IIT Mandi has Announced Applications for MA in Development Studies with Specialization in the Himalayan Region

Updated on Mar 29, 2025 12:01

IIT Mandi announced applications for MA in Development Studies (specializing in the Himalayan Region) and the course fee will be INR 30,000 per semester (Average). Read the article to know more!

Kolkata: The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Mandi is now accepting applications for its two-year MA program in Development Studies, specializing in the Himalayan region. This program is designed to provide candidates with an in-depth understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges faced by the Himalayan area.

Interested candidates can apply online through the official website iitmandiadm.samarth.edu.in before deadline by April 11, 2025. The selection process includes a written test (tentatively scheduled for April 21-25, 2025) followed by interviews (likely from April 26-29, 2025). Selected candidates will also have the option to pursue an MA + PhD dual degree.

The engineering institute will publish the list of selected candidates tentatively on April 15, 2025.

This two-year postgraduate program combines classroom learning with hands-on research and fieldwork. The curriculum focuses on key issues like development, sustainability, and empowerment in the Himalayan region, addressing challenges at local, national, and global levels.

What did Professor Surya Prakash Upadhyay Highlighted About IIT Mandi's MA in Development Studies Program?

Professor Surya Prakash Upadhyay, Chairperson of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Mandi, highlights the uniqueness of the MA in Development Studies program. He said "This specialized two-year program offers candidates a rare opportunity to study and conduct hands-on research in the Himalayan region. The curriculum combines classroom learning with practical fieldwork, addressing development challenges that have local, national, and global significance. Candidates can also opt for our integrated MA+PhD dual degree program, which provides a smooth pathway into advanced research."

The institute offers an excellent opportunity for selected candidates to pursue an MA+PhD dual degree program. This integrated option allows candidates to continue their research journey without interruption, helping them develop advanced research skills in development studies.

What are the Eligibility Criteria Required for IIT Mandi's MA in Development Studies Program?

To apply for IIT Mandi's MA in Development Studies program, candidates must have:

A bachelor's degree from a recognized university with minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA
For SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwD candidates a total of minimum 50% marks or 5.5 CGPA

What is the Selection Process for IIT Mandi's MA in Development Studies Program?

Registered candidates will be selected through a written test and a personal interview round. After both rounds are completed, the final list of selected candidates will be published on IIT Mandi's official website (www.iitmandi.ac.in).

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