M.A. English with 55% marks for general/OBC (creamy-layer) candidates, and 50% marks for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-abled candidates
OR
M.Phil. English (Commonwealth Literature/ English Literature)
OR
Pursuing any of the qualifying programmes mentioned above (provided the candidate has passed the examination by the time of the admission, and has scored the minimum eligibility marks as mentioned above)
Do I have to write an Entrance Test?
You will have to qualify in a written test which you can take in any of the Test centers; the interview, however, will be conducted in Lucknow.
How long does it take to complete the programme?
It will take you a minimum of 3 years and maximum of 5 years. If you have an M. Phil in the area of Linguistics and Phonetics, you may be granted a waiver of one or two semesters.