Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat is affiliated to O.P. Jindal Global University and is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The college at UG level offers BA (Hons) Economics programme and at PG and doctorate level offers MA and PhD programme respectively. Admissions to these programmes are based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted at the university level.  

Candidates seeking admission to the courses offered by Jindal School of Government and Public Policy can apply online by visiting the official website of the institute. Here are a few important highlights regarding admissions:

• To be eligible for BA (Hons) Economics programme, candidates must have passed Class 12 with at least 60 per cent aggregate
• For BA (Hons) Economics admissions, the college accepts JSAT/ ACT or SAT score
• Candidates for MA programme are selected based on the merit in the entrance exam and UG degree marks
• To be eligible for PhD programme, applicants must have done a Master’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of 55 per cent aggregate from any recognised university
• Final selection to PhD programme is based on the academic record, entrance test followed by an interview conducted at the university level

Here is the list of important admission dates:

*JSAT will be conducted between February 2022 to August 2022 or assigned on the basis of slot availability. Flexible dates mean candidates will be able to select the date, time slot and test centre of choice based on the availability of seats and take the online test at over 270 Pearson VUE approved test centres across India & SAARC countries as well.

The admission process consists of three rounds based on personal statement, supplemental question, Class 10 and 12 grade marks, faculty interview and JSAT/ SAT/ ACT score. Check specialisations and eligibility criteria of BA (Hons) Economics programme:

Check BA (Hons) Economics specialisations, fees and students' reviews

Candidates are selected based on the performance in an undergraduate degree and entrance examination. Candidates appearing or appeared in the final year of Bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply. The below-mentioned table enlists the specialisations and eligibility criteria of MA programme:

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• Selection of this programme is based on performance in academic record, entrance test and personal interview conducted by the university
• Candidates with more than three years of work experience in industry/ teaching/practising/ managerial or professional will be given preference

The following categories of applicants are exempted from taking the entrance test:

• Applicants who have qualified UGC/ CSIR/ JRF/ NET/ SLET (Haryana State) or any other similar examination
• Holders of Teacher Fellowships from the UGC or any other Government funded agency
• Applicants who have completed their PhD coursework/ MPhil in another university/ organisation, subject to approval by the School Doctoral Committee (SDC)

The below-mentioned table specifies the eligibility requirements for PhD programme:

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Candidates who wish to apply for BA (Hons) Economics & MA should follow the steps below:

Step I: Candidate should first visit the official website submit their application form which contains ‘Personal Statement’ & ‘Supplemental Questions’, Class 10 and 12 scores, photograph and application fee of Rs 3000 for BA (Hons) Economics and Rs 1,000 for MA

Step II: Selected candidates will be further screened for a faculty interview

Step III: For BA (Hons) entrance exam scores such as JSAT/SAT/ ACT needs to be submitted. For MA, entrance exams will be held on a rolling basis commencing from January

Step IV: Final selected candidates should pay the registration fee 

To apply for PhD programme candidates should follow the below steps:

Step I: Candidates should first visit the official JGU website

Step II: Scan the relevant academic transcripts along with a short note on the professional background and experience of the candidate

Step III: They should also mention a “Statement of Purpose” explaining why they wish to pursue the PhD programme in around 1500 words along with the names of two academic/ non-academic referees

Step IV: Pay the application fee of Rs 1,000 and submit the form

Here is the total admission fee for different programmes:

Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat Scholarships 2022

The college offers scholarships to the eligible students based on merit (CGPA) and means (family income). Many other factors are also taken into account such as candidate’s participation in debates, sports, cultural activities, societies, events, etc.  Scholarships are granted in nine different categories which are listed below:

• Savitri Jindal Studentship
• Award Merit Scholarship
• Shallu Jindal Outstanding Women Scholarship
• Mrinaldeep Singh Scholarship
• Savitri Jindal Merit Cum Fellowship
• Naveen Jindal Young Global Scholarship
• OP Jindal Outstanding Merit Scholarship
• Chancellor’s Discretionary Fee Concession

Important FAQs regarding Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat Admissions

Q. Is the application process online or offline at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A. The application process at this college is online.

Q. Which all candidates are exempted from entrance test for PhD programme at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A. Candidates who have qualified UGC/ CSIR/ JRF/ NET/ SLET (Haryana State) or any other similar examination/ holders of Teacher Fellowships from UGC/any other Government funding agency are exempted from taking the Entrance Test.

Q. What is the minimum eligibility criteria to apply for PhD programme at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A.  In order to be eligible for PhD programme, the candidate should have a Master’s Degree in relevant field with a minimum of 55 per cent aggregate. In addition to that, the candidate must also have three to five years of work experience.

Q. What is the selection criteria for BA (Hons) Economics course at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A. The selection process is comprised of three rounds in which candidates are evaluated based on the personal statement, supplemental question, Class 10 and 12 grade marks, faculty interview and JSAT/ SAT/ ACT score.

Q. How much is the application fee for BA (Hons) Economics course at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A. The application fee for BA (Hons) Economics is Rs 3,000.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for MA in Economics at Jindal School of Government and Public Policy Sonepat?

A. To be eligible for MA in Economics, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in Economics or any other subjects such as Social Science/ Statistics/ Physics/ Mathematics/ Commerce/ Business and Engineering from a recognised university.

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