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Online MA from Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences

Master of Arts · Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Total fee

₹84,000

Specialisations

2

UGC

UGC-entitled online degrees, as stated b

About Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences

Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences is a private university in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, set up in 2009 and known for research output in rankings. Its online programmes run on shoolini.online and cover the MBA, MCA, MA (English and Journalism), M.Sc Data Science, BBA, BCA and B.Com (Honours).

More about Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences

Online MA from Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences: 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

Key highlights
CategoryDetails
UniversityShoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
ProgrammeOnline MA (Master of Arts)
EligibilityBachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 40%
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Total fee₹84,000
ModeLive classes, online sessions and discussion forums
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC, NAAC, THE

Specialisations

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 40%

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

Fees
FeeAmount
Total programme fee₹84,000

Regular fee for MA English Literature, October 2026; ₹60,000 after scholarship (₹15,000 a semester). The MA JMC fee wasn't shown on the page we read.

Scholarships

  • Standard scholarship that lowers the regular fee (for example ₹70,000 off the MBA if you don't choose Pay After Placement)
  • Extra 10% merit scholarship for 90%+ in the undergraduate degree (MBA)

Syllabus

Semester 1

  • Approaches to Literature 1
  • British Literature up to 1900: Drama, Poetry and Fiction
  • Open electives: Principles of Management; Digital and Technological Solutions

Semester 2

  • Indian Writing in English
  • British Literature after 1900: Drama, Poetry and Fiction
  • Open electives: Saying it with Presentations; Human Resource Management

Semester 3

  • World Literature
  • American Literature
  • Indian Writing in English 2
  • Approaches to Literature 2
  • Open electives: Acing the Interviews through AI; Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Semester 4

  • Linguistics
  • Contemporary Literary Theory
  • New Literatures
  • Research Project
  • Open electives: Advertising; Effective Negotiations

Rankings and approvals

Approvals
BodyStatus
UGCUGC-entitled online degrees, as stated by Shoolini (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session)
NAACA+ (2024)
THETimes Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022, as stated by Shoolini

Admission process

  1. Apply on apply.shoolini.online and pay the ₹500 application fee
  2. Upload Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, degree documents and ID proof
  3. Choose the standard or Pay After Placement payment plan
  4. Pay the first semester fee and start classes

Career opportunities

Careers
RoleTypical 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 EditorAverage base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
JournalistAverage 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 ManagerAverage 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 AnalystVaries widely by organisation; think tanks and NGOs often pay less than corporate roles.

Other universities for the Online MA

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka2 years₹15,000–Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat2 years (4 semesters)₹66,000₹16,500Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹80,000₹20,000Details
Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan24 months (4 semesters)₹80,000–Details
Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab2 years (4 semesters)₹1,00,000–Details
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh2 years (4 semesters)₹1,30,000–Details
O.P. Jindal Global University OnlineSonipat, Haryana12–24 months (12 courses)₹3,00,000–Details
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FAQs

Is the Online MA from Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences valid?

Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences is listed as: UGC UGC-entitled online degrees, as stated by Shoolini (check deb.ugc.ac.in for your session); NAAC A+ (2024); THE Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022, as stated by Shoolini. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹84,000. Regular fee for MA English Literature, October 2026; ₹60,000 after scholarship (₹15,000 a semester). The MA JMC fee wasn't shown on the page we read.

What is the eligibility?

Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 40%

How long does it take?

2 years (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.

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