PGUGC-entitledNAAC A+

SMU Online MA (Sociology)

About this Program

SMU's online MA (Sociology) covers social research, rural development, and social work from a Manipal Group university at just ₹37,500 per year. The 2-year NAAC A+ accredited UGC-entitled degree is open to graduates from any stream. A practical choice for aspirants in social work, the development sector, or civil services preparation.

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree with minimum 45% marks

If you qualify, talk to a free counsellor to confirm your eligibility and check available scholarships.

Program Details

UniversitySikkim Manipal University (Online)

ProgramMA (Sociology)

Degree LevelPostgraduate (PG)

Duration2 years

Annual Fees₹37,500

Monthly EMI (est.)≈ ₹3,125/month*

Total Fees₹75,000

ModeOnline

AccreditationNAAC A+

UGC-entitledYes

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

Savings Available

Earlybird & Scholarship Pricing for MA (Sociology)

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

Available Specializations

Social Research Rural Development Social Work

Why This Program?

Manipal Group backed
Affordable arts PG
Pan-India recognition

Pros & Cons — SMU Online

Pros

Social sciences postgraduate from Manipal Group institution
Good for NGO, development sector and research career aspirants
Affordable fees

Cons

Narrow private-sector opportunities for sociology graduates
Small peer cohort

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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 (Sociology) 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 (Sociology) at Sikkim Manipal University (Online) costs ₹37,500/year, with a total fee of ₹75,000 over 2 years.

Bachelor's degree with minimum 45% marks

The MA (Sociology) at Sikkim Manipal University (Online) has a duration of 2 years.

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.