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University School of Humanities and Social Sciences, GGSIPU

New Delhi, Delhi · State govt

Also known as USHSS, USHSS GGSIPU, University School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

About University School of Humanities and Social Sciences, GGSIPU

GGSIPU’s humanities school at the Dwarka campus runs a four-year BA English, MA English and MA Economics, and PhDs in English, economics and sociology.

The University School of Humanities and Social Sciences (USHSS) is a teaching school of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University on its main campus in Sector 16-C, Dwarka. It has departments of English and Economics and also supports sociology research. After Class 12, students can join the four-year BA English (60 seats), which has exits after one to four years and options such as honours with research or a minor in economics, history, sociology or political science. Postgraduate seats are 60 in MA English and 40 in MA Economics. PhD research is offered in English, economics and sociology. The school also runs weekend certificate courses in Japanese and French and teaches communication skills to other university schools.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Arts Full-time 4 yrs 60 — —
Master of Arts Full-time — 100 — —
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

GGSIPU conducts admission to its university schools through a common, centralised process each year. Candidates read the programme-wise admission brochure for 2026 on the university website for eligibility, the entrance test or national test (such as CUET or GATE where specified) used for ranking, and the counselling schedule, and then register online. Seats are allotted in online counselling by rank.

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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Facilities

  • Library

Where these courses lead

Media

Journalist

Minimum: UG

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Education

School Teacher

Minimum: UG

School teachers plan lessons, teach classes and help children learn and grow. In India most posts need a graduate degree with a…

Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…

Law

Lawyer

Minimum: UG

Lawyers advise clients on legal matters and represent them in courts and tribunals. In India a law graduate enrols as an advocate…

Finance

Chartered Accountant

Minimum: Class 12

Chartered accountants audit accounts, advise on tax and help businesses manage money. In India you qualify through the Institute of Chartered Accountants…

Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

Research scientists plan and run experiments to discover new knowledge or solve practical problems. In India most enter research through a master's…

Agriculture

Agricultural Scientist

Minimum: PG

Agricultural scientists research crops, soil, livestock and farming methods to raise yields and help farmers. The usual route is a four-year B.Sc…

Technology

Data Scientist

Minimum: UG

Data scientists collect and study large amounts of data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They use statistics, programming and…

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Frequently asked questions

How many seats are there in the BA English?

60 seats in the four-year BA English.

Which MA courses are offered?

MA English (60 seats) and MA Economics (40 seats).

Can I leave the BA before four years?

Yes, there are exit awards after one, two and three years, and the BA (Honours) after four years.

Are language courses offered?

Weekend certificate courses in Japanese and French, 40 seats each.

Sources

Information verified on 25 Oct 2026

  1. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University - Home · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  2. GGSIPU - University Schools · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  3. University School of Humanities and Social Sciences, GGSIPU · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  4. USHSS Programmes · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026