Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee + Exam Fee (Year 1)	INR 10,000
Prospectus Fee (one-time)	INR 1,000
Admission Fee (one-time)	INR 500
Registration Fee (one-time)	INR 1,500
Tuition Fee + Exam Fee (Year 2)	INR 10,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 23,000

Annual tuition fee is INR 6,000 per year and examination fee is INR 2,000 per semester (INR 4,000 per year) as per the official fee structure published by RCU.

One-time charges payable in the first year include a prospectus fee of INR 1,000, admission fee of INR 500, and registration fee of INR 1,500.

Total fees for the two-year MA programme amount to INR 23,000. All specialisations carry an identical fee structure.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Opens	June 2026
Application Deadline	July 2026
Merit List Publication	July 2026
Document Verification	August 2026
Classes Commence	August 2026

Admission to the MA programme is merit-based on graduation marks; no entrance examination is required.

Candidates must apply online through the university portal at rcu.edu.in and upload required documents for verification.

Students appearing in their final graduation examination in 2026 may apply provisionally, subject to submitting their final mark sheet before enrolment is confirmed.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject from a recognised university; a minimum of 45% marks is generally required (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Jharkhand Government norms).

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, History, Sociology, Public Administration, or Social Sciences are particularly suited for the MA Political Science specialisation.

Candidates from related disciplines such as Social Work, Economics, History, Political Science, or Sociology are eligible depending on the chosen specialisation.

SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation in admission criteria as per Jharkhand Government and UGC norms.

Admission Process

Visit rcu.edu.in and fill the online application form for the MA programme, selecting the desired specialisation.

Upload scanned copies of graduation mark sheets, transfer certificate, photograph, and signature.

Pay the application fee online as indicated on the university portal.

Await the merit list published by the university; shortlisted candidates must report for document verification on the notified date with original certificates.

Pay the first-year fees at the university to confirm enrolment.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post Matric Scholarship (Jharkhand Govt.)	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC students from Jharkhand; applied via National Scholarship Portal
Central Sector Scholarship	As per government norms	Merit-cum-means basis; family income below specified limit
University Merit Scholarship	Merit-based award	Students with outstanding academic performance; amount as notified by RCU

Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in; students must register and apply before the notified deadlines.

Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to annual government notifications and university-level approvals; students should apply within the first month of the academic year.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science FAQs

Ques. What subjects are covered in the MA Political Science programme at RCU?

Ans. The MA Political Science at RCU covers political theory, Indian government and politics, comparative government and politics, international relations, public administration, constitutional law, political sociology, research methodology, and foreign policy. The four-semester curriculum includes seminars, research projects, and internal assessments alongside written examinations to develop analytical and critical thinking skills.

Ques. What are the total fees for MA Political Science at RCU Palamu?

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MA Political Science programme at RCU is INR 23,000. This includes an annual tuition fee of INR 6,000 per year and an examination fee of INR 2,000 per semester (INR 4,000 per year), along with one-time charges of INR 1,000 as prospectus fee, INR 500 as admission fee, and INR 1,500 as registration fee payable in the first year.

Ques. What is the eligibility for MA Political Science at RCU?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, preferably in Political Science, History, Sociology, Public Administration, or any Social Science discipline. A minimum of 45 percent marks at graduation level is generally required; SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation as per Jharkhand Government norms. Admission is merit-based on graduation marks; no entrance examination is conducted.

Ques. What career options are available after MA Political Science from RCU?

Ans. MA Political Science graduates from RCU are well-positioned for the Jharkhand Public Service Commission, UPSC Civil Services, and other competitive government examinations. Career options also include journalism, political research, academic teaching (after completing NET/SET), law school (with an LLB), roles in NGOs and policy think-tanks, and positions in international organisations. Teaching in colleges after qualifying UGC NET is a common pathway.

Ques. Can MA Political Science graduates from RCU appear for the UPSC Civil Services?

Ans. Yes, MA Political Science graduates from RCU are eligible to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, as candidates with any bachelor’s degree or higher qualification from a recognised university can apply. The Political Science and International Relations optional in the UPSC Mains is a popular choice for MA Political Science graduates. State PSC examinations in Jharkhand are also accessible to these graduates.

RCU Palamu MA Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Fees

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Admission 2026

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science Scholarships 2026

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Ramchandra Chandravansi University MA Political Science FAQs

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