Rajagiri College of Social Sciences (RCSS), Kochi, offers a two-year M.Sc (Psychology) under Mahatma Gandhi University, blending theoretical depth with applied training in clinical psychology, counselling, psychometrics, neuropsychology, and organisational behaviour. Taught by faculty with active research and clinical practice credentials, the programme prepares graduates for careers in counselling, clinical assessment, HR, academic research, and mental health services. Admission is through the Rajagiri Psychology Entrance Examination (RPEE) followed by a personal interview.
Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open at Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi, with M.Sc (Psychology) admissions based on the Rajagiri Psychology Entrance Examination and a personal interview, and classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Sc (Psychology) with total fees of ₹93,581, with admission through the Rajagiri Psychology Entrance Examination and personal interview.
- Applied curriculum covering clinical psychology, counselling techniques, psychometrics, neuropsychology, and organisational psychology.
- Self-financing programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, with access to the Rajagiri RCSS counselling and research centre.
- Scholarships available including Career and Talent Scholarship (25 to 50 percent tuition waiver) and government Post Matric and SEBC/OEC schemes.
- Graduates pursue careers in counselling centres, hospitals, HR departments, schools, rehabilitation facilities, and research institutions.
Rajagiri RCSS M.Sc (Psychology) Fees
M.Sc (Psychology) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | ₹45,000 |
| Special Fees (Year 1) | ₹2,263 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | ₹45,000 |
| Special Fees (Year 2) | ₹1,318 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | ₹93,581 |
- Tuition fee is ₹45,000 per year for the M.Sc (Psychology) programme at Rajagiri RCSS.
- Special fees include affiliation, sports, welfare, union, and insurance charges; Year 1 fees are higher due to initial registration.
- Total fees for the two-year M.Sc (Psychology) programme amount to ₹93,581 as per the official 2024-25 fee schedule at rajagiri.edu.
Rajagiri RCSS M.Sc (Psychology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Form Release | February 2026 |
| RPEE Phase 1 | April 2026 |
| RPEE Phase 2 | May 2026 |
| Personal Interview | May to June 2026 |
| Rank List Publication | Within 20 days of interview completion |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Rajagiri Psychology Entrance Exam (RPEE) | April 2026 | April to May 2026 (2 phases) | June 2026 |
- Admission is based on the Rajagiri Psychology Entrance Examination (RPEE), an MCQ test assessing knowledge and aptitude in Psychology, followed by a personal interview.
- The RPEE is conducted in two phases (April and May 2026); candidates may appear in any one phase and must qualify for the interview round.
- Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Rehabilitation Science with a minimum of 50 percent marks in the Part III subjects.
- Applications are submitted online at rajagiri.edu/admissions; the application fee and submission deadline are published on the official admissions page.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BA or B.Sc (Psychology) or a degree in Rehabilitation Science from a MG University-recognised institution.
- A minimum of 50 percent marks in the Part III (optional) subjects of the qualifying bachelor’s degree is required.
- SC/ST candidates are eligible with a pass in the qualifying degree; CGPA/CCPA scores are converted per university norms.
- Applicants completing their bachelor’s degree in March-May 2026 may apply provisionally.
Admission Process
- Register on the Rajagiri admissions portal at rajagiri.edu/admissions and complete the M.Sc (Psychology) application form.
- Upload bachelor’s degree mark sheets, photograph, and identity proof, and pay the application fee online.
- Download the RPEE hall ticket and appear for the entrance examination at the Rajagiri RCSS campus.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview conducted by the Department of Psychology.
- Await the merit rank list published within 20 days of the interview round on the official website.
- Selected candidates complete document verification and pay the first-year fee at the Rajagiri RCSS campus in Kalamassery.
Rajagiri RCSS M.Sc (Psychology) Scholarships 2026
M.Sc (Psychology) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Career and Talent Scholarship | 25 to 50 percent tuition waiver | Candidates with high RPEE score and strong academic merit; limited slots per batch |
| Diversity Scholarship | 25 percent tuition waiver | Based on academic achievement; 21 scholarships available across PG programmes |
| Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| SEBC/OEC Scholarship | As per government norms | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes / Other Eligible Communities in Kerala |
- Government scholarships (Post Matric, SEBC, OBC) are processed through the National Scholarship Portal and Kerala Social Welfare Department; students must apply separately.
- The Career and Talent Scholarship and Diversity Scholarship are awarded at the time of admission and renewed annually subject to CGPA criteria.
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