PGHistory

Master of Arts in History

M.A. History

A PG programme in History.

Duration

2 years

Degree Level

Admission Route

Class 12 merit

varies by institution

Colleges Available

Overview

Course Overview

What is this course?

A PG programme in History.

Who should choose it?

Suited for students with a strong interest in History and problem-solving.

Course Duration

2 years

Entry

Eligibility & Admission

12th Standard Requirement

B.A. History or related, min 50%

Admission Pathways

Routes differ by institution and counselling system. None of these applies to every college.

University / college merit

Most arts and science colleges admit directly on Class 12 marks

Class 12 merit (no entrance exam in most colleges)

CUET-UG / institution test

Central universities and some private universities

CUET-UG or institution test

Always confirm current rules, quotas and dates with the official counselling authority.

Colleges

Colleges Offering This Course

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Skills

Key Skills You'll Build

Archival ResearchHistorical DocumentationContent CurationArchaeological SurveyingAcademic WritingMuseum Cataloging

Careers

Career Opportunities

Archivist
Museum Curator
Archaeologist
Heritage Manager
Civil Services Aspirant
History Teacher

Salary

Indicative Salary Range

Indicative ranges only — not guaranteed.

Fresher (0–2 yrs)

₹2.0 – 3.0 LPA

Experienced (5+ yrs)

₹5.0 – 8.0 LPA

Salary varies by employer, location, skills and experience. Figures are indicative estimates, not guaranteed outcomes.

Demand

Hiring Sectors

There is moderate demand in specialized public sector cultural departments and private academic institutions across Chennai, Madurai, and Thanjavur.

Government Departments (TN Archaeological Department)Educational Institutions (TN Universities)Tourism & Hospitality (TN Tourism Development Corporation)NGOs & Cultural TrustsMedia & Publishing (Chennai)

Sector presence indicates hiring activity, not exact demand levels.

Fees

Indicative Fees

Indicative Fee Range

₹8,000 – ₹80,000/yr

Varies by institution, quota and academic year.

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