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Duration
3-years (on-campus)
Campus
Visakhapatnam | Hyderabad | Bengaluru

In a world dominated by AI and automation, softer, human-focused skills bring an unrivalled advantage in the job market. The ability to communicate effectively, understand and manage people better, and possess the skills to understand what makes the world tick – the economy, are all skills that will attract a premium in the years to come.

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GITAM's
2025 in numbers

  • 540+ recruiting companies

  • 80 * LPA highest salary package

Accreditation
and Rankings

  • A++ Grade Accreditation by NAAC

  • Member of AMDISA

  • MHRD Category '1' University Graded Autonomy

Why Choose the Humanities and Social Sciences at GITAM?

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Flexible Liberal Arts Combinations

Build your own interdisciplinary pathway by combining Psychology, Economics, Political Science, English, Media, and more—enabling customised academic journeys aligned with UPSC, research, policy, social sciences, and global careers.

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Exam-Ready & Rigorous Curriculum

Reviewed by Central University experts to ensure alignment with UGC-NET/JRF, CUET-PG, UPSC foundations, and competitive exams—enhancing success in national-level tests.

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Highly Qualified Faculty

Faculty with PhDs from IITs, JNU, and HCU, and strong research output—offering deep conceptual grounding and mentorship for higher studies.

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Strong Academic Outcomes

NET/JRF qualifiers and admissions to institutions such as IIT Bombay, University of Sussex, and South Asian University—demonstrating programme credibility and global academic pathways.

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Diverse & Inclusive Faculty

Faculty representing India from Kashmir to Kerala, fostering multiple perspectives, cultural understanding, and critical thinking.

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Holistic Student Life

Film clubs, mental health month, field visits, excursions, and guest talks make learning experiential, socially rooted, and enriching.

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Creative Expression Opportunities

Fine and Performing Arts minors in dance, music, art, and theatre—helping students build confidence, creativity, and communication skills.

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Research from Day One

At GITAM, research is student-driven. With ₹100+ crore invested in MURTI, global research collaborations, and industry-embedded Centres of Excellence, students engage in frontier areas such as AI, Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Advanced Materials, Mobility, and Sensor Systems.

Why Choose the Humanities and Social Sciences at GITAM?

Flexible Liberal Arts Combinations

Build your own interdisciplinary pathway by combining Psychology, Economics, Political Science, English, Media, and more—enabling customised academic journeys aligned with UPSC, research, policy, social sciences, and global careers.

Exam-Ready & Rigorous Curriculum

Reviewed by Central University experts to ensure alignment with UGC-NET/JRF, CUET-PG, UPSC foundations, and competitive exams—enhancing success in national-level tests.

Highly Qualified Faculty

Faculty with PhDs from IITs, JNU, and HCU, and strong research output—offering deep conceptual grounding and mentorship for higher studies.

Strong Academic Outcomes

NET/JRF qualifiers and admissions to institutions such as IIT Bombay, University of Sussex, and South Asian University—demonstrating programme credibility and global academic pathways.

Diverse & Inclusive Faculty

Faculty representing India from Kashmir to Kerala, fostering multiple perspectives, cultural understanding, and critical thinking.

Holistic Student Life

Film clubs, mental health month, field visits, excursions, and guest talks make learning experiential, socially rooted, and enriching.

Creative Expression Opportunities

Fine and Performing Arts minors in dance, music, art, and theatre—helping students build confidence, creativity, and communication skills.

Research from Day One

At GITAM, research is student-driven. With ₹100+ crore invested in MURTI, global research collaborations, and industry-embedded Centres of Excellence, students engage in frontier areas such as AI, Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Advanced Materials, Mobility, and Sensor Systems.

Eligibility

A minimum of 50% or 6.0 CGPA (55% in the case of CBSE, ICSE, ISCSE, IGSCE, and IB) in Pre-University / Higher Secondary / 10+2 / Intermediate examination in any discipline or equivalent from any recognized Board or Council and Qualified in GAT (UG Humanities) 2025.

How to Apply

Candidates will need to apply by taking the GITAM Admission Test (GAT). See the steps below to know how to apply for the GAT.

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Aptitude Test (GAT) 2026

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the counselling session

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and campus

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Eligibility

A minimum of 50% or 6.0 CGPA (55% in the case of CBSE, ICSE, ISCSE, IGSCE, and IB) in Pre-University / Higher Secondary / 10+2 / Intermediate examination in any discipline or equivalent from any recognized Board or Council and Qualified in GAT (UG Humanities) 2025.

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GITAM Humanities and Social Sciences at a glance

In a world dominated by AI and automation, softer, human-focused skills bring an unrivalled advantage in the job market. The ability to communicate effectively, understand and manage people better, and possess the skills to understand what makes the world tick – the economy, are all skills that will attract a premium in the years to come.

Humanities and Social Science degrees can be vastly different, but all have one thing in common: they're centered on human life. It revolves around the study of human behaviour and interaction in social, cultural, environmental, economic and political contexts. It also has a historical and contemporary focus, from personal to global contexts, and consider challenges for the future.

GITAM School of Humanities and Social Sciences (GSHS) has been specially designed to equip you with the skills required to become leaders in a competitive world. These specialisations have been developed to give you the ability to lead in a diverse set of industries and academic environment.

B.A. Economics

B.A. English

B.A. History

B.A. Animation and
Multimedia

B.A. Political Science

B.A. Psychology

B.A. Sociology

B.A. Journalism and
Media Studies

M.A. Economics

M.A. English

M.A. Applied Psychology

Liberal Education at GITAM

True transformation begins with an “AND.” Choose from 600+ Major–Minor combinations across B.A., B.B.A. & B.Sc.—build deep expertise in one discipline and gain multidisciplinary exposure.

  1. Careers value versatility: strong core knowledge plus adaptable, cross-domain skills.
  2. Combine majors with flexible minors across Business, Sciences & Humanities to unlock diverse career paths and a strong foundation for postgraduate studies.
Liberal Education at GITAM

Opportunities Beyond the Classroom

Internship

Internship Opportunities

GITAM students secure internships under the guidance of GCGC with top global companies, including Microsoft, Atlassian, and Google, each offering monthly stipends of more than ₹ 1 lakh. These internships can potentially lead to full-time offers with salaries ranging from ₹50 lakhs to ₹70 lakhs.

Venture

Venture Development Course

Students are introduced to the world of entrepreneurship through a mandatory program offering two course credits. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills to explore innovative ideas, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit from the very start of their academic journey.

Technology

Technology Exploration and Product Engineering

A mandatory 2-credit foundational course for all engineering students focusing on problem-solving, design thinking, collaboration, ethical considerations, and sustainability. Students engage in a Problem-Based Learning approach to tackle real-world challenges.

Visualization

Engineering Visualization and Product Realization

A foundational 2-credit course for engineering students where they gain hands-on experience in:
CAD Software: Learning to model and assemble components with precision.
3D Printing: Creating and preparing 3D models to bring designs to life.

Our Prominent Alumni

96,000+ Alumni spread across 105+ countries

Scholarship

You can avail up to 100% Scholarships on Food, Accommodation & Tuition Fee based on merit & need scholarships for over 12 undergraduate, graduate and research disciplines.

Merit Scholarships : For students who excel in the GITAM Admission Test (GAT) or other National/ State entrance tests.

Sports Scholarships : Pursue academics along with your passion for sports.

Additional Need-based scholarships : For merit rank students with financial difficulties.

Loyalty Scholarships : For alumni returning for higher studies, siblings of current students, retired employee children, and employee spouses.

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GITAM Campuses at a Glance

Life @ GITAM

Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM
Established in 1980 as the main-campus of GITAM Deemed to be University and is the oldest of the three campuses and situated at one of the most idyllic locations in Andhra Pradesh.

Hyderabad

HYDERABAD
Established in 2009, the Hyderabad campus is the second branch of GITAM. Matching the pace of growth of Hyderabad itself, this campus has transformed into a hub of higher education in Telangana.

Bengaluru

BENGALURU
Established in 2012, the Bengaluru campus of GITAM is equipped with modern infrastructure and supported by a highly qualified pool of faculty members.. Perfect for students endeavoring for a promising career and looking to join a vibrant and pristine campus in the global city of Bengaluru.

FAQ's

GITAM has a robust ecosystem of guidance, mentoring, and placements to align career aspirations with passion. We enable students to choose from a good mix of offers and bring industry leaders to our on-campus placement drives. You can check out our Career Guidance page to learn more about how we can help you.

GITAM has a dedicated career guidance cell, the GITAM Career Guidance Centre (GCGC) to help students find the right career opportunities. However, the packages offered every year depend on the course you opt for and the institute you are studying at. And, you can always rely on us to bring the best opportunities to you.

Every degree you earn from GITAM is UGC-approved and is valid across several countries all over the world. And, yes it is valid in the USA. You can use the degree you earned to pursue higher education and find job prospects in the US.

All students must appear for the GAT (GITAM Admission Test) exam conducted every year for entrance. It is a computer-based exam that you can take up from multiple centers all across India. Based on your ranks, you will be awarded merit scholarships and other guidance to join the university. You can find the complete application process here. Call us at +91 88808 84000 or email us at gat@gitam.edu to know more about the application process.

Yes. A PhD from GITAM is valid. All the courses are UGC-recognised.

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