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M.A. (Liberal Arts)

The programmes at the Somaiya School of Civilisation Studies are inherently interdisciplinary. They integrate perspectives and methodologies from history, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, international relations, literature, law, science and technology.

This holistic approach ensures a well-rounded education that equips students with the analytical tools needed to understand complex cultural phenomena and their implications for the modern world.

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Admission Process

Step
1

The students should fill the pre-admission form which is available on the college Admission Portal

Step
2

Submission of 1000/- (non-refundable in all cases) form fees through the payment gateway

Step
3

Admission will be offered based on the merit, performance in the interview (interview calls will be based on Graduation Marks/ SVUET scores), and availability of seats taken together. The candidate will be communicated via email about his/her offered seat or waitlisted number.

Important Dates

Programme Name Format Date of Commencement Days and Timings
B.A. Liberal Arts Offline 14th July 2026 Monday to Friday 07.00 am to 05.00 pm
M.A. Liberal Arts
(Specialisation: Anthropology/ History/ Asian Studies/ Indian Literature/ World Literature)
Offline 3th August 2026 Monday to Friday 08.00 am to 05.00 pm

Fee Structure

M A Liberal Arts (Anthropology)
Particulars Fees Structure for Batch 2026-28
M.A.
(Liberal
Arts)
Fees Details For Resident Indians For NRI / OCI /
Foreign National
First Year Second Year First Year Second Year
2026-27 2027-28 2026-27 2027-28
Tuition fees 1,33,000 1,42,880 2,66,000 2,85,760
Development fees 16,500 17,820 33,000 35,640
Examination fees 4,000 4,000 8,000 8,000
Other fees 10,500 10,000 21,000 20,000
Library Fees 1,000 1,000 2,000 2,000
Convocation fees - 2,500 - 5,000
Total 1,65,000 1,78,200 3,30,000 3,56,400
M A Liberal Arts (Area Studies)
Particulars Fees Structure for Batch 2026-28
M.A.
(Liberal
Arts)
Fees Details For Resident Indians For NRI / OCI /
Foreign National
First Year Second Year First Year Second Year
2026-27 2027-28 2026-27 2027-28
Tuition fees 1,33,000 1,42,880 2,66,000 2,85,760
Development fees 16,500 17,820 33,000 35,640
Examination fees 4,000 4,000 8,000 8,000
Other fees 10,500 10,000 21,000 20,000
Library Fees 1,000 1,000 2,000 2,000
Convocation fees - 2,500 - 5,000
Total 1,65,000 1,78,200 3,30,000 3,56,400
M A Liberal Arts (History)
Particulars Fees Structure for Batch 2026-28
M.A.
(Liberal
Arts)
Fees Details For Resident Indians For NRI / OCI /
Foreign National
First Year Second Year First Year Second Year
2026-27 2027-28 2026-27 2027-28
Tuition fees 1,33,000 1,42,880 2,66,000 2,85,760
Development fees 16,500 17,820 33,000 35,640
Examination fees 4,000 4,000 8,000 8,000
Other fees 10,500 10,000 21,000 20,000
Library Fees 1,000 1,000 2,000 2,000
Convocation fees - 2,500 - 5,000
Total 1,65,000 1,78,200 3,30,000 3,56,400
M A Liberal Arts (Indian Literature)
Particulars Fees Structure for Batch 2026-28
M.A.
(Liberal
Arts)
Fees Details For Resident Indians For NRI / OCI /
Foreign National
First Year Second Year First Year Second Year
2026-27 2027-28 2026-27 2027-28
Tuition fees 1,33,000 1,42,880 2,66,000 2,85,760
Development fees 16,500 17,820 33,000 35,640
Examination fees 4,000 4,000 8,000 8,000
Other fees 10,500 10,000 21,000 20,000
Library Fees 1,000 1,000 2,000 2,000
Convocation fees - 2,500 - 5,000
Total 1,65,000 1,78,200 3,30,000 3,56,400
M A Liberal Arts (World Literature)
Particulars Fees Structure for Batch 2026-28
M.A.
(Liberal
Arts)
Fees Details For Resident Indians For NRI / OCI /
Foreign National
First Year Second Year First Year Second Year
2026-27 2027-28 2026-27 2027-28
Tuition fees 1,33,000 1,42,880 2,66,000 2,85,760
Development fees 16,500 17,820 33,000 35,640
Examination fees 4,000 4,000 8,000 8,000
Other fees 10,500 10,000 21,000 20,000
Library Fees 1,000 1,000 2,000 2,000
Convocation fees - 2,500 - 5,000
Total 1,65,000 1,78,200 3,30,000 3,56,400

Important Instructions

  • A provisional seat will be offered based on the merit, interview, and availability of seats. The candidate will be communicated via email about his/her status of admission whether confirmed or waitlisted.
  • A candidate who has been offered a provisional seat will need to pay the full fees within 8 days of the receipt of the offer letter, to secure the confirmed admission.
  • Candidate who does not pay the requisite amount as per the deadline will lose his/her claim on the confirmed seat during that phase.
  • Provisional admission needs to be confirmed within four working days of declaration of result of graduation or equivalent examinations, by paying the remaining balance of fees.
  • The final confirmation of admission is subject to physical verification of the documents. In case of non-availability of valid documents, the confirmation of the admission will result in cancellation.
  • Cancellation rules are available on the website for reference.
  • The admission schedule may change under unavoidable circumstances or as per directive / instructions from admitting authorities of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. The revised schedule, if any, will be notified on the website.

Documents Required

  Documents Required
Date of Birth Proof (Anyone of the following documents)
  1. Leaving certificate
  2. Passport
  3. Birth Certificate
  4. PAN Card
Address Proof (Anyone of the following documents)
  1. Aadhaar Card
  2. Passport
  3. Driving License
  4. Voter ID
Other Documents
  1. Caste Certificate (for SC, SC, OBC, VJ, NT,SBC & ESBC) if applicable
  2. Marriage Certificate OR Affidavit OR Gazette copy (If there is change in name)
  3. Link for Undertaking Document (Compulsory)
Documents for Person with Disability
  • Physical Disability Certificate from a competent authority (The certificate should clearly state the disability is not less than 40% and that the disability is permanent in nature)
Documents for Sports Quota
  • Certificate issued by competent authorities in a sports competition at State/National /International competitions
  • Credentials will be evaluated by Authorities of SVU
Documents for Non-Resident  Indian(NRI) (All documents are compulsory)
  1. Passport copy of Candidate 
  2. A Letter issued by the Indian Embassy indicating NRI status of Parent/ Sponsor/ Candidate
Documents for Overseas Citizenship of    India/Person of Indian Origin(OCI/PIO) (All documents are compulsory)
  1. Passport copy of Candidate 
  2. PIO (OCI) card copy (if the candidate is admitted under PIO (OCI) category)
Documents for Foreign Nationals  (All documents are compulsory)
  1. Visa
  2. Passport copy of Candidate 
Academic Records Documents Required
M.A. (Liberal Arts)
  1. SSC Marksheet and Passing Certificate (Board)
  2. Higher Secondary School Certificate (H.S.C) or equivalent examination Marksheet
  3. Graduation Marksheet
  4. Convocation Certificate (Graduation) – before the end of First Year M.A.
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