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Online MA from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)

Master of Arts · Bengaluru, Karnataka

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

2 years

Total fee

₹15,000

Specialisations

1

UGC

UGC-entitled programmes, as stated by JA

About JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) in Bengaluru grew out of the Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain educational trust and runs its online degrees through JAIN Online. The online range covers the MBA, MCA, M.Com, MA, BBA, BCA and B.Com, each offered with a menu of electives that are priced separately.

More about JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)

Online MA from JAIN (Deemed-to-be 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
UniversityJAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
ProgrammeOnline MA (Master of Arts)
EligibilityBachelor's degree in any discipline
Duration2 years
Total fee₹15,000
ModeLive and recorded classes on JAIN Online's platform
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC, NAAC, AICTE, WES, KSURF

Specialisations

Jainology, Comparative Religion and Philosophy

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

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₹15,000

The only MA elective shown in October 2026. It's a specialist subject, so the low fee isn't comparable with general MA programmes elsewhere.

Scholarships

  • 15% discount when you pay the full programme fee upfront
  • Scholarships listed on JAIN Online's scholarships page (criteria set by the university)

Syllabus

JAIN (Deemed-to-be 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
UGCUGC-entitled programmes, as stated by JAIN Online (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session)
NAACA++
AICTEBBA, MBA, BCA and MCA approved, as stated by JAIN Online
WESRecognised by WES for the USA and Canada, as stated by JAIN Online
KSURF5-star rating from the Karnataka State Higher Education Council

Admission process

  1. Submit the online application
  2. Enrol in your programme and elective
  3. Pay the fee (one-time with 15% off, or EMI)
  4. Get your portal login within 48 hours of confirmation

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
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
Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹1,00,000–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
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FAQs

Is the Online MA from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) valid?

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is listed as: UGC UGC-entitled programmes, as stated by JAIN Online (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session); NAAC A++; AICTE BBA, MBA, BCA and MCA approved, as stated by JAIN Online. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹15,000. The only MA elective shown in October 2026. It's a specialist subject, so the low fee isn't comparable with general MA programmes elsewhere.

What is the eligibility?

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

How long does it take?

2 years

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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