Loreto College, Kolkata, an autonomous women’s college affiliated to the University of Calcutta with NAAC Grade A accreditation, offers a 2-year full-time MA in two specialisations: MA English and MA Psychology. Total fees range from INR 91,200 for MA English to INR 1,81,200 for MA Psychology. Admission is through the University of Calcutta PG process, with CUET-PG 2026 scores accepted.
CUET-PG 2026 was held from March 6 to March 27, 2026, and results were declared on April 24, 2026. The University of Calcutta PG admission notification was expected in May 2026; check caluniv.ac.in for the current status. Online applications are expected to close in June 2026, with the merit list and admission test scheduled for July 2026 and classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- MA English curriculum covers postcolonial literature, literary theory, linguistics, and critical thinking — strong preparation for UGC NET/JRF, civil services, and careers in academic research and publishing.
- MA Psychology includes psychometrics, counselling theory, research methods, and cognitive and social psychology — covering both clinical and organisational psychology career tracks.
- Both MA programmes accept CUET-PG 2026 scores alongside graduation merit (60% weightage) for admission through the University of Calcutta PG process.
Loreto College MA Fees 2026
The two MA specialisations at Loreto College have distinct fee structures. MA English totals INR 91,200 and MA Psychology totals INR 1,81,200 over two years.
| Course | Year 1 Fee | Year 2 Fee | Total Fees |
|---|
| MA English | INR 47,200 | INR 44,000 | INR 91,200 |
| MA Psychology | INR 93,200 | INR 88,000 | INR 1,81,200 |
- Hostel charges are separate from the above fees; contact the college for current hostel tariffs.
- Additional examination fees may be levied as per University of Calcutta norms.
- Fees is subject to change. Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
Loreto College MA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 Exam | March 6 to March 27, 2026 (held) |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 (declared) |
| University of Calcutta PG Admission Notification | May 2026 (check caluniv.ac.in) |
| Online Application Last Date | June 2026 |
| Merit List and Admission Test | July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- 60% of seats are filled by merit on graduation marks; 40% by University of Calcutta PG admission test or CUET-PG score.
- Admission is open to female candidates only; Loreto College is an exclusively women’s institution.
- Apply through the official University of Calcutta PG admission portal and track the Loreto College merit list at loretocollege.edu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- For MA English: BA (English Honours) or equivalent graduation from a recognised university with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks; 40 percent for SC/ST candidates.
- For MA Psychology: BA or B.Sc (Psychology Honours or equivalent) with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks; 40 percent for SC/ST candidates.
- A valid CUET-PG 2026 score is accepted; the University of Calcutta may also conduct its own departmental admission test.
Admission Process
- Check the University of Calcutta PG admission notification on caluniv.ac.in and loretocollege.edu.in.
- Apply through the University of Calcutta PG admission portal with graduation marksheets, CUET-PG scorecard, and required documents.
- Merit list is based on graduation marks (60%) and University of Calcutta PG test or CUET-PG scores (40%); check the list at loretocollege.edu.in.
- Attend document verification at Loreto College on the notified date with all original documents.
- Pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat; classes commence in August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a female graduate in Kolkata or West Bengal seeking a NAAC A accredited PG in humanities
- You want to sit for UGC NET/JRF in English or Psychology after an MA from a respected institution
- You are targeting careers in clinical psychology, counselling, or academic research in psychology
- You want to leverage the University of Calcutta affiliation for government recruitment eligibility
✗ Skip if
- You are a male candidate — Loreto College is an exclusively women’s institution
- You need formal placement assistance for non-academic careers such as HR or corporate consulting
- You prefer a co-educational campus or a larger multi-department university environment
Loreto College MA Scholarships 2026
MA students at Loreto College are eligible for state, central, and UGC scholarships. Register on the relevant portals immediately after admission to avoid missing deadlines.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| West Bengal Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per state norms | Students with strong academic record and financial need |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per scheme norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EBC students; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
| UGC Merit Scholarship (PG) | As per UGC norms | Top-ranked students in PG programmes at UGC-recognised institutions |
| Minority Community Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Students from notified minority communities; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
- SC/ST/OBC and Minority students should apply for post-matric scholarships via scholarships.gov.in within the announced deadline after admission.
- Contact the Loreto College scholarship cell for guidance on UGC and state scholarship applications after enrolment.
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