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

Ans. The total fee for MA Geography 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 Geography 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 Geography or a related subject with at least 50% marks.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BA, B.Sc, or equivalent degree with Geography 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 Geography at Aliah University covers human geography, physical geography, environmental studies, GIS, cartography, geomorphology, and regional planning. The two-year programme develops spatial analysis and field survey skills and prepares students for roles in urban planning, environmental services, and academia.

Ans. MA Geography graduates from Aliah University can pursue careers as geography lecturer, urban planner, GIS analyst, environmental consultant, and cartographer. They are eligible for UGC-NET in Geography for assistant professor positions. Government roles in survey departments, planning boards, and environmental agencies are also accessible.

Ans. MA Geography 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.