RRBMU MA Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for MA Political Science at RRBMU is INR 12,950 for the full 2-year duration. This is one of the most affordable postgraduate degrees in political science at a recognised state university in Rajasthan. The fee covers both years of the programme and is payable as per the university schedule. Students from reserved categories may further reduce the effective cost through state and central government scholarship schemes.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 45%. Students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories receive a 5% relaxation, requiring a minimum of 40%. Admission is based on graduation merit, and CUET-PG 2026 scores are also accepted for consideration. A background in Political Science at the undergraduate level is preferred, though students from other humanities disciplines may also apply depending on the merit list cutoff.

Ans. CUET-PG is not compulsory for MA Political Science admission at RRBMU. The university primarily admits students based on graduation aggregate through a merit list. Candidates who have appeared in CUET-PG 2026 may submit their scores, which can improve their position in the merit ranking. Students who did not appear in CUET-PG can still apply directly to RRBMU using their graduation marks and follow the university’s direct admission route for postgraduate programmes.

Ans. MA Political Science graduates from RRBMU can pursue careers in civil services by appearing in UPSC or Rajasthan PSC examinations, which include Political Science as an optional paper. Other options include journalism, media, public policy research, social work organisations, and non-governmental organisations working on governance and policy issues. Graduates may also pursue LLB for a career in law, or NET-JRF to become an assistant professor in Political Science at colleges and universities.

Ans. The MA Political Science curriculum at RRBMU covers Indian government and politics, constitutional law, public administration, international relations, political theory including classical and modern thinkers, comparative politics, and regional studies. Students also study topics in South Asian political dynamics, Indian foreign policy, and political economy. The 2-year postgraduate programme follows the academic pattern set by the university and is designed to equip graduates for both academic and professional careers in political and governance domains.

Ans. MA Political Science students at RRBMU can apply for the Rajasthan State Post-Matric Scholarship available to SC/ST/OBC/EWS domicile students through the state portal. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship of INR 12,000 per year is available to top 20 percentile Class XII performers with family income below INR 8 lakh. The PM Scholarship Scheme provides INR 25,000 per year to wards of ex-servicemen. Applications are submitted through scholarships.gov.in or the respective state scholarship portal.