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Best M.A. in Psychology Universities in India

When it comes to pursuing a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology, India offers a number of top colleges for Psychology that provide excellent education and career prospects. To start the list of the best MA Psychology colleges in India, we must mention the University of Delhi, renowned for its esteemed faculty and a comprehensive curriculum, Delhi University's Department of Psychology consistently ranks among the best in the country. Banaras Hindu University is known for its expertise in psychological studies, BHU offers a highly reputable MA Psychology programme with a focus on practical application and research. KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar with its state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, KIIT University's Department of Psychology provides a comprehensive learning experience. Aligarh Muslim University is known for its rich heritage and academic excellence, the department of Psychology in AMU Aligarh offers a well-rounded curriculum and research opportunities. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi: With its emphasis on interdisciplinary studies, Jamia Millia Islamia offers a distinguished MA Psychology programme that integrates social and cultural perspectives. Choosing one of these esteemed institutions will ensure a solid foundation in psychology, enabling candidates to pursue a successful career in the field.

List of the Best MA Psychology Colleges in India

There are many best colleges for MA psychology in India which provides students with excellent education. Here are the list of top 10 universities for Masters in psychology in India. 

Courses offered in the Top MA Psychology colleges in India

Candidates can go through the courses provided in MA psychology colleges in India before they start their application process. The below table provides the courses offered in best MA psychology colleges in India.

Career Options for Psychology Graduates

After completing master’s degree in Psychology, candidates can pursue various professions in the field of psychology such as:

  • Clinical Psychologist

  • Counselling Psychologist

  • School Psychologist

  • Forensic Psychologist

  • Industrial/ Organizational Psychologist

  • Neuropsychologist

  • Research Psychologist

  • Mental Health Counselor

  • Human Resource Specialist

Please note that some of these career options require further studies, such as doctorate degree or special domain-specific studies, licensure or certification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What are the eligibility criteria for Masters in psychology India?

Ans: The eligibility criteria vary from college to college. But generally, the candidate needs to have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field to be eligible for M.A. in Psychology.

  1. How do I apply to the top colleges in India for Psychology?

Ans: Most of these top Psychology colleges in India accept online applications. Candidates need to visit the official website, fill out the form and submit it along with the necessary documents.

  1. What is the duration of M.A. in Psychology in India?

Ans: The duration of M.A. in Psychology in India is usually 2 years.

  1. What are the career options after completing a master’s in Psychology?

Ans: M.A. in Psychology opens numerous doors to various career opportunities such as counselling, research, social work, human resource and academic etc.

  1. Can I pursue Ph.D in Psychology after M.A. in Psychology?

Ans: Yes, students can pursue Ph.D in Psychology after completing Masters’ in the field of Psychology.

  1. Do these top M.A. Psychology colleges in India offer scholarships to students?

Ans:  Yes, many of these top colleges in India for Psychology offer merit-based scholarships to deserving candidates.

  1. What are the specialized fields of study in the field of Psychology?

Ans: Many colleges offer specialization options within the field of psychology such as clinical psychology, counselling psychology, organizational psychology, social  psychology etc.

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Abhyuday University, Khargone

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Private

Abhyuday University, Khargone

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh Private
MA Psychology
  • Fees : 50 K
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Adamas University, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

Adamas University, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal Private 4.1/563 Reviews
MA Psychology
600+ Brochures downloaded so far
600+ Brochures downloaded so far

AISECT University, Hazaribagh

Hazaribagh, Jharkhand
4.4/54 Reviews
Private

AISECT University, Hazaribagh

Hazaribagh, Jharkhand Private 4.4/54 Reviews
MA Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

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Akal University, Bathinda

Bathinda, Punjab
3.5/53 Reviews
Private

Akal University, Bathinda

Bathinda, Punjab Private 3.5/53 Reviews
MA Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

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AMU Aligarh - Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Public/Govt

AMU Aligarh - Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 4.7/5417 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 8Careers360 Ranking: 13
NIRF Ranking: 8Careers360 Ranking: 13
MA Psychology
1500+ Brochures downloaded so far
1500+ Brochures downloaded so far

Amity University Gurgaon - Amity University, Gurugram

Gurgaon, Haryana
Private

Amity University Gurgaon - Amity University, Gurugram

Gurgaon, Haryana Private 4.3/5222 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 101-150
NIRF Ranking: 101-150
MA Applied Psychology
1000+ Brochures downloaded so far
1000+ Brochures downloaded so far

Amity University, Gwalior

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Private

Amity University, Gwalior

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh Private 4.3/5148 Reviews
MA Applied Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Amity University, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

Amity University, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan Private 4.1/5200 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 151-200
NIRF Ranking: 151-200
MA Psychology
600+ Brochures downloaded so far
600+ Brochures downloaded so far

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Amity University, Kolkata

Kadampukur, West Bengal
Private

Amity University, Kolkata

Kadampukur, West Bengal Private 4.6/575 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 151-200
NIRF Ranking: 151-200
MA Applied Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Amity University, Mohali

300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Amity University, Raipur

Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private

Amity University, Raipur

Raipur, Chhattisgarh Private 4.4/516 Reviews
MA Applied Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Anjaneya University, Raipur

Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private

Anjaneya University, Raipur

Raipur, Chhattisgarh Private
MA Psychology
  • Fees : 99.50 K
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Apex Professional University, Pasighat

Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
Private

Apex Professional University, Pasighat

Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh Private
MA Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Apex University, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

Apex University, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan Private 4.1/516 Reviews
MA Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Arni University, Kathgarh

Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
Private

Arni University, Kathgarh

Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Private
MA Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Arunodaya University, Itanagar

Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh
Private

Arunodaya University, Itanagar

Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh Private
MA Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Aryavart International University, Dharmanagar

Dharmanagar, Tripura
Private
MA Psychology
  • Fees : 1.12 Lakhs
Brochures downloaded so far
Brochures downloaded so far

ASBM University, Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneshwar, Odisha
Private

ASBM University, Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneshwar, Odisha Private 4.1/549 Reviews
MA Applied Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Assam Women's University, Jorhat

Jorhat, Assam
5.0/51 Reviews
Public/Govt

Assam Women's University, Jorhat

Jorhat, Assam Public/Govt 5.0/51 Reviews
MA Psychology Integrated
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

APSU Rewa - Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, Rewa

Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
3.9/59 Reviews
Public/Govt
MA Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

BHU Varanasi - Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Public/Govt

BHU Varanasi - Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 4.4/5517 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 5Careers360 Ranking: 8
NIRF Ranking: 5Careers360 Ranking: 8
MA Psychology
1500+ Brochures downloaded so far
1500+ Brochures downloaded so far

Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali

Tonk, Rajasthan
Private

Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali

Tonk, Rajasthan Private 4.5/5586 Reviews
NIRF Ranking: 67Careers360 Ranking: 21
NIRF Ranking: 67Careers360 Ranking: 21
MA Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Bareilly International University, Bareilly

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Bareilly International University, Bareilly

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh Private
MA Psychology
  • Fees : 40 K
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

BU Bhopal - Barkatullah University, Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Public/Govt

BU Bhopal - Barkatullah University, Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Public/Govt 3.7/527 Reviews
MA Psychology
300+ Brochures downloaded so far
300+ Brochures downloaded so far

Bhabha University, Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
3.5/53 Reviews
Private

Bhabha University, Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Private 3.5/53 Reviews
MA Psychology
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Bharti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg

Durg, Chhattisgarh
Private

Bharti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg

Durg, Chhattisgarh Private
MA Psychology
  • Fees : 43.45 K
100+ Brochures downloaded so far
100+ Brochures downloaded so far

Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal

Imphal, Manipur
Private

Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal

Imphal, Manipur Private
MA Psychology
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Capital University, Koderma

    Koderma, Jharkhand
    4.0/51 Reviews
    Private

    Capital University, Koderma

    Koderma, Jharkhand Private 4.0/51 Reviews
    MA Psychology
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Career Point University, Kota

    Aalniya, Rajasthan
    4.0/58 Reviews
    Private

    Career Point University, Kota

    Aalniya, Rajasthan Private 4.0/58 Reviews
    MA Psychology
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Central University of Haryana, Mahendergarh

    Mahendragarh, Haryana
    Public/Govt

    Central University of Haryana, Mahendergarh

    Mahendragarh, Haryana Public/Govt 4.4/521 Reviews
    MA Psychology
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Central University of Punjab, Bathinda

    Bathinda, Punjab
    Public/Govt

    Central University of Punjab, Bathinda

    Bathinda, Punjab Public/Govt 4.6/537 Reviews
    NIRF Ranking: 83
    NIRF Ranking: 83
    MA Psychology
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far

    CCSU Meerut - Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut

    Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
    Public/Govt

    CCSU Meerut - Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut

    Meerut, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 3.7/5175 Reviews
    NIRF Ranking: 151-200
    NIRF Ranking: 151-200
    MA Psychology
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far
    600+ Brochures downloaded so far

    CRSU Jind - Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University, Jind

    Jind, Haryana
    Public/Govt
    MA Psychology
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University, Navi Mumbai

    Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
    4.0/51 Reviews
    Private
    MA Psychology
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far
    300+ Brochures downloaded so far

    Children's University, Gandhinagar

    Gandhinagar, Gujarat
    Public/Govt

    Children's University, Gandhinagar

    Gandhinagar, Gujarat Public/Govt
    MA Child Psychology
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far
    100+ Brochures downloaded so far

    COER University, Roorkee

    Roorkee, Uttarakhand
    4.4/59 Reviews
    Private

    COER University, Roorkee

    Roorkee, Uttarakhand Private 4.4/59 Reviews
    MA Psychology
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far

      DAV University, Jalandhar

      Sarmastpur, Punjab
      Private

      DAV University, Jalandhar

      Sarmastpur, Punjab Private 3.9/517 Reviews
      MA Psychology
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far

      DEI Agra - Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra

      Agra, Uttar Pradesh
      Public/Govt

      DEI Agra - Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra

      Agra, Uttar Pradesh Public/Govt 4.2/5117 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      MA Psychology
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far
      600+ Brochures downloaded so far

      DES Pune University, Pune

      Pune, Maharashtra
      Private

      DES Pune University, Pune

      Pune, Maharashtra Private
      MA Psychology
      • Fees : 1.97 Lakhs
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far
      100+ Brochures downloaded so far

      DAVV - Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore

      Indore, Madhya Pradesh
      Public/Govt

      DAVV - Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore

      Indore, Madhya Pradesh Public/Govt 4.2/599 Reviews
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      NIRF Ranking: 101-150
      MA Clinical Psychology
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far
      1000+ Brochures downloaded so far

      Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg

      Durg, Chhattisgarh
      Private

      Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg

      Durg, Chhattisgarh Private
      MA Psychology
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar

        Haridwar, Uttarakhand
        4.6/57 Reviews
        Private

        Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar

        Haridwar, Uttarakhand Private 4.6/57 Reviews
        MA Clinical Psychology
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far

        Dhamma Dipa International Buddhist University, Tripura

        South Tripura, Tripura
        Private
        MA Psychology
        • Fees : 1.07 Lakhs
        Brochures downloaded so far
        Brochures downloaded so far

        Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh

        Dibrugarh, Assam
        Public/Govt

        Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh

        Dibrugarh, Assam Public/Govt 4.1/513 Reviews
        NIRF Ranking: 101-150
        NIRF Ranking: 101-150
        MA Applied Psychology
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
        100+ Brochures downloaded so far
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