Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow MA Sociology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for MA Sociology at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,22,400 for the complete 2-year course. Fees are payable per the University of Lucknow schedule. SC/ST and OBC-NCL students may apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship, which offers full tuition fee reimbursement for eligible candidates. Students should confirm exact payment deadlines with the VIPS admissions office before joining.

Ans. Yes, MA Sociology at VIPS Lucknow is affiliated to the University of Lucknow. The degree is awarded by the university after successful completion of all four semesters. The programme follows the university’s curriculum and examination pattern, making the degree valid for UGC-NET eligibility, government service recruitment, and further academic pursuits.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Social Work, or a related social science discipline from a recognised university with a minimum 48% aggregate marks. A valid CUET-PG score in the relevant test paper is required. Admission is through the University of Lucknow’s merit-based online counselling process.

Ans. Candidates must register for CUET-PG on pgcuet.samarth.ac.in and appear for the Sociology or related paper. After results are declared, they apply through the University of Lucknow admission portal. The university publishes a merit list and seats are allocated through online counselling. Candidates confirm their seat at VIPS and complete the fee payment and document submission process.

Ans. MA Sociology graduates can appear for UGC-NET to qualify for assistant professor posts at colleges or for Junior Research Fellowships. Other career paths include roles in social work organisations, NGOs, government welfare departments, and community development projects. Civil services and state public service commission examinations are also common career choices for MA Sociology graduates in Uttar Pradesh.

Ans. Yes, an MA Sociology degree from VIPS Lucknow, being affiliated to the University of Lucknow, is a valid qualification for applying to PhD programmes at universities. Candidates typically need to clear a PhD entrance test or qualify UGC-NET with JRF to secure admission and fellowship. VIPS itself may not offer PhD programmes, so candidates usually apply to central or state universities for doctoral research in areas such as social stratification, gender studies, or rural sociology.