Hindu College · Delhi University
M.A. Economics
Build policy instincts and analytical chops at NIRF #1 Hindu College, Delhi — without the crazy debt.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank
#1
NAAC Grade
A+ (3.72)
Duration
2 Years
Intake
40 Seats
Average CTC (2025)
Consulting, policy & finance roles
Investment
₹0.5L total
~₹0.3L per year
- First Year Tuition₹25,000
- Second Year Tuition₹25,000
Are you eligible?
Subject Background
Bachelor's degree with Economics as a subject
Selection Basis
Entrance exam based admission through DUET
Entrance exams
Your 2-Year Econ Journey
Year +0
Year 1
Advanced Micro & Macro + Econometric Methods
Year +1
Year 2
International Trade, Public & Development Economics
Year +2
Post-MA
Placement drive with McKinsey, BCG, World Bank, IMF & NITI Aayog
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
80%
Top recruiters
DUET + Campus Perks
Admission is DUET-only — no shortcuts. But once you're in, you get a legit North Campus experience, on-campus hostel, and scholarship support. Worth the grind.
The verdict
Strong fit
If you want an elite economics master's without crore-level debt, this hits different. NIRF #1, ₹50K total fees, and a recruiter list with McKinsey & the World Bank is insane ROI. Just lock in that DUET prep.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable top-tier education
- ✓ Research & policy careers
- ✓ Consulting & finance placements
- ✓ Delhi University ecosystem
Doesn't match
- ✗ STEM or tech-only tracks
- ✗ Avoiding entrance exams