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Master of Arts in English is a two-year postgraduate degree focusing on literature and language in English around the world. MA English programmes allow students to study the remarkable literary works of notable English scholars and writers. Pursuing an MA in English from a reputable university not only improves your language skills and critical thinking ability but also opens the door to a variety of professional opportunities.

Admission to the MA in English degree program is based on both entrance tests and merit. For MA in English Admission, major colleges like Calcutta University, St Xaviers College Kolkata, and Presidency College conduct own/statelevel entrance exams, whereas DU, BHU, JNU, and all central universities in India are admitted through CUET PG. In this blog, we’re offering a list of the top universities for MA English under CUE

List of Universities for MA English under CUET PG

Under CUET PG Admission, MA English is one of the most widely popular courses among all the Master’s programmes of Language subjects. As a result, almost all the CUET PG participating Universities offer MA English programmes based on the entrance exam results. Some Top Universities offering MA English under CUET PG include Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Central University of Rajasthan, University of Lucknow, University of Hyderabad, and Banaras Hindu University.

The initial eligibility for the MA English course is that Candidates must have graduated in any discipline with at least 50%. In order to be admitted to the MA English via CUET PG, applicants must take the LAQP01 paper code test. Aside from MA English, the LAQP01 paper code covers the following MA programs: Comparative Literature, English Language Studies, English Teaching, English and Cultural Studies, Modern European Literature, and English (Cafeteria). You will just need to take LAQP01 to qualify for and be admitted to all of these MA courses, including MA English Literature.

Read| CUET PG MA English Syllabus & Paper Pattern

Top Universities for MA English under CUET PG

In this Video, Ashish Sir provides you with complete guidance in choosing the best university for pursuing a Master’s in English through CUET.

List of Top Universities for MA English under CUET PG

Check out the List of Top universities that offer MA English courses through CUET PG along with Seat intake capacity.

Name of the university	Offered Seats
Jawaharlal Nehru University	39
Delhi University	400
English and Foreign Languages University	90
Central university of Rajasthan	35
Banaras Hindu University	167
University of Hyderabad	56
Visva-Bharati University, West Bengal	58
Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (A Central University), Lucknow	74
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University.Dwarka	60
University of Jammu	46
Central University Of Karnataka, Kalaburagi	33
Central University of Kashmir, Ganderbal	46
Pondicherry University, Puducherry	125
Manipur University, Imphal	22
Tezpur University,Tezpur	63
Sikkim University.Gangtok	35

DU Affiliated Colleges Offering MA English

All the DU Affiliated colleges under Delhi University offer MA English only through CUET PG SCores. Check out the list of the DU Affiliated Colleges Offering MA English under CUET PG

DU Affiliated Colleges Offering MA English under CUET PG
Lady Shri Ram College for Women – [LSR], New Delhi	St Stephen’s College, New Delhi
Miranda House, New Delhi	Kirori Mal College – [KMC], New Delhi
Hindu College, New Delhipare	Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College – [ARSD], New Delhi
Hansraj College – [HRC], New Delhi	Dyal Singh College – [DSC], New Delhi
Ramjas College, New Delhi	Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College – [SGTB], New Delhi
Jesus and Mary College – [JMC], New Delhi	Daulat Ram College – [DRC], New Delhi
Gargi College – [GC], New Delhi	Deshbandhu College, New Delhi
Sri Venkateswara College – Delhi, New Delhi	Janki Devi Memorial College – [JDMC], New Delhi
Indraprastha College for Women – [IP], New Delhi	Rajdhani College, New Delhi
Kamala Nehru College – [KNC], New Delhi	Zakir Husain Delhi College, New Delhi

About the MA English Courses

The Master of Arts in English (MA English) is a two-year postgraduate degree that explores global English literature and language. It’s a mix of ancient and contemporary English literature. An MA in English includes a wide range of topics in English literature. The MA English program covers English Literature, Linguistics, Criticism Theory, History of English Literature, and other foundational areas.

Mode of Learning: MA English can be studied in both full-time and remote learning modes. Distance study is a popular alternative for completing an MA in English. Some MA English Literature Distance Colleges include the Institute of Distance Education, IGNOU, NSOU, and the Institute of Distance and Open Learning. IGNOU is the most popular option for MA English distance education. The IGNOU MA in English course price is INR 13.60 K for two years. Whereas the average MA English course fee is approximately INR 25,000.

Scope after pursuing MA English Courses

Students who pursue an MA in English benefit from greater language fluency and the development of analytical and critical thinking abilities. Pursuing an MA English course improves a candidate’s professional prospects by providing lucrative career possibilities. Many individuals choose to pursue an MA in English after graduation to improve their work prospects in fields that need professional English skills. An MA in English covers the following areas:

After earning an MA in English, candidates may pursue a PhD in English. This allows them to apply for the positions of Assistant Professor or Professor at universities and colleges.
Candidates can also be employed as assistant teachers for English Subjects in secondary and Higher secondary private and Govt schools.
Since English is a prominent subject in many competitive examinations, being a coaching institute English teacher is also a viable career option
Candidates interested in working for corporations and consultancies can become Content Writers and Translators.
Candidates interested in media can pursue a career in journalism. Though it is a popular career option among Mass Media and Communication