Holy Cross College, Tiruchirappalli • 2-Year PG • NAAC A++
M.A. English Literature
Close-reading, critical theory, and postcolonial narratives—without the six-figure fee bomb.
NAAC Grade
Top-tier institutional accreditation
Key numbers
Placement Rate
60%
Avg CTC
₹3.5 LPA
NIRF Rank
#41
Intake
30 seats
Investment
₹0.6L total
~₹0.3L per year
- Tuition Fee₹30,000per year
Are you eligible?
UG Requirement
B.A. English or an equivalent bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
60%
Top recruiters
Your 2-Year Journey
Year +0
Coursework Kick-off
Dive into Literary Theory, Postcolonial Literature, and Gender Studies.
Year +1
Research Training
Research Methodology and advanced critical frameworks.
Year +2
Dissertation & Placements
Submit your dissertation and sit for campus placements.
Hostel & Scholarships Available
On-campus hostel and scholarship support mean fewer logistics headaches and more energy for your reading list.
The verdict
Good fit
A strong, budget-friendly choice if you want serious humanities training under an NAAC A++ roof. The curriculum delivers real research chops, and the 60% placement rate into IT, education, and publishing offers a practical safety net. Just be ready to self-drive niche research opportunities.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable PG fees
- ✓ NAAC A++ accreditation
- ✓ Literature & research focus
- ✓ On-campus hostel
Doesn't match
- ✗ Entrance-exam based admission
- ✗ Purely tech-centric cohort
- ✗ Metro campus exposure