Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow M.A Rural Development: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year MA in Rural Development at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,22,400 for the complete programme. No hostel accommodation is available on campus, so students are required to arrange private accommodation in Gomti Nagar or nearby areas of Lucknow. The fee is subject to annual revision and candidates should verify the current fee structure with the VIPS Lucknow admission office before submitting their application to avoid any confusion during the enrolment process.

Ans. Yes, the MA Rural Development programme at VIPS Lucknow is affiliated with the University of Lucknow (Lucknow University), Uttar Pradesh. The MA degree awarded by Lucknow University-affiliated institutions is recognised by state and central government agencies for recruitment in rural development posts. Students appear for Lucknow University examinations and receive the degree under its seal upon successful completion of the two-year programme.

Ans. The MA Rural Development curriculum at VIPS Lucknow covers rural planning and administration, panchayati raj and local governance, development economics, agricultural extension, social research methods, NGO management, watershed management, and community development programmes. The course prepares students to understand and address developmental challenges in rural India through a combination of theoretical frameworks, field exposure, and project work during the two-year programme.

Ans. Graduates of MA Rural Development from VIPS Lucknow can work as rural development officers, block development officers, programme coordinators in NGOs, project managers in NRLM or MGNREGS-linked organisations, social workers, and development consultants. Some graduates also pursue civil services preparation targeting rural administration and development posts under UPSC and state public service commissions in Uttar Pradesh and other states.

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for MA Rural Development admission at VIPS Lucknow. Admission is entirely merit-based on the aggregate marks scored in the qualifying Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with a degree in Arts, Social Science, or Rural Development and at least 50% aggregate are eligible to apply. The selection process is entirely merit-list based, without any written test, group discussion, or personal interview round.

Ans. Yes, MA Rural Development students at VIPS Lucknow from SC/ST/OBC and minority communities who hold UP domicile can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship through scholarships.up.gov.in each academic year. Central government beneficiaries can access various schemes through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Students should apply within the notified deadline each year and submit all required documents to ensure timely disbursement of the scholarship amount without delays.