Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Master of Arts (MA) in Political Science through its Department of Arts and Humanities, Faculty of Arts and Humanities. The two-year full-time postgraduate programme covers political theory, Indian government and politics, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, public policy analysis, constitutional law, political sociology, democratic theory, and research methodology in social sciences. Admission is through MDUCET-PG or CUET-PG; any graduate with a minimum of 50 percent marks is eligible. The total programme fee is INR 1,21,500 for the two-year duration. Graduates are prepared for careers as civil services officer in civil services, policy and governance, journalism, academic research, international organisations, and non-governmental organisations.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; MDUCET-PG 2026 and CUET-PG 2026 were conducted in March to April 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for June to July 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU offers MA Political Science as a two-year full-time postgraduate programme recognised by UGC; the curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical application.
- The programme is delivered by the Department of Arts and Humanities, covering political theory, Indian government and politics, and comparative politics.
- Total programme fee is INR 1,21,500 for the two-year duration (INR 45,000 per year tuition plus annual charges and one-time fees); hostel charges are separate.
MDU MA Political Science Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 45,000 |
| Annual Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 7,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (2-Year Programme) | INR 1,21,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 45,000 is payable each year for two years; total tuition over the programme is INR 90,000.
- Other annual charges of INR 7,000 per year cover examination, ERP, and library fees; total over two years is INR 14,000.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees; optional on-campus accommodation is available at the Selaqui campus in Dehradun.
MDU MA Political Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| MDUCET-PG / CUET-PG 2026 | March to April 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | May to June 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 | February 2026 | March 13 to 31, 2026 | May 2026 |
| MDUCET-PG 2026 | February 2026 | April to May 2026 | May to June 2026 |
- Admission to MA programmes at MDU is merit-based through MDUCET-PG or CUET-PG; candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- Candidates from any relevant undergraduate stream are eligible; those with a UG background in the related humanities or social science discipline are at an advantage.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original graduation mark sheets, pass certificate, entrance scorecard, and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat matrix are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed a Bachelor’s degree (BA, B.Sc, or equivalent) from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. Candidates with a BA in Political Science, Public Administration, or a related social science discipline have a strong foundational advantage; graduates from other humanities streams with an interest in governance and public affairs are also eligible.
- Candidates from any undergraduate stream are eligible for MA admission at MDU; relevant discipline background is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Entrance examinations: MDUCET-PG or CUET-PG. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with graduation aggregate.
- Candidates appearing in their final year of graduation may apply provisionally; final admission is confirmed on submission of the degree certificate with minimum qualifying marks.
Admission Process
- Register on the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and fill the MA Political Science application form; enter MDUCET-PG or CUET-PG score and graduation details.
- Pay the application processing fee and submit before the April 2026 deadline; upload graduation mark sheets, pass certificate, and entrance scorecard.
- Merit lists based on MDUCET-PG or CUET-PG score and graduation aggregate are published on maya.edu.in; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in June to July 2026; carry original graduation certificates, entrance scorecard, and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm enrolment. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year commence in August 2026.
MDU MA Political Science Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MDU Merit Scholarship | Up to 50% of tuition fee | Based on MDUCET-PG score; candidates scoring 95 percentile and above receive maximum scholarship |
| CUET-PG Merit Scholarship | 30 to 50% of tuition fee | Candidates admitted on the basis of CUET-PG scores |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | All female students at MDU; automatically applied at the time of admission |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel |
| Uttarakhand Domicile Scholarship | 25% of tuition fee | Students who are domicile of Uttarakhand under Uttarakhand Private Universities Act |
- Merit scholarships are contingent on maintaining a minimum of 80 percent attendance per semester and clearing all semester examinations without backlogs on the first attempt.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
- Uttarakhand domicile students receive a 25 percent tuition scholarship under the Uttarakhand Private Universities Act; this is applied directly at the time of admission.
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