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Online MA in Political Science

Master of Arts, specialisation in Political Science

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Programme

Online MA

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Offered by

3 of 8 universities

Mode

Online, UGC-entitled

About the Online MA in Political Science

Political theory, Indian government, international relations and public administration. A popular choice for civil-services aspirants.

The first year covers the core MA subjects; the specialisation subjects come in the later semesters. See the full Online MA syllabus.

What you study

  • Political Theory
  • Indian Government and Politics
  • Comparative Politics
  • International Relations
  • Public Administration
  • Indian Political Thought

Universities offering the Online MA in Political Science

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹80,000₹20,000Details
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹1,30,000–Details
O.P. Jindal Global University OnlineSonipat, Haryana12–24 months (12 courses)₹3,00,000–Details

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Eligibility and duration

A bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Most universities accept any stream, often with 40% to 50% marks; a few ask for the subject at graduation level, especially for Psychology and Economics.

Duration
Programme length2 years (4 semesters)
Maximum time allowedUsually 4 years
CreditsAround 72 to 80 credits, depending on the university
ModeOnline lectures, reading material, assignments, discussion forums and a dissertation
ExamsEnd-of-semester exams, mostly online with remote proctoring
Weekly study timePlan for 8 to 12 hours a week

Careers and salary

  • Policy Researcher
  • Teacher or Lecturer
  • Political Analyst
  • NGO Programme Officer

FAQs

What is an Online MA in Political Science?

Political theory, Indian government, international relations and public administration. A popular choice for civil-services aspirants.

Who can apply?

A bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Most universities accept any stream, often with 40% to 50% marks; a few ask for the subject at graduation level, especially for Psychology and Economics.

What does it cost?

Total fees at the universities we compare range from ₹80,000 to ₹3,00,000 (list prices, October 2026).

What jobs can I get?

Typical roles include Policy Researcher, Teacher or Lecturer, Political Analyst, NGO Programme Officer.

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