Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
IIFT’s MA Economics program aims to: Train students to be adept trade policy-makers and strategic thinkers in international trade and finance, both in the corporate sector and academia. Provide students with practical problem-solving skills. Leverage IIFT’s extensive experience in advising the Indian government on trade matters, enhancing the program with real-world insights not found elsewhere. Benefit from experienced faculty in Trade and Finance, preparing students for management and policy roles, and offering a strong foundation for those pursuing academic careers.
Admission Procedure for MA in Economics
The admission procedure involves both an entrance exam and an interview.
Eligibility Criteria for MA in Economics IIFT
Eligibility for admission to the MA (Economics – Specialization in Trade & Finance) Programme at IIFT includes:
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC, ST, and PWD candidates).
Mathematics studied at the higher secondary or higher level.
No age limit.
Candidates in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply.
No. of Seats for MA in Economics IIFT
There are Hundred (100) seats each for Delhi and Kolkata Campuses. Seats are reserved as per Government of India norms. A maximum of five seats are allocated to the Foreign Nationals / NRIs. No separate admission test would be conducted. The admission will be screening and Admission Test Fee. The Fee is payable online while submitting the Application Form. The candidates are not required to pay any other fee.
Fees for MA in Economics IIFT
The annual tuition fee payable by each student for the MA (Economics – Specialization in Trade & Finance) 2023-25 was 1.75 lakh (for General/ OBC Category) and US$ 5,500 (for Foreign Nationals and NRIs), which can be paid in two instalments. Students of SC, ST and PWD category are given 50% concession on tuition fee only. The fee is subject to revision at the discretion of IIFT.
IIFT Entrance Exam Syllabus
The syllabus for the entrance exam is based on topics such as Basic Mathematics and Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International Economics, Public Finance, and more. The syllabus is designed to be at the undergraduate level of Economics programmes.
IIFT MA Economics Entrance Paper Pattern
The entrance exam for the MA (Economics – Specialization in Trade & Finance) programme at IIFT consists of an Objective Aptitude Test with a maximum duration of 120 minutes.
Placements after MA in Economics from IIFT
The companies that visit IIFT to offer placements and internships to MA Programme students include National Stock Exchange, Exim Bank, Intueri, Dunnhumby, Ken Research, Mahindra, Deloitte, and Axtria.
