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Jesus & Mary College · NAAC A · NIRF #39

B.A. (Hons) Economics

Three years of rigour in the heart of Delhi — low fees, high ROI, and placements that actually slap.

Key numbers

NIRF Rank (Commerce)

#39

NAAC Score

3.58 / 4

Batch Size

62 seats

Placement Rate

80%

Average CTC

₹7.2 LPA

Total Degree Cost

₹84,000

That’s under ₹1 lakh for the entire program — probably less than your four-year phone EMI plan.

Are you eligible?

  • Class 12 Aggregate

    You need a minimum 97% in your best-four subjects. No compromises.

  • Subject Requirement

    Mathematics in Class 12 is absolutely non-negotiable.

  • Entrance Exam

    Admission is purely through your CUET score.

Entrance exams

CUET

Your 3-Year Journey

  1. Year +0

    Crack CUET

    Secure one of only 62 seats and move to North Campus energy.

  2. Year +1

    Build the Base

    Micro & Macro theory plus quant skills that make Excel your second language.

  3. Year +2

    Go Applied

    Dive into Econometrics, International Economics, and Development Economics.

  4. Year +3

    Capstone & Placements

    Research Methodology + Data Analysis, then walk into recruitment with Deutsche Bank, BCG, and more.

Investment

0.8L total

~₹0.3L per year

  • Tuition & Academic Fees28,000per year

Placement · 2025

Where graduates land

Placement rate

80%

Top recruiters

Deutsche BankBarclaysMcKinsey & CompanyBoston Consulting GroupAmerican ExpressCiti

The verdict

Good fit

If you’re a board-exam weapon who loves math and money, JMC is a no-brainer. The 97% cutoff is elite-tier, but the ROI is wild: a full degree under ₹1L and an average package of ₹7.2LPA. It’s a women’s college with serious hostel and scholarship support — just be sure the single-gender campus fits your vibe.

Matches what you said

  • Econometrics & data-heavy curriculum
  • High placement rates in finance/consulting
  • Low fee, insane ROI
  • Delhi University + hostel life

Doesn't match

  • Co-ed campus experience
  • Relaxed admission criteria
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