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M.A. of Psychology

Department of Psychology

Highlights of the Program

  • Two-year (Four Semester) programme with 88 credits under NEP-2020
  • Strong foundation in theoretical and applied psychological principles
  • Core subjects: Cognitive Psychology, Advanced Social Psychology, Research Design, and Psychopathology
  • Specialized elective streams: Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, and Organizational Psychology
  • Research-oriented curriculum: Includes Research Methodology, Minor Research Projects, and a Major Research Project/Dissertation
  • Professional exposure: Mandatory On-Job Training (OJT), Internship, Apprenticeship, or Field Projects
  • Flexibility through Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) with a variety of electives
  • Continuous Internal Assessment + End Semester Evaluation

Eligibility Criteria

  •   Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or equivalent) from a recognized university
  • Minimum percentage as per university norms (typically 50% for General and 45% for Reserved categories)
  • Admission through merit, which may include entrance exam scores or undergraduate performance
  • Direct entry to specific levels for those with a 4-year UG degree (NEP) as per credit distribution 

Career Opportunities

  • Clinical Psychologist or Mental Health Counselor (in hospitals/clinics)
  • Assistant Professor (after NET/SET qualification)
  • Research Scholar / Ph.D. in Psychology
  • Human Resource (HR) Manager or Organizational Consultant
  • School Counselor or Educational Consultant
  • Behavioral Analyst / Social Researcher
  • Government roles in social welfare, rehabilitation, and community health
  • Industry / Academic Linkages
  • Hospitals and mental health rehabilitation centers
  • Corporate HR departments and organizational consulting firms
  • NGOs and community-based mental health programs 

  •  Research institutes and academic collaborations via internships and field projects 

Average Salary Package (Indicative)

  •  ₹3 – 5 LPA (Entry Level roles in counseling or HR)
  • ₹6 – 9 LPA (With specialized clinical experience or advanced organizational roles)
  • ₹10+ LPA (Advanced clinical practice, senior HR leadership, or specialized research) 

Why Choose This Program?

  •  Comprehensive curriculum balancing traditional theories with modern applications like Positive Health Psychology
  • Practical skill development through extensive lab work (Practicum) and field-based learning
  • Specialization tracks that allow students to align their education with specific career goals in clinical or corporate sectors
  • Prepares students for global careers and high-level research through a rigorous academic framework 

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