M.A. (Indian Philosophy and Religion)

Master of Arts in Indian Philosophy and Religion

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) or Master of Arts in Indian Philosophy and Religion is a Post-Graduate philosophical course. Indian philosophy defines the traditions of philosophical thoughts that have origin in the Indian sub-continent including the northern Indian religious sects: Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism.

Indian philosophy is an amalgamation of many religious thoughts and principles. The Master of Arts course in Indian Philosophy and Religion studies the classical aspects of both Indian philosophy and religion and it is divided into four semesters. The duration of the Master of Arts course in Indian Philosophy and Religion is two years degree program.

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have B.A (Hons.)/ B.A in Philosophy from a recognized University or equivalent under at least 10+2+3 pattern securing a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate including all subjects studied at B.A level.
• B.A (Hons.) / B.A should be done securing a minimum of 50% in the aggregate.

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Entrance Test

• Admission criterion is an entrance examination Postgraduate Entrance Test (PET) generally conducted between May and June every year.
• Generally, notification for the Entrance Examination will be released during February every year.

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Syllabus

Syllabus of Indian Philosophy and Religion as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Colleges

• Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
• University of Madras, Chennai
• Banaras Hindu University - BHU, Varanasi

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Course Suitability

• Applicants who have willed of knowing about the origin and other aspects of Indian philosophy and religion are most suitable for this philosophical course. 
• Candidates who are thinking of adopting the teaching profession then further higher degrees can go for this course. 
• Students understand the major figures in the history of philosophy; critical thinking; analytical reasoning; problem-solving and written communication.

How is the M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Course Beneficial?

• The greatest benefit of this philosophical course is that it creates harmony in society as the students know about our past during the course. 
• Degree holders can become teachers and lecturers in these subjects in both the government and private institutes. 
• After passing the course, they can have jobs related to teaching and academia; working in publishing and writing; working across faiths and traditions.

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Employment Areas

• Art Galleries
• Charities
• Educational Institutes
• Museums
• NGOs
• Philosophy & Culture Centres

M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion) Job Types

• Assistant Professor
• Librarian
• Religious Preacher
• Sales Representative
• Teacher and Lecturer

Advanced Courses in M.A (Indian Philosophy and Religion)

• MBA
• M.Phil
• Ph.D