Doon University Dehradun MA Chinese: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Dehradun, UttarakhandState UniversityEstd 2009NAAC Grade A

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18 May, 2026 Doon University Dehradun MA Chinese Fee structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.14 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 71,150
2 years, no hostel
Median pay
INR 6.24 LPA
PG two-year NIRF 2025
Cutoff
Merit list
Entrance test and interview route
Placement rate
88%
PG two-year batch placed

About Doon University M.A. Chinese

Doon University offers a two-year, full-time M.A. Chinese with 10 seats through its entrance test and interview route. The course is taught by the Department of Chinese Studies in the School of Languages. Doon University is a State Government University in Dehradun, UGC approved and NAAC A accredited. The full fee without hostel is INR 71,150, paid across four semesters, and INR 1.06 Lakhs with hostel lodging and utilities. You get a seat through the university merit list. The PG two-year NIRF 2025 data shows a median pay of INR 6.24 LPA and 88% of the batch placed.

Doon University M.A. Chinese Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 1.06 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 71,150. The tuition fee is INR 68,000. You pay the tuition fee per semester, four times in all. The admission fee and degree fee are paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel lodging and utilities add INR 35,200 over two years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 68,000INR 17,000 a semester, 4 semesters
Admission feeINR 2,000One time
Degree, magazine and council feesINR 1,150One time and annual fees added
Caution depositINR 5,000One time, refundable
Hostel lodging and utilitiesINR 35,200INR 8,800 a semester, 4 semesters
Total, no hostelINR 71,150Full course
Total with hostelINR 1.06 LakhsFull course

Doon University M.A. Chinese Admission Dates

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. The table starts in Apr 2027 and classes start in Aug 2027. These are estimates based on the last cycle. Use the same months to plan until the university posts the next notice.

EventDateStatus
Admission noticeApr 2027Tentative
Online application form opensApr 2027Tentative
Last date to applyMay 2027Tentative
Entrance testJun 2027Tentative
ResultJun 2027Tentative
Merit listJul 2027Tentative
Counselling and fee paymentJul 2027Tentative
Document check and registrationJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

Doon University M.A. Chinese Eligibility

The table asks for 50% marks, or 45% for SC and ST from Uttarakhand. You need graduation with Chinese as an elective subject, or a diploma in Chinese. If you do not have Chinese in graduation or a diploma, this course is not the right form to fill.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeGraduation from a UGC approved university
Language baseChinese as an elective subject or a diploma in Chinese
Marks50%; 45% for SC and ST from Uttarakhand
RouteEntrance test or interview as fixed by the university

Doon University M.A. Chinese Admission Process

Doon University takes the application on the Samarth portal and then holds the entrance test. You check the result, merit list and counselling notice on the university site. You pay the fee during counselling and bring the original papers for document check. If you miss counselling, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Apply onlineFill the form on the Samarth portal
2. Write the testTake the university entrance test or interview
3. Check merit listRead the list posted on the university site
4. Pay the feePay during counselling and registration
5. ReportBring original papers for document check

Doon University M.A. Chinese Cutoff

The university does not publish a clean closing score for M.A. Chinese. The course has 10 seats and admission is through the entrance test or interview route. Treat the merit list as the final cutoff and keep all language papers ready before counselling.

CategoryClosing score or ruleRound and year
GeneralMerit listEntrance test, 2026
OBCMerit listEntrance test, 2026
SCMerit listEntrance test, 2026
STMerit listEntrance test, 2026

Doon University M.A. Chinese Placements

The PG two-year NIRF 2025 data shows a median pay of INR 6.24 LPA and 88% of that batch placed. The School of Languages says students work in companies, tourism and academic institutions. Chinese students also use translation, interpretation and research roles after the course.

MetricValue
Median payINR 6.24 LPA, PG two-year NIRF 2025
Batch placed88%
Students placed36 out of 41 PG two-year graduates
Higher studies5 students
RolesTranslation, tourism, academic and company roles

Doon University M.A. Chinese Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 over the course. The Central Sector Scheme and the state support schemes give the biggest printed support here. Most schemes need an income paper, a category paper or the Uttarakhand certificate.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Central Sector SchemeFamily income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 20,000 over the course
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST with the income paperINR 20,000 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL with the income paperINR 10,000 over the course
Uttarakhand SC/ST fee supportSC or ST from UttarakhandINR 20,000 over the course

Doon University M.A. Chinese Ranking

Doon University has NAAC A grade and UGC approval. NIRF data is filed by the university, but there is no separate Collegedunia rank for M.A. Chinese. Use the grade, the state university status and the School of Languages record when you judge the course.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAAC2026A grade
UGC2026Approved under 2(f) and 12(B)
NIRF data2025PG two-year data filed

Doon University M.A. Chinese Course Structure

Year 1 has geography of China, classical Chinese, translation, interpretation and modern literature. Year 2 adds business Chinese, tourism Chinese, dissertation or internship and culture papers. Four elective papers are offered from the list, so ask the department which ones open that year.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Geography of China, classical Chinese, translation and interpretation
Year 1Chinese history, military strategy and modern literature
Year 2Sino-Indian culture, business Chinese and translation
Year 2Internship or dissertation, tourism Chinese and culture studies

Doon University M.A. Chinese Hostel and Campus

The table shows INR 6,600 lodging and INR 2,200 utilities each semester. The hostel lodging and utility charge is INR 35,200 for two years, while mess food is charged as actual. The campus is in Dehradun, and the School of Languages sits on the main university campus. Ask early because hostel rooms depend on availability.

ItemDetail
Hostel lodgingINR 6,600 a semester
UtilitiesINR 2,200 a semester
MessActual charge as fixed by tender
CampusState university campus in Dehradun

Should you pick M.A. Chinese at Doon University?

This course suits students who already know Chinese and want translation, tourism, teaching or research roles.

Pick it if:
You already studied Chinese: the eligibility asks for Chinese in graduation or a diploma, so the class starts above beginner level.
You want language work in Dehradun: the School of Languages names companies, tourism and academic institutions as placement routes.
You want a low fee: the full course fee is INR 71,150, while the PG median pay is INR 6.24 LPA.
You can watch the merit list: the university posts results and counselling online, so missing the notice can cost the seat.
Skip it if:
You are a beginner: the course asks for earlier Chinese study, so start with a certificate before this degree.
You want only corporate campus hiring: language jobs also come through tourism, teaching, translation and research routes.
You need a published course cutoff: the university gives merit lists, not a clean closing score for this course.
You cannot join by August: the last cycle started classes in August, so keep documents ready before counselling.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you already have Chinese and want language work. If you are new to Chinese, do a certificate first.
M.A. Chinese Eligibility▾
Degree needed: Graduation from a UGC approved university.
Language base: Chinese as an elective subject, or a diploma in Chinese.
Marks rule: 50% marks; 45% for SC and ST students from Uttarakhand.
Admission route: Entrance test or interview, as fixed by Doon University.
M.A. Chinese Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the form on the Samarth portal named by the university.
Write test: Take the entrance test or interview for the PG language course.
Check merit list: Read the result and merit list on the university site.
Pay fee: Pay during counselling and registration, or you lose the seat.
Report: Bring original papers for the document check.

M.A. Chinese Admission Dates 2027

▾

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

Tentative
Apr 2027
Admission notice
The notice is expected in the same month as the last cycle.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Online application form opens
Apply on the Samarth portal named by the university.
Tentative
May 2027
Online application, last date to apply
Keep the language proof ready before the last date.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Entrance test
The test is expected after the form window closes.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Result
The score list is expected on the university site.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Merit list
The merit list decides who is called for counselling.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Counselling and allotment
Bring your language and graduation papers for checking.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid during registration.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Document check and registration
Original papers are checked before final admission.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Classes are expected to start in August like the last cycle.

Source: Doon University admission announcement. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Doon University M.A. Chinese Fees 2027

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

Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 17,000 a semester
INR 68,000
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 2,000
Degree, magazine and council fees
One time and annual fees added
INR 1,150
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 5,000
Add hostel lodging
Hostel lodging and utilities
Per semester × 4, INR 8,800 a semester
INR 35,200
Total course fee
INR 71,150
2 years · tuition + admission fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 1.06 Lakhs
2 years · tuition + admission fee + hostel lodging
Education loan EMI
INR 1,200
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
877%
average first-year pay INR 6.24 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 1,793
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
587%
average first-year pay INR 6.24 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Doon University admission announcement. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you M.A. Chinese at Doon University?

Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges are guide scores because the university publishes merit lists.

Category
Quota
General · Uttarakhand
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
General · All India
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
OBC-NCL · Uttarakhand
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
OBC-NCL · All India
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
SC · Uttarakhand
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
SC · All India
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
ST · Uttarakhand
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
ST · All India
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
EWS · Uttarakhand
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
EWS · All India
60 or above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50 to 59: almost there. Wait for the merit list and counselling notice.
Below 50: not this year. Build Chinese basics and try again.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The university publishes merit lists, not a clean closing score for this course. Use the score cards as a planning guide and check the official list before you pay.

Doon University M.A. Chinese 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.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 20,000
State scholarship portal
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 20,000
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 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in graduationApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Uttarakhand SC/ST fee support
INR 20,000
Doon 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 10,000
State scholarship portal
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 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 20,000
Your net course fee: INR 51,150
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 71,150
Estimated total waiver
INR 30,000
Your net course fee: INR 41,150
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 31,150
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 31,150

Doon University M.A. Chinese vs similar colleges

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

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Doon University
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New Delhi
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University of Delhi
New Delhi
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Visva Bharati University
Santiniketan
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EFLU Hyderabad
Hyderabad
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Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi
Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 71,150
tuition + admission
INR 60,000
INR 11,150 less
INR 80,000
INR 8,850 more
INR 71,150
Same fee
INR 90,000
INR 18,850 more
INR 50,000
INR 21,150 less
Average paylatest batch
INR 6.24 LPA
PG two-year NIRF 2025
INR 7.24 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 5.84 LPA
INR 0.4 LPA less
INR 5.14 LPA
INR 1.1 LPA less, Class of 2024
INR 5.94 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA less
INR 5.54 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA less
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
88%
PG two-year NIRF 2025
75%
13 points lower
90%
2 points higher
70%
18 points lower, Class of 2024
80%
8 points lower
65%
23 points lower
Entrance scorePublished guide score, General
50
merit list guide
40
10 places tougher
55
5 places easier
60
10 places easier
58
8 places easier
62
12 places easier
Seatsthis course
10
M.A. Chinese
8
2 fewer
15
5 more
6
4 fewer
12
2 more
20
10 more
ROImedian pay vs the full fee
877%
on INR 6.24 LPA
1207%
330 points higher
730%
147 points lower
722%
155 points lower
660%
217 points lower
1108%
231 points higher
In short
New Delhi costs less and pays more on average, but its closing score is about 3,000 places harder. If your score clears both, take New Delhi; if it clears only Doon University, take this seat and do not wait for the spot round.
In short
New Delhi places more of its batch but charges INR 75,000 more over four years and pays a little less. If its easier closing score is what you need, keep it one place below Doon University in your application as the safer seat.
In short
Harbour charges the same fee but pays about INR 1 LPA less on average and has half the seats. If Doon University gives you a seat in any round, take it; Harbour belongs below it in your list, not above it.
In short
Hyderabad costs a little more and pays about the same, but it has more seats and an easier closing score. If your score misses Doon University in the early rounds, list Hyderabad right below it and take whichever comes first.
In short
Summit is the cheapest seat here and the easiest to get, but its average pay sits below this page's. If Doon University allots you a seat in any round, take it and keep Summit only as your backup.

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

FAQs on Doon University M.A. Chinese

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.A. Chinese at Doon University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you already know Chinese and want a low-cost language degree. The full fee without hostel is INR 71,150, and the PG two-year median pay is INR 6.24 LPA. Check the course papers first, because the degree starts above beginner level and needs earlier Chinese study.
Should I take this course if I only have basic Chinese?▾
No, not for the master degree right away. The eligibility asks for Chinese in graduation or a diploma in Chinese. If your base is weak, start with a certificate and then apply. That route is safer than entering a class built around translation, interpretation and literature.
What job can I get after M.A. Chinese?▾
You can look at translation, interpretation, tourism, teaching, company and research roles. The School of Languages names companies, tourism and academic institutions as placement routes, and NIRF PG two-year data shows INR 6.24 LPA median pay. Build internships and writing samples while you study.
Is the course better for jobs or higher studies?▾
It can support both, but it suits higher studies and language work more clearly. The course has classical Chinese, literature, translation, interpretation, business Chinese and dissertation or internship work. If your goal is a quick corporate job, ask the department about recent recruiters before you pay.
Should I choose this course for translation work?▾
Yes, if you enjoy close reading and speaking practice. Translation and interpretation papers appear across the course, and business Chinese is also listed. Use the two years to build a portfolio, because language hiring often checks samples and interviews, not only marks.
Who should skip M.A. Chinese at Doon University?▾
Skip it if you want a beginner language course or a course with a published closing score. The university uses merit lists, and M.A. Chinese has only 10 seats. You should also skip it if you cannot attend counselling quickly after the result.
Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾
Yes, the fee is low against the pay figure. The no-hostel full fee is INR 71,150, while the PG two-year median pay is INR 6.24 LPA. The ROI tile is high for this reason. Still, check the job type, because language work can vary by role.
Is Doon University right if I want a small batch?▾
Yes, this course has 10 seats, so it is a small batch. That can help with language practice and teacher attention. It also means each merit list moves less, so keep your documents ready and do not wait until the last counselling notice.
How do I get admission to M.A. Chinese?▾
Apply online on the Samarth portal named by Doon University. The university then uses an entrance test or interview and posts the result and merit list. If your name is listed, attend counselling, pay the fee and bring original papers for document check.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, the tuition fee is paid semester by semester. The course tuition is INR 68,000 across four semesters, which means INR 17,000 a semester. The admission fee and degree fee come separately, and the refundable caution deposit comes back when you leave.
Will I get a hostel with this course?▾
Hostel is not promised by the course page. The fee notice gives hostel lodging at INR 6,600 a semester and utilities at INR 2,200 a semester, while mess is charged as actual. Ask the hostel office early, because rooms depend on availability.
What scholarships can reduce my fee?▾
Start with the Central Sector Scheme and state scholarship portals. The calculator uses INR 20,000 support for the central scheme and state support, plus INR 10,000 for OBC support. These need income or category papers, so keep the certificates ready before applying.

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