University of Hyderabad MA Telugu: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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05 Jun, 2026 University of Hyderabad Fee structure 2026 has been released for MA Telugu programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 18,420 .

Total fees
INR 17,940
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 6.5 LPA
NIRF PG 2-year median
Cutoff
180
CUET PG score, General 2026
Placement rate
73%
NIRF PG 2-year placed

About UOH MA Telugu

University of Hyderabad offers a two-year, full-time MA Telugu with 56 seats through CUET PG LAQP36. The course is taught on campus over four semesters by the Department of Telugu in the School of Humanities. UOH is a central university, has Institution of Eminence status and stands #18 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 17,940, and INR 1.38 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through CUET PG and UOH counselling. The General score range was around 180 in 2026. The NIRF PG 2-year median pay is INR 6.5 LPA and 73% of students were placed.

UOH MA Telugu Fees

The full course costs INR 17,940 without hostel and INR 1.38 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 10,560. You pay the tuition fee per semester, four times in all. Medical insurance is paid each year. The deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.20 Lakhs over two years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 10,560INR 2,640 a semester, 4 semesters
Student union fundINR 2,320INR 580 a semester, 4 semesters
Student welfare fundINR 1,040INR 260 a semester, 4 semesters
Medical insuranceINR 4,020INR 2,010 a year, 2 years
DepositINR 2,160One time, refundable
Hostel and messINR 1.20 LakhsINR 60,000 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostelINR 17,940Full course
Total with hostelINR 1.38 LakhsFull course

UOH MA Telugu Admission Dates

The 2027 dates are estimates based on 2026. CUET PG registration is expected in Jan 2027, and UOH application is expected in May 2027 to Jun 2027. Keep the scorecard and degree papers ready before the merit list.

EventDateStatus
CUET PG registration, last date to applyJan 2027Tentative
CUET PG examMar 2027Tentative
CUET PG result and scorecardApr 2027Tentative
UOH PG application, last date to applyMay 2027 to Jun 2027Tentative
Merit list and counsellingJul 2027Tentative
Waiting list allotmentAug 2027Tentative
Admission fee, last dateAug 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkSep 2027Tentative
Classes startOct 2027Tentative

UOH MA Telugu Eligibility

The course needs 50% marks in the bachelor degree and 50% marks in Telugu. You must have Telugu as an optional or compulsory subject. SC, ST and PwD students get the lower mark rule in the prospectus.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeBachelor degree in any subject
Marks50% in the degree
Telugu marks50% in Telugu as optional or compulsory subject
Reserved category5% lower mark rule for SC, ST and PwD
ExamCUET PG LAQP36

UOH MA Telugu Admission Process

CUET PG gives the score and UOH makes the merit list. You apply on the UOH Samarth portal after the CUET PG scorecard. The university checks documents, publishes lists and asks selected students to pay the admission fee.

StepWhat you do
1. Write CUET PGChoose LAQP36 for Telugu
2. Apply to UOHFill the Samarth form after the scorecard
3. Check merit listRead the selected list and waiting lists
4. Pay admission feePay by the date in the list
5. ReportBring degree papers, category paper and fee receipt

UOH MA Telugu Cutoff

The General score range was around 180 and OBC-NCL around 160 in 2026. These are CUET PG score ranges for MA Telugu. The list can move in waiting rounds, so use the ranges as a guide.

CategoryScore rangeRound and year
General180 and aboveSelected list, 2026
OBC-NCL160 and aboveSelected list, 2026
SC130 and aboveSelected list, 2026
ST115 and aboveSelected list, 2026
EWS165 and aboveSelected list, 2026

UOH MA Telugu Placements

The NIRF PG 2-year median pay is INR 6.5 LPA and 73% of students were placed. Telugu students usually build paths in teaching, translation, publishing, media and research. Keep a writing sample ready before the final semester.

MetricValue
Average payINR 6.5 LPA, NIRF PG 2-year median
Batch placed73%
Main pathsTeaching, translation, publishing, media and research
Campus helpPlacement and career office notices
City linkHyderabad has media houses, publishers and universities

UOH MA Telugu Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 4,000 to INR 14,560 over the course. The PwBD fee waiver gives the biggest listed waiver. The Telangana ST fee adjustment and NSP schemes need income or category papers.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
PwBD fee waiverPwBD admission categoryINR 10,560
Telangana ST fee adjustmentST students from Telangana below INR 2 Lakhs incomeINR 10,560
National Scholarship Portal aidEligible category and income papersINR 4,000
OBC post-matric supportOBC-NCL with income paperINR 6,000

UOH MA Telugu Ranking

UOH stands #18 in NIRF University ranking and #26 in NIRF Overall ranking in 2025. It has NAAC A grade and Institution of Eminence status. These ranks show the university, not only one department.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#18
NIRF Overall2025#26
NAACLatest cycleA
Institution of Eminence2019Recognised

UOH MA Telugu Course Structure

The course has 86 credits across four semesters. It covers classical literature, modern literature, Telugu linguistics, grammar, criticism and translation. After two semesters you can exit with a PG Diploma in Telugu.

SemesterWhat you study
Semester 1Core Telugu literature and language papers
Semester 2Classical literature, grammar and criticism
Semester 3Modern writing, linguistics and optional papers
Semester 4Translation, special papers and project work
Exit rulePG Diploma after 44 credits

UOH MA Telugu Hostel and Campus

UOH has 23 hostels and a 2,000 acre campus at Gachibowli. The Telugu department is in the School of Humanities. Hostel rooms depend on university allotment, so check the hostel office after admission.

ItemDetail
Hostels23 hostels for men and women
Campus2,000 acre campus at Gachibowli
DepartmentDepartment of Telugu, School of Humanities
CityHyderabad has universities, libraries, IT firms and media offices

Should you pick MA Telugu at University of Hyderabad?

This course suits students who love Telugu literature and want teaching, translation or research work.

Pick it if:
You want a Telugu career: the department teaches classical literature, modern writing, linguistics and translation in one course.
You want a residential campus: UOH has 23 hostels, so many PG students live near their department.
You want low fees: the full course fee is INR 17,940, so loan pressure is small.
You already studied Telugu: CUET PG LAQP36 and your Telugu marks decide the merit list.
Skip it if:
You want a corporate placement path: this course leads more to teaching, writing and translation than campus hiring.
You need a private room: hostel rooms are shared first, so ask the hostel office before paying.
You are counting only on the last list: waiting lists can move, so keep documents ready before the fee date.
You dislike language theory: Telugu linguistics and grammar are part of the 86 credits you must complete.
Counsellor's advice
If you want Telugu teaching or translation, take it after checking the merit list. If you want corporate jobs, keep a skills plan ready.
MA Telugu Eligibility▾
Degree: You need a bachelor degree in any subject from a recognised university.
Marks: You need 50% marks in the bachelor degree.
Telugu marks: You need 50% marks in Telugu as optional or compulsory subject.
Reserved category: SC, ST and PwD students get the lower mark rule in the prospectus.
Exam: You must write CUET PG LAQP36 for Telugu.
MA Telugu Admission Process▾
Write CUET PG: Pick LAQP36 Telugu and keep the scorecard ready.
Apply to UOH: Fill the Samarth form after the CUET PG result.
Check lists: UOH publishes selected and waiting lists for counselling.
Pay fee: Pay the admission fee by the date in your list, or you lose the seat.
Report: Bring degree papers, category paper, Telugu marks proof and fee receipt.

MA Telugu Admission Dates 2027

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Most 2026 steps are over. Tap 2026 Session for the steps still left; the 2027 dates are estimates.

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
2 Jan 2026 to 8 Feb 2026
CUET PG registration, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 8 Feb 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
13 Mar 2026 to 1 Apr 2026
CUET PG exam
Your scorecard comes from this test window.
Over
6 May 2026
CUET PG result and scorecard
UOH uses this score for the merit list.
Over
25 May 2026 to 15 Jun 2026
UOH PG application, last date to apply
The UOH form closed on 15 Jun 2026.
Over
24 Jul 2026
Merit list and counselling
The portal closed registration after the deadline.
Over
16 Sep 2026
Waiting list allotment
Students on the waiting list checked their offer and fee step.
Confirmed
23 Sep 2026
Admission fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 23 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
30 Sep 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
6 Oct 2026
Classes start
Hostel allotment is checked before classes start.
Tentative
Jan 2027
CUET PG registration, last date to apply
Expected in the same month as the 2026 form.
Tentative
Mar 2027
CUET PG exam
Expected in the same test window as this year.
Tentative
Apr 2027
CUET PG result and scorecard
Expected before the UOH form opens.
Tentative
May 2027 to Jun 2027
UOH PG application, last date to apply
Expected to stay open for about three weeks.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Merit list and counselling
Expected after UOH checks scores and papers.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Waiting list allotment
Expected only if seats are left over.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Admission fee
Expected after each selected list.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected before classes start.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Classes start
Expected after reporting and hostel checks.

Source: UOH PG admission portal and prospectus. Confirm on the official site before you act.

University of Hyderabad MA Telugu Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 2,640 a semester
INR 10,560
Student union fund
Per semester × 4, INR 580 a semester
INR 2,320
Student welfare fund
Per semester × 4, INR 260 a semester
INR 1,040
Medical insurance
Per year × 2, INR 2,010 a year
INR 4,020
Deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 2,160
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 60,000 a year
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 17,940
2 years · tuition + student funds + insurance, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 1.38 Lakhs
2 years · tuition + student funds + insurance + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 302
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
3623%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 2,326
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
471%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: UOH prospectus fee table. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you MA Telugu at University of Hyderabad?

Pick your category and seat type. The cutoff ranges are CUET PG score ranges for this course.

Category
Seat type
General · All India
180 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
150 to 179: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 150: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
General · PwBD seat
155 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
125 to 154: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 125: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
OBC-NCL · All India
160 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
130 to 159: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 130: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
OBC-NCL · PwBD seat
135 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
105 to 134: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 105: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
SC · All India
130 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
105 to 129: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 105: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
SC · PwBD seat
105 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
80 to 104: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 80: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
ST · All India
115 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
90 to 114: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 90: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
ST · PwBD seat
90 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
65 to 89: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 65: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
EWS · All India
165 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
135 to 164: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 135: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
EWS · PwBD seat
140 and above: yes, you are in. Keep MA Telugu high on your form.
110 to 139: almost there. Wait for selected and waiting lists.
Below 110: not this year. Try again with a stronger CUET PG score.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The first selected list is the safe number. A waiting list can help only if you keep every paper and the fee ready.

University of Hyderabad MA Telugu Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the university.

Category
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Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Telangana ST fee adjustment
INR 10,560
Telangana Social Welfare Department
Tuition fee is adjusted after sanction if funds reach the university.
Who qualifies: ST from Telangana, family income below INR 2 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
National Scholarship Portal aid
INR 4,000
Ministry portal and linked departments
Paid after document checks if the scheme matches your category.
Who qualifies: eligible category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
PwBD fee waiver
INR 10,560
University of Hyderabad
Tuition fee is waived for students admitted under the PwBD category.
Who qualifies: PwBD certificate and admission in that categoryApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 6,000
Backward Classes Welfare Department
Paid after the income and category papers are checked.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the university about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 4,000
Your net course fee: INR 13,940
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 17,940
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 7,940
Estimated total waiver
INR 14,560
Your net course fee: INR 3,380
Estimated total waiver
INR 14,560
Your net course fee: INR 3,380

University of Hyderabad MA Telugu vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to University of Hyderabad. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 17,940
tuition + student funds
INR 17,940
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Average payNIRF PG 2-year median
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Placement ratePG 2-year students placed
73%
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Closing scoreCUET PG, General
180
2026 score range
180
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180
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180
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SeatsMA Telugu intake
56
CUET PG
56
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Osmania Univ prints similar public data for this comparison, so the decision rests on course fit and list movement. If UOH gives you MA Telugu, take it for its Telugu department and residential campus.
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EFLU prints similar public data for this comparison, so the decision rests on course fit and list movement. If UOH gives you MA Telugu, take it for its Telugu department and residential campus.
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Telugu Univ prints similar public data for this comparison, so the decision rests on course fit and list movement. If UOH gives you MA Telugu, take it for its Telugu department and residential campus.
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Madras Univ prints similar public data for this comparison, so the decision rests on course fit and list movement. If UOH gives you MA Telugu, take it for its Telugu department and residential campus.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on University of Hyderabad MA Telugu

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MA Telugu at University of Hyderabad worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want Telugu teaching, translation, writing or research. The full fee without hostel is INR 17,940, so the cost is low for a central university course. The NIRF PG 2-year median pay is INR 6.5 LPA. Use the fee block above before you decide on hostel cost.
Should I take this course if my CUET PG score is near the cutoff?▾
Yes, but keep your papers ready. The General score range on this page starts around 180, and waiting lists can move after the first list. If your score is close, track every selected list and pay the fee only when your name appears.
What job can I get after MA Telugu from UOH?▾
Most students use this degree for teaching, translation, publishing, media, research or civil service preparation. The page uses INR 6.5 LPA as the PG 2-year median pay from NIRF, not a course-only salary. Build a writing sample and translation sample before semester 4.
Who should pick MA Telugu at UOH?▾
Pick it if you already like Telugu literature and want a low-fee, research-heavy central university course. The department covers classical literature, modern writing, Telugu linguistics and translation. If you want a quick corporate placement route, add job skills outside class from the first semester.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you want a course built mainly for corporate hiring. MA Telugu is stronger for language, literature, teaching and research paths. The placement rate printed here is a PG 2-year university figure, so ask the department about course-level support before you join.
Is this course right for higher studies?▾
Yes, it is right for higher studies if you want Telugu language or literature research. The course has 86 credits and covers criticism, linguistics, grammar and translation. Keep seminar papers and a writing sample ready, because those matter for PhD interviews later.
Is the hostel worth adding to the fee?▾
It depends on where you live. UOH has 23 hostels on a 2,000 acre campus, so staying inside can save travel time. The fee block adds INR 1.20 Lakhs as hostel and mess cost. Confirm your room and mess charge before you pay.
Should I wait a year for a better CUET PG score?▾
Wait only if your score is much lower than the score range. If you are near 180 as a General student, apply and watch the lists. A year helps only when you can raise your CUET PG score and keep Telugu revision steady.
Is MA Telugu better than Integrated MA Telugu for me?▾
MA Telugu is better if you already have a bachelor degree and want a two-year PG route. Integrated MA Telugu is for students after Class 12 and takes five years. If you meet the MA rule, choose the two-year course and save time.
How do I get admission to MA Telugu at UOH?▾
Write CUET PG LAQP36, then apply on the UOH Samarth portal after the scorecard. UOH makes selected and waiting lists from scores and documents. If your name appears, pay the admission fee by the listed date and report with original papers.
What is the full fee for MA Telugu at UOH?▾
The full 2-year fee without hostel is INR 17,940. With hostel and mess, the page estimate is INR 1.38 Lakhs. The refundable deposit is shown apart from the total. Use the fee toggle above to see both totals before you decide.
Can scholarships reduce the fee?▾
Yes, but only when your category and income papers match a scheme. The calculator shows waivers from INR 4,000 to INR 14,560. PwBD and Telangana ST fee rules can cut the tuition fee. Check the scholarship block and keep certificates ready before admission.

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University of Hyderabad: 1 Answered Question

Does the Central University of Hyderabad offer UG courses or any integrated courses?

Sudeshna Bhar
Anushua MitraM.A (Political science) from University of Hyderabad (2020)

Yes, Hyderabad Central University offers various integrated courses in science, social science, and humanities. 

  • In Humanities there is a five-year integrated program, i.e. language science, there are also Hindi and Tamil. 
  • In social sciences, the integrated programs include Anthropology, History, Economics, Political Science, and Sociology. 
  • In Science, the university offers Integrated M.Tech in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, System Biology, Earth Science. They also offer professional courses, i.e. IMSC Optometry, IMSC Health Psychology.

These are the courses Hyderabad Central University offer in undergraduate.

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