BBAU MA Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. BBAU uses CUET-PG test paper code HUQP18 for admission to MA Political Science. Candidates appearing in Political Science, Public Administration, or related Social Science papers under HUQP18 are eligible. The CUET-PG score in this paper determines the merit rank for all 50 seats at BBAU, Lucknow. The application to BBAU must be submitted separately after appearing for CUET-PG.

Ans. Candidates need a graduation degree with at least 50% marks in Social Sciences such as Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology, History, Economics, or International Relations from a recognized university. The minimum percentage is relaxed to 45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates. A valid CUET-PG score in paper HUQP18 is also mandatory for admission to MA Political Science at BBAU.

Ans. The total fee for MA Political Science at BBAU over 2 years is INR 13,900 for regular seat holders. This includes tuition of INR 6,000, examination and medical fees of INR 3,600, and other charges of INR 4,300 covering registration, caution money, and annual fees. Paid seat holders pay INR 15,000 per semester in tuition. SC/ST students in regular seats receive full tuition fee exemption.

Ans. MA Political Science from BBAU is a relevant postgraduate qualification for UPSC Civil Services aspirants, providing academic grounding in political theory, Indian polity, public administration, and international relations. BBAU’s location in Lucknow also allows students to observe state-level governance structures closely. The degree additionally qualifies graduates for UGC NET/JRF and academic positions in Political Science.

Ans. Graduates can pursue civil services through UPSC or state PCS examinations, academic careers through UGC NET/JRF, or roles in research institutes, think tanks, NGOs, and policy advocacy organisations. Journalism, public relations, and international organisations are also common paths. The NAAC A++ accreditation and central university status of BBAU lends credibility to the degree in competitive application processes.

Ans. Candidates must carry qualifying degree mark sheets (self-attested), character certificate from the last institution, migration certificate, CUET-PG scorecard, and valid photo identity. SC/ST/PwD/EWS candidates must also carry their respective certificates issued by a competent authority. All documents must be submitted in original for verification along with a set of self-attested photocopies as per BBAU admission regulations.