Aliah University Kolkata MA Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for MA Economics at Aliah University is INR 8,600 for the two-year programme, payable as INR 4,300 per year. As a government minority university, Aliah University maintains very affordable postgraduate fees. Hostel charges are payable separately. Confirm current fees with Aliah University admissions before joining.

Ans. Admission to MA Economics at Aliah University is through AUAT 2026 (PG), the Aliah University Admission Test for postgraduate programmes. Candidates apply at aliah.ac.in. Eligibility requires a BA or equivalent graduation in Economics or a related subject with at least 50% marks.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BA, B.Sc, or equivalent degree with Economics as a principal or subsidiary subject from a UGC-recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B). A valid AUAT 2026 PG score is required.

Ans. MA Economics at Aliah University covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, development economics, public policy, and research methodology. The two-year programme builds strong analytical and quantitative skills and prepares students for careers in research, banking, public policy, and academia.

Ans. MA Economics graduates from Aliah University can pursue careers as economist, research analyst, policy analyst, lecturer, and banking professional. They are eligible for UGC-NET in Economics for assistant professor positions. Government and public sector roles in planning, policy, and economic research are also accessible.

Ans. MA Economics students at Aliah University can apply for the WB Aikyashree Scholarship for minority community students through wbmdfcscholarship.in, WB SC/ST and OBC post-matric scholarships via oasis.gov.in, the Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF) for minority postgraduate students via the UGC portal, and the Central Sector Scheme at scholarships.gov.in.