MA in Political Leadership and Government
MPG one-of-a-kind master’s degree is designed to create future leaders in the fields of governance and the political system. It has been founded on the vision of creating ethical, spirited, and committed political leadership for the country from the grassroots level and from all walks of life. The programme gives an in-depth knowledge of various facets like political strategy, analysis, electoral process, functional politics, international and public relations, NGO, media, and more. It also includes two intensive internships for hands-on knowledge application. The programme also boasts of guest speakers actively engaged in the politics and administration of the nation, as well as a national and an international study tour.
Last Date To Apply : 17 May 2024
MA in Political Leadership and Government
| Scholarship Name | Graduation Marks | XII Score |
| Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship (100%) | 90 & Above | 85 & Above |
| MIT-WPU Scholarship I (50%) | 86 & Above | 81 & Above |
| MIT-WPU Scholarship II (25%) | 84 & Above | 79 & Above |
Note: Student will have to qualify both the criteria i.e. Graduation Aggregate Marks and 12th Aggregate Score for availing of the scholarship.
Minimum 50% aggregate score in 3-year Graduation in any stream from UGC approved Institution or equivalent (at least 45% marks, in case of Reserved Class category candidate belonging to Maharashtra State only
Selection ProcessThe selection to the MPG Programme is based on a written descriptive test followed by a detailed Personal Interview.
- Political Communication: Involves verbal and written communication, advertising, branding, social media management, and public relations
- Constituency Management: Focuses on the development and effective management of constituencies for MPs, MLAs, corporators, Zilla Parishad, and Gram Panchayat members
- Campaign & Elections Management: Encompasses planning for various elections. Involves strategic campaign planning utilising media, research, data analysis, and psephology
- Hands-on Learning: Minimum 6-month internship with offices of political parties or political leaders
- Immersive Learning: National study tour to Delhi is organised to give first-hand exposure to meet policymakers, legislators, bureaucrats, institutions & media houses
- Member of Parliament
- Member of Legislative Assembly
- Political Campaign Strategist
- Constituency Development Manager
- Political Researcher
- Legislative Assistant to MP, MLA
- Member of ZP/ IP /GP
- President of Rural Local Government (LGIs)
- Member of Municipal Corporation/Municipal Council /Nagar Panchayat
- Mayor and Chairperson in Urban Local Government (LGIs)
admissions@mitwpu.edu.in 
