Master of Arts [MA]

St Francis College for Women, Hyderabad offers two two-year Master of Arts programmes — MA English and MA Mass Communication and Journalism — affiliated with Osmania University, accredited NAAC A (3.0). Fees range from INR 1,51,000 to INR 1,83,000 for two years. Admission is through TG ICET. The college ranks 90 in an external review site’s 2025 Arts Colleges list. A total of 70 seats are available across both MA specialisations.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is July 17, 2026.

Key Points

• MA English includes postcolonial theory, linguistics, and creative writing alongside British and American literature.
• MA Mass Communication and Journalism builds skills in broadcast journalism, PR, and digital media production.
• Placed graduates secured roles at Amazon, Deloitte, KPMG, Microsoft, and Qualcomm.

SFC Hyderabad MA Fees 2026

Fees vary by MA specialisation. MA Mass Communication and Journalism carries a higher fee due to media lab and production infrastructure costs.

• Tuition fee only. Hostel charges are billed separately.
• Confirm current fee schedule with the SFC Hyderabad admissions office.
• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

SFC Hyderabad MA Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Apply within the window following TG ICET result declaration.
• Carry originals of graduation marksheet and TG ICET scorecard.
• Pay course fee within the deadline to confirm admission.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant discipline.
• Valid TG ICET score is mandatory for all MA programmes at SFC Hyderabad.
• Women candidates only (institution-wide policy).

Admission Process

• TG ICET registration opened earlier in 2026 and the exam was held on May 13-14, 2026.
• TG ICET results were declared on June 19, 2026.
• Apply to SFC Hyderabad through the college portal by July 17, 2026.
• Submit graduation marksheet, TG ICET scorecard, and caste certificate (if applicable).
• Pay course fee within the stated deadline to confirm the seat allotted.

✓ Opt for this if

• Women PG aspirants in Hyderabad targeting an Osmania University MA degree
• Graduates wanting careers in journalism, media, or English education in Telangana
• Candidates with valid TG ICET score seeking a NAAC A women’s college
• Seeking PG with placement record of INR 7.6 LPA median salary

✗ Skip if

• Seeking MA from a central university or autonomous institution
• Requiring co-educational postgraduate campus environment
• Planning careers outside Telangana with broader placement geography
• Expecting top-25 Arts ranking from a premier institution

SFC Hyderabad MA Placement 2025

Placement data for SFC Hyderabad MA programmes covers the 2023-24 batch, with postgraduate graduates placed at leading companies across technology, consulting, and media sectors.

SFC Hyderabad MA Scholarships 2026

Several government scholarships and financial assistance options are available to MA students at SFC Hyderabad, covering SC/ST/BC, minority, and merit-based students.

• Telangana government scholarships for SC/ST/BC and minority students.
• Staff and alumni contributions support additional fee concessions.
• Confirm current eligibility with the SFC student welfare office.

SFC Hyderabad MA FAQs

Ques. What MA specialisations does SFC Hyderabad offer?

Ans. SFC Hyderabad offers two MA specialisations: MA English, covering British literature, American literature, postcolonial studies, critical theory, linguistics, and creative writing, and MA Mass Communication and Journalism, covering journalism, broadcast communication, public relations, media research, and digital content production. Both are two-year full-time programmes under Osmania University with a combined intake of 70 seats.

Ques. What is the fee for MA programmes at SFC Hyderabad?

Ans. The total fee for MA English at SFC Hyderabad is INR 1,51,000 for two years. The total fee for MA Mass Communication and Journalism is INR 1,83,000 for two years. These are tuition fees only. Hostel charges are billed separately. Telangana government scholarships are available for eligible students.

Ques. What entrance exam is required for MA at SFC Hyderabad?

Ans. Admission to both MA programmes at SFC Hyderabad requires a valid TG ICET score. TG ICET 2026 was held on May 13-14, 2026, and results were declared on June 19, 2026. Applications to SFC Hyderabad are accepted through the college portal until July 17, 2026.

Ques. What is the eligibility for MA admission at SFC Hyderabad?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant discipline and a valid TG ICET score. Admission is open exclusively to women candidates. SFC Hyderabad is a women’s college established in 1959, located in Ameerpet, Hyderabad, and affiliated with Osmania University.

Ques. What career options are available after MA from SFC Hyderabad?

Ans. MA English graduates can pursue careers in education, content writing, publishing, translation, and civil services. MA Mass Communication and Journalism graduates can work as journalists, broadcast anchors, PR executives, digital media producers, and media researchers. SFC Hyderabad PG graduates from the 2023-24 batch recorded a median salary of INR 7.6 LPA, with companies such as Amazon, Deloitte, KPMG, Microsoft, and Qualcomm among the top recruiters.