Presidency College, Chennai · NIRF #13
M.A Economics
Two years of serious Econ brain-building at one of India’s most iconic arts & science colleges—without the insane price tag.
Total Program Fee
That’s basically the cost of a new smartphone for an entire master’s degree.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank
#13
Batch Size
30 Seats
Duration
24 Months
Accreditation
NAAC A
Your 2-Year Journey
Year +0
Year 1: Build the Base
Advanced Micro & Macro + Econometric Methods. Heavy quant, heavy grind.
Year +1
Year 2: Specialize & Research
Development Economics + Research Dissertation. You actually produce original work.
Year +2
Graduate
Walk out with a legacy degree and serious analytical muscle.
Investment
₹0.1L total
~₹0.1L per year
- Annual Tuition Fee₹5,000per year
Are you eligible?
Subject Requirement
Bachelor’s degree with Economics as a core subject.
Selection Mode
Pure merit-based admission—no entrance exam needed.
Hostel & Scholarships On Tap
Chennai rent can be brutal, but Presidency offers hostel facilities plus scholarships. That ₹10k fee can shrink even further if you qualify for aid.
The verdict
Good fit
If you want a prestigious, ridiculously affordable M.A in Economics with a research-heavy curriculum, this is a steal. The legacy is real and the peer group is tight (only 30 seats). Just note that placement stats aren’t publicly shared, so you’ll need to hustle for internships and networking on your own.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Low fees
- ✓ Academic reputation
- ✓ Research-driven coursework
- ✓ Small batch size
Doesn't match
- ✗ Published placement support
- ✗ Large alumni network on campus