Psychology is the most emerging field in India today. It includes clinical psychology, forensic psychology, counselling, etc. In small villages of India, people are still not aware of their mental health and well-being.
It is the best career option right now for students interested in mental health and behavior. For becoming a psychologist, one should first do a graduation in psychology such as B.A. Hons. Psychology, B.S.C. Hons. Psychology. After that, they may go for M.A. and then get an MPhil degree.
15 best colleges for psychology in India where you can pursue your studies.
1. Christ (Deemed to Be University)
Christ is deemed to be a university; it is one of the best universities in India. Their faculty is experienced and highly qualified. Its main campus is situated in Bengaluru, but it has its sister branches in many other cities as well like NCR, etc. It offers various courses in psychology such as:
Undergraduate
- B.S.C. [Honours] in Psychology
- B.A. [Psychology as a subject with 2 more subjects]
Postgraduate
- M.S.C. in Clinical psychology
- M.S.C. in Neuropsychology
- HDRM with M.A. in Business and Organization
- M.S.C in Health and Well-being
Many other courses are also offered by Christ university, you can check them at their official website.
MPhil
Eligibility – Should have a master’s degree in psychology.
2. University of Delhi [DU]
Delhi University also offers psychology courses, all the faculties are highly qualified. It has two campuses which include north and south campus and many colleges are there, you can choose by convince and merit.
Courses
- B.A. [Honours] Psychology [Undergraduate]
Eligibility – Students should have completed their 12th.
- M.A. in Psychology [Postgraduate]
Eligibility – Students should have a bachelor’s/undergraduate degree in psychology.
3. ST. Xavier’s College
Xavier’s college is situated in Mumbai and has a good reputation all over India, it offers diploma and certificate courses in psychology such as:
Diploma in Clinical Research
Eligibility – Students who have completed their post-graduation in psychology or whose 2-year result is awaited can apply.
Diploma in Counseling Psychology
Eligibility – Those who have completed their post-graduation in psychology or whose 2-year result is awaited can apply.
Certificate Course in Personal Counseling
Eligibility – 12th pass from any stream may apply.
4. Amity University
Amity is another the best and the most reputed university in India. The main campus is in Noida, the other three are at Gurugram, Kolkata, and Lucknow.
Courses offered there are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. [hons.]- Applied Psychology
- B.A.+M.A. Clinical Psychology- Integrate
- B.A. [hons.]- Applied Psychology- 3 Continents
- B.A. [hons.]- Applied Psychology- International
Eligibility – Who has passed their 12 can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. [Counselling Psychology]
- M.A. [Clinical Psychology]
- M.A. [Organizational Psychology]
- PG Diploma in Counseling Psychology, Life Skills
Eligibility – Bachelor’s/graduation in psychology degree is required.
- MPhil in child and adolescent psychology, Counseling psychology
Eligibility – Must have a post-graduate degree in psychology.
- Ph.D. Psychology
- Ph.D. Psychology- part-time
Eligibility – Must have an MPhil degree in psychology.
5. Indira Gandhi National Open University [IGNOU]
It is an open university that offers courses in correspondence. It has its center in almost every state, this is a benefit for those people who don’t want to leave their state or city.
Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – 12 passes are eligible to apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – Bachelor’s/ graduation in psychology degree is required.
6. Banaras Hindu University – BHU
BHU is situated in Varanasi, this university offers the best courses and has a great environment and faculty.
Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A./ B.S.C. in Psychology
Eligibility – Those who have passed their 12th with a minimum of 50% can apply.
Postgraduation
- M.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – One should have graduation in psychology.
7. National Institute of Mental Health and Neuroscience [NIMHANS]
It is one of the prestigious intuitions in India, best known for mental health. It is very difficult to crack its entrance and the seats are limited.
Course offered:
- M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology- 2 weeks
Eligibility – Who is applying should have a master’s degree in psychology and should be able to clear the entrance.
8. Presidency College
It is situated in Chennai and is famous for its academics and discipline, if you take admission to this college it would not prove you wrong.
Courses offered are:
Undergraduate
- B.S.C. in Psychology
Eligibility – Those who have passed 12th can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.S.C. in Psychology
Eligibility – One who has a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology can apply.
M.Phil.
Eligibility – Should have completed their bachelor’s and master’s in psychology.
9. GD Goenka University
GD Goenka is also the best psychology university, its campus is in many cities including Gurugram, Pune, Lucknow, etc.
Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – Those who have passed their 12th can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – Should have a bachelor’s degree.
10. Fergusson College
This college is situated in Pune and has a good reputation, all the faculty and staff members are highly qualified.
Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. in psychology
Eligibility – 12th pass can apply.
- M.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – People having bachelor’s degrees can apply.
- Diploma course in Counseling psychology, Clinical research.
Eligibility – People having a master’s degree in psychology will be preferred.
11. Lovely Professional University [LPU]
Lovely professional university is well-known in India, it offers various courses in many fields as well as in psychology. Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. Hons. In Psychology
Eligibility – One who has passed their 12th can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. in Psychology
Eligibility – One who has completed their bachelor’s degree in psychology can apply.
12. Bethune College
This college is situated in Kolkata, one of the best-known places for psychology, courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A./B.S.C in Psychology
Eligibility – One should have passed 12 with a minimum of 55%.
Postgraduate
- M.A. in applied psychology
Eligibility – One should have a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
13. Mithibai College
This college is situated in Mumbai and offers a variety of courses in humanities, commerce, and science. Psychology courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. Hons. in Psychology
Eligibility – One should have passed 12th with a minimum of 55%.
Postgraduate
- M.A. psychology
Eligibility – One should have a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
14. Jesus and Mary College
This college falls under the University of Delhi and its faculties are very experienced and qualified. Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. Hons. in Psychology
Eligibility – One who has passed 12th can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. psychology
Eligibility – One should have a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
15. Gargi College
This college also comes under DU, has great faculties, and a good reputation as well. Courses offered here are:
Undergraduate
- B.A. Hons. in Psychology
Eligibility – One who has passed 12th can apply.
Postgraduate
- M.A. psychology
Eligibility – One should have a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
These are some famous and best colleges for psychology. It is the best career option for today’s generation, through this, they can even learn a lot about themselves.
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