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Yes, the M.A. in Development Studies eligibility criteria differ for the reserved category candidates at IIT Mandi. The minimum marks required for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates is 50% marks/5.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale/equivalent, whereas for general candidates, it is 55% marks/6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale/equivalent.

To seek direct admission for the M.A. in Development Studies course at IIT Mandi, the eligibility criteria are:
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of a three/four-year Bachelor Degree (B.A./ B.Sc./ B.Tech./ B.E. or equivalent) with at least 55% marks/6.0 CGPA on a scale of a 10-point/equivalent.
- A minimum of 50% marks/5.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale/equivalent for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates.
- Applicants awaiting final results in the qualifying exam are also eligible to apply, but their final selection will be contingent on the production of the final mark/grade sheet satisfying minimum marks.

The IIT Mandi offers admission to the M.A. in Development Studies course based on the following criteria:
1. 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA in a three/four-year Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University or Institute.
2. Applicants awaiting final results in the qualifying exam are also eligible to apply, but their final selection will be contingent on the production of the final mark/grade sheet satisfying minimum marks.
The mode of selection includes:
1. Shortlisting of candidates based on their application.
2. Written Test and/or Interview for shortlisted candidates.

Candidates who have qualified for the award of a three/four-year Bachelor Degree (B.A./ B.Sc./ B.Tech./ B.E. or equivalent), after 10+2 or equivalent schooling, from a recognised University or Institute with at least 55% marks/6.0 CGPA on a scale of a 10-point/equivalent (a minimum of 50% marks/5.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale/equivalent for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates), are eligible to apply for admission to the M.A. in Development Studies program.

Overhead expenses during M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi include:
- Course fee: Rs 30,000/- per semester (average)
- Mess Charges (to be paid to the vendor through Institute as per actual):- For B.Tech./BS/Preparatory/MBA/M.Sc./MA /I.Ph.D*./I-MBA/B.Tech-M.Tech Dual Degree (1st to 4th Year)/including foreign national students: Rs 9,600 (Vacation Category) and Rs 15,360 (Non-Vacation Category)- For M.Tech., M.Tech (R)/MA (R)/MS (R)/Ph.D./Part-time and ERP M.Tech (R)./MA (R)/MS (R)/Ph.D. (at Residential Semester)/including foreign national students: Rs 14,400 (Vacation Category) and Rs 23,300 (Non-Vacation Category)

The components of fees for M.A. in Development Studies course at IIT Mandi are:
- Tuition fees
- Mess charges (to be paid to the vendor through Institute as per actual, approximately rate given below)
- Other fees (not specified)

Note: The SC/ST/PH students are given 100% exemption from tuition fees.

Yes, besides the tuition fee, students of M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi need to pay additional fees, including mess charges (approximately ₹9,600 for B.Tech./BS/Preparatory/MBA/M.Sc./MA/I-Ph.D./I-MBA/B.Tech-M.Tech Dual Degree), and other institute fees as specified for the academic year 2024-25 (odd semester).

To apply for M.A. in Development Studies admission at IIT Mandi, the documents required include:

1. 10+2 or equivalent schooling certificates


2. Bachelor Degree certificates (B.A./ B.Sc./ B.Tech./ B.E. or equivalent)


3. Mark/grade sheet satisfying minimum marks


4. Certificate for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates (if applicable)


5. Final result of the qualifying exam (if awaiting results)

For reserved category students, the admission criteria for M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi is a minimum of 50% marks/5.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale/equivalent. The mode of selection includes a written test and/or interview, and the list of shortlisted candidates will be notified on the IIT Mandi website.

Yes, there is an entrance exam required for admission to M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi. The admission process includes a written test and/or interview.

No, counselling is not required for admission to M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi. The admission process includes a written test and/or interview.

To get admission to M.A. in Development Studies at IIT Mandi, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree (B.Tech./ B.E. or equivalent) with at least 55% marks/6.0 CGPA. They can apply online, and the list of shortlisted candidates will be notified on the IIT Mandi website. The admission process includes a written test and/or interview, and the final selection will be contingent on the production of the final mark/grade sheet satisfying minimum marks.

To get a seat in IIT Mandi for M.A. in Development Studies, candidates must have a three/four-year Bachelor Degree with at least 55% marks/6.0 CGPA. They can fill the online application form available on the IIT Mandi website. The admission process includes a written test and/or interview, and the list of shortlisted candidates will be notified on the IIT Mandi website.

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