College

Department of Economics, Central University of Rajasthan

Ajmer, Rajasthan · Central govt

About Department of Economics, Central University of Rajasthan

The Department of Economics at the Central University of Rajasthan, near Kishangarh in Ajmer district, runs a four-year B.Sc (Hons/Research), an MA and a PhD in Economics.

The Department of Economics is part of the School of Social Sciences at the Central University of Rajasthan, a central university whose campus lies on NH-8 at Bandar Sindri in Ajmer district. It teaches a four-year B.Sc (Hons/Research) in Economics, a two-year MA in Economics and a PhD programme. Undergraduate seats are filled through CUET-UG and postgraduate seats through CUET (PG) or the university non-CUET route. The 2026-27 fee notices place both the B.Sc and the MA in the no-lab Category A fee, about ₹13,050 for the first year, which excludes hostel, mess and a refundable deposit. Unlike most science departments here, its postgraduate degree is an MA rather than an M.Sc, while the undergraduate route is a four-year B.Sc (Hons/Research).

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Science
Accepts: CUET-UG
Full-time 4 yrs — ₹13,050 —
2026–27
Master of Arts
Accepts: CUET-PG
Full-time 2 yrs — ₹13,050 —
2026–27
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

Admission through: Entrance test, Interview

Four-year B.Sc (Hons/Research) seats are filled on the basis of CUET-UG 2026 through online counselling on the university Samarth portal, with spot rounds for vacant seats. PG admission uses CUET (PG) 2026, and a separate non-CUET registration route is also offered for PG programmes. PhD candidates apply on the admissions portal and are selected on eligibility, a presentation and an interview or viva-voce.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
  • 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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Where these courses lead

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MA Economics fee at CURAJ for 2026-27?

₹13,050 for the first year (two semesters), excluding hostel, mess and the ₹3,000 refundable deposit.

How do I get into B.Sc Economics at CURAJ?

Through CUET-UG 2026, followed by online counselling on the university Samarth portal.

Is there a non-CUET route for the MA?

Yes, the university runs a separate non-CUET registration for PG programmes besides the CUET (PG) route.

How are PhD scholars selected?

On eligibility, a research presentation and an interview or viva-voce.

Sources

Information verified on 25 Oct 2026

  1. Academic Programs - Central University of Rajasthan · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  2. Schools - Central University of Rajasthan · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  3. Fee Structure for Four year B.Sc, B.Sc B.Ed and B.Voc 2026-27 - CURAJ · Official notice, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  4. Fee Structure for PG Programmes 2026-27 - CURAJ · Official notice, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  5. Contact Us - Central University of Rajasthan · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  6. Admission 2026-27 - Central University of Rajasthan · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026