General specialisation overview: what is an Online MA in History?
The Online MA in History is the History elective track of the Master of Arts. You study the same UGC-entitled MA core that every student takes, then specialise through History papers, case work and a final-semester project.
1 university in our dataset publish this track, with a total programme fee of ₹7,600 – ₹1,38,000 over 2 years. Because the specialisation sits inside the parent degree, your marksheet reads MA with the History electives listed — which is what employers and higher-study admissions look at.
Highlights of Online MA in History 2026
| Programme | Online MA in History |
|---|---|
| Level | Postgraduate degree |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Mode | Distance |
| Fee range | ₹7,600 – ₹1,38,000 |
| Universities offering it | 1 in our dataset |
| Approvals to check | UGC entitlement + UGC-DEB, NAAC grade, AICTE where applicable |
| Typical entry salary | ₹4 – ₹9 LPA (role dependent) |
General specialisation overview: scope of Online MA in History
History keeps appearing in hiring plans because the work is measurable, and online study lets you apply each module at your current job while you finish the degree.
Roles reported by the universities offering this track include Teaching (subject to requirements), Content and communication roles, Research-related progression.
Teaching (subject to requirements)
Typical package band: 4.5 – 10 LPA.
Content and communication roles
Typical package band: 4 – 10 LPA.
Research-related progression
Typical package band: 4 – 10 LPA.
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility is set by each university, not by the specialisation. Confirm the exact percentage rule on the university's own admission page before you pay.
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A bachelor's degree of at least three years from a UGC-recognised university.
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Most universities ask for 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) — always confirm on the university page.
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No entrance exam at most online universities; a few run an internal aptitude test or interview.
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Working professionals can apply without a break in employment — attendance is not physical.
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Graduates from any stream are usually eligible, though a history background helps.
Admission process
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Shortlist the university, not just the specialisation — Compare the 1 universities that run History on approvals, fee and semester structure before you register.
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Register on the online-learning portal — Create an account with your mobile number and email, then verify the OTP to open the application form.
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Fill the application and pick the specialisation — Choose MA and then History as the elective track — the choice is usually recorded at admission or by semester 2.
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Upload documents — Degree certificate, consolidated marksheets, photo ID, passport photo and category certificate where applicable.
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Pay the fee (full, semester or EMI) — Most universities allow semester-wise payment and no-cost EMI; keep the receipt and the fee-structure page.
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Get the enrolment number and LMS access — Verification takes a few working days, after which recorded lectures, e-books and live-class links open up.
Why study History in online mode?
Same degree, UGC-entitled
An online MA from a UGC-entitled university carries the same academic value as the on-campus degree.
Earn while you learn
Recorded lectures and weekend live classes mean you never have to resign to upskill.
Lower total cost
₹7,600 – ₹1,38,000 covers the whole programme — no relocation, hostel or commute spend.
Specialisation depth from semester 2
Core management or subject papers come first, then History electives, projects and a capstone.
Portfolio you can show
Case work, live projects and the capstone become interview evidence, which matters more than the mode of study.
Placement support included
Most universities give resume reviews, mock interviews and access to a recruiter portal — assistance, not a guarantee.
General specialisation overview: indicative syllabus of Online MA in History
Universities running this track list electives such as English, Marathi, Hindi, Economics, History, Education. The semester-wise paper list is published by each university and is on its course page.
Universities running this track list electives such as English, Marathi, Hindi, Economics, History, Education. The semester-wise paper list is published by each university and is on its course page.
University-specific data: colleges offering Online MA in History
| # | University | Total fee | Duration | Approvals | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open UniversityNashik, Maharashtra | Not specified | — | UGC-DEB · NAAC Accredited 'A' Grade by NAAC in its first cycle in 2022 | View |
| University | Total fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| YCMOUNashik, Maharashtra | Not specified | — |
Career prospects & indicative salary range 2026
Salary bands are indicative ranges for Indian hiring, not university placement promises. Your package depends on prior experience, city and interview performance.
| Job role | Indicative annual salary range | What the role does |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching (subject to requirements) | 4.5 – 10 LPA | Reported by universities offering the History track. |
| Content and communication roles | 4 – 10 LPA | Reported by universities offering the History track. |
| Research-related progression | 4 – 10 LPA | Reported by universities offering the History track. |
Teaching (subject to requirements)
4.5 – 10 LPAReported by universities offering the History track.
Content and communication roles
4 – 10 LPAReported by universities offering the History track.
Research-related progression
4 – 10 LPAReported by universities offering the History track.
Industries hiring
- Education
- Public sector
- Private sector
University-specific data: fees published by each university
| University | Duration | Total fee |
|---|---|---|
| YCMOU | Not specified | Not specified |
Specialisation choice rarely changes the Online MA fee — the figures above are the programme fees published by each university.
Online MA in History FAQs
Yes, when the university is UGC-entitled for online programmes and listed on UGC-DEB. The degree does not say "online" differently in terms of validity — it is treated at par with the on-campus MA.
₹7,600 – ₹1,38,000 for the full programme across the 1 university we track. Semester-wise payment and EMI options are common.
No. Universities price the MA as one programme; the History choice changes your electives, not the fee.
Some universities let you change the elective track before semester 2 closes. Ask the admission counsellor in writing — it is not guaranteed everywhere.
Universities offer placement assistance: resume help, mock interviews and recruiter portals. That is different from guaranteed placement, so ask what exactly is included for online learners.
More on the Online MA
Each section below is a full page of its own — open the one you need.
Other MA specialisations
- MA in English6 universities
- MA in Economics4 universities
- MA in Political Science4 universities
- MA in Sociology2 universities
- MA in Journalism & Mass Communication1 universities
- MA in Psychology1 universities
- MA in Mass Communication1 universities
- MA in Marathi1 universities
- MA in Hindi1 universities
- MA in Education1 universities
- MA in Public Administration1 universities
Not sure which Online MA to pick?
Compare the universities above on fee, entitlement status and specialisation, or talk to a counsellor who will walk you through the shortlist. No cost, no obligation.
