About Manipal University Jaipur
Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is a private university set up in 2011 by the Manipal Education group, the same group behind the Manipal Academy of Higher Education in Karnataka. Its online degrees are sold through the Online Manipal platform, which also carries programmes from MAHE and Sikkim Manipal University, so check which university's name will be on your degree.
More about Manipal University JaipurOnline MA from Manipal University Jaipur: overview
An online MA (Master of Arts) is a two-year postgraduate degree in a humanities or social-science subject, studied online over four semesters. Universities offer it in subjects such as English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication.
Key highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Manipal University Jaipur |
| Programme | Online MA (Master of Arts) |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in any discipline |
| Duration | 24 months (4 semesters) |
| Total fee | ₹80,000 |
| Mode | Live interactive classes and recorded lectures on the learning platform |
| Exams | Online |
| Approvals | UGC, NAAC, NIRF, AICTE, NBA, WES |
Specialisations
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
A bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Most universities accept any stream, often with 40% to 50% marks; a few ask for the subject at graduation level, especially for Psychology and Economics.
Fees, EMI and scholarships
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total programme fee | ₹80,000 |
List fee for MUJ's MA Economics and MA JMC, October 2026.
Scholarships
- Manipal scholarship scheme: up to 20% for categories such as merit, defence personnel, Divyaang learners and alumni
- Limited-period discount on the programme fee (15% on the MBA when checked)
Syllabus
Semester 1
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- Fundamentals of Mathematics and Statistics
- Indian Economy
- Public Economics and Policy
Semester 2
- Microeconomics II
- Macroeconomics II
- Intermediate Econometrics
- History of Economic Thought
- Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Semester 3
- Behavioural Economics
- Environmental Economics
- Game Theory
- Term Paper
- Specialisation electives, e.g. International Economics, Economic Data Analytics and Visualization, Development Economics
Semester 4
- Monetary Economics
- Operation Research in Economics
- Dissertation
- Specialisation electives, e.g. Econometrics for Policy and Business, AI and Machine Learning for Economic Analysis, Public Finance and Fiscal Policy
Rankings and approvals
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| UGC | UGC-entitled online degrees, as stated by Online Manipal (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session) |
| NAAC | A+ |
| NIRF | 58 among universities (2025), as stated by MUJ |
| AICTE | MBA follows AICTE norms, as stated by MUJ |
| NBA | MBA programme accredited, as stated by MUJ |
| WES | Degrees evaluated by World Education Services |
Admission process
- Submit your details on the programme page
- Verify your mobile number with the OTP
- Complete the application on the university portal and upload documents
- Pay the fee (semester, full or EMI)
- Receive your learning platform access
Career opportunities
| Role | Typical salary |
|---|---|
| Teacher (with B.Ed) or Lecturer (with NET/SET) | Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year for high-school teachers; middle 80% earn ₹1.1 lakh–₹8.8 lakh (PayScale India, updated May 2026). Government school pay follows the state or central pay scale. |
| Content Writer or Editor | Average base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026) |
| Journalist | Average base pay about ₹3.8 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2 lakh–₹9.9 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2025; small sample) |
| Social Media Manager | Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026) |
| Research or Policy Analyst | Varies widely by organisation; think tanks and NGOs often pay less than corporate roles. |
Other universities for the Online MA
| University | Duration | Total fee | Per semester | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka | 2 years | ₹15,000 | – | Details |
| Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹66,000 | ₹16,500 | Details |
| LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹80,000 | ₹20,000 | Details |
| Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹84,000 | – | Details |
| Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹1,00,000 | – | Details |
| Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹1,30,000 | – | Details |
| O.P. Jindal Global University OnlineSonipat, Haryana | 12–24 months (12 courses) | ₹3,00,000 | – | Details |
FAQs
Is the Online MA from Manipal University Jaipur valid?
Manipal University Jaipur is listed as: UGC UGC-entitled online degrees, as stated by Online Manipal (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session); NAAC A+; NIRF 58 among universities (2025), as stated by MUJ. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.
What is the fee?
The total fee is ₹80,000. List fee for MUJ's MA Economics and MA JMC, October 2026.
What is the eligibility?
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
How long does it take?
24 months (4 semesters)
Which subjects can I study in an online MA?
It depends on the university. Common subjects are English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology, Psychology and Journalism and Mass Communication. Each university page lists its options.
Can I do an MA in a subject I didn't study at graduation?
Most universities accept graduates of any stream for most subjects. A few ask for the subject at graduation, especially for Psychology and Economics.
Is an online MA valid for NET, SET and teaching jobs?
Under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, an online degree from an entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to the regular degree. Check the specific exam or job notification for any additional conditions.