Master of Arts in Public Policy

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Master of Arts in Public Policy

O.P. Jindal Global University

Total tuition fee: INR 450,000

For International learners, tuition fee would be the local currency equivalent on the day of payment. Learn more

24-36 months

16 courses with an estimate student effort of 10 hours a week

Master's degree

Offered by O.P. Jindal Global University (accredited)

100% online

Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required

2 Tracks of Specialisation

Choose between Data Analytics or Policy Design, as your preferred specialisation. Learn more

Tuition Fee

The total cost of the programme is INR 4,50,000 for Indian applicants. For international learners, total tuition fee would be the 'local currency equivalent' on the day of payment.

An Example in USD, tuition fee = ~ $5,400 (approximately, depending on currency rates). The Jodopay payment portal would automatically calculate the registration fee according to the currency rates and international payment charges.

Fee Structure

Students will be required to make a payment of INR 50,000 (or ~ $600 ) at the time of registration. This fee will be adjusted with the first semester fee.

Students may pay in multiple instalments shared below -

Fee | Amount (INR) | Due Date (Spring Batch) | Due Date (Fall Batch) Registration* | INR 50,000 | Upon acceptance of the offer letter 1st Semester + Refundable Deposit** | INR 78,500 | 15th of March | 15th of September 2nd Semester | INR 1,12,500 | 1st of August | 1st of February 3rd Semester | INR 1,12,500 | 1st of February | 1st of August 4th Semester | INR 1,12,500 | 1st of August | 1st of February

For more details , refer to the Fee payment policy (MA PP)

*Registration fee is refundable based on the University's Refund Policy. Click on the link to know more.

**Refundable Security Deposit:

  • A refundable security deposit of USD $200 / INR 16,000 is charged as a part of the programme fee.

  • Any fee towards re-sit examination(s) and revaluation of answer scripts is deducted from this refundable deposit.

  • This ensures that learners are not burdened with high transaction costs every time they make a payment for re-sit examination/revaluation of answer scripts.

  • This refundable deposit is payable along with the balance first semester fee.

  • Any unused portion of this deposit will be refunded to the learner upon graduation / withdrawal from the programme at any point.

Payment Options

Jodo Pay

Payment gateway solution that enables learners to pay the fees through Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / Wallets / International Payments

Financing Options

Jodo Cred (For Indian Applicants only)

O.P. Jindal Global University provides an opportunity to pay the fees in monthly instalments at a nominal cost. Jodo monthly payment plan comes at a low-cost EMI option for the students to pay the fees and offers the following benefits for all students:

- Covers all courses offered by JGU Online - Only a PAN number is required for initial registration and approval. - 24×7 helpline number to assist you in your application - Fully digital process, takes around 15 mins to complete all loan formalities(from application to loan agreement signature)

To register for Jodo Cred, visit : https://app.jodo.in/jgu to speak with Jodo representatives, Call : +91 99729 82193, +91 96201 42953

Click here for more details.

Not ready to enrol yet? Complete these professional certificates stacking into your degree credits.

Upto 15 Credits will be recognised for learners who have completed ANY one of the following: -

Not ready to commit? These courses may provide you with a preview of the topics, materials and instructors in a related degree program which can help you decide if the topic or university is right for you.


Important Dates (Fall 2024)

  • Applications Open: 22nd March '24
  • Deadline to enroll for Admit Learners: 15th September '24

Documents Required

  1. Academic History - Degree Certificate or Consolidated Transcript
  2. Valid ID Card -
  • Indian learners: Aadhar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Voter ID Card
  • International learners: Passport / Govt. Issued ID Card

Programme Schedule

The programme is offered in 2 cohorts: Spring (March) and Fall (September). Applications for Fall '24 are now live!


Want to learn more about the programme?

Have questions? please contact online@jgu.edu.in.

Not ready to enrol yet? Complete these professional certificates stacking into your degree credits.

Upto 15 Credits will be recognised for learners who have completed ANY one of the following: -

Not ready to commit? These courses may provide you with a preview of the topics, materials and instructors in a related degree program which can help you decide if the topic or university is right for you.


Important Dates (Fall 2024)

  • Applications Open: 22nd March '24
  • Deadline to enroll for Admit Learners: 15th September '24

Documents Required

  1. Academic History - Degree Certificate or Consolidated Transcript
  2. Valid ID Card -
  • Indian learners: Aadhar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Voter ID Card
  • International learners: Passport / Govt. Issued ID Card

Programme Schedule

The programme is offered in 2 cohorts: Spring (March) and Fall (September). Applications for Fall '24 are now live!


Want to learn more about the programme?

Have questions? please contact online@jgu.edu.in.