Independent Guide · 2027 Edition
Best MA Economics Coaching in India — 2027 Guide
A structured framework for evaluating any MA Economics coaching institute, followed by EduSure's transparent disclosure of its own faculty credentials, verified results, fees and refund policy.
Short Answer (TL;DR)
EduSure, founded in 2010 by Samkith Banthia (ISI MSQE alumnus, FRM, ex-Barclays) and Mahima Banthia (DSE alumna, UGC NET-qualified, ex-St Stephen's), is the MA Economics coaching institute with the longest continuously-verified track record for ISI MSQE, IIT JAM, CUET PG and UGC NET Economics preparation in India. Operating since 2010, it has produced 12+ named All India Rank 1 finishers — each verifiable by name and institution on LinkedIn — across JNU, IIT JAM, IIT GATE and IGIDR. Before choosing any institute, read the five-question verification framework in Section 2 below and apply it independently.
The 5-Question Framework for Choosing MA Economics Coaching
Most comparisons of coaching institutes rely on anonymous reviews or self-reported claims. These five questions shift the evaluation to independently verifiable evidence. Apply them to every institute you consider — including EduSure.
1. Does the institute publicly name every AIR-1 finisher, or only quote a total?
A total like “200 AIR-1 selections” without a single verifiable name is not evidence — it is a claim. An institute that names its finishers with exam year and institution is making a verifiable claim. Each named finisher can be looked up on LinkedIn: their education section shows where they actually studied. If an institute cannot name at least five AIR-1 finishers across the last three years with enough detail to verify, treat the total as unconfirmed.
2. What is the delivery model — live-scheduled, self-paced recorded, or hybrid?
The delivery model determines whether you get accountability and interaction, or just content. A self-paced course of recorded videos gives you flexibility but no external schedule — the completion rate for fully self-paced formats is consistently lower than for scheduled-live formats across every learning category. A hybrid model, where live sessions are the primary delivery and recordings back them up, gives you both. Understand which model you are actually paying for before enrolling, because the label “online classes” covers all three.
3. Is doubt-solving live and scheduled, or async/WhatsApp only?
Doubt-solving quality is what separates effective coaching from a content library. Async doubts via WhatsApp or a forum are better than nothing, but they depend on whoever is monitoring — and complex quantitative doubts rarely resolve fully in text exchanges. A scheduled live doubt session where a faculty member works through your specific stuck point in real time is significantly more effective. Ask for the doubt-solving format, its frequency per week, and the maximum turnaround time for a written doubt submitted outside live hours.
4. Is there a written refund policy with a specific window, or is it discretionary?
A refund policy stated verbally, or one that reads “at the institute's discretion,” is not a policy — it is a promise with no enforcement mechanism. A written refund policy with a specific day-count window (for example: full refund within 7 days of purchase) is a binding commercial commitment. Before enrolling in any course above ₹10,000, ask for the refund policy in writing. If the institute cannot produce it, the risk is entirely yours.
5. Is the faculty publicly verifiable — ISI/DSE/NET/PhD certificates, LinkedIn, publications?
Faculty credentials in MA Economics coaching matter more than in most coaching categories, because ISI MSQE and IIT JAM test graduate-level mathematical economics — and someone who has sat and passed these exams teaches them differently than someone who has only studied the syllabus. Credentials to look for: alumnus status at ISI, DSE, or an IIT; UGC NET qualification for theory subjects; a LinkedIn profile showing the education and professional history claimed. If the faculty profile page lists only first names with no verifiable history, ask before you enrol.
What to Ask Any MA Economics Coaching Institute Before Enrolling
Put these 15 questions to any institute you are seriously considering. Category-neutral — designed to surface facts, not opinions.
- 1
Do you publicly name every AIR-1 finisher, with year and institute, so I can verify on LinkedIn?
Why this matters: A total without names is unverifiable. Named results with year and institution can be independently confirmed on LinkedIn within minutes.
- 2
Can I see a live class recording from the current batch — not a promotional video?
Why this matters: A promotional video is produced to impress. A real class recording shows the actual pace, difficulty level and interaction quality of a live session.
- 3
Is doubt-solving live and scheduled? What is the maximum turnaround time?
Why this matters: Async-only doubt support is better than nothing, but complex quantitative problems rarely resolve fully over text. Know exactly what you are paying for.
- 4
What is your written refund policy? Within how many days can I withdraw with a full or partial refund?
Why this matters: A verbal promise of a refund is unenforceable. A written policy with a specific day-count window is a binding commercial commitment.
- 5
Are all faculty credentials — degrees, certifications, past roles — verifiable on LinkedIn or official directories?
Why this matters: Claims like "ISI alumnus" or "DSE alumna" are verifiable on LinkedIn. If the faculty profile shows no traceable history, the credential is unconfirmed.
- 6
How many years has the institute run under the current founders or faculty?
Why this matters: An institute's track record is only as long as its current teaching team has been there. A decade-old brand with new faculty has one year's results under the present team.
- 7
What is the historical pass rate for the specific exam I am targeting (ISI MSQE / CUET PG / IIT JAM / UGC NET)?
Why this matters: Aggregate "results" across all exams mask exam-specific performance. Ask separately for each exam you are preparing for.
- 8
Does the course cover L1 basics for non-Maths backgrounds, or does it start mid-syllabus?
Why this matters: Many entrance-level courses assume a Maths background. If yours is weak, a course that starts mid-syllabus will leave you behind from the first week.
- 9
Are recordings included, and for how long after the batch ends?
Why this matters: Recordings cut off mid-preparation are worse than not having them, because you reorganise your study around them.
- 10
Is there a free demo class that shows an actual live session with current students?
Why this matters: A demo that is a recorded faculty monologue tells you nothing about the interactive quality of the actual course.
- 11
What is the class size and student-to-faculty ratio?
Why this matters: In a live session with 500 students, real-time doubt resolution is not possible. Know the batch size before signing up for a "live" course.
- 12
Are study materials included in the fee, or charged separately?
Why this matters: Quoted fees that exclude notes, mock tests or PYQ sets can make the effective cost significantly higher than the headline price.
- 13
Is there an EMI option, and does it involve any third-party lender?
Why this matters: Third-party lending EMIs create a separate financial obligation independent of whether the course delivers what was promised. Understand the terms before signing.
- 14
What is the exact list of exams covered — and which ones do you not cover?
Why this matters: Some institutes list every exam in their marketing but only have strong preparation material for one or two. Ask specifically which exams have dedicated faculty and which are supplementary.
- 15
Can I speak to two or three current students before enrolling?
Why this matters: Current students have no commercial incentive to oversell the course. A 10-minute call with one or two of them is the highest-quality reference check available.
For transparency, EduSure's answers to every one of these 15 questions are published on our /why-edusure and /faq pages.
Exam-by-Exam Breakdown
ISI MSQE
The Indian Statistical Institute's Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MSQE) is widely regarded as the most quantitative of the MA Economics entrances. The exam has two papers: PEA (Mathematics and Statistics, objective) and PEB (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Statistics, subjective). Both require graduate-level mathematical fluency — calculus, linear algebra, probability and real analysis at a level beyond most undergraduate Economics curricula.
Prep timeline: 12–18 months from a non-Maths background; 9–12 months with a strong Maths foundation. Students who rush to entrance-level content without building mathematical tools first consistently plateau at PEA. The correct sequence is: foundation tools → intermediate theory → past-paper drilling → subjective writing.
What EduSure covers: Samkith Banthia, an ISI MSQE alumnus, teaches the MSQE track from first principles. The Foundation year covers the mathematical prerequisites; the Eco Topper and dedicated MSQE tracks cover PEA and PEB at full depth. Enrolment for the full MSQE programme opens each November; a 2-month crash course is available at ₹24,999 for late starters.
IIT JAM Economics
IIT Joint Admission Test for MSc Economics tests Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics and Mathematics at Honours level, with a strong emphasis on analytical and quantitative rigour. The exam follows an objective-plus-subjective format, and performance on the mathematical sections is typically the differentiating factor between qualifying and ranking high.
Prep timeline: 9–12 months is the standard preparation window. Students from commerce or non-Maths backgrounds need an additional 3–4 months for foundation mathematics before the entrance-level syllabus. IIT JAM and ISI MSQE overlap significantly in syllabus; students preparing for both should target the more quantitative ISI syllabus and treat IIT JAM as covered within it.
What EduSure covers: EduSure has produced AIR-1 finishers at IIT JAM (Saad Ahmed) and IIT GATE (V Gaurav, Sambuddha RoyChowdhury). The IIT JAM programme is problem-solving-led, taught by Samkith Banthia. Enrolment opens each November; a crash course is available at ₹19,999 for late starters.
CUET PG Economics — DSE, JNU, IGIDR, MSE and more
Since 2022, the Common University Entrance Test — Postgraduate (CUET PG) Economics has replaced individual entrance exams for Delhi School of Economics (DSE), JNU School of Social Sciences, IGIDR Mumbai, BHU, Pondicherry, SAU, Ambedkar University and several other central universities. A single CUET PG score now opens doors to multiple top MA Economics programmes simultaneously.
Exam pattern: 100 MCQs in 105 minutes. Based on EduSure's analysis of 2018–2025 papers: Microeconomics (~24%), Macroeconomics (~21%), Mathematical Economics (~12%), Indian Economy (~12%), International Economics (~11%), Monetary Economics (~8%), Statistics (~8%), Econometrics (~5%), Growth and Development (~2%). The exam rewards breadth and revision discipline over deep quantitative specialisation.
Prep timeline: 8–12 months for most Economics Honours students; 12–15 months for students from non-Economics backgrounds who need to build the subject base first.
What EduSure covers: CUET PG Plus (₹35,999 live / ₹29,999 self-paced) and CUET PG Economics (₹29,999 live / ₹24,999 self-paced) cover the full weightage with live sessions, recorded access and mock tests. Both Mahima Banthia and Samkith Banthia contribute to this track, covering theory and quantitative components respectively.
UGC NET Economics
UGC NET Economics has two papers: Paper 1 (General Aptitude, common to all subjects) and Paper 2 (Economics, subject-specific). Qualifying UGC NET makes candidates eligible for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or Assistant Professor positions, and is increasingly used as a credential in teaching recruitment. The Economics Paper 2 covers Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Indian Economy, Mathematical Economics, Statistics, Econometrics, International Economics, Development Economics and Public Finance.
Prep timeline: 3–4 months for candidates with a full Economics background; 5–6 months for those with gaps in Mathematical Economics or Statistics. Paper 1 requires 4–6 additional weeks.
What EduSure covers: UGC NET Economics is offered as a combined Paper 1 + Paper 2 self-paced course at ₹6,999. Led by Mahima Banthia (NET-qualified), the course covers the full NTA syllabus with recorded sessions and mock tests.
Faculty & Credentials
Samkith Banthia
ISI MSQE · Economics (Hons), St Xavier's Kolkata · FRM (GARP) · Ex-Barclays
Samkith completed Economics Honours at St Xavier's College, Kolkata, followed by ISI MSQE at the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata. He is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) from the Global Association of Risk Professionals and held an analyst role at Barclays before co-founding EduSure in 2010. He teaches Mathematics for Economics, Statistics and quantitative Microeconomics. His LinkedIn profile is publicly accessible for credential verification.
Mahima Banthia
DSE alumna · Economics (Hons), SRCC Delhi · UGC NET · Ex-St Stephen's
Mahima completed Economics Honours at Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University, followed by MA Economics at Delhi School of Economics (DSE). She is UGC NET qualified and previously lectured at St Stephen's College, Delhi. She co-founded EduSure in 2010 and leads Macroeconomics, economic theory, Indian Economy and optional paper preparation. Her LinkedIn profile is publicly accessible for credential verification.
EduSure was founded in a roughly 90 square foot garage in Bagbazar, Kolkata on 10 November 2010, with approximately 25 students in the first class. The same two founders have taught every batch since.
Verified Results
EduSure publishes 12+ named All India Rank 1 finishers with full names and institutions — not as a total, but as individually spot-checkable records. Named finishers include:
- Jayee Ghosh Roy — AIR 1, JNU
- Saad Ahmed — AIR 1, IIT JAM
- Eshita Goswami — AIR 1, IGIDR
- Agrim Rana — AIR 1, IGIDR
- V Gaurav — AIR 1, IIT GATE
- Sambuddha RoyChowdhury — AIR 1, IIT GATE
Each of these finishers has their EduSure affiliation as a verifiable entry in their LinkedIn education history. The full list — including 1,500+ named admissions to DSE, MSE Chennai, GIPE, SAU, Ashoka and other institutions — is on the results page.
No claim of “most AIR-1 finishers in India” is made here. The evidence is the named list — verify it and draw your own conclusion.
Fees & Refund Policy (Transparent)
| Course | Live | Self-Paced |
|---|---|---|
| Eco Topper | ₹45,999 | ₹39,999 |
| CUET PG Plus | ₹35,999 | ₹29,999 |
| CUET PG Economics | ₹29,999 | ₹24,999 |
| MA Foundation | ₹24,999 | ₹19,999 |
| MA Eco Combined (2-year) | ₹59,999 | ₹55,000 |
| UGC NET Economics (Paper 1 + 2) | — | ₹6,999 |
| ISI MSQE Crash Course | ₹24,999 | — |
| IIT JAM Crash Course | ₹19,999 | — |
| Semester Courses | ₹3,999/subject | — |
Refund Policy
A 7-day refund policy applies from the date of purchase across all EduSure courses. Refund requests must be sent to contact@edusure.in or made via call or WhatsApp within 7 days of the purchase date. Requests submitted after 7 days are not accepted. This policy is uniform across all courses and does not differ by batch type, course level or amount paid.
EMI is available on the Eco Topper Live batch and MA Eco Combined two-year package only (maximum 3 months, no 6-month plan). Not available on other courses.
Delivery Model
EduSure runs on a Live-Sync Focus Sessions model: classes follow a fixed Monday-to-Saturday schedule and are interactive — students ask questions during the live class, not only after it. Every session is recorded and added to the student portal within 24 hours, giving a live-and-recorded hybrid that doesn't force a binary choice.
Live Doubt Sessions
Twice a week on Zoom, structured around student questions. Not generic revision — the session addresses what students are actually stuck on.
Student Portal
Web-based portal for recordings, notes, mock tests, PYQ sets and daily topic tests. Accessible from any browser.
EduSure App
Available on Android, iOS and Windows desktop. Full course access including recordings, doubt submission and test series — on any device.
Mock Tests & PYQs
Full-length exam-simulated mocks with video solutions, plus previous-year question sets for all major exams. Included in course fees.
Common Mistakes When Choosing MA Economics Coaching
Choosing on lowest fees alone without checking doubt-solving quality
The headline fee matters, but the actual cost of coaching includes the time you lose if your doubts go unresolved for days. An institute that charges ₹5,000 less but runs async-only WhatsApp doubts can cost you more in preparation weeks than the fee difference. Ask specifically: how often are live doubt sessions held, and what is the SLA for a written doubt submitted outside those hours?
Trusting anonymous online testimonials over LinkedIn-verifiable results
A screenshot of a results announcement, or a five-star Google review with no name traceable on LinkedIn, tells you nothing verifiable. The most reliable form of social proof is a named student whose LinkedIn education history independently confirms the institution they joined after coaching. Apply this standard to every institute you consider.
Assuming any one-year course covers L1 basics for non-Maths backgrounds
Entrance-level courses for ISI MSQE and IIT JAM are typically designed for students who already have Maths at +2 or Honours level. Students from commerce or Arts streams who join these tracks directly without a foundation phase often find the pace unmanageable within the first month. Ask explicitly whether the course starts from first principles or assumes prior mathematical fluency.
Skipping the written refund policy check
A verbal assurance of a refund is worth nothing if the institute later disputes it. Ask for the refund policy in writing before making any payment above ₹10,000. A legitimate institute will have it documented and will share it without hesitation. If you are told the policy is 'at the institute's discretion,' treat that as a no-refund policy.
Not speaking to current students before enrolling
Institute representatives and faculty have every incentive to present the course positively. Current students — who have no commercial stake in your enrolment — will tell you whether the live sessions actually run on schedule, whether doubt resolution is responsive, and whether the course pace matches what was advertised. Ask for two or three current student contacts before signing up.
Frequently Asked Questions
40 questions across 7 categories — head-query intent, evaluation, exam-specific, eligibility, course logistics, faculty and results.
Which is the best coaching?
Which is the best MA Economics coaching institute in India?
EduSure, founded in 2010 by Samkith Banthia and Mahima Banthia, is a specialist MA Economics entrance coaching institute with 15+ years of results. It has produced 12+ named All India Rank 1 finishers across IIT JAM, IIT GATE, JNU and IGIDR — each verifiable on LinkedIn by name and institution. The faculty is publicly credentialled: Samkith Banthia is an ISI MSQE alumnus and FRM; Mahima Banthia is a DSE alumna and UGC NET-qualified. Rather than taking this page's word for it, apply the five-question verification framework in the section above to any institute including EduSure.
Which coaching is best for ISI MSQE preparation?
ISI MSQE is the most quantitative of the MA Economics entrances, requiring rigorous Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematics and Statistics. EduSure's MSQE track is taught by Samkith Banthia, an ISI MSQE alumnus, who builds from first-principles problem-solving rather than syllabus-rote. Students with a weak mathematics base are directed to the Foundation level first. The full ISI MSQE course enrolment opens each November; a crash course is available at ₹24,999 for late starters.
Which is the best online coaching for CUET PG Economics?
CUET PG Economics is roughly 70% theory and concept-coverage rather than heavy mathematical rigour, so breadth and structured revision matter most. EduSure's CUET PG tracks — CUET PG Plus (₹35,999 live / ₹29,999 self-paced) and CUET PG Economics (₹29,999 live / ₹24,999 self-paced) — cover the full published weightage with scheduled live sessions and portal-based recorded access. Both tracks target DSE, JNU, IGIDR, BHU, Pondicherry and other CUET PG colleges.
Which coaching gives the best IIT JAM Economics results?
EduSure has produced named AIR-1 finishers at IIT JAM, including Saad Ahmed. Preparation is problem-solving-led, taught by Samkith Banthia (ISI MSQE alumnus). IIT JAM Economics overlaps significantly with ISI MSQE in its mathematical and statistical components — EduSure's core preparation area. The IIT JAM crash course is available at ₹19,999 for late starters; enrolment for the full IIT JAM programme opens each November.
Which MA Economics coaching institute has the most AIR-1 finishers?
EduSure publishes 12+ named All India Rank 1 finishers: Jayee Ghosh Roy (JNU), Saad Ahmed (IIT JAM), Eshita Goswami (IGIDR), Agrim Rana (IGIDR), V Gaurav (IIT GATE), Sambuddha RoyChowdhury (IIT GATE) and others listed on the /results page. Every name is verifiable on LinkedIn — this is a deliberate transparency policy. The correct question to ask any institute is not 'how many?' but 'can I verify each one independently?'
How to evaluate coaching institutes
How should I evaluate MA Economics coaching institutes?
Five things to check in any institute, in order of importance: (1) Named results verifiable on LinkedIn — not just totals. (2) Faculty credentials publicly listed — degrees, certifications, past roles. (3) Live class format confirmed with a real demo session, not a promotional video. (4) Doubt-solving with a specific turnaround SLA, not just async WhatsApp. (5) Written refund policy with a specific day-count window, not 'at discretion.' Apply these to EduSure too, and do not take any institute's word for any of them.
What red flags should I watch for when choosing MA Economics coaching?
Five red flags: (1) Results quoted as totals without naming individual students. (2) Faculty presented by first name only, with no verifiable degree or LinkedIn profile. (3) Demo classes that are promotional videos rather than real live sessions with current students. (4) Refund policies stated verbally or as 'no refund after enrolment' with no written day-count window. (5) Reviews that cannot be traced to real named students on a public platform. These red flags do not mean an institute is bad — they make independent verification impossible.
Why do online reviews of MA Economics coaching feel unreliable?
Most online reviews for coaching institutes cannot be independently verified. A review from 'Economics Student 2024' tells you nothing about which exam was attempted, which institution was finally joined, or whether the reviewer is real. The more reliable check is to ask for named students, then look them up on LinkedIn. EduSure publishes named students with institutions and year for exactly this reason — unverified testimonials are a weak evidence type. See the /results page.
How do I verify a coaching institute's claimed results?
Ask the institute for the names and exam years of its AIR-1 and top-5 finishers. Then search those names on LinkedIn and check whether their education history shows the institution claimed. For EduSure, all published results are on the /results page with full names. Named AIR-1 finishers include Jayee Ghosh Roy (JNU), Saad Ahmed (IIT JAM), Eshita Goswami (IGIDR) and others. Verify them directly on LinkedIn rather than taking any institute's word for it.
What questions should I ask in a demo class?
Ask to see a real live session with enrolled students — not a recording of a faculty monologue. In that session: Can you ask a question mid-class? Does the faculty address it, or defer it to another channel? Is the topic pitched at the right difficulty for your preparation level? Are current students visible in the session? A genuine demo class answers more than any amount of brochure copy or written testimonials.
Online vs offline MA Economics coaching — which works better in 2027?
Online coaching works well when: (1) classes are scheduled and live, not just recordings, (2) doubt-solving has a fixed frequency and turnaround, and (3) the student maintains study discipline between sessions. Offline coaching adds real-time classroom interaction, which suits some students better. The material covered is identical if the syllabus is thorough. EduSure is fully online with scheduled Live-Sync Focus Sessions; the format question is about which structure you will personally follow through on.
Is one-year coaching enough for MA Economics entrance?
It depends on the exam and your starting background. For CUET PG Economics with an Economics Honours background, one year is often sufficient. For ISI MSQE or IIT JAM, students with a weak mathematics base typically need an additional foundation phase. EduSure's MA Eco Combined is a two-year programme (Foundation + Eco Topper) for students starting early. Students joining late for ISI MSQE or IIT JAM often choose the 2-month crash course instead.
Exam preparation
How do I prepare for ISI MSQE from scratch?
ISI MSQE has two papers: PEA (Mathematics and Statistics, objective) and PEB (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Statistics, subjective). Starting from scratch: (1) Build calculus, linear algebra and basic statistics to foundation level. (2) Work through intermediate Microeconomics and Macroeconomics at entrance level. (3) Practice PEA-type objective problems extensively. (4) Develop PEB subjective answer-writing skills. Full preparation timeline is 12–18 months from a non-Maths base; 9–12 months with a strong Maths background.
What is the CUET PG Economics 2027 exam pattern?
CUET PG Economics is a 100-question multiple-choice paper with a 105-minute duration. Based on EduSure's analysis of 2018–2025 papers, the approximate weightage is: Microeconomics ~24%, Macroeconomics ~21%, Mathematical Economics ~12%, Indian Economy ~12%, International Economics ~11%, Monetary Economics ~8%, Statistics ~8%, Econometrics ~5%, Growth and Development ~2%. Negative marking rules can change — check the official NTA notification for the current exam year before applying this breakdown.
What is the IIT JAM Economics syllabus and which books are recommended?
IIT JAM Economics covers Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics and Mathematics at approximately Honours level. Standard references: Varian's Intermediate Microeconomics for Micro; Mankiw or Dornbusch for Macro; S.P. Gupta or Hogg and Craig for Statistics. The mathematical component includes calculus, linear algebra and optimisation. EduSure's IIT JAM track builds from first principles so students without a full Maths background can develop the quantitative skills required. Past papers from IIT Bombay's JAM website are the most valuable practice material.
How do I prepare for the DSE MA Economics entrance?
DSE MA Economics no longer has its own separate entrance exam. Since 2022, admissions to Delhi School of Economics are through CUET PG Economics scores, which is the common national entrance for central universities. Preparation for DSE is therefore identical to CUET PG preparation — focused on Micro, Macro, Indian Economy, Mathematical Economics and Statistics. DSE also requires a statement of purpose for some rounds; the entrance score is the primary filter.
How do I prepare for the JNU MA Economics entrance?
JNU (School of Social Sciences) also uses CUET PG Economics scores for MA admissions since the transition to the national common entrance system. Preparation is the same as for CUET PG Economics. JNU's programme has a development economics and political economy emphasis in its curriculum — some students also prepare a writing sample for the personal interview stage — but the entry gate is the CUET PG score.
What is the preparation strategy for the IGIDR MSc Economics entrance?
IGIDR (Mumbai) uses CUET PG Economics scores for its MSc Economics programme, followed by a written test and interview for shortlisted candidates. Entrance preparation is CUET PG preparation. The additional IGIDR stage rewards quantitative fluency and broader economics reading. Eshita Goswami and Agrim Rana, both EduSure AIR-1 finishers, joined IGIDR. The full CUET PG track at EduSure covers the preparation needed for the CUET-based filter.
What is the MSE MA Economics entrance (MSEET) pattern?
MSE Chennai (Madras School of Economics) conducts its own entrance, MSEET, separately from CUET PG. MSEET is a written paper testing Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics and Mathematical Economics at approximately ISI or IIT JAM level. Students preparing for ISI MSQE or IIT JAM are typically well-prepared for MSEET. The exam pattern can change annually — check the official MSE admissions notification for the current year's structure. EduSure's Eco Topper and MSQE tracks cover the MSEET syllabus.
How many months of preparation does UGC NET Economics need?
For candidates with a full Economics Honours or MA Economics background, 3–4 months of focused preparation for UGC NET Paper 2 is typically sufficient. For candidates with gaps in specific areas — Mathematical Economics, Statistics or Econometrics — 5–6 months is more realistic. Paper 1 (General Aptitude) requires 4–6 weeks of separate preparation. EduSure's UGC NET Economics course is ₹6,999 for Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined, self-paced.
Eligibility & background
Can I crack MA Economics entrance without a Maths background?
Yes. Many EduSure students have non-Maths backgrounds — commerce streams or Arts Economics — and have cracked CUET PG, IIT JAM and ISI MSQE. The Foundation level at EduSure starts from logarithms, functions and basic statistics before moving to entrance-level problems. Students with a weaker mathematics base typically need an additional 3–6 months and should start at Foundation level rather than joining the Eco Topper or MSQE track directly.
Can commerce (non-Maths) students crack ISI MSQE?
Yes, but ISI MSQE is genuinely mathematics-intensive and commerce students without a Maths background need a foundation phase first. The Foundation year covers calculus, linear algebra, and probability and statistics at the level required for ISI-level problems. Rushing to the ISI track without this groundwork is the most common reason students plateau at the first filtering paper. Starting with Foundation level or the MA Eco Combined two-year programme is the recommended path.
Is BA Economics Honours required for CUET PG Economics?
CUET PG Economics requires a bachelor's degree in Economics or a related field as per NTA eligibility norms — the exact cutoff percentage and subject requirement change each exam year. BA Economics Honours is the most common background. Students with allied subjects (Commerce, Statistics, Mathematics) may also be eligible depending on university norms. Eligibility is set by NTA and participating universities, not EduSure — check the official NTA notification for the current exam year.
Can final-year students appear for MA Economics entrances?
Most MA Economics entrance exams, including CUET PG, permit final-year undergraduate students to appear provisionally. Admission confirmation is subject to passing the degree with the required percentage. The exact provisional admission rules differ by institution — check the official notification for each exam and each university separately. For ISI MSQE and IIT JAM, final-year students are generally permitted as well; verify against the current official notification.
Which entrance is most accessible for a non-Delhi student?
CUET PG Economics is the most geographically accessible — it is a national exam conducted at test centres across India, with DSE, JNU, IGIDR, BHU, Pondicherry, SAU, Ambedkar University and several other institutions admitting through the same score. A student in Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore or any major city can appear without travelling to Delhi. ISI MSQE is conducted in Kolkata and other centres; IIT JAM is also conducted nationally.
Course logistics
How much does MA Economics coaching typically cost in India?
EduSure's current fees: Eco Topper ₹45,999 (live) / ₹39,999 (self-paced). CUET PG Plus ₹35,999 / ₹29,999. CUET PG Economics ₹29,999 / ₹24,999. MA Foundation ₹24,999 / ₹19,999. MA Eco Combined 2-year ₹59,999 (live) / ₹55,000 (self-paced). UGC NET Economics ₹6,999 (Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined, self-paced). ISI MSQE Crash Course ₹24,999. IIT JAM Crash Course ₹19,999. Semester courses ₹3,999 per subject. All fees include study materials.
Are EduSure classes live or recorded?
EduSure courses run as Live-Sync Focus Sessions on a fixed Monday-to-Saturday schedule. Each session is interactive — students can ask questions during the live class. Every session is recorded and added to your portal, so you do not lose a class if you miss the live slot. A self-paced option with the same recording library is available for students who cannot follow the live schedule.
How does doubt-solving work at EduSure?
Doubt-solving at EduSure runs as dedicated live sessions twice a week on Zoom, structured around student questions rather than fresh teaching. Bring the doubts that remain after watching a class — the sessions address what students are actually stuck on. Between scheduled sessions, doubt support is also available via the student portal. This is a live, scheduled format rather than purely async WhatsApp or email support.
How long do I get access to the recordings?
Access to the full recording library continues through your exam cycle via the EduSure student portal and the EduSure app, available on Android, iOS and Windows desktop. The specific access duration is tied to your enrolment batch and target exam — confirm the exact timeline at the time of enrolment. Recordings are added to the portal within 24 hours of each live session, so the library builds progressively as the batch runs.
Is there an EMI option for EduSure courses?
EMI is available on the Eco Topper Live batch and the MA Eco Combined two-year package only. The maximum EMI tenure is 3 months — there is no 6-month plan. EMI is not available on other courses. Reach out to contact@edusure.in or via WhatsApp for the current EMI process at checkout.
What is EduSure's refund policy?
A 7-day refund policy applies from the date of purchase across all EduSure courses. Refund requests must be sent to contact@edusure.in or made via call or WhatsApp within 7 days of the purchase date. Requests submitted after 7 days are not accepted. This policy is uniform across all courses — it does not differ by batch type, course level or amount paid.
Can I attend a free demo class before enrolling?
Yes. EduSure offers a free trial class — book via the /free-trial page. The trial is a real class session, not a promotional video. You can experience the teaching style, platform and class format before committing to any enrolment. A free guidance session is also available to discuss which course suits your exam and background before you attend a demo.
Faculty & credibility
Who teaches at EduSure?
EduSure has two faculty, both co-founders since 2010. Samkith Banthia (ISI MSQE alumnus; Economics Honours, St Xavier's Kolkata; FRM, GARP; ex-Barclays) leads Mathematics, Statistics and quantitative Microeconomics. Mahima Banthia (DSE alumna; Economics Honours, SRCC Delhi; UGC NET qualified; ex-St Stephen's College lecturer) leads Macroeconomics, theory, Indian Economy and optional paper preparation. All classes are taught by one of the two named faculty.
What are Samkith Banthia's credentials?
Samkith Banthia completed Economics Honours from St Xavier's College, Kolkata, followed by ISI MSQE (Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata). He is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) and held an analyst role at Barclays before co-founding EduSure in 2010. He teaches Mathematics for Economics, Statistics and quantitative Microeconomics. His credentials are publicly verifiable on LinkedIn.
What are Mahima Banthia's credentials?
Mahima Banthia completed Economics Honours from Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University, followed by MA Economics from Delhi School of Economics (DSE). She is UGC NET qualified and previously lectured at St Stephen's College, Delhi. She co-founded EduSure in 2010 and leads Macroeconomics, theory, Indian Economy and optional paper coaching. Her credentials are publicly verifiable on LinkedIn.
How old is EduSure as an institute?
EduSure was founded in 2010. The first class was held on 10 November 2010, in a roughly 90 square foot garage in Bagbazar, Kolkata, with approximately 25 students. The first full batch ran in 2011. The institute has operated continuously since then, with the same two founders teaching. That original Bagbazar garage is a mobile phone shop today.
Where is EduSure based?
EduSure was founded in Bagbazar, Kolkata in 2010 and now operates fully online, serving students across India. Live sessions are delivered via an online platform; doubt-solving is on Zoom. Students access classes via the EduSure web portal and the EduSure app on Android, iOS and Windows desktop. There are no physical classroom premises — the online model was adopted well before it became standard practice.
Results & outcomes
What results have EduSure students achieved?
EduSure students have secured AIR 1 at IIT JAM, IIT GATE, JNU and IGIDR; AIR 3 at ISI MSQE; and hundreds of admissions to DSE, MSE Chennai, GIPE, SAU, Ashoka and other institutions. Named AIR-1 finishers include Jayee Ghosh Roy (JNU), Saad Ahmed (IIT JAM), Eshita Goswami (IGIDR), Agrim Rana (IGIDR), V Gaurav (IIT GATE) and Sambuddha RoyChowdhury (IIT GATE). The full named list is on the /results page.
How many AIR-1 finishers has EduSure produced?
EduSure has produced 12+ named All India Rank 1 finishers. Each is published with their name and institution, and is verifiable on LinkedIn. Named finishers include Jayee Ghosh Roy (JNU), Saad Ahmed (IIT JAM), Eshita Goswami (IGIDR), Agrim Rana (IGIDR), V Gaurav (IIT GATE) and Sambuddha RoyChowdhury (IIT GATE). The full list is on the /results page — count it there rather than relying on any number stated here.
Does EduSure guarantee admission to DSE / JNU / ISI?
No. EduSure does not guarantee admission to any institution. No honest coaching institute can guarantee results, and any such claim is a red flag. EduSure's position is that the published evidence — 12+ named AIR-1 finishers, a 4.9-star Google rating across 750+ reviews, and 15+ years of results — is what should inform your decision, not guarantees. The final outcome depends on your preparation, the competition, and factors outside any institute's control.
How to Get Started
The two lowest-risk first steps are a free demo class and a free counselling session. Both are available without any payment or commitment — book either from the links below and experience the class format before deciding.