Kanya Mahavidyalaya (KMV), Jalandhar, a NAAC ’A’ accredited institution affiliated to Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, offers the Master of Arts in English as a 2-year, 4-semester postgraduate programme. The curriculum covers British and Indian literature, postcolonial studies, literary theory and criticism, and communication skills, supported by the department’s rich library and a culture of active research. Collegedunia ranks KMV 270 in India among Arts colleges in 2026, underscoring the institution’s academic reputation in humanities education.
Applications for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in July 2026 on the KMV online portal at kmvadmissions.org.
Key Points
- 2-year, 4-semester MA English programme affiliated to GNDU, Amritsar, at NAAC ’A’ accredited KMV Jalandhar.
- Curriculum spans British literature, Indian writing in English, postcolonial studies, and literary theory.
- Merit-based admission on graduation aggregate; no entrance examination required.
- Graduates are eligible for UGC NET/JRF, teaching roles, media, content writing, and civil services.
- KMV ranks 270 in India among Arts colleges in the Collegedunia 2026 rankings.
KMV Jalandhar MA (English) Fees
MA (English) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition and College Fee | ₹31,380 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | ₹62,760 |
- Annual fee of ₹31,380 is payable at the start of each of the two academic sessions.
- University examination fees are charged separately by GNDU each semester.
- Fees are subject to revision by GNDU and the college at the start of each academic year.
KMV Jalandhar MA (English) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Portal Opens | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Declaration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| No Entrance Exam | Admission is merit-based | N/A | N/A |
- Admission to MA programmes at KMV Jalandhar is merit-based on graduation aggregate; no separate entrance examination is conducted.
- Candidates from universities other than GNDU must submit a migration certificate at the time of document verification.
- SC, ST, and BC students are eligible for fee waivers under applicable Punjab government scholarship schemes.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in any discipline.
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50 percent marks in aggregate, preferably with English as a subject in graduation.
- The MA English programme at KMV Jalandhar covers British and Indian literature, literary theory and criticism, postcolonial studies, and language skills; the department has a strong research culture and departmental library.
Admission Process
- Visit the KMV online admission portal at kmvadmissions.org and register with a valid email and phone number.
- Fill the application form with personal and academic details; upload graduation marksheets, degree certificate, migration certificate, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Pay the online application fee through the portal.
- Check the merit list on the KMV website; shortlisted candidates are called for document verification.
- Appear for document verification at the college with all original certificates and attested photocopies.
- Pay the semester fee within the stipulated date to confirm admission.
KMV Jalandhar MA (English) Scholarships 2026
MA (English) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/BC/OBC) | Up to full tuition reimbursement | SC, BC, and OBC students from Punjab with family income within the state threshold; apply via the National Scholarship Portal |
| Punjab Government Free Education (SC) | Full tuition fee waiver | SC students with annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh; automatically applied on admission |
| KMV Merit Scholarship | ₹8,000 per year (90 to 94.9%), full tuition waiver (95% and above) | Students securing 90% and above in qualifying examination; awarded at the start of the academic year |
| GNDU Merit Scholarship | Variable (up to ₹5,000 per year) | Top academic performers at GNDU-affiliated colleges; awarded annually on merit |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | Variable | Central and state government scholarships available at scholarships.gov.in for eligible categories |
- Scholarship applications for most state and central schemes must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the first month of the academic session.
- SC students with annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh are eligible for full tuition fee waiver under the Punjab Social Welfare Department scheme.
- KMV’s own merit scholarships are awarded to students securing 90 percent and above in the qualifying examination; details are available from the college scholarship committee.
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