RCU Palamu MA Psychology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MA Psychology programme at RCU covers developmental psychology, social psychology, abnormal and clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, personality theories, counselling psychology, psychological testing, research methodology, and statistics for psychology. The four-semester curriculum also includes practical training in psychological assessment tools, case study analysis, and small research projects to develop applied skills.

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MA Psychology 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). 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.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, preferably in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related 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 with no entrance examination requirement.

Ans. MA Psychology graduates from RCU can pursue careers as counsellors in schools, hospitals, and community health organisations, or as human resource professionals in organisations that value behavioural and interpersonal skills training. Other career paths include rehabilitation worker, child guidance counsellor, social welfare officer, and teaching at college level after qualifying UGC NET in Psychology. Further study such as M.Phil or Ph.D opens research and clinical roles.

Ans. Yes, MA Psychology graduates from RCU are eligible for various government competitive examinations. They can appear for the Jharkhand Public Service Commission and UPSC Civil Services examinations, as Psychology is an optional subject in UPSC Mains. Teaching positions in government degree colleges are accessible after qualifying UGC NET in Psychology. Recruitment as probation officers and counsellors in government correctional and welfare departments is also an option.