Journey into the heart of India with our
M.A. in India Studies
- Earn your One-Year Online M.A. in India Studies from one of India’s top universities.
- Learn about India in its own terms.
- Gain broad interdisciplinary knowledge of India’s rich history, politics, economy, religions, philosophies, art, business landscape, and more.
- Obtain deep insight into a nation shaping the world’s future!
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Admissions are open for the February 2026 cohort on a rolling basis.
Why Choose Our M.A. in India Studies?
JGU Ranked No. 1 in the world in the Times Higher Education Online Learning Rankings 2024.
Pursue the only online Master’s degree in India Studies offered by an Indian university.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of India’s diverse facets—politics, history, philosophy, business, technology, literature, music, dance, and cinema—all in one year.
Learn from the best scholars in India Studies, brought together from various disciplines at JGU under one umbrella.
100% online, interactive learning from anywhere in the world.
Join a global community of students from diverse backgrounds.
Receive instruction from the same JGU faculty who teach on campus.
Access a rich repository of reference materials, including books, journals, and databases, all available online.
Enjoy flexible learning options tailored to fit your schedule.
Comprehensive and
Cutting-Edge Curriculum
Master’s Degree Programme
- Programme Offered by: Jindal India Institute (JII) at O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU)
- Programme Fee: INR 2,50,000 (Equivalent amount for International learners in their local currency on payment day)
- Duration: 12 months
- Credits: 64 credits
- Delivery: 100% online
- Flexibility: Hands-on learning from anywhere without travel requirements
- Age Limit: No maximum age limit for applicants
Learn From The Best
Instructors
Dr. Sreeram Sundar Chaulia
Director General | Jindal India Institute
Professor & Dean | Jindal School of International Affairs
Dr. Michal Erlich
Deputy Director | Jindal India Institute
Associate Professor | Jindal School of International Affairs
Prof. (Dr.) Hindol Sengupta
Director | Jindal India Institute Professor | Jindal School of International Affairs Fellow | Sir Jadunath Sarkar Fellowship for Indian History
Dr. Swasti Rao
Associate Professor & Associate Dean of Global Initiatives | Jindal School of International Affairs
Dr. Sugandha Nagpal
Fellow | Jindal India Institute Associate Professor | Jindal School of International Affairs
Dr. Archana Rath
Fellow | Jindal India Institute
Assistant Professor | Jindal School of International Affairs
Mr. Raghav Dua
Programmes Lead | Jindal India Institute
Lecturer | Jindal School of International Affairs
Admission
Eligibility
- Applicants to this programme must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Passport for International Applicants & Govt. Issued ID Proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID) for Indian Applicants.
Selection Criteria
- Statement of Purpose (500-700 words)
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Short Essay on any one of the following (800-1000 words):
- What aspect of India's history, culture, or philosophy inspires you the most, and why?
- Which one aspect of India, according to you, has the potential to make a positive impact in shaping the 21st century?
- Document Review
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Selection Criteria
- Statement of Purpose (500-700 words)
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Short Essay on any one of the following (800 - 1000 words):
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1. What aspect of India's history, culture, or philosophy inspires you the most, and why?
2. Which one aspect of India, according to you, has the potential to make a positive impact in shaping the 21st century? - Document Review
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Tuition Fees
The M.A. India Studies programme offers affordable tuition fees to ensure accessibility for students worldwide. For Indian applicants, the total programme cost is INR 2,50,000. For international learners, the total tuition fee will be calculated as the local currency equivalent on the payment day.
Fee Structure
Indian students have the option to pay their tuition fees in multiple installments, as outlined below:
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Credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI and International payments.
Financing Option (For Indian Applicants )
O.P. Jindal Global University provides an opportunity to pay the fees in monthly
installments at a nominal cost. Jodo monthly payment plan comes at a low-cost EMI option
for the students to pay the fees and offers the following benefits for all students.
It encompasses all courses offered by JGU Online, requiring only a PAN number for initial
registration and approval. A 24/7 helpline is available to assist you throughout your application process.
The entire procedure is fully digital, taking approximately 15 minutes to complete all loan formalities,
from the application to the signing of the loan agreement.
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