Duration: 24 months
Fees: INR 18,750 per semester
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree
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Rankings & Accreditations

Accredited in A+ grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Accredited in A+ grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
UGC-entitled Online Degrees Equivalent to Campus Degree
UGC-entitled Online Degrees Equivalent to Campus Degree
Ranked 151-200
Amongst India’s Top 200 Universities in 2025
Amongst India’s Top 200 Universities in 2025
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Top Private University in North East
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Among Top Leading Universities Showcasing Entrepreneurial Spirit
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Amongst Top 10 Multidisciplinary Universities in East Zone
Amongst Top 10 Multidisciplinary Universities in East Zone
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Course Curriculum

Duration 24 months
Hours 15-20 hours per week
Semester 4 Sem
Course Credit 80 Credits
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Semester 1

Political Theory

Indian Government and Politics

Major Ideas and Issues in Public Administration

Comparative Politics: Concepts and Methods

Interpreting Modern India

Semester 2

Western Political Thought

International Politics: Theory and Issues

Politics in India

Political Sociology of India

Environment & Climate Change

Semester 3

Modern Indian Political Thought

Research Methodology

Governance and Public Policy in India

Theory and Practice of Democracy

India’s Foreign Policy

Semester 4

Gender and Politics

Indo-Pacific Emerging Trends

International Political Economy

Dissertation and Viva Voce

Course fee

Full course fee (Four semesters)

INR 75,000

Inclusive of all taxes

Each semester fee

INR 18,750

Inclusive of all taxes

EMI starting at

INR 3,125 /Month

Terms & conditions apply

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Full course fee (Four semesters)

USD 980

Inclusive of all taxes

Each semester fee

USD 245

Inclusive of all taxes

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Easy EMI & scholarships

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No-cost EMI
Experience stress-free learning with our no-cost EMI starting at just ₹150 per day.
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Exclusive scholarships designed for defense personnel, differently-abled people, alumni of SMU, and learners from Sikkim & other Northeast regions of India.
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Potential career options

Job Profiles
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Public Administration
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Diplomacy
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Lobbying
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Government Relations
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Academics
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Public Relations
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Media
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Consulting
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Market Research
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Government (Local, State, Federal)
Government (Local, State, Federal)
Diplomacy and Foreign Service
Diplomacy and Foreign Service
Law and Legal Services
Law and Legal Services
Lobbying and Advocacy
Lobbying and Advocacy
EdTech
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Real stories, Real impact

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As an army personnel posted in Delhi, SMU’s online MA in Political Science allows me to balance my service with higher education. The flexibility, comprehensive curriculum, and supportive faculty have made it easy to pursue my academic goals while serving. It’s been the perfect fit for my career and learning ambitions.

As an army personnel posted in Delhi, SMU’s online MA in Political Science allows me to balance my service with higher education. The flexibility, comprehensive curriculum, and supportive faculty have made it easy to pursue my academic goals while serving. It’s been the perfect fit for my career and learnin' ...

Vishal Sunwar
MA in Political Science • SMU
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As an educational consultant with 5 years of experience and a background in Economics, I chose SMU’s online MA in Political Science to deepen my understanding of international relations and enhance my writing skills. The up-to-date modules and curriculum provide a clear understanding of policy formation, which is essential for my career growth. The supportive faculty has been invaluable in guiding me throughout the course. SMU has been a great platform for becoming a more informed professional in my field.

As an educational consultant with 5 years of experience and a background in Economics, I chose SMU’s online MA in Political Science to deepen my understanding of international relations and enhance my writing skills. The up-to-date modules and curriculum provide a clear understanding of policy formation, which is essen' ...

Gaurav Tripathi
MA in Political Science • SMU
Batch 1
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I chose SMU’s online MA in Political Science after my BCom to balance my UPSC preparation and studies. The flexibility allows me to manage both efficiently. The supportive faculty, user-friendly LMS, and up-to-date curriculum have made learning engaging and relevant to my UPSC goals. SMU has been the perfect fit for my needs.

I chose SMU’s online MA in Political Science after my BCom to balance my UPSC preparation and studies. The flexibility allows me to manage both efficiently. The supportive faculty, user-friendly LMS, and up-to-date curriculum have made learning engaging and relevant to my UPSC goals. SMU has been the perfect fit ' ...

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MA in Political Science • SMU
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