1. Interaction with Rtd. and Serving Bureaucrats.

2. Interaction with Diplomats.

3. Interaction with Consulate General, Parliamentarian of different countries.

4. Competitive Training for UPSC, State Civil Service exams.

5. Training for NET, SET, and other competitive examinations.

6. The department publishes a weekly “This week in History with NIAS.”

7. Embracing Interdisciplinarity.

8. Diversity of Thought and Inclusivity.

9. Focus on Students Research and Publication.

10. Student’s active participation in Community Engagement Programmes.

MA Public Administration

BA History, Political Science and Sociology (Triple Majors)

PG Programmes
MA Public Administration:

➤ Foundational Courses: Introduction to Public Administration theories, concepts, and practices.

➤ Public Policy Analysis: Study of policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation processes.

➤ Research Methods: Training in research methodologies applicable to public administration and policy research.

➤ Internships: Opportunities for fieldwork in government agencies, NGOs, or private sectors to gain hands-on experience.

➤ Projects/Dissertation: A culminating project or thesis that applies theoretical knowledge to real-world problems.

➤ Networking Opportunities: Interaction with experienced professionals in the field through lectures and networking events.

➤ Development of Professional Skill: Training in Disaster Management, Public Policy, Office Management, Organization and Behavior, Administrative Ethics and E-Governance.

UG Programmes

By combining the study of Sociology, Political Science, and History, this interdisciplinary program provides students with a comprehensive educational experience. It offers an understanding of political systems, historical processes, and societal structures, giving students a well-rounded perspective on governance and human interactions. The integration of three distinct but related subjects enables students to connect historical events, political ideologies, and social structures. Students develop their critical thinking and analytical skills while gaining insights into how civilizations operate and evolve. History classes cover significant eras, events, and movements, helping students understand the context and the impact of past developments on the present.

➤ BA History, Political Science and Sociology (Triple Majors)

➤ BA Political Science and Sociology (Double Majors)

➤ BA History and Political Science (Double Majors)

➤ BA Journalism and Political Science and English (Double Majors)

Interdisciplinary Approach:
Courses that connect historical events with political theories and sociological perspectives, fostering a comprehensive understanding of social dynamics.

Foundational Studies:
Required courses in each discipline to establish a solid grounding in key concepts, theories, and methodologies of history, political science, and sociology.

Diverse Course Selection:
Opportunities to choose electives from various subfields, allowing students to explore specific interests within each discipline, such as cultural history, international relations, or social inequality.

Research Methodology:
Training in qualitative and quantitative research methods applicable to all three fields, enhancing students' ability to analyze data and develop informed arguments.

Analytical Frameworks:
Emphasis on critical analysis of historical events, political systems, and social structures, encouraging students to evaluate sources and arguments rigorously.

Vidwat Sangoshthi - Interaction with Bureaucrats
The Department of Political Science has one of the best practices of having interaction with Rtd. and servicing Bureaucrats with the objective to provide students with insights into the roles and responsibilities of bureaucrats in governance and public administration and to elucidate the importance of bureaucracy in policy implementation and community service.

NIAS Weekly Lecture Series:
The department organizes a variety of activities, including the NIAS Weekly Lecture Series and co-publishing the 'THIS WEEK IN HISTORY' magazine with NIAS.

National and International Conference:
Since the Department is aiming high to spread its wings, the Department organizes National and International Conference. Renowned Speakers and Guest across the globe participate in these conferences to make it more fruitful.

Workshop on Charkha – “Let’s Spin”:
The Department of Political Science conducts a workshop on ‘Why Spin’ in collaboration with Let’s Spin Organization. It focuses on the art of spinning using the charkha, a symbol of self-reliance and craftsmanship that Mahatma Gandhi passionately advocated.

Field Visit:
Department of Social Sciences organizes field visits to significant Institutions and places. The department aims to achieve synergy through regular filed visits to local and national political institutions of eminence through which our students interact and communicate with designated officials and elected representatives.

Two Minutes to talk and News reading:
The department organizes Two Minutes to Talk and News Reading Sessions regularly. The fundamental aim of this programme is to make students update about the recent political developments at national and global level.

Guest Lectures:
The department organizes frequent Guest Lectures in History, Political Science and Sociology to update the students about the relevance of social science subjects giving importance of Commemoration days and social issues concerned.

The Department organizes Life Skill Sessions, Valued Added Courses, Workshop, Hands on training, Interaction with Panchayat members, Weekly Current Affairs Sessions, and Newspaper reading.

➤ Many National and International sessions are organised in collaboration with NIAS and Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR). In 2024-2025, 12 collaborative programmes were organised including Annual South Korea conclave, weekly International Lecture series, workshop on Ashokan Brahmi, photography and chart exhibitions.

➤ Interaction with Rtd. and serving Bureaucrats in collaboration with IIPA.

➤ Students presented papers at various International Conferences and published Articles in various reputed journals and Edited Books.

➤ Faculty publication in journals like Springer Nature, Tailor & Francis and EPW, UGC Care.

➤ Faculty involvement in Research Project projects like CCP, MRP, ICSSR funded projects

Avenues are open for students graduating UG in History, Political Science, Sociology and PG Public Administration in various fields like - All India Services, State Services, Staff Selection Commission, Combined Defence Services, Local Self Government, Government Agencies, NGOs, Public Policy Analyst, Political Consultant, Public Affairs Specialist, Professional Associations, Research Associates, Community Service, Higher Education in Foreign Countries, Fellowship etc.