Academic Year 2026–27 UG Second Round Open | PG Admissions Open  OPEN Helpline: 91750 23334  |  Mon–Sat, 9AM–5PM

B.A. Economics (AEDP)

Department of Economics

Highlights Of The Program

  • NEP 2020 aligned multidisciplinary curriculum
  • Strong foundation in Economic Theory, Quantitative Methods & Applied Research
  • Integration of Economics with Data Analytics, Public Policy & Financial Systems
  • Courses in Econometrics, Public Economics, International Economics & Policy Analysis
  • Research-oriented fourth year with Dissertation and Applied Research
  • Skill-based learning through Statistics, Excel, SPSS/R/Python and Data Analytics
  • Apprenticeship / Internship embedded programme
  • Exposure to field surveys, policy research and socio-economic data analysis
  • Multiple Entry and Exit options as per UGC guidelines
  • English & Marathi medium instruction 

Eligibility Criteria

  • 10+2 (HSC or equivalent) from a recognized board
  • Minimum Marks: 50% (General Category), 45% (Reserved Category)
  • Admission through Merit / University norms
  • Students from Arts, Commerce or Science stream eligible 

Career Opportunities

Government & Public Sector

  • UPSC / MPSC
  • RBI / NABARD
  • Banking & Insurance Services
  • Indian Economic Services
  • Statistical Services

Corporate & Financial Sector

  • Economic Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Market Research Associate
  • Banking & Financial Services Professional

Data & Analytics

  • Economic Data Analyst
  • Research Analyst
  • Data Visualization Assistant
  • Survey and Statistical Analyst

Research & Development

  • Research Associate
  • Policy Research Fellow
  • Think Tank & NGO Researcher
  • Development Sector Professional

Higher Education

  • M.A./M.Sc. Economics
  • Econometrics
  • Public Policy
  • Data Analytics
  • Ph.D. Programmes

Proposed Industry / Institutional Partners

  • Banks and Financial Institutions
  • NABARD and Cooperative Sector
  • NGOs and Development Organizations
  • Research Institutions and Think Tanks
  • Government Departments and Planning Bodies
  • MSMEs and Business Organizations
  • Data Analytics and Consulting Firms
  • Public Policy Organizations
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Companies

 

Average Career Prospects (Indicative)

Area

Indicative Starting Package

Banking & Financial Services

₹3 – 6 LPA

Research & Analytics

₹4 – 7 LPA

Data & Policy Analytics

₹5 – 8 LPA

Advanced Research / Analytics Roles

₹8+ LPA

Why Choose This Programme?

  • Strong blend of Economics, Research and Data Analytics
  • Focus on employability, policy and applied learning
  • Research-oriented Honours structure aligned with UGC framework
  • Pathway to higher studies, NET, Ph.D. and policy careers
  • Industry and field exposure through internships and projects
  • Skill-oriented curriculum suitable for modern economic and data-driven careers
  • Ideal preparation for competitive examinations and research careers

Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU)
Jamnalal Bajaj Administrative Building,
Mahatma Jotiba Phule Educational Premises,
Nagpur – 440033, Maharashtra
Contact Us
91750 23334 admissions@nagpuruniversity.ac.in www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in
© 2026 RTMNU. All Rights Reserved.  |  Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Use  |  Developed by SyNchRoniK in Association with University IT Cell