NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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18 Jun, 2025 NIT Rourkela has announced MA Development Studies Fee Structure 2025-2026. The total academic fee is ₹ 78,500

Master of Arts [MA] (Development Studies) 
first year fees:  ₹46,500
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NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies is offered as 2 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for MA is Graduation. The total fees for NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies in 2025 is ₹ 78,500 for the complete course duration, which includes total tuition fees of ₹ 30,000. Earlier, the fees in 2021 - 2022 for MA Development Studies was ₹ 1.81 Lakhs.

NIT Rourkela Hostel Fee for Male is ₹ 4,000 to 5,000. Hostel Fee for Female at NIT Rourkela is ₹ 5,000.


Years (2025 - 2026)year 1year 2
Semester1234
Tuition fees₹7500₹7500₹7500₹7500
Admission fees₹2500---
Caution fee*₹10000---
convocation fees--₹2500-
miscellaneous fees₹12000₹7000₹7500₹7000
Semester Wise Fees₹32000₹14500₹17500₹14500
Yearly Fees46,50032,000
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* Fees is refundable

Fees As Per Official Website-

Fees As Per Official Website-

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Course Description

MA Development Studies at NIT Rourkela is a 2 Years Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a Full Time program. NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies First Year Fees is INR 46,500 for 2025.

Candidates must have at least Graduation to be eligible for admissions. Check NIT Rourkela Admission 2025

NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies Fees 2025

Fees (2025 - 2026) Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR)
Semester 1 2 3 4
Tuition Fees 7500 7500 7500 7500
Admission Fees 2500 - - -
Caution Fee * 10000 - - -
Miscellaneous Fees 12000 7000 7000 7000
Semester Wise Fees 32000 14500 14500 14500
Yearly Fees 46500 29000

* Fees is refundable

NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies Previous Fees

Fees Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR)
Semester 1 2 3 4
Tuition Fees 7500 7500 7500 7500
Admission Fees 2500 - - -
Other Fee 47500 32500 35500 32500
Semester Wise Fees 57500 40000 43000 40000
Yearly Fees 97500 83000

* Fees is refundable

NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies Admission 2025

The minimum eligibility for admission to MA Development Studies at NIT Rourkela is Graduation.

You can check NIT Rourkela MA Development Studies admission dates 2025 in the section below.

NIT Rourkela Admission Dates 2025

Events Dates
Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [M.A] May 10, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Publication Date of Shortlisted Applicants for Admission 2025 [M.A] Jul 07, 2025
Date for Written test and Personal Interaction for Admission 2025 [M.A] Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025
Date of Publication of Result for Admission 2025 [M.A] Jul 18, 2025
Date for Counselling and Admission for Session 2025 [M.A] Jul 24, 2025

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the 2 year MA programme of NIT, Rourkela, a student must have passed B.Tech, B.A., B.Sc., B.Com. with 50% marks or 5.50 CGPA. Applicants with Honours will be given preference.

Course Details

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) admissions 2024 are expected to start in JUne 2024. NIT Rourkela MBA Admissions are based on marks secure in the qualifying examination. A merit list will be released on the official website of the institute soon after the application process is over. Selected candidates may then proceed to the next step of the admission process.

MA in Development Studies at NIT Rourkela is a 2-year postgraduate program. The course is offered under the Department of Humanities and Social Science as a full-time regular course. 

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Fees 2024

NIT Rourkela charges an average amount of around INR 45,125 per semester, including hostel rent and mess fees. The tuition fee charged per semester is around INR 7,500. However, students belonging to SC and ST category are exempted from paying tuition fee every semester. A summary of entire fee structure is given in the table below:

NIT Rourkela MA Fees 2024 [Approx.]
Particulars Amount 
Admission fee (One Time) INR 2,500
Tuition fee (exempted for SC/ST students) INR 7,500
Other fees (Exam, Library Electricity, etc) INR 3,000
Student Activity fee INR 2,000
Medical fees INR 2,000
Hostel seat Rent INR 5,000
Caution Money (One TIme Refundable) INR 10,000
Institute Emergency Fund INR 5,000
Hall Establishment Fee INR 5,000
Mess Advance  INR 15,500
Total INR 57,500

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NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in the MA course of NIT Rourkela must satisfy the below mentioned eligibility criteria:

  • Candidates should have passed B.Tech, BA, B.Sc, B.Com with at least 50% aggregate marks or 5.5 CGPA.
  • Candidates with an Honors degree will be given preference.
  • Candidates appearing or yet to appear in the qualifying degree final examinations can also apply.

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Admission 2024

NIT Rourkela provides admissions to MA Development Studies on the basis of academic merit in the university examinations already completed. Candidates who fulfill the above-mentioned eligibility criteria will only be eligible for further admission process.

  • There is no relaxation provided in academic merit for any category/ caste of candidates.
  • Candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree have to produce their final result by the given date, or else their admission will be canceled.
  • Candidates for the selection process will be informed two weeks prior to the same.
  • If a candidate fails to join the institute within a week of starting classes, he/ she will be deemed to have abandoned the program.

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Application Process

Candidates can apply by following the below-mentioned steps:

  1. Visit the official website of the institute.
  2. Navigate to the link provided for ‘Online Application’.
  3. Click on the link and fill the application form with academic and personal details correctly.
  4. Proceed to pay the required application fee online via Credit Card/ Debit Card or Net Banking.
  5. Submit the application form and keep a printout of the same for future reference.

Documents Required

  • Proof of Age (Birth/ Board Certificate)
  • Pass Certificates and Grade Cards (or mark sheets) from HSC onwards
  • College Leaving Certificate/ Transfer Certificate
  • University Migration certificate
  • Reservation Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • 3 Recent Passport Size Coloured Photographs
  • Application for Enrolment in Form AC/201

Check More: NIT Rourkela Admission 2023

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Course Details

NIT Rourkela offers MA course in Development Studies as its postgraduate course. The course involves the learning about a wide range of aspects related to social and behavioural science where students get to know about prevailing socio-economic problems.

Course Duration: The duration of the course is 2 academic years which is spread over a span of four semesters. However, the course is also offered as a slow pace program for working individuals and is spread for a duration of 4 academic years. Each academic session is divided into two semesters, i.e, Autumn/ Odd semester (July – November) and Spring/ Even semester (January – May) each of approximately 17 weeks duration.

Course Curriculum: MA coursework is categorized into:

  1. Core Courses
  2. Professional Electives
  3. Open Electives

NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) Seats 2024

There are a total of 39 seats available for the course. Among these 39 seats, 14 seats are available for General category students, 10 for OBC category, 6 for SC category, 3 for ST, 2 for PH and 4 for EWS category candidates. The same has been represented in the table below:

NIT Rourkela MA Seats 2024
Category Seats
General 14
OBC 10
SC 6
ST 3
PH 2
EWS 4
Total 39

Each semester, excluding holidays and days when classes are suspended, shall have at least 80 working days (including examination dates). All subjects will have Lectures, Tutorials and Laboratory/ Design components (L–T–P).

Credits: Theory courses will comprise 3-4 credits whereas design or laboratory courses will comprise 2-3 credits. The total number of credits in the coursework and seminars in 1st and 2nd semesters together will range between 46 and 50 credits. Hence the entire 2 year programme will comprise 98-102 credits.

SIRE: MA programme will include a programme of “Short term Industrial or Research Experience (SIRE)” of 8 weeks duration after the 2nd semester for which the experience may be obtained in any reputed industry, research laboratory, IIT, NIT and any other equivalent organization. SIRE weighs 3 credits in 3rd semester and candidates will thus be required to submit a report for the same to the department. Summer work contributes 75% to the total marks and industrial tours contribute 25% to the same.

Project: MA students are required to carry out a major project in the final year under the guidance supervisors which weighs 4 credits each in pre final and final semesters. In addition, a 2 credits course on “Research Practice” in the 2nd semester is also carried out.

Assessment of Performance: Performance of students in each semester is assessed through Teacher’s Assessment which weighs 20%, mid term examinations weighing 30% and end semester examinations weighing 50% of the total. Class tests, assignments, tutorials, viva-voce, laboratory assignments, etc are the constituent components of continuous assessment process. 

Registration for next semester: First semester candidates need to secure a SGPA of 5.00 in order to be eligible for registration next semester. For 2nd year registrations, candidates are required to earn a minimum of 32 credits and CGPA of 6.00.

Subjects: Below tabulated are the subjects offered in each semester along with their credit weightage:

NIT Rourkela MA Course details
Semester Subject Code Subject Credits
I HS 5001 Research Methodology in Social Sciences 3
HS 5201 Psychological Perspectives on Development 3
HS 5301 Social Institutions and Development 3
HS 5401 Economics for Development Studies 3
HS 5171 Advanced Language Laboratory 2
HS 5471 Statistical Laboratory - I 2
- Professional Elective -
II HS 5412 Development Theories and Practices 3
HS 5312 Ecology and Sustainable Development 3
HS 5322 Social Exclusion and Inclusive Development 3
HS 5112 Business Communication 3
- Professional Elective – II 3
HS 5472 Statistical Laboratory - II 2
HS 5372 Rural Engagement Lab 2
HS 5880 Research Practice 2
III HS 5313 Gender and Development 3
HS 5323 Rural Development 3
HS 5413 Financial System and Development 3
HS 5423 Contemporary Policy Issues and Development 3
- Professional Elective – III -
HS 5993 Research Project – I 4
HS 5881 Seminar & Technical Writing – I 2
IV HS 5324 Urban Governance and Development 3
HS 5414 Environmental Economics 3
HS 5424 Poverty, Inequality and Human Development 3
- Professional Elective – IV -
HS 5994 Research Project – II 4
HS 5882 Seminar & Technical Writing – II 2
HS 5992 Comprehensive Viva -Voce 2
HS 5991 Short Term Industrial Research Experience 0

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NIT Rourkela MA (Development Studies) FAQs

Ques What facilities are available at NIT Rourkela for MA students?

Ans. NIT Rourkela provides its students with many infrastructural and academic facilities such as:

  • Central Library
  • Accomodation facility with a total of 11 hostels including separate hostels for both boys and girls
  • Sports and Fitness centre with facilities for Table Tennis, Carom and Chess
  • Gymnasium
  • Swimming Pool
  • Canteen
  • Shopping centr
  • Health Centre
  • Post Office

Ques. Can I de-register from my MA Development Studies course at NIT Rourkela?

Ans. Yes, you can deregister one or more courses of your choice if you feel that total credit load is too high or your performance in the class as well as mid-semester examination is not satisfactory. This de-registration of course can be done till two weeks prior to the start of the end semester examination or any other date fixed by the Senate. The grade in a deregistered course shall be UR.

Ques. What is the program fee of MA Development Studies offered by NIT Rourkela?

Ans. Below tabulated are the fee details:

Particular Details
Admission Fee including Hostel Fee INR 1,500
Tuition Fee (per annum) INR 15,000
Other Fees INR 6,000
Institute Development Contribution INR 5,000
Student Activity Fee (per annum) INR 4,000
Medical Fee INR 2,000
Other Miscellaneous Fees INR 9,900

Ques. What is the ‘Slow Pace Programme’ offered by NIT Rourkela for MA Development Studies candidates?

Ans. NIT Rourkela offers ‘Slow Pace Programme’ for students who are employed in Government or private institutions and cannot join full time programmes. Under the slow pace programme a student will be registered for half the courses in a semester and will take 4 semesters to complete the course work, and upto 4 years to complete the full programme. In case a student completes 8 semesters with a few F grades or has a course CGPA less than 6.00, he must leave the Institute without obtaining a degree.

Ques. What are the career options one can pursue after completing MA Development Studies course at NIT Rourkela?

Ans. One may become a project manager, public policy consultant, researcher, administrator/manager etc. after completing MA Development Studies course at NIT Rourkela. 


 

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The college offers a comprehensive course with a structured admission process involving an interview that assesses candidates' backgrounds and aptitude. The total fee for the course is approximately 150,000 INR, with scholarships available for eligible students. The master's program spans two years, divided into four semesters, with the first semester costing 60,000 INR and the subsequent semesters at decreasing fees of 40,000 INR and 24,000 INR for the last two semesters.

Placement opportunities start from the third semester for students in a two-year course, with reputed organizations like Reliance Foundation and ICICI Foundation participating. The highest placement package mentioned is around 5 Lakhs, though unconfirmed. B.Tech students receive pre-placement offers from the third year, with final-year students eligible for joining after graduation. An active training and placement cell supports students in securing desirable positions. Internships with stipends up to 18,000 INR per month are available at prestigious institutions such as IIT Kharagpur and IIT Delhi.

Career opportunities include roles like research assistants and junior fellows. The college also offers fellowship programs through organizations such as the Gandhi Fellowship and Teach for India. Students gain valuable research experience through internships with organizations like NHRC and NABARD and through programs at IITs and NITs. This approach ensures students are well-prepared for their Master's dissertations and future careers.

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NIT Rourkela Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [M.A]
Ongoing
May 10, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Publication Date of Shortlisted Applicants for Admission 2025 [M.A]
Upcoming
Jul 07, 2025
Date for Written test and Personal Interaction for Admission 2025 [M.A]Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025
Date of Publication of Result for Admission 2025 [M.A]Jul 18, 2025
Date for Counselling and Admission for Session 2025 [M.A]Jul 24, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [M.A]
Ongoing
May 10, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Publication Date of Shortlisted Applicants for Admission 2025 [M.A]
Upcoming
Jul 07, 2025
Date for Written test and Personal Interaction for Admission 2025 [M.A]Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025
Date of Publication of Result for Admission 2025 [M.A]Jul 18, 2025
Date for Counselling and Admission for Session 2025 [M.A]Jul 24, 2025

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Semester Wise Fees₹57500₹40000₹43000₹40000
Yearly Fees97,50083,000

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The fee structure for two years of the master program is classified into 4-semester examinations- 1st semester- 60,000 overall including admission fee (one time) tuition fee, other fees such as exam, library, electricity, etc, student activity fee, medical fee, hostel seat rent, caution money(one time refundable), hall establishment fee, etc 2nd semester- 40,000 3rd semester- 24,000 4th semester- 24,000 Yes, there are vast opportunities for students who want to gain knowledge and experience of how research is being done. Students can undertake internship opportunities in various government and non-governmental offices. government organizations like NHRC, NABARD, OLM, Ministry of home affairs, etc provide internship opportunities for students. IIT's, NIT's all over India call students for internship programs. Students can also participate in fellowship programs such as Gandhi fellowship, Teach for India, and many young professional programs.
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Course Offered - Full Time
Mode - Full Time
Degree Type - On Campus
Course Level - Post Graduation
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