for the course. Apply, check every list, and keep another course ready if your name is not in the first list.
What job can I get after MA Russian Studies?▾
The usual first jobs are translation, localising, BPO language support and teaching. The department profile says Russian alumni work in these areas. Use the two years to build samples, reading depth and spoken fluency, because the degree alone will not get every job.
Who should pick this course at SPPU?▾
Pick it if you have Russian training already and want a low-fee public university. The course has 10 seats and a full-time format. It suits students who can read regularly and want translation, teaching, research or language-service work after the degree.
Who should skip MA Russian Studies here?▾
Skip it if you are a beginner in Russian or need a high salary quickly. The OEE syllabus tests advanced grammar, texts, literature and culture. If you need a job-linked course with large campus hiring, choose that first and keep Russian as a certificate skill.
Is this course good for higher studies or research?▾
Yes, if you use the department well. Russian has been taught at the university since 1964, and the section has research work and dictionaries in its profile. Pick a topic early, read every week, and ask the department about project guidance.
Should I wait a year for a better score?▾
Wait only if your Russian level is not ready. The course has 10 seats, so a small score rise may not be enough. If you already meet the eligibility route and can score near the safe range, apply now and improve your translation portfolio.
Is Pune the right city for Russian language work?▾
Pune is useful if you want a university setting and lower living cost than bigger metros. The department has long-running language courses and alumni in teaching and localising. Still, jobs may need remote work or moving later, so build contacts during the course.
How do I get admission to MA Russian Studies at SPPU?▾
Register on the SPPU CCEP portal, write the Online Entrance Exam and check the department merit list. You need graduation plus the Russian qualification route printed in the eligibility block. If your name appears, pay the fee and complete document checking by the listed date.
What is the full fee for MA Russian Studies?▾
The full course fee used here is INR 97,000 without hostel. With hostel and living cost, the estimate is INR 2.40 Lakhs. Use the fee toggle above to see the added cost, and confirm the latest fee on the SPPU portal before paying.
Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾
Yes, if your category and income fit the scheme. MahaDBT and Central Sector options can cut INR 40,000 to INR 57,000 in this page estimate. Keep income, caste or EWS papers ready before the portal opens, because late papers can block the claim.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Usually you pay by the date in the admission notice. The page uses INR 97,000 as the full academic fee, so plan that amount before the merit list. If you need a smaller split, ask the department in writing before the payment date.

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