What is the difference between Distance MA and Regular MA?

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    Sarjana Sinha | Contributor-Level 10

    6 months ago

    Both courses provide master's degree in selected course specializations such as History, Political Science, Psychology, Philosophy, English, Economics, and other subjects. 

    A general difference between both courses are clarified by the following table.

    ParticularsDistance MA Regular MA
    Course LevelPost-graduation LevelPost-graduation Level
    Course Duration2 to 5 years2 years
    Admission Processmerit-based and entrance exam basedmerit-based and entrance exam based
    Eligibility Criteriaat least 50% marks in graduationat least 50% marks in graduation
    Entrance ExamsCUET PG, JMI Entrance, etc.CUET PG, CPGET,  AP PGCET, URATPG,  Vardhman CET, JMI Entrance,  GATE, and others.
    Best Colleges in IndiaIGNOU, University of Madras, Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, University of Delhi, Netaji Subhas Open University, etc.Banaras Hindu University, Hindu College,  GATE,0 University Noida, Lady Shri Ram College for Women,  Hansraj College, St. Xavier's college, etc.
    Average Course Fees (annually)INR 880 - INR 30,000INR 1,000 - INR 40,000 

     Disclaimer: The information given in the above table is taken from external sources and may vary.

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