PG Programme · 2 Years · Kottayam
M.A. English
Dive into postcolonial literature, research methodology, and dissertation life at one of Kerala’s heritage campuses — without the crazy debt.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (Commerce & Mgmt)
#92
NAAC Grade
A (3.22)
Cohort Size
20
Avg CTC (2025)
₹3.5 LPA
Total Program Fee
That’s less than most metro colleges charge for a single semester.
Are you eligible?
Undergraduate Degree
B.A. English or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
Investment
₹0.4L total
~₹0.2L per year
- First Year Tuition₹18,500
- Second Year Tuition₹18,500
Scholarships & Hostel? Yes.
CMS is UGC-recognized and offers hostel facilities. That means national scholarships can shave your already-minimal fees down even further. Your wallet can finally breathe.
Your 2-Year Journey
Year +0
Year 1: Lit Theory & Postcolonial Core
Semesters 1–2. Read, debate, and survive the Advanced Literary Theory rabbit hole.
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Year 2: Research & Methodology
Semester 3. Learn how to actually research instead of just quoting SparkNotes.
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Final Semester: Dissertation & Placements
Semester 4. Submit your dissertation and interview with colleges, media houses, and content firms.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
30%
Top recruiters
The verdict
Good fit
If you’re a lit nerd eyeing academia, publishing, or UPSC, this is a steal at ₹37K total. The 20-seat cohort keeps it intimate, and the NAAC ‘A’ grade adds cred. But real talk: only ~30% get placed with an average of ₹3.5L, so treat this as a PhD/NET/SET launchpad or a creative career foundation, not a corporate shortcut.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable higher education
- ✓ Research & dissertation focus
- ✓ Small batch size
- ✓ Hostel & scholarship support
Doesn't match
- ✗ High placement percentage
- ✗ Corporate salary expectations
- ✗ Big-city campus life