Sri Venketeshwara University was established in the year 1954. This university offers several courses such as diploma, post graduate diploma, certificate courses and doctorial courses. Candidates from all parts of the country are eligible to apply for this entrance test. The qualified candidates are admitted to the M.A in Economics course on the basis of the score obtained through the entrance examination conducted by this University.

Structure of Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

Sri Venkateswara University M.A Entrance Test will be objective type multiple choice questions. The maximum time allotted for this examination is 90 minutes. Negative marking is not there in this exam.

• Section A: Paper I (Micro Economics)
• Section B: Paper II (Macro Economics)
• Section C: Paper III (Indian Economy and Environmental Economics)

Syllabus for Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

• Micro Economics
• Macro Economics
• Indian Economy and Environmental Economics

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates those who hold a bachelor’s degree in B.Com or B.A. with Economics, Statistics and Mathematics/ Commerce/ Accountancy/ Computer Applications with an aggregate of 40% are eligible to appear for this entrance test.

How to Apply?

The application forms for the Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test can be procured from the specified banks and head post offices. The duly filled application must be sent along with a DD of Rs 350/- to the Convener, SVUPGCET-2011, Directorate of Admissions, S.V. University, Tirupati-517 502. The application forms should reach the corresponding address before the last date.

How to fill the Form?

The completely filled application form must be accompanied with the Xerox copies of birth certificate, statement of marks of the qualifying examination and the certificates that claims the reservation. The incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last date of applying without fine: Last week of November, 2012

Last date of applying with a fine of Rs. 500/- : First week of December, 2012

List of Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET) Centers

• Tirupati
• Kadapa
• Nellore
• Kurnool
• Anantapur

Contact Address for Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

• Address: The Convener, SVURPGCET-2012, Directorate of Admissions, First Floor, SBI Building, S.V. University, Tirupati, Pin Code: 517 502 ( SVURPGCET)
• Phone: +91 2289559
• Fax: +91 2289544
• Website: http://www.svuniversity.in/

Colleges Accepting the Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

• A.E.R. Degree College, Tirupati
• B.T. College, Madanapalle
• GATE Degree College, Tirupati
• Gayathri Degree & PG College, Tirupati
• Krishna Teja Degree & PG College, Tirupati
• Mother Theresa Degree College, Palamaner
• NPS Govt. College for Women, Chittoor
• PVKN Govt. College, Chittoor
• Rayalaseema College of Education, Tirupati
• SEICOM, Tirupati
• SPW Degree College, Tirupati
• Seshachala Degree College, Puttur
• S.G. Government Degree College, Piler
• SGS Arts College, Tirupati
• Sreerama College of Education,Tirupati
• Sripathi Degree College, Madanapalle
• Sri Venkateswara College of Education, Chittoor
• Sri Vidyanikethan, A. Rangampeta
• S.V. Oriental College, Tirupati
• Vidyalaya College of Education, Tirupati
• Vignanasudha Degree & PG College, Chittoor
• Vijayam Degree & PG College, Chittoor
• Sri Venkateswara Degree College, Cherlopalli, Tirupati
• BSR Degree College, Peddapuram
• SEICOM Degree College, Kalikiri
• Shri Gnanambica Degree College, Madanapalle
• VCR Degree College, Chittoor

Reference Books for Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

• Micro Economics By M John Kennedy
• Modern Micro-Economics By M L Jhingan
• Macroeconomics (Addison- Wesley Series in Economics) By Andrew B Abel , Ben S Bernanke , Ben Bernanke
• Monetary Policy Alternatives at the Zero Bound: An Empirical Assessment By Ben S Bernanke , Vincent R Reinhart , Brian P Sack
• Macroeconomics with Myeconlab Student Access Kit By Andrew B Abel , Ben S Bernanke
• Principles of Economics By Robert H Frank, Ben Bernanke , Louis D Johnston
• Macroeconomics Plus Myeconlab Plus eBook 1-Semester Student Access Kit By Andrew B Abel, Ben S Bernanke , Dean Croushore
• Nber Macroeconomics Annual 2000 By Ben S Bernanke, Julio Rotemberg
• Principles of Macroeconomics+ Discoverecon Code Card By Robert H Frank , Ben S Bernanke , Frank Robert
• Conference Board Booklet T/A Web- Enabled Version of Macroeconomics by Andy Abel and Ben Bernanke By Andy Abel , Ben S Bernanke
• Principles of Economics: Brief Edition By Robert H Frank, Ben Bernanke
• Macroeconomics Guide for Study By Andrew Abel, Ben Bernanke, Dean Croushore
• Principles of Macro Economics Package [With Access Code] By Robert H Frank, Ben S Bernanke
• Environmental Economics and the International Economy By Laura Marsiliani , Michael Rauscher, Cees Withagen

Coaching Centres for Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

• Pathfinder Academy
• Kamat Education
• Triumphant Institute for Management Education (T.I.M.E.)
• Tandem
• Aakash Tutorials
• DAMS
• Newton Academy
• Oasis Education Services
• Aakashdeep Tutorial
• Agarwal classes
• Sri Krishna Academy
• Santushti Foundation
• Zephyr
• Imperial Tutorials
• Sachdeva College
• City College
• Elite Academy
• Career Forum Warangal
• Career Point
• Brilliant Tutorials Private Limited
• Institute of Career Management
• Aakash Institute
• Aggarwal Classes
• Arpan Institute
• A.K. Vidyamandir
• Oasis Education Services
• Ascent Education
• Narayana
• Heirank School of Competitions
• Rachna A.C.A. of Career Education

Study Plan

• The candidate has to set realistic plans while preparing the time table.
• The created time table should be in tune with the other activities of the aspirant.
• Plan the available time in a wise and sensible manner.
• Take practice tests regularly. This helps the candidate to recognize the weak areas.
• Study with the help of a comprehensive study plan
• Never study continuously for long hours as it increases the stress.
• Study different topics in order to get rid of boredom.

How and Where To Get the Results?

One can visit http://www.svuniversity.in/ for the results of the Sri Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test.

Score Validity

The score of the Venkateswara University M.A in Economics Entrance Test is valid for one year.