IIT-Mandi welcomes applications for admission to the MA in Development Studies

Updated on Mar 27, 2025 13:57

M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi is a two-year program, with an average fee of INR 30000 charged per semester.

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Kolkata: School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Mandi invites applications for its two-year, 80-credit M.A. in Development Studies. This program explores empowerment, sustainability, and development concepts within the Himalayan belt, considering local, regional, and global perspectives.

Direct Link: IIT Mani 2025 Admission (Online)

Qualified students can pursue a dual M.A.+ Ph.D. degree for advanced research training. The application process consists of an online submission, followed by a potential written test and/or interview. The final list of selected candidates will be available on the IIT Mandi official website: iitmandi.ac.in.

What are the Important Dates of IIT Mandi 2025 admission?

Check out IIT Mandi?s admission dated of 2025 in the table below:

Event	Date
Online Application Deadline of IIT Mandi 2025	April 11, 2025
IIT Madi Publication of Shortlisted Candidates 2025	April 15, 2025
IIT Mandi 2025 Online Written Test (Tentative)	April 21 - 25, 2025
Online Interview date of IIT Madni Admission 2025	April 26 - 29, 2025

What is IIT Mandi MA in Development Studies Eligibility Criteria?

The eligibility criteria for IIT Mandi 2025 admission are given below:

Graduation degree from a recognized institution.
Minimum 55% marks or CGPA 6.0/10.
For SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates: Minimum 50% marks or CGPA 5.5/10.

What is the Community Empowerment of IIT Mandi 2025?

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Mandi extends its impact beyond traditional intellectual pursuits by actively engaging in community empowerment.

It achieves this by organizing various training programs.
These programs are designed to foster self-sufficiency among local communities within the Kamand area, which adjoins the campus.

What is the IIT Mandi 2025 Admission Program Highlights M.A. in Development Studies?

Dr. Surya Prakash Upadhyay, Chairperson of the School of Humanities & Social Science, highlights the unique nature of the M.A. in Development Studies program.

This is a two-year program specifically designed with a focus on the Himalayan region.
It offers students valuable opportunities to conduct research on its diverse aspects.
Furthermore, it combines developmental and practical fieldwork with rigorous academic studies.
It addresses issues of local, regional, and global relevance within the Himalayan context.

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