Postgraduate study at SGGS
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The Master of Arts in Punjabi is a two-year postgraduate programme that builds depth in Punjabi literature, linguistics, criticism and Sikh studies — preparing students for academia, research, journalism, translation and publishing.
Apply NowThe following table summarises the official course details — duration, sanctioned seats, and eligibility — as prescribed for MA Punjabi at Sri Guru Gobind Singh College, Sector 26, Chandigarh.
| Course Name | Duration | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA Punjabi | 2 years | 60 |
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The programme follows the postgraduate curriculum prescribed by Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Classical, medieval, modern and contemporary Punjabi verse.
Stage and dramatic literature in Punjabi.
Novel, short story and narrative traditions.
Essay, biography and non-fiction in Punjabi.
Phonology, grammar and structure of Punjabi.
Western and Indian critical traditions.
Gurbani, Sikh history and spiritual literature.
Tools and methods for literary research.
2 years, organised across the standard semesters as per the postgraduate curriculum of Panjab University.
Bachelor's degree as detailed in the table above — Elective Punjabi (45%), graduation without Elective Punjabi (50%), or an MA in any subject.
Teaching at school, college and university level (after NET/PhD), Punjabi journalism, translation, publishing, civil services and PhD studies in Punjabi literature and linguistics.
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