History & Archeology

Specialization

History Archaeology PG programs offer advanced study in uncovering and interpreting the human past. These interdisciplinary courses combine historical research with archaeological techniques, providing students a comprehensive understanding of ancient cultures and civilisations. Graduates of History Archaeology PG programs are equipped with critical thinking, research, and analytical skills valuable in various fields. Whether studying abroad or in India, these programs open doors to exciting careers in museums, heritage management, academia, and more.

Scope & Opportunities

Top 5 Universities for History Archaeology PG Programs:

Abroad:

University	Country	Duration	Average First Year Annual Fees (INR)
University of Cambridge	UK	1-3 years	INR 30,00,000
Harvard University	USA	2 years	INR 35,00,000
University College London	UK	1 year	INR 28,00,000
University of Oxford	UK	1-3 years	INR 32,00,000
Stanford University	USA	2 years	INR 36,00,000

In India:

University	Duration	Average First Year Annual Fees (INR)
Deccan College Post-Graduate and Research Institute	2 years	INR 50,000
University of Delhi	2 years	INR 30,000
Jawaharlal Nehru University	2 years	INR 25,000
Banaras Hindu University	2 years	INR 20,000
University of Calcutta	2 years	INR 15,000

Eligibility Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in History, Archaeology, or related field
Minimum 55-60% aggregate marks in bachelor's degree
English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL for international students)
GRE scores (for some US universities)
Research proposal or statement of purpose
Letters of recommendation
Relevant field experience (preferred but not always mandatory)

Courses Available and Average Fees:

Course	Average Fees (INR)
MA in History	INR 50,000 - 3,00,000
MA in Archaeology	INR 50,000 - 3,50,000
MSc in Archaeological Science	INR 1,00,000 - 4,00,000
MPhil in History	INR 30,000 - 2,00,000
PG Diploma in Archaeology	INR 20,000 - 1,50,000
MA in Heritage Management	INR 1,00,000 - 3,00,000

Scholarships for Indian Students:

Abroad:

Scholarship	Amount (INR)	Requirement	Number of Awardees
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships	Up to INR 75,00,000	Merit-based	10-15
Commonwealth Scholarship	Full tuition and living expenses	Merit-based	Varies
Gates Cambridge Scholarship	Full tuition and living expenses	Merit-based	80 globally
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship	INR 15,00,000 - 25,00,000 per year	Merit-based	Varies
Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarship	Up to INR 70,00,000	Merit-based	10-12

In India:

Scholarship	Amount (INR)	Requirement	Number of Awardees
UGC Junior Research Fellowship	INR 31,000 per month	Merit-based	Varies
Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship	INR 31,000 per month	Merit-based	2000 annually
Maulana Azad National Fellowship	INR 31,000 per month	Merit-based	1000 annually
ICHR Junior Research Fellowship	INR 17,600 per month	Merit-based	Varies
State Government Scholarships	Varies	Need-based and merit-based	Varies

Job Opportunities and Average Salaries:

Job Role	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Archaeologist	INR 4,00,000 - 10,00,000
Museum Curator	INR 5,00,000 - 12,00,000
Heritage Manager	INR 6,00,000 - 15,00,000
Historical Researcher	INR 3,50,000 - 8,00,000
Archivist	INR 4,00,000 - 9,00,000
History Professor	INR 6,00,000 - 15,00,000
Cultural Resource Manager	INR 5,00,000 - 12,00,000