Department Overview & Program Philosophy
The Department of Economics at Indira Gandhi Mahila Mahavidyalaya (IGMMV), Kaithal, was established with a clear mission: to provide high-caliber, affordable, and transformative higher education to women in Haryana. The M.A. Economics combines deep conceptual understanding, practical hands-on pedagogy, and holistic intellectual development.
The M.A. in Economics at IGMMV Kaithal is a rigorous 2-year postgraduate program affiliated to Kurukshetra University. Tailored for analytical women aspiring to careers in the Indian Economic Service (IES), banking, policy think-tanks, economic research, and academia, the program delves deeply into Microeconomic & Macroeconomic Analysis, Econometrics, International Trade, and Development Planning. Affiliated with Kurukshetra University and aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP-2020), students acquire comprehensive academic and career-ready proficiencies across:
Vision & Mission of the Department
Center of Academic Excellence for Women
“To cultivate analytically astute women economists capable of conducting rigorous socio-economic research and shaping national development policies.”
- M1:Provide in-depth theoretical and mathematical foundation in modern economic theories.
- M2:Impart hands-on econometric and data analysis techniques using statistical packages.
- M3:Prepare scholars for UGC-NET (Economics), Indian Economic Service (IES), and banking leadership.
Curriculum & Semester-Wise Scheme
Official Lesson Plans & Academic Schedules (2026-27)
The Department publishes official weekly lecture distributions, laboratory experiment plans, and continuous assessment schemes for students and faculty. Download official PDFs below:
M.A. Economics Lesson Plan 2026-27 (Odd Semester)
Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Quantitative methods, and Public finance lecture targets.
Departmental Facilities & Campus Infrastructure
The department features contemporary specialized facilities designed to give students extensive hands-on proficiency, research aptitude, and practical learning experience.
Economic Data Analytics & Econometrics Lab
Faculty & Academic Mentors
The Department is led by qualified and dedicated educators specializing in their academic disciplines, research methodology, and student guidance:
Ms. Arti Chawla
Ms. Neelam Devi
Ms. Priyanka Sharma
Career Opportunities & Progression Pathways
Graduating with a degree in M.A. Economics from IGMMV opens diverse, high-growth employment avenues across industries, public sector undertakings, educational institutions, and competitive services:
Higher Studies & Postgraduate Pathways:
Graduates are primed for Ph.D. in Economics, research fellowships, or careers in economic governance.
Eligibility Criteria & Admission Process
Eligibility Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with Economics or Mathematics or Commerce.
- Minimum 50% marks in aggregate or 45% marks in Economics.
- Admission conducted via Centralized Haryana Online Admission Portal.
Required Documents for Admission:
- 10th, 12th & Graduation DMC Certificates
- Character & Migration Certificate
- Haryana Domicile & PPP ID
- 5 Recent passport size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ready to Enroll in M.A. Economics?
Visit our admissions counseling desk on campus or reach out directly to the Department of Economics faculty.