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Master of Arts (Economics)
Duration
- 2 Years
Eligibility
- The candidate must have passed in B.A/B.Com (Pass or Hons)/BBA with an aggregate of 50% of marks or equivalent CGPA. (5% relaxation for students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/ PWD).
Admission Calendar
- Last Date for Submission of Completed Application Form: 01 August 2026
- The Department offers a Master of Arts (M.A.) Program in Economics, which reflects new developments in the discipline.
- The curriculum has a strong theoretical and quantitative focus which would help and train the students in the use of computers and statistical software essential in their professional careers in academia, research institutions, government, and industry.
- The M.A. Program is semester-based.
- A student can opt for M.A Economics subject to fulfillment of certain eligibility criteria.
- The objective of the program is to produce post graduates equipped with the knowledge, skills to broaden one’s understanding of markets and the economy which will give one a chance to question some of the unexamined assumptions about how society is organized and how it should be organized.
- It will also help improve one’s ability to make decisions and see the unseen.
Award of Degree
Students who successfully complete the M.A Economics Program will be awarded the Master of Arts Degree by the University subject to a minimum attainment of 5.5 CGPA.
| Admission Calendar | |
| Admission opens immediately after the results of qualifying examination. Even those waiting results may also apply and need to submit qualifying result within a stipulated date | |
| Last date for submission of Completed Application Form | 01 August 2026 |
| Last date for payment of Admission Fee & Semester Fee | 04 August 2026 |
| Commencement of Regular classes | 05 August 2026 |
*Payment of Admission Fee and Semester Fee will allow the allotment of enrollment numbers to each student. Students with enrollment numbers will be allowed to attend classes.
Program Structure
| MA (Economics) Program Structure (76 Credits) | ||
| Year I | Semester - I | Semester - II |
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| Year II | Semester - III | Semester - IV |
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List of Electives for IV Semester
- Money and Financial Markets
- Agricultural Economics
Admission Modalities
The Admission Modalities are with reference to the campus-based MA (Economics) Program offered by the ICFAI University at Nagaland. The medium of instruction is English.
Eligibility
The candidate must have passed in B.A/B.Com (Pass or Hons)/BBA with an aggregate of 50% of marks or equivalent CGPA. (5% relaxation for students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/ PWD).
For the purpose of determining eligibility based on aggregate percentage of marks, the procedure used by the respective University in award of the degree will only be taken into consideration. PG applicants should have completed a minimum of 12/15/17 years of formal education by August 03 2026, respectively. Applicants who have completed their graduation on one-time sitting basis or a 2-year basis are not eligible for admission to the Postgraduate Programs
Students in their final year are eligible to apply, provided they complete their course requirements including practical examinations/viva assignments before August 03, 2026. Such applicants will have to produce a certificate to that effect at the time of admission. The admission of such applicants will, however, remain provisional until they produce mark sheet/ transcript and a degree certificate establishing their eligibility.
The last date for submitting the proof of qualifying examination transcripts is September 30, 2026 failing which the provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled, no fees will be refunded.
The selection of applicants into the Program is made through screening of application and interview. While evaluating students for admission, due weightage is given to their academic distinction, awards in Games & sports, Literary & cultural activities, and other extra co-curricular activities.
Original certificates and Domicile certificate should be produced for verification at the time of admission. The admission decision will be communicated after the admission process.
There shall be a special provision for admission of students belonging to the State of Nagaland (Domicile) in any course of ICFAI University, Nagaland, which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) percent of seats in each course/discipline subject to the students meeting the minimum qualifying requirements referred to above. The fee for the Domicile students is less than that of the non-domicile students (please refer the fee chart).
Seats remaining unfilled under special reservation may be filled up by allotting the same to students belonging to Open Category.
Guidelines
The applicants 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 form.
- Fill the Application Form in Capital Letters.
- Provide all the available information under appropriate sections.
- Make sure to sign the Application Form.
- Cost of the Application material for MA (English) Program is Rs. 300
Applicants have to enclose self attested copies of the following certificates
- Aadhar Card
- APAAR ID / ABC ID
- Birth Certificate
- PAN Card (if available)
- Class X Admit Card, Mark Sheet and Certificate.
- Class XII / Degree Admit Card, Mark Sheet and
- Certificate (as may be applicable).
- Graduation Mark sheet and Certificate (as may beApplicable)
- ST Certificate.
- 3 recent Passport Size Photo.
- Any other certificates pertaining to academic and other activities.
*For MBA / MCA / M.Com / M.Lib.I.Sc. / MA Candidates.
The Admissions Officer,
The ICFAI University, Nagaland,
6th Mile, Sovima, Chümoukedima, Nagaland – 797103
Contact No. : 8729880506, 8730961116, 9304745167
Email: admissions@iunagaland.edu.in
Website: www.iunagaland.edu.in
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Fee Schedule
Admission Fee
Admission fee of Rs. 10,000 is to be paid by all the selected candidates of PG immediately after the admission decision is announced. The last date for payment of admission fee is August 4, 2026 for MA (Economics) immediately after the admission decision is announced.
Caution Deposit
All students are requited to pay a Caution Deposit of Rs. 10,000 for PG Programs and Rs. 15,000 First Semester fee. The Caution Deposit will be refunded without interest after adjusting for dues, if any to the students on completion of the program.
Semester Fee
Students must pay the Semester fee on the first day of each semester, after which a fine of Rs. 40 per day will be charged. The first semester fee is to be paid on or before August 04, 2026 for MA (Economics) Program.
Note
Domicile refers to Students from State of Nagaland. Non Domicile refers to Students from States other than Nagaland.
Fee for MA (Economics) Program (amount in Rs.)
| Programs | Semester Fee | Total Program Fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domicile | Non-Domicile | Domicile | Non-Domicile | |
| MA (Economics) (4 semesters) | 26,000 | 29,000 | 1,04,000 | 1,16,000 |
All Payments should be made through Bank Challan from ICICI Chümoukedima Branch/Swiping machine from the University, in favor of “The ICFAI University, Nagaland – Fee Collection A/C”. Details about the payment modalities, and the relevant Challan, can be obtained from the Dy. Accounts Officer. Payments can also be made online through the university’s website at www.iunagaland.edu.in.
Refund Policy
As per UGC Guidelines.
The ICFAI University, Nagaland offers merit scholarships to students pursuing the PG programs. These scholarships are based on past academic record and semester-wise performance.
- Past Academic Record
- Semester-wise Performance
A. Merit Scholarship based on past academic Record
Percentage of marks achieved in Class XII (or equivalent) for UG programs and graduation for PG programs will decide the amount of scholarship. Scholarship will continue semester after semester only on maintaining a minimum 6.0 GPA in the previous semester.
The The details are presented in the following table.
| Program | Percentage achieved(10+2 or equivalent) | For dom / non-domAmount of Scholarship (₹) | No. of Instalments(Scholarship Amount to be adjusted) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA (Economics) | ≥ 90% | 31,200 | 4 |
| ≥ 80% to < 90% | 26,000 | ||
| ≥ 70% to < 80% | 20,800 | ||
| ≥ 60% to < 70% | 15,600 |
B. Merit Scholarship based on Semester-wise Performance
Up to 10% of the students of each batch will be awarded merit scholarships based on their semester wise performance. These scholarships are offered in addition to the scholarships based on past academic record.
| Academic Performance (CGPA) | Category I | Category II | Category III | ||
| ≥ 9.00 | ≥ 8.50 - < 9.00 | ≥ 8.00 - < 8.50 | |||
| # | Program | Semester Fee | Amount of Scholarship (In Rs.) per semester | ||
| 1. | MA (Economics) | 26,000 | 7,800 | 5,720 | 3,900 |
Note
Only if number of students in the class is 10 or more.
Transportation Facility
Bus facility is provided for easy connectivity of the students. Registered bus commuters are required to pay for the bus fees for a Semester regardless of whether one travel or not for which an undertaking shall be obtained.
Hostel Facilities
University do not have hostel accommodation inside the campus. However University provides assistance to identity the suitable private hostel accommodation near University campus.