CSMU BA {Hons.} Public Administration: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, the B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration programme at CSMU is highly relevant for students preparing for UPSC Civil Services and MPSC examinations. The curriculum covers topics such as public administration theory, governance, public policy, administrative law, and comparative public administration, which directly overlap with the UPSC General Studies and optional paper syllabus for Public Administration. Students can use their undergraduate years to build a strong conceptual foundation while simultaneously preparing for competitive exams.

Ans. The B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration is a specialised programme with a focused curriculum in public administration, governance, and policy studies, offering greater depth in the subject. The B.A. General programme, on the other hand, allows students to study multiple subjects across disciplines without a single specialisation. Students who are clear about pursuing public administration, civil services, or policy-related careers are better served by the Hons. programme, while those who want broader exposure may opt for the General programme.

Ans. Yes. CSMU's Department of Humanities offers M.A. in Public Administration as a postgraduate programme. Students who complete B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration at CSMU are eligible to apply for the M.A. programme, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria of a bachelor's degree in the same or related discipline with at least 50-55% aggregate marks. This provides a seamless academic pathway within the university.

Ans. Graduates of B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration can pursue careers in civil services (IAS, IPS, IFS through UPSC), state administrative services (through MPSC in Maharashtra), public sector undertakings, NGOs, policy research organisations, and international organisations. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate studies in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Law to enhance their career prospects. The programme also prepares students for roles in local government bodies and municipal corporations.

Ans. No entrance exam is required for admission to B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration at CSMU. Admission is based on merit in the 10+2 qualifying examination. Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate are eligible to apply. The application is submitted online at mycamu.co.in, and shortlisting is done based on the qualifying examination score.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.A. (Hons.) Public Administration programme at CSMU is Rs. 1,50,000 (Rs. 50,000 per year for 3 years). This includes tuition fee and other fees as per the official fee structure for 2026-27. Additionally, a one-time non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 15,000 is charged at the time of admission, and examination fee of Rs. 1,000 per examination is charged separately. Hostel accommodation is available optionally at an additional cost.