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SMU Online MA

Sikkim Manipal University (Online)

About this Program

Sikkim Manipal University's online MA is a 2-year UGC-DEB entitled postgraduate arts program from the Manipal Group. Available in Economics, English, Political Science, Sociology, and Journalism & Mass Communication at ₹18,000/semester (₹72,000 total). As a Manipal Group university, SMU's MA carries strong pan-India recognition and no-cost EMI options.

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree

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Program Details

UniversitySikkim Manipal University (Online)
ProgramMA
Degree LevelPostgraduate (PG)
Duration24 months
Annual Fees₹36,000
Monthly EMI (est.)≈ ₹3,000/month*
Total Fees₹72,000
ModeOnline
AccreditationNAAC A+
UGC-entitledYes

Fees & offers last updated 12 Jun 2026.

* Approximate monthly instalment based on annual fee ÷ 12. Actual EMI options vary by university.

Savings Available

Earlybird & Scholarship Pricing for MA

Many universities offer 8–15% earlybird discounts for one-time fee payment and up to 25% merit scholarships based on your academic record. Talk to a counsellor to check what applies to SMU Online.

Admissions & Intake

Intake Sessions
January & July

Pros & Cons — SMU Online

Pros
  • Humanities postgraduate from Manipal Group institution at moderate fees
  • Flexible for working graduates seeking a postgraduate credential
  • Manipal Group accreditation adds institutional trust
Cons
  • Industry demand for MA generalists is narrower than for management or tech streams
  • Smaller cohort sizes reduce peer networking

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Sikkim Manipal University (Online) holds UGC-DEB (Distance Education Bureau) entitlement — the specific approval required to award 100% online degrees in India. The MA degree is legally equivalent to an on-campus degree under UGC Regulations 2020, and is accepted for government jobs, UPSC, and higher education admissions.

The MA at Sikkim Manipal University (Online) costs ₹36,000/year, with a total fee of ₹72,000 over 24 months.

Bachelor's degree

The MA at Sikkim Manipal University (Online) has a duration of 24 months.

Yes. Online degrees from UGC-DEB entitled universities like Sikkim Manipal University (Online) are accepted for all government job applications, UPSC examinations, and higher education admissions in India.

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