Madras School of Economics (MSE) has released the notifications for Madras School of Economics Admission 2024 in Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (M.Sc.) Programs in Economics, Actuarial Economics, Applied Quantitative Finance, Environmental Economics, Financial Economics, General Economics, Data Science for the academic year of 2024-25.
Madras School of Economics (MSE) is recognized as an “ Institution of Special Importance” by the Government of Tamil Nadu through the MSE act 2020. MSE is now empowered to award its own degrees. It is one of the top ranked economics institutions in the country, headed by Dr. C. Rangarajan (former Chairman of Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India and former Governor of RBI).
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, IBPS is the examination conducting agency for Madras School of Economics Admission 2024.
No other means/mode of submission of applications will be accepted for Madras School of Economics Admission 2024.The number of vacancies advertised is tentative and may decrease or increase.
To access further details regarding the admission process, such as the syllabus, age criteria, qualifications, and any additional information, please review the advertisement thoroughly before proceeding with your application.
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Madras School of Economics Admission 2024 : BA, MA, M.Sc. Programmes
Important Dates
| Important Date | BA | MA | M. Sc. |
| Application Begin | 10-04-2024 | ||
| Online Application Last Date | 11-05-2024 | ||
| Admit Card Available | 18-05-2024 | ||
| Examination Date | 01-06-2024 | ||
| Result Date | 17 to 18 June 2024 | ||
| Counseling | June-July 2024 | ||
| Commencement of Classes | 15-07-2024 | 01-08-2024 | |
Examination Fee Details
Application fee for BA, MA and M. Sc. Programs.
- GEN (UR) /OBC / EWS : 1000/-
- SC / ST : 800/-
Age Eligibility : As on 01-07-2024
- The eligible candidates should not have completed 25 years of age as on 1st July 2024 for for BA, MA And M.Sc. Course.
Educational Eligibility : Madras School of Economics Admission 2024
| Programs Name | Total Seats | Educational Eligibility |
| BA (Honours) Economics | 80 | (I) 10+2 / Intermediate with Mathematics as a subject Passed in the first attempt from in recognized board / Institute of India. (II) The eligible candidates must secure at the plus-two: 65% for General category; 60% for OBC – NonCreamy Layer; 50% for SC/ST/PWD candidates |
| MA General Economics, Applied Quantitative Finance, Financial Economics, Actuarial Economics, Environmental Economics | 47 | (I) The candidates should have studied mathematics at plus two-level, or its equivalent (II) Undergraduate degree in social sciences (including commerce & management), sciences or engineering or mathematics or statistics (including those who are appearing for their final year exams in the AY 2024). (III) The eligible candidates must secure at the under-graduation level: 55% for General category; 50% for OBC – Non-Creamy Layer; 45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates. |
| M. Sc. (Data Sciences) | 47 | (I) The candidates should have studied mathematics at plus two-level, or its equivalent (II) Undergraduate degree in social sciences (including commerce & management), sciences or engineering or mathematics or statistics (including those who are appearing for their final year exams in the AY 2024). (III) The eligible candidates must secure at the under-graduation level: 55% for General category; 50% for OBC – Non-Creamy Layer; 45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates. |
Course Details : Madras School of Economics Admission 2024
- Admission to B.A. (Honours) Economics Programmes Academic Year 2024-27.
- Madras School of Economics (MSE) invites applications for admission to 2-Year (4 Semesters) M.A. Programmes in (i) General Economics, (ii) Applied Quantitative Finance, (iii) Financial Economics (iv), Actuarial Economics and (v) Environmental Economics.
- Madras School of Economics (MSE) invites applications for admission to a Two Year (Four Semesters) M.Sc. Degree Program in Data Science.
Examination Structure : Madras School of Economics Admission 2024
Structure of the test for B.A. Entrance
- The examination will comprise the following objective type multiple choice tests.
- There will be no penalty for wrong answers marked by you.
- Examination will be in English mode only.
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 40 | 40 | 120 minutes |
| Descriptive Statistics | 20 | 20 | |
| Language Skill (English) | 20 | 20 | |
| Aptitude Test | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Structure of the test for M.A. Entrance
- The Part-B questions will be at UG level courses in Economics (for Economics Stream) and in Mathematics / Statistics (for Mathematics/Statistics Stream) programs
- All questions MCQ type with four options.
- One mark for each correct answer.
- The examination will be conducted on-line i.e. on a computer.
- All tests will be in English.
| Number of parts | Two Parts Part-A (compulsory) Part-B (to choose between Mathematics/Statistics stream and Economics stream |
| Total number of questions | 100; Part-A: 60; Part-B: 40 |
| Test duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Coverage of topics and Number of Questions | |
| Part-A | Basic Mathematics & Statistics – 30 questions Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning – 15 questions Language & Reading Comprehension – 15 questions Total – 60 questions |
| Part-B (Mathematics/Statistics stream) | Advanced Mathematics – 20 questions Advanced Statistics – 20 questions Total – 40 questions |
| Part-B (Economics stream) | Microeconomics – 10 questions Macroeconomics – 10 questions Indian Economy & Related Topics – 20 questions Total – 40 questions |
Entrance Test Pattern M. Sc. (Data Science)
- The Part-B questions will be at UG level courses in Economics (for Economics Stream) and in Mathematics/Statistics (for Mathematics/Statistics Stream) programs
- All questions MCQ type with four options.
- One mark for each correct answer.
- The examination will be conducted on-line i.e. on a computer.
- All tests will be in English.
| Number of parts | Two Parts Part-A (compulsory) Part-B ( Mathematics/Statistics stream) compulsory |
| Total number of questions | 100; Part-A: 60; Part-B: 40 |
| Test duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Coverage of topics and Number of Questions | |
| Part-A | Basic Mathematics & Statistics – 30 questions Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning – 15 questions Language & Reading Comprehension – 15 questions Total – 60 questions |
| Part-B (Mathematics/Statistics stream) | Advanced Mathematics – 20 questions Advanced Statistics – 20 questions Total – 40 questions |
| Before applying online, it’s important for interested candidates to carefully read through the entire notification. www.vacancyboard.in |
Links for Online Application Form
Links for B.A.
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download FAQ for BA | Click here |
| Download Admission Notification | Click Here |
| Question Sample for BA | Click here |
| Download Notification Bulletin | Click Here |
| MSE Official Website | Click here |
Links for M.A.
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download FAQ | Click here |
| Download Questions Sample | Click here |
| Download Syllabus and Pattern | Click here |
| Download Admission Notification | Click Here |
| Download Notification Bulletin | Click Here |
| MSE Official Website | Click here |
Link For M. Sc. (Data Science)
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download FAQ | Click here |
| Download Questions Sample | Click here |
| Download Syllabus and Pattern | Click here |
| Download Admission Notification | Click Here |
| Download Notification Bulletin | Click Here |
| MSE Official Website | Click here |
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