Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education offers a Masters of Arts (MA) program in 5 specializations for a duration of 2 years. The course is offered through Distance Education mode.

Master of Arts program (MA) is offered in 6 specializations namely Bengali, English, Sanskrit, History, Geography, and Political Science.

The minimum eligibility required for admission to Vidyasagar University DDE MA course is graduation in relevant stream. Admissions are done based on the merit of examination qualifications.

The course can be done through any of the 12 study centers of the University for Distance Education.

Vidyasagar University DDE MA Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission to MA program offered at Vidyasagar University DDE shall fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria as mentioned below:

Must have passed an Honours/Special Honours /Three-year General Graduate or Three-year Pass Graduate with minimum 300 marks in the subject concerned /Two-year pass graduate with one-year bridge course in relevant subject /M.A. in a subject (other than professional subjects) with minimum 300 marks in the subject concerned at the graduate level.

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Vidyasagar University DDE Admission Guidelines

Admission to MA courses offered by DDE, VSU is based on the candidates’ scores in the qualifying degree examination.

  • Seats are filled mostly on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • All admissions will be deemed as confirmed only after all submitted documents are verified with the concerned college or university.
  • Candidates who are already admitted to the directorate and seek admission for the said courses, need not submit a transfer certificate.

How to Apply?

  1. Visit the official online admission link of Vidyasagar University @ddeadmission.vidyasagar.ac.in.
  2. Click on Register Now and confirm the disclaimers.
  3. Select the desired subject and check the eligibility criteria & course fees.
  4. Create an account with Name, DOB, Email Id, and Mobile no.
  5. A Reg. No. and a password will be given to the applicant instantly.
  6. Log-in with your Reg. No. and password.
  7. Fill up your personal and academic details, upload your recent color photograph and signature.
  8. Preview the details and confirm the entries.
  9. Confirm Centre Selection and Payment option.
  10. Make an online payment of INR 350 (through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card).
  11. Take a print out of the application form and submit it to the office of the applied study center along with all supporting testimonials.
  12. After successful submission of application, admission will be provisional, subject to the verification of essential documents.

Documents Required

The candidate must submit the photo affixed and duly signed application and the following copies of the following documents.

  1. Admit Card and Mark Sheet of 10th
  2. Qualifying degree examination
  3. Community Certificate (For OC candidates community certificate not required)
  4. Certificates for Special categories, if required
  5. Transfer Certificate
  6. HSC/CBSE/other equivalent mark sheet
  7. Community Certificate (For OC candidates community certificate not required)
  8. Certificates for Special categories, if required
  9. Nativity Certificate if required
  10. Date of Birth Certificate (SSC / ICSE / CBSE).
  11. Medical certificate
  12. Other relevant certificates

Note: Applicants are required to provide a self-attested photocopy of the graduation mark sheet or graduation certificate to the University office in person or by email to director.ddevu@gmail.com.

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Vidyasagar University DDE MA Course Details

Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education offers a full-time MA course at the Postgraduate level in 6 specializations that are tabulated below:

Course Specializations Syllabus
M.A. Bengali Syllabus
English Syllabus
History Syllabus
Political Science Syllabus
Sanskrit Syllabus
Geography Syllabus

Course Duration

The MA program at VSU DDE is offered for a duration of 2 years of which the coursework is divided into 4 semesters. The duration of the course can be extended according to the regulations of VSU DDE.

Prescribed Coursework

  • The MA program is a Credit Based Choice System (CBCS) course.
  • There are a total of 8 papers in 2 years of 12 credits each.
  • A MA candidate has to secure a minimum of 96 credits to be eligible for Award of MA Degree from Vidyasagar University DDE.

Tabulated below is the course structure of the MA program offered at Vidyasagar University DDE:

Course Year Total Papers Credits per Paper Total Credits
M.A. (Bengali) First 4 12 96 Credits
Second 4 12
M.A. (History) First 4 12
Second 4 12
M.A. (English) First 4 12
Second 4 12
M.A. (Political Science) First 4 12
Second 4 12
M.A. (Sanskrit) First 4 12
Second 4 12
M.A. (Geography) First 4 12
Second 4 12

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Vidyasagar University DDE Placement Details

The courses learned at the distance center the degrees awarded makes one eligible for high-level government jobs and opportunities with multinational companies. Students clearing the Arts, Science and Commerce are very popular and with a respectable ranking in between colleges and universities. The opportunities and chances of getting good jobs is a high possibility in various cities and places.

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Vidyasagar University DDE FAQs

Ques. What is the Application fee for an MA in Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education?

Ans. The Online Application form fee for the MA course offered by Vidyasagar University DDEis INR 350. The candidate shall process the payment online via Debit Card or Credit Card.

Ques. Does Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education provide scholarships?

Ans. Vidhyasagar University, DDE provides scholarships on an academic merit basis in the final year of the students. Besides, students can avail themselves of loan facilities from the varsity.

Ques. How many examination centers available in Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education?

Ans. The DDE of Vidyasagar University has arrangements of 20 exam centers in and around Midnapore for conducting examinations. Such examination centers are within the territorial jurisdiction of Midnapore, have the provision of CCTV cameras, biometric attendance, and can also do a video recording of the examinations.

Ques. Does Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education has a library?

Ans. Vidyasagar University DDE has an e-library with books related to each field of study including the Bengali language, English, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Environmental Science. One can also visit the video and audio labs to check for material related to their subjects in audio-visual format.

Ques. Does the Vidyasagar University, Directorate of Distance Education provide learner support coordinators?

Ans. Vidyasagar University, DDE provides learner support coordinators. Thus, through the complete 2 years, the candidates are not alone in doing the course. Candidates have to get in touch with their coordinators once they have completed the admission formalities and made payment of the fees. The coordinator and counselor help the student through the projects, dissertation, and any other concerns that may come up.