GNDU MA Religious Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (graduation in any discipline from a recognised university) from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). A valid CUET-PG score is the primary route for admission to MA Religious Studies at GNDU Amritsar. Apply online at gnduadmissions.org before the announced deadline.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MA Religious Studies at GNDU Amritsar is INR 49,690, payable at INR 24,845 per year (Semester 1: INR 24,845, Semester 2: Nil). Examination fees are charged separately each semester. SC/ST Punjab domicile students may avail post-matric scholarship at scholarships.gov.in to offset a significant portion of the fees.

Ans. Graduates of MA Religious Studies from GNDU Amritsar can pursue careers as Religion teacher, researcher, social welfare worker, religious institution administrator. Sectors include Teaching, religious institutions, social research, NGOs, civil services, and content development are primary career destinations. Further studies: PhD in Guru Nanak Studies or Religious Studies at GNDU, UGC-NET for college teaching.

Ans. GNDU Amritsar is a NAAC A++ state university with UGC Category I status and one of Punjab’s leading public universities. The Department of Guru Nanak Studies has experienced faculty and a track record in producing alumni in government services and research. The UGC-recognised MA Religious Studies degree and relatively low fee make it a strong choice for students targeting government roles and PhD research in North India.

Ans. CUET-PG is the primary route for MA admission at GNDU Amritsar, consistent with UGC guidelines for public universities. Candidates who appear for CUET-PG can use their score for MA Religious Studies admission. GNDU may also consider merit in the qualifying degree for seats not filled through CUET-PG. Check gnduadmissions.org for the final admission policy each year.

Ans. Yes, MA Religious Studies graduates from GNDU can apply for PhD admission in the relevant department. GNDU Amritsar runs doctoral research programmes across all major arts and social science departments. Graduates with NET or JRF qualification are given preference for campus PhD admission. Passing UGC-NET also qualifies graduates to teach at colleges in the relevant subject.