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St. Thomas College, Thrissur

M.A. English

2-year postgraduate deep-dive into literary theory, postcolonial voices, and research writing — at one of Kerala’s oldest A++ accredited colleges.

Key numbers

NAAC Grade

A++ (3.76)

NIRF Rank

#57

Batch Size

15

Avg CTC

₹2.8 LPA

Investment

₹0.4L total

~₹0.2L per year

  • Tuition Fee₹20,000per year

Are you eligible?

  • Degree Requirement

    B.A. English or any bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in English.

Entrance exams

Calicut University PG entrance / CAP

What the 2-Year Journey Looks Like

  1. Year +0

    Year 1: Build the Foundation

    Literary Theory & Criticism, Postcolonial and Gender Studies.

  2. Year +1

    Year 2: Specialize & Create

    Research Methodology, Translation, Creative Writing, plus NET/SET coaching.

  3. Year +2

    Graduate & Pivot

    Submit research work, appear for NET/SET, or step into media, publishing, and academic roles.

Placement · 2025

Where graduates land

Placement rate

45%

Top recruiters

Colleges/UniversitiesMedia organizationsPublishing housesContent agenciesCivil services coaching
success

Small Cohort, Big Access

With only 15 seats, you get real faculty access and research mentorship. Plus, hostel facilities and scholarship support make relocating to Thrissur way less stressful.

The verdict

Worth considering

If you want an affordable, rigorous MA English with solid academic roots and NET/SET prep, this is a smart pick. Just know that corporate placements are limited and starting salaries are modest — so this works best if you’re chasing academia, content, publishing, or civil services coaching tracks.

Matches what you said

  • ✓ Low total fees (₹40k)
  • ✓ A++ NAAC accredited heritage college
  • ✓ NET/SET coaching built-in
  • ✓ Small batch = better mentorship
  • ✓ Hostel & scholarships available

Doesn't match

  • ✗ High corporate placement rates
  • ✗ High starting salary packages
  • ✗ Metro-level city exposure
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