About Jindal School of International Affairs
Jindal School of International Affairs at O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat teaches four-year BA (Hons.) degrees in global affairs, political science and diplomacy, one-year and online MA programmes, and a PhD.
The Jindal School of International Affairs is the international relations school of O.P. Jindal Global University, a private residential university in Sonipat near the Delhi border. Students who have finished Class 12 can choose among three four-year residential BA (Hons.) degrees: Global Affairs, Political Science, and Diplomacy and Foreign Policy. For graduates there is a one-year MA in Diplomacy, Law and Business taught at the university centre in New Delhi, plus online master programmes in international relations, security and strategy and in electoral analysis and management. Research students can take a residential PhD lasting three to six years. The school suits students aiming for careers in diplomacy, policy research, think tanks and international organisations.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Online | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Applicants register on the JGU admissions portal (admissions.jgu.edu.in), which has separate forms for undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD entry, while the online master programmes are applied for through jguonline.edu.in. The school course page does not set out entrance tests or selection steps, so check the programme page and the current admission notice for eligibility and the selection process. PhD applicants use the separate PhD application on the same portal.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Other colleges in Sonipat
Jindal School of Psychology and Counselling
Jindal School of Environment and Sustainability
Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences
Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities
Jindal School of Banking and Finance
Jindal Global Law School
Frequently asked questions
Which bachelor degrees does JSIA offer?
Four-year BA (Hons.) programmes in Global Affairs, Political Science, and Diplomacy and Foreign Policy.
Where is the MA Diplomacy, Law and Business taught?
It is a one-year programme held at the JGU off-campus centre in New Delhi.
How long is the PhD at JSIA?
Three to six years, residential.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- Courses - Jindal School of International Affairs · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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