Fergusson College (Autonomous), Pune, has opened its online applications for the MA Psychology Program for the 2026-27 academic session.
Interested candidates can apply for the program by submitting the online application form before the deadline. Read on for detailed information regarding eligibility, selection process, and application steps.
Eligibility Criteria for the MA Psychology Program
- Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline are eligible to apply.
- The college will give preference to applicants with a background in Psychology (BA/BSc with Psychology as Honours, Major, Special, or Principal subject).
Method of Selection for the MA Psychology Program
Admission to the MA Psychology program at Fergusson College, Pune, is based on the candidate’s performance in an Entrance Examination.
The college will use an Online Entrance Test to shortlist candidates and prepare the merit list for the current admission cycle.
As per the official notification, no additional selection stages (such as interviews or group discussions) have been specified. Therefore, the college will grant admission solely on the basis of Entrance Test scores, subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria and college guidelines.
Pattern of Exam
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Number of Questions: 50
- Marks for Entrance Exam:
- Correct Answer: 1 mark
- Wrong Answer: 0.25 mark
- Total Allotted Time: 60 Minutes (1hr.)
- Mode of Exam: Online Proctored
Application Process
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official admission portal of Fergusson College.
Applicants are advised to:
- Register on the portal using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with accurate academic and personal details.
- Upload the required documents as asked in the application form.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required:
- Photograph and signature (max size: 300 KB; formats: JPG/GIF/PNG)
- Statement of marks of the qualifying examination (if results are declared)
- Statement of marks of the last semester (e.g., Semester 5), if final results are not yet declared
- Caste certificate issued by the Government of Maharashtra (for reserved category candidates, if applicable)
- Note: Reserved category candidates from states other than Maharashtra will be treated as Open (General) category
- Valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for OBC/DTNT/SBC candidates, if applicable)
- EWS certificate issued by the Government of Maharashtra (if applicable)
- Medical certificate issued by a Civil Surgeon (for Persons with Disabilities, if applicable)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Submit the Application Form | 30 May 2026 |
| Date of Exam (tentative) | June 8 —17, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 3 working days from the date of the exam |
| Merit List Publication & Beginning of Admission Process | to be declared on the college’s official website |
Important Note: The college will announce specific dates for the Entrance Exam on its website. Interested students should regularly check the official website or stay in touch with UPS Education.
Other Details — Additional Admission Rules
Tie-Breaking Criteria (Entrance Exam)
In case of equal marks, the college applies the following criteria in order:
- Preference clause as per eligibility criteria (if applicable)
- Higher marks in the qualifying examination (grand total)
- Date of birth (older candidate preferred)
- Alphabetical order of the candidate’s first name
Admission Confirmation & Cancellation
- The college confirms admission only after:
- Submission and verification of all required documents
- Payment of fees within the stipulated time
- Failure to submit documents within the given timeline will result in cancellation of admission
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Need More Help?
If you need further guidance regarding the program or you need information regarding other psychology entrance exams, you can reach out to UPS Education for assistance.
Contact No.: +91-9990717772
Website: upseducation.in
