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30 Best Economics & Public Policy Programs in India

There are 30 Economics & Public Policy programs in India, spread across 20 universities; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Vellore Institute of Technology, Shivaji University and Gandhi Institute of Technology and Managment.

25Master's Degree
IU ICFAI University, Hyderabad logo
#280 in India India

M.Sc (Economics)

ICFAI University, Hyderabad — The M.Sc in Economics at ICFAI University, Hyderabad is designed to equip students with advanced economic theories and analytical skills that are critical in today's glob...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
26PhD / Doctorate
IU ICFAI University, Hyderabad logo
#280 in India India

Ph.D (Development Studies and Public Policy)

ICFAI University, Hyderabad — The Ph.D. in Development Studies and Public Policy at ICFAI University, Hyderabad, is an advanced academic program that explores the intricacies of policy-making, socio-e...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Economics & Public Policy
27PhD / Doctorate
IU ICFAI University, Hyderabad logo
#280 in India India

Ph.D (Economics)

ICFAI University, Hyderabad — The Ph.D. in Economics program at ICFAI University, Hyderabad, provides students with a deep understanding of economic theory, quantitative methods, and analytical skills...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Economics & Public Policy
28Master's Degree
MD Maharshi Dayanand Sarswati University Ajmer logo
#287 in India India

M. A. Economics

Maharshi Dayanand Sarswati University Ajmer — Course OverviewThe M.A. in Economics at Maharshi Dayanand Sarswati University Ajmer provides an in-depth understanding of economic theory and its real-world applications....

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
29Master's Degree
NL National Law School of India University logo
#335 in India India

2-Year Master’s Programme in Public Policy

National Law School of India University — The 2-Year Master’s Programme in Public Policy at the National Law School of India University is designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills ne...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy

How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Vellore Institute of Technology is cited most (2,230,639 citations). 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 12 bachelor's, 11 master's and 6 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (80% of courses with a stated intake). ICFAI University, Hyderabad offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in India for Economics & Public Policy?

Vellore Institute of Technology (#31 in India), Shivaji University (#49 in India) and Gandhi Institute of Technology and Managment (#113 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Economics & Public Policy course take in India?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Economics & Public Policy courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Economics & Public Policy courses in India?

ICFAI University, Hyderabad, with 4, ahead of University College, Thiruvananthapuram (3).

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