University of Allahabad started as an examining and affiliating organization for under graduate and post graduate programmes along with secondary education. Later, the university established its own teaching departments and instituted doctoral research divisions. At present, numerous colleges are affiliated to the University of Allahabad. The admission of candidates to the several courses in the University and its affiliated colleges will be on the basis of performance of candidates in the University conducted entrance test and subsequent interview.

Structure of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam

The question paper of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam shall consist of both English Literature & English Language question paper from which the candidates need to attend only one according to their own wish. Each paper will have 2 parts. Part I will consist of short answer type questions which have to be answered in about 50 words each and Part II of medium answer type questions to be answered in about 150 words each. The test will be of 90 minutes duration.

Syllabus of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam

The questions of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam will be from the following sections.

• Poetry and Plays
• Prose
• History of English Literature
• Literary terms
• Comprehensions
• Composition
• Essays

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who have passed the three year degree or honors course in B.A English or allied subjects from University of Allahabad or any other University / Institution approved by UGC are eligible to appear for the M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam carry out by the University of Allahabad.

How to Apply?

Candidates can submit online form for PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam at the official website of the University. The aspirants have to first download the challan form of State Bank of India from the website and fill it up properly citing all the details required. With the completed challan, the application fee of Rs. 600/- (Rs. 300/- in case of SC/ST/PC candidates) can be deposited at any of the branches of State Bank of India. A unique 9 digit receipt number will be obtained and this number is to be entered on the online form. After completely filling the application form, click on the submit button.

How to fill the Form?

The website provides all the information required for online form submission. The applicants are advised to go through it before filling. All the columns in the form have to be entered furnishing the exact details. The fee payment receipt number should be entered correctly. If it does not match with the details provided by the bank to the university then admit card will not be issued and application will be cancelled. Before clicking on the submit button, go through the filled form once and check whether all the details entered are correct.

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.]

Online Submission of Forms Start Date: Third week of April, 2012

Sale of OMR Forms from Pravesh Bhawan from: First week of May, 2012

Last date of submission of Online/OMR Forms: Third week of May, 2012

Date of Online Download of Admit Cards from the website www.pgat2011.com: Last week of May 2012

Date of Admission Test: First week of June, 2012

List of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam Centres

• Allahabad
• Bareilly
• Bhopal
• Bangalore
• Patna
• Delhi

Contact Address for University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam

• Address: Director - Post Graduate Admission Test - PGAT 2011, University of Allahabad, Allahabad – 211002, Uttar Pradesh
• Help Desk telephone numbers: 7388404617, 9453357711
• Website: http://www.allduniv.ac.in/

Colleges Accepting the University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam Score

University of Allahabad

Reference Books for University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam

• Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
• David Copperfield by Charles Dickens
• A Passage to India by E.M. Forster
• Kanthapura by Raja Rao
• Desire under the Elms by Eugene O’ Neill
• The Family Reunion by T.S. Eliot
• Key concepts in Television studies by Casey, Bernadette
• Mass Communication in the Information Age by Dizard ,W
• Introduction to Communication Studies by Fiske, J
• The Birthday Party by Harold Printer
• An Introduction to the Pronunciation of English by Gimson, A.C, and Edward Arnold
• Key concepts in Communication, Cultural and Media studies by John, Hartley
• Modern Mass Media by Merril, John
• Mass Communication in India: A Sociological Perspective by Villanilam, J V
• Hayavadan by Girish Karnad
• An Introduction to Functional Grammar by Halliday MAK
• Language Curriculum: Dynamics of Change by Mathew
• An English Miscellany by Tongue & Shiv Kumar
• Key Concepts in language & Linguistics by Trask R. L
• Language the Basics by Trask R. L
• Spoken and written Language by Halliday MAK

Coaching Centers for University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam

• Sahil Study Circle
• Zephyr
• Aakash Tutorials
• Hierank School of Competitions
• Career Forum
• Kamat Education
• Pathfinder Academy
• Agarwal classes
• Pearson Tandem
• DAMS
• Triumphant Institute for Management Education (T.I.M.E)
• Aakashdeep Tutorial
• Oasis Education Services
• Brilliant Tutorials
• Newton Academy
• Sri Krishna Academy

Study Plan

The aspirants have to work hard for the University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam. One should have a good idea on the syllabus and question pattern of the exam. All the topics in the syllabus of the entrance exam have to be thoroughly studied. It’s better to split the entire syllabus to simpler units which helps for easy preparation. The candidates have to read many authorized reference books while preparing.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result of University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam can be obtained from the official website of the University.

Score Validity

University of Allahabad PGAT for M.A. in English Literature / English Language Entrance Exam score will be valid only up to 1 year.