SNU Noida Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Research) (Economics): Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The B.Sc. (Research) in Economics at Shiv Nadar University (SNU), Greater Noida is a rigorous 4-year full-time undergraduate program offered by the Department of Economics under the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS). The program is designed to be comparable to internationally acclaimed Economics programs, combining strong theoretical foundations with hands-on data-handling and computational skills. Annual tuition fee is Rs. 6,00,000 with total 4-year tuition fees amounting to Rs. 24,00,000 (subject to annual revision of up to 8%). Admission is primarily through SNUSAT, JEE Main, SAT, ACT, or CUET. The program has a seat intake of approximately 30 students per batch and is offered in full-time on-campus mode, making it one of the most sought-after Economics programs in India for students seeking a research-oriented undergraduate degree.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently ongoing (Round 2). The Round 2 Phase 1 application deadline is April 30, 2026, and Phase 2 deadline is May 31, 2026. Students are advised to apply at the earliest as seats are limited.

Key Points

• The program is titled B.Sc. (Research) in Economics, reflecting its strong emphasis on research methodology, data analysis, and independent thinking from the undergraduate level itself.
• Students benefit from a multidisciplinary curriculum that includes courses from Computer Science, Mathematics, English, and Sociology alongside core Economics courses.
• The Department of Economics at SNU is one of the premier Economics departments in India, established in 2012, with faculty trained at top global research universities.
• Students can pursue a Minor in Economics if enrolled in other programs, and the department also offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Economics for those wishing to continue in academia.
• The program includes representative core courses such as Principles of Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Game Theory, International Economics, Probability and Statistics, and Econometrics, along with electives like Labor Economics, Money and Banking, Public Economics, and Advanced Econometrics.
• SNU is recognized as an Institution of Eminence (IoE) by the Government of India, which adds significant value to the degree.

SNU B.Sc. (Research) Economics Fees

Fee Structure

• Tuition fee and living charges are subject to annual revision of up to 8%.
• The Refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 30,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the university.
• Hostel accommodation is not mandatory; students who do not opt for hostel will not be charged living expenses.
• For non-AC twin sharing rooms, the living charges are Rs. 2,28,500 per year.
• Living charges include hostel fees, mess charges, laundry charges, and access to 24x7 primary medical services.
• Education loans are available through partner banks including SBI, HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Canara Bank, Avanse, and others.
• EMI options are available through GrayQuest and Propelld.
• Tax benefit on education loan interest is available under Section 80E of the Income Tax Act.

SNU B.Sc. (Research) Economics Admission 2026

College-Specific Admission Dates

Accepted Entrance Exam Dates

• SNUSAT is an online home-proctored test conducted across 6 cycles from January 2026 to July 2026.
• CUET route is available only after declaration of CUET results, subject to seat availability.
• College Board SAT and ACT scores are also accepted.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with an aggregate of at least 65% in all subjects listed in the marksheet.
• English and Mathematics must be compulsory subjects in Class 12.
• For IB Board students: Aggregate of 28 grade points out of 45 or 65% equivalent.
• For Cambridge Board students: Minimum 2 subjects at A level with aggregate of 65% PUM.

Admission Process

• Register and fill the online application form at snuadmissions.com and select the preferred admission route (SNUSAT / JEE Main / SAT / ACT / CUET).
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 2,500 to complete the application.
• Appear for SNUSAT (online home-proctored test) if applying through the SNUSAT route; schedule the test from the application dashboard.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interview (online) at the university's discretion.
• Receive conditional offer letter upon selection; pay fees by the deadline mentioned in the offer letter to confirm admission.
• Submit original documents for verification at the time of joining.

SNU B.Sc. (Research) Economics Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• All scholarships are valid for 4 years provided the student maintains a minimum CGPA of 7.0, minimum 75% attendance each semester, and no disciplinary action is pending.
• Two scholarships cannot be held simultaneously; students must choose one if awarded more than one.
• Scholarship and Financial Aid cannot be clubbed together.
• For scholarship queries, write to scholarship@snu.edu.in; for financial aid, write to financialaid@snu.edu.in.
• All scholarship decisions rest solely with the university and are not subject to challenge or appeal.