Research work after PG Courses

1. Research Programs in Education

A. Master of Education (M.Ed.)

• Duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: B.Ed. or B.A. B.Ed./B.Sc. B.Ed. with minimum 50% marks.
• Focus Areas:
  • Educational Psychology
  • Curriculum Development
  • Educational Technology
  • Guidance & Counseling

B. M.Phil. in Education (if offered)

• Duration: 1 year
• Eligibility: Master’s in Education (M.Ed./MA Education) with 55% marks.
• Research Areas:
  • Inclusive Education
  • Teacher Education
  • ICT in Education

C. Ph.D. in Education

• Duration: 3-5 years (varies)
• Eligibility: M.Ed./M.Phil. in Education with 55% marks + UGC-NET/JRF (preferred).
• Admission Process:
  • Entrance Test by MGSU
  • Interview + Research Proposal Submission
• Research Areas at MGSU:
  • Distance & Online Education
  • Educational Policy & Administration
  • Women’s Education
  • Environmental Education

2. Application Process

• Check the MGSU official website for notifications.
• Submit online/offline forms with required documents (mark sheets, research proposal for Ph.D.).
• Entrance exams (if applicable) followed by interviews.

3. Funding & Scholarships

• UGC-NET/JRF holders receive a stipend (₹31,000–35,000/month for Ph.D.).
• MGSU Fellowships (limited seats, merit-based).
• State Government Schemes (e.g., Rajasthan Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students).

4. Career After Research in Education

• University Professor/Assistant Professor (UGC-NET mandatory).
• Education Consultant (NGOs, Govt. Education Departments).
• Curriculum Developer (NCERT, SCERT, Private Publishers).
• Policy Analyst (Education Ministries, Think Tanks).

5. Alternative Options

If MGSU doesn’t offer M.Phil./Ph.D., consider:

IGNOU’s Ph.D. in Education (Distance Learning).

Central Universities (DU, JNU, Jamia) or Rajasthan University, Jaipur.