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Master of Arts in Political Science
Duration
- 2 Years
Eligibility
- Graduation in any discipline with 50% and above aggregate marks from a recognized university. Final year students awaiting results may also apply, subject to submission of proof of eligibility by the specified date.
Admission Calendar
- Last date for the submission of Application Form: 28 July 2026
- The two-year, full-time, campus- based M.A. in Political Science, offered by the ICFAI School of Liberal Arts, Jaipur, is a comprehensive postgraduate program designed to impart advanced knowledge of political theory, systems, and processes at both national and international levels.
- The curriculum is carefully structured across four semesters, combining theoretical foundations, applied perspectives, and research orientation.
- In the initial semesters, students study courses such as Political Theory, Ethics and Politics, India and its Neighbours, Political Behaviour, International Political Economy, and Cyber Politics, complemented by electives and an internship. The advanced semesters focus on Research Methods, Conflict and Security Studies, Research Ethics, Field Work, and Review Writing, culminating in a Major Research project.
- Electives offered throughout the program allow students to specialize in areas of their interest, while practical components like internships, field work, and seminars ensure experiential learning.
- By fostering critical perspectives and research-driven inquiry, the program prepares students for academic and research careers, as well as professional roles in governance, policymaking, journalism, and international organizations."
Award of Degree
Students who successfully complete the M.A. program, subject to the regulations of the University, will be awarded the Master of Arts (Political Science) degree by ICFAI University, Jaipur.
| Admission Calendar | |
| Last Date for submission of completed Application Form | 28 July 2026 |
| Interview and Admission Decision | 04 August 2026 |
| Registration | 10 August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | 11 August 2026 |
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2 Year MA Program in Political Science |
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Year-I |
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Semester- II |
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Internship |
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Year-II |
Semester- III |
Semester- IV |
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The program structure is tentative and subject to change, if required.
Note
Exit option: Students who complete two semesters of 44 credits including internship will be awarded Postgraduate Diploma in Political Science.
Proposed Electives for MA Program in Political Science
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State and Politics |
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Semester- I |
Semester- II |
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International Relations |
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Semester- III |
Semester- IIV |
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Students who opt Political Science degree (Hons) must choose two courses from one of the elective streams offered in their VII /VIII semester.
Minor Courses: Broadening Academic Horizons
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Maths |
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AMC111/ BSM111 |
Differential Calculus |
3 |
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AMC121/ BSM112 |
Integral Calculus |
3 |
1 |
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AMC231/ BSM211 |
Abstract Algebra |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC241/ BSM212 |
Ordinary Differential Equation |
3 |
1 |
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AMC351/ BSM221 |
Complex Analysis |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC361/ BSM222 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC471/ |
Number Theory |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC481/ |
Elective I-Mathematical Finance |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC482/ |
Elective II-Biomathematics |
3 |
1 |
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Public Administration |
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AMC111 |
Introduction to Public Administration |
3 |
1 |
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AMC121 |
Indian Government and Administration |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC231 |
Public Personnel Administration in India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC241 |
Comparative Public Administration |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC351 |
Administrative Thinkers |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC361 |
State Administration |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC471 |
Social Welfare Administration |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC481 |
Elective I- Economic Administration in India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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AMC482 |
Elective II- Administrative Law and Governance |
3 |
1 |
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Sociology |
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SMC111 |
Basic Concepts in Sociology - I |
3 |
1 |
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SMC121 |
Basic Concepts in Sociology - II |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC231 |
Perspectives Of Indian Society |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC241 |
Indian Social Structure |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC351 |
Indian Society And Culture |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC361 |
Political Sociology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC471 |
Introduction to Sustainable Development |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC481 |
Elective I- Social Hazards and Development |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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SMC482 |
Elective II- Economic Development, Gender and Sustainability |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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Geography |
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GMC111 |
Physical Basis of Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC121 |
Human Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC231 |
Physical Geography (Climatology and Oceanography) |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC241 |
Economic Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC351 |
Geography of India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC361 |
Regional Development and Planning |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC471 |
Political Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC481 |
Elective I- Industrial Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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GMC482 |
Elective II- Environmental Geography |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HR |
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HMC111 |
Talent Acquisition & Management |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC121 |
Training and Development |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC231 |
HR Analytics |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC241 |
Introduction to Labor Codes |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC351 |
Diversity and Inclusion |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC361 |
Compensation and Benefits |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC471 |
Organizational Development |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC481 |
Elective I- International HRM |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC482 |
Elective II- Technology in HR |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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Minor (English) |
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ENMC111 |
British Literature: 16th century to 17th century |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC121 |
British Literature: 17th Century to 18th Century |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC231 |
British Fiction and Drama: 18th Century |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC241 |
British Romantic Literature |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC351 |
British Literature - 19th Century |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC361 |
British Literature: 20 th Century |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC471 |
Indian Writing in English |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC481 |
Elective I- World Literature |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ENMC482 |
Elective II- American Literature |
3 |
1 |
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Psychology |
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PYMC111 |
Introduction to Psychology-I |
3 |
1 |
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PYMC121 |
Introduction to Psychology-II |
3 |
1 |
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PYMC231 |
Social Psychology |
3 |
1 |
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PYMC241 |
Developmental Psychology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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PYMC351 |
Indian Psychology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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PYMC361 |
Industrial/ Organizational Psychology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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PYMC471 |
Cognitive Psychology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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PYMC481 |
Elective I- Stress Management and Effective Decision- Making |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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PYMC482 |
Elective II- Positive Psychology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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Economics |
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ECMC111 |
Microeconomics - I |
3 |
1 |
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ECMC121 |
Microeconomics - II |
3 |
1 |
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ECMC231 |
Macroeconomics I |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC241 |
Macroeconomics II |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC351 |
Issues in Growth and Development |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC361 |
Public Finance |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC471 |
Indian Economy |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC481 |
Elective I- Labour Economics |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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ECMC482 |
Elective II- International Trade |
3 |
1 |
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History |
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HMC111 |
History of World Civilization |
3 |
1 |
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HMC121 |
History of India (from Ancient up to 600 AD) |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC231 |
History of India (from 600 AD to 1500 AD) |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC241 |
History of India (1500 AD to 1800 AD) |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC351 |
History of India (1800 AD to Modern times) |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC361 |
Ancient World History |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC471 |
Cultural Heritage of India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC481 |
Elective I- Indian National Movement 1857-1947 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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HMC482 |
Elective II- History of Modern India: 1947-2000 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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Civil Services |
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CSMC111 |
Society & Social Justice |
3 |
1 |
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CSMC121 |
Internal Security & Disaster Management |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC231 |
Digital and Technological Skills |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC241 |
AI for Everyone |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC351 |
General Mental Ability & Basic Numeracy |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC361 |
Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC471 |
Data Interpretation |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC481 |
Elective I-Decision Making & Problem Solving |
3 |
1 |
0 |
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CSMC482 |
Elective II-Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability |
3 |
1 |
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Career Development Courses: A Progressive Approach
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French |
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German |
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Counselling and Guidance |
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Event Management |
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Yoga and Stress Management |
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6. |
Banking, Insurance and Equity Services |
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Fundamentals of Nutrition and Dietetics |
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Image and Wellness |
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Theatre and Drama |
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Cyber Security and Cyber Law |
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Spoken English |
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12. |
Financial Literacy |
Admission Modalities
The Admission Modalities are with reference to the campus-based M.A. in Political Science program offered by the ICFAI University, Jaipur. The medium of instruction is English.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduation in any discipline with 50% and above aggregate marks from a recognized university. Final year students awaiting results may also apply, subject to submission of proof of eligibility by the specified date.
Final year students applying for the programs are required to complete their examinations including practical examinations / viva, assignments before August 10, 2026. Such applicants will have to produce a certificate at the time of admission. The admission of applicants will, however, remain provisional until they produce mark-sheets establishing their eligibility. The last date for submitting the proof of eligibility is September 17, 2026, failing which the provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled.
The selection of applicants into the programs is made through application and interviews. While evaluating students for admission, due weightage is given to academic distinction, awards in sports/cultural events, debates, quizzes and other extra / co-curricular activities.
The applicants will have to go through a personal interview at the ICFAI University, Jaipur campus. This is to determine the students’ attitude and motivation to pursue the program.
Original certificates and Domicile certificate should be produced for verification at the time of interview. The original certificates will be returned after verification. The admission decision will be communicated after the interview process. All the selected students will be required to pay the admission fee towards confirmation of seat.
There shall be a special provision for admission of students belonging to the State of Rajasthan in any course of the ICFAI University, Jaipur which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) percent of seats in each course/discipline subject to the students meeting the minimum eligibility requirements referred as above. Seats remaining unfilled under special reservations may be filled up by allotting the same to students belonging to Open Category.
Students interested can apply by any one of the following methods:
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A. Online Application
Applicants can apply online by filling up the Application Form available at www.iujaipur.edu.in. and make payment of Rs.500 towards the cost using Credit / Debit Card (Visa / Master Card)/ Internet Banking through secure internet payment gateway. Applicants applying online should upload their passport size color photograph while filling the Online Application. The Prospectus will be sent to such applicants.
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B. Download of Application Form
Applicants can fill their details online and download the Application Form from www.iujaipur.edu.in. and send it to the Admissions Office along with the Demand Draft of Rs.500 towards the cost of the application in favor of “The ICFAI University, Jaipur - Fee Collection A/c” payable at Jaipur.
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C. Fill the Application Form
Applicants can fill in the application form and send it to the Admissions Office.
Students are advised to read the guidelines carefully before completing the Application Form for Admission.
Application Form
- Please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria before filling up the Application Form
- Fill the Application Form in CAPITAL LETTERS
- Provide all available information under appropriate sections
- Make sure to sign the Application Form
- Retain a photocopy of the completed Application Form
Students have to enclose the self-attested copies of the following certificates
- Date of Birth Certificate / Class X Certificate
- Marks sheets of Class XII / Degree certificate (as may be applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Aadhar Card
- Any other certificates pertaining to academic and other activities.
The completed Application Form for Admission may be sent to
The ICFAI University, Jaipur,
Jamdoli, Agra Road,
Jaipur - 302031, Rajasthan.
Mobile : 9414519618, 8094688800
E-mail : admissions@iujaipur.edu.in
Website : www.iujaipur.edu.in.
Fee Schedule
Program Fee
Students have to pay the Program Fee at the beginning of each semester, as per the due dates indicated in the Student Handbook. The first semester fee is to be paid on or before August 10, 2026.
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Program |
Admission Fee (One Time) |
Caution Deposit* |
Semester Fee (in INR) |
Total Program Fee (Excluding Admission Fee & Caution Deposit) |
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Domicile |
Non-Domicile |
Domicile |
Non-Domicile |
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MA (Political Science) |
10,000 |
10,000 |
25,000 |
30,000 |
1,00,000 |
1,20,000 |
* All students are required to pay the caution deposit along with the first semester fee. The caution deposit will be refunded to students on completion of the program. Caution Deposit and Security Deposit are not adjustable against Program Fee and other dues.
Merit Scholarships
The University offers merit scholarships to students pursuing MA (Political Science) Program. The scholarships are based on performance in Class XII / Graduation (or equivalent) and Semester-wise performance during the Program under the following conditions.
- Aggregate Marks of all the subjects in Class XII / Graduation shall be considered for the purpose of calculating eligibility of scholarship in MA (Political Science) Program.
- No Performance based scholarship shall be awarded in case of supplementary in any subject or for drop out cases. Once Performance based scholarship disallowed will not be considered in next all remaining semesters.
Percentage of marks secured in qualifying examination as aggregate (All subjects included) will decide the amount of scholarship. Scholarship will continue semester after semester only on maintaining the minimum 6.0 GPA. The details are as presented in the following table.
| Program | Percentage of marks secured in qualifying examination | |||
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| ≥ 90% | ≥ 80% to < 90% | ≥ 70% to < 80% | ≥ 60% to < 70% | |
| Amount of Scholarship * (In Rs.) | ||||
| MA (Political Science) | 20,000 | 15,000 | 10,000 | - |
*Above scholarship amount would be disbursed equally in 4 instalments for 2 years Program.
Up to 10% of the students of the batch will be awarded merit scholarships based on their Semester-wise performance (Details presented in the table given below). These scholarships are offered in addition to the scholarships based on the past academic record.
| Academic Performance (CGPA) | Category I | Category II | Category III |
| ≥ 9.00 | ≥ 8.50 - < 9.00 | ≥ 8.00 - < 8.50 | |
| Programs | Amount of Scholarship per semester* (In Rs.) | ||
| MA (Political Science) | 7,500 | 5,500 | 3,750 |