Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College Lucknow MA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant Arts or Social Sciences subject from a recognised university with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Reserved category students require 40% aggregate in graduation. A valid CUET-PG score in the respective subject is mandatory for admission to MA at RPMDC, which is a University of Lucknow affiliated college. The merit list for LU-affiliated MA seats is prepared on the basis of CUET-PG scores.

Ans. Yes. Admission to MA at RPMDC follows the University of Lucknow PG admission process, which requires a valid CUET-PG score. Candidates must register for CUET-PG through the NTA portal, appear for the examination, and then apply via the LU PG admission portal. The university prepares subject-wise merit lists for affiliated college seats after CUET-PG results are declared. Candidates without a CUET-PG score are not eligible for LU-affiliated MA seats at RPMDC.

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MA programme at RPMDC is INR 1,22,400, covering all academic charges for the complete programme duration. No hostel charges are separately listed. Eligible students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS backgrounds may apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship via the NSP portal to reduce out-of-pocket costs. Top meritorious students may also apply for the Central Sector Scheme scholarship of up to INR 20,000 per year.

Ans. RPMDC offers MA in various subjects in the Arts and Social Sciences stream under the University of Lucknow affiliation. Subjects typically available include Economics, Education, Hindi, History, Political Science, and Sociology, among others. Candidates should confirm the specific subjects offered in the current academic session directly with the RPMDC admissions office, as subject availability may vary depending on faculty strength and seat allocation approved by the University of Lucknow.

Ans. MA graduates from RPMDC can pursue careers in education as lecturers and school teachers after qualifying NET/JRF or the UP PGT examination. Other career options include civil services preparation, journalism, social work, research assistance in universities, and government administrative roles. The University of Lucknow-awarded MA degree from RPMDC is widely recognised for state and central government competitive examinations, including the UP PCS and IAS. Pursuing a PhD after MA is also a viable academic route for those interested in research.

Ans. Yes. Candidates with a University of Lucknow-affiliated MA degree from RPMDC are eligible to appear for the UGC NET and JRF examinations in their respective subjects. NET qualification is required to become an assistant professor at college level, while JRF provides fellowship funding for PhD research. RPMDC students should ensure their MA is in the subject corresponding to the NET paper they intend to attempt. There is no restriction on RPMDC graduates appearing for national-level academic qualification examinations.