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Online MA from Chandigarh University

Master of Arts · Mohali, Punjab

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Total fee

₹1,00,000

Specialisations

3

UGC-DEB

Entitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB appro

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a private university at Gharuan near Mohali, Punjab, set up in 2012. Its online division, CU Online, runs UGC-entitled online MBA, MCA, MA, M.Sc, BBA, BCA and BA programmes, many with a long list of specialisations; the MBA alone lists 26.

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Online MA from Chandigarh University: overview

An online MA (Master of Arts) is a two-year postgraduate degree in a humanities or social-science subject, studied online over four semesters. Universities offer it in subjects such as English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication.

Key highlights

Key highlights
CategoryDetails
UniversityChandigarh University
ProgrammeOnline MA (Master of Arts)
EligibilityBachelor's degree in any discipline; some subjects expect a related undergraduate subject (for example economics for MA Economics)
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Total fee₹1,00,000
ModeRecorded and live sessions on CU's learning management system
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC-DEB, NAAC, NIRF, QS, AICTE, WES

Specialisations

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree in any discipline; some subjects expect a related undergraduate subject (for example economics for MA Economics)

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.

Fees, EMI and scholarships

Fees
FeeAmount
Total programme fee₹1,00,000

List fee October 2026; ₹75,000 after the 25% early-bird scholarship (₹18,750 a semester).

Scholarships

  • Early-bird scholarship: 25% on most programmes (10–20% on some, such as the MBA and BBA in Business Analytics)
  • Seat booking with ₹10,000; the balance follows the chosen payment plan

Syllabus

Chandigarh University doesn't publish a semester-wise syllabus for this programme online. This is the typical core syllabus; ask our counsellor for the university's own curriculum.

Semester 1

  • Foundation courses in your subject (e.g. Literary Theory, Microeconomics, Political Theory)
  • Research and Academic Writing
  • One elective

Semester 2

  • Core courses in your subject (e.g. Indian Writing in English, Macroeconomics, Indian Government and Politics)
  • Research Methodology
  • One elective

Semester 3

  • Advanced core courses
  • Two subject electives
  • Skill or value-added course

Semester 4

  • Advanced core course
  • Subject elective
  • Dissertation or project

Rankings and approvals

Approvals
BodyStatus
UGC-DEBEntitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB approval document (August 2026)
NAACA+
NIRF19 among universities (2025), as stated by CU Online
QSListed in QS World University Rankings 2025, as stated by CU Online
AICTEMBA and MCA described as AICTE-approved by CU Online
WESDegrees recognised by WES, as stated by CU Online

Admission process

  1. Choose your programme and specialisation on onlinecu.in
  2. Fill in the online application form (₹500 prospectus fee)
  3. Upload Aadhaar, address proof and your mark sheets
  4. Pay the fee annually, by semester or through no-cost EMI
  5. Get your learning platform login

Career opportunities

Careers
RoleTypical salary
Teacher (with B.Ed) or Lecturer (with NET/SET)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year for high-school teachers; middle 80% earn ₹1.1 lakh–₹8.8 lakh (PayScale India, updated May 2026). Government school pay follows the state or central pay scale.
Content Writer or EditorAverage base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
JournalistAverage base pay about ₹3.8 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2 lakh–₹9.9 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2025; small sample)
Social Media ManagerAverage base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Research or Policy AnalystVaries widely by organisation; think tanks and NGOs often pay less than corporate roles.

Other universities for the Online MA

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka2 years₹15,000–Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹66,000₹16,500Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹80,000₹20,000Details
Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan24 months (4 semesters)₹80,000–Details
Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹84,000–Details
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
Compare Chandigarh University with others

FAQs

Is the Online MA from Chandigarh University valid?

Chandigarh University is listed as: UGC-DEB Entitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB approval document (August 2026); NAAC A+; NIRF 19 among universities (2025), as stated by CU Online. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹1,00,000. List fee October 2026; ₹75,000 after the 25% early-bird scholarship (₹18,750 a semester).

What is the eligibility?

Bachelor's degree in any discipline; some subjects expect a related undergraduate subject (for example economics for MA Economics)

How long does it take?

2 years (4 semesters)

Which subjects can I study in an online MA?

It depends on the university. Common subjects are English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication. Each university page lists its options.

Can I do an MA in a subject I didn't study at graduation?

Most universities accept graduates of any stream for most subjects. A few ask for the subject at graduation, especially for Psychology and Economics.

Is an online MA valid for NET, SET and teaching jobs?

Under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, an online degree from an entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to the regular degree. Check the specific exam or job notification for any additional conditions.

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