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Department of Economics

The Post Graduate Teaching Department of Economics, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University established in the year 1958. The Department has grown in leaps and bounds in terms of developing good academic culture and quality research work and through the representation of its faculty members in assignments at state as well as national level. The intake capacity for post graduate course is 160 students. M. Phil course was also run by the department. Aims of the Department:

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About Department of Economics

History, establishment, and foundational achievements

Established in 1923, Department of Economics (University) is a historic state university in Nagpur, Maharashtra, renowned for its extensive academic programs and significant contributions to higher education in the region.

The Post Graduate Teaching Department of Economics, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University established in the year 1958. The Department has grown in leaps and bounds in terms of developing good academic culture and quality research work and through the representation of its faculty members in assignments at state as well as national level. The intake capacity for post graduate course is 160 students. M. Phil course was also run by the department. Aims of the Department: => The Department aims to have a holistic development of the students by following a teaching pedagogy that imparts education in tune with the contemporary demands of local, national and International environment. => The Department aspires for skill development of the students and making them employable in corporate and academic fields. => The Department strives for developing a strong research base on an individual and departmental level such that the research can be used for providing consultancy on a wide range of socio-economic areas. => The Department endeavours to be a guiding center to the teaching fraternity of Economics & assist all in the expansion of the subject knowledge through organizing workshops, Faculty development programs and other constructive initiatives. => Through the Regional Development centre, the department aims at organizing programs for studying the varied regional issues in Vidharbha and making suggestions in this regard.

Courses offered

=> Master of Arts (M.A.) (English and Marathi Medium), => Master of Philosophy (M. Phil), => Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and => Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.)

Syllabus

=> M.A. Economics (CBCS Pattern, Semester I, Semester II, Semester III, Semester IV) => Ph.D. (Syllabus for PET)

Admission

Student Intake Capacity: => M.A. I M.A. I English Medium 80 => M.A. I Marathi Medium 80 => M.A. II M.A. I English Medium 80 => M.A. II Marathi Medium 80 => Ph.D. – 50

Admission Process

=> M.A. Programme – the admission to programme is through the centralized admission process (CAP) conducted by the RTM University on the basis of merit. This is generally conducted in the month of June every year. The detailed information is made available on www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in => M.Phil. Programme - the aspirants have to qualify the entrance exam conducted by RTM Nagpur University. The detailed information is made available on www.nagpuruniversity.ac.in => Ph.D. Programme - Candidates those who are interested to pursue Ph.D. must have cleared Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) conducted by the RTM Nagpur University or M.Phil in Economics or cleared NET/SET in Economics. The details of the entrance test are available on the Ph.D. Portal of Nagpur university website.

Eligibility

=> Graduate from any recognized university for seeking admission in M.A. Programme => Post Graduate in Economics from any recognized university for seeking admission in M. Phil. Programme. => Candidates from other Universities seeking admission in the department to the any course are required to obtain an Eligibility Certificate from RTM Nagpur University and Submit original documents along with Migration Certificate.

Research

Research Activities of the Department: The department actively engages in research which is multidisciplinary in nature and provide policy inputs to the state as well as union government. The fields of research are primarily on Agriculture, International sector, Industrial sector, Economics of Education and Health, Rural Development, Poverty, inclusion, Environment, Tribal Development and Regional Development and Disparities. Completed Research Projects: => ‘Industrial development in post liberalisation period – An analysis of nexus between trade liberalisation’, flow of foreign investment, environmental quality and welfare gains sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi. (A. P. Kulkarni, R. Y. Mahore and V. S. Deshpande) => ‘Economics of Protected Area: A Case study of Pench National Park’, approved thorough IGIDR, Mumbai sponsored by World Bank. (Anjali Kulkarni and V. M. Vaidya) => ‘Growth in social sector expenditure’ sponsored by UGC. => ‘Input-output analysis for Gadchiroli district of Vidarbha region’ sponsored by Maharashtra Irrigation Commission, Government of India. => ‘Rate of return on primary education in Nagpur district’, sponsored by UGC. (R. Y. Mahore) => Background paper on ‘Agrarian Scenario in suicide affected district’ for the Government of Maharashtra sponsored project on Farmers’ suicides. (A. P. Kulkarni, R. Y. Mahore, V. S. Deshpande and S. H. Indurwade) => Effectiveness of Consumer protection with special reference to service sector’, sponsored by Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi. (A. P. Kulkarni, R. Y. Mahore and V. S. Deshpande) => ‘Impact of SCSP on SCs residing in government and government aided hostel in Maharashtra’ Sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi (S. H. Indurwade) => ‘Implementation of student’s education loan and its impact on students Higher Education and Employability in Vidharbha Region of Maharashtra’. Sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi. ( S. H. Indurwade) => Evaluative Study of Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship in RTM Nagpur University Sponsored by RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur. (S. H. Indurwade) => Food security-its role in providing livelihood & poverty alleviation sponsored by UGC. (A.P. Kulkarni and Sneha V. Deshpande) => ‘An analytical Study of Diary Development Initiatives in Wardha District’ sponsored by RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur. (Sneha V. Deshpande) => An Empirical Study of Public Distribution System and problems of FPS Owners in Gondia District (2007 - 2012) (2011-2013) Sponsored by UGC, New Delhi. (Samit Mahore) => ‘Impact of socio Economic Background on Choice of Higher Education: An Analysis of Nagpur City’, (2015-2017) Sponsored by RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur. (Samit Mahore) => ‘Situational Analysis of Financial Inclusion of Street Venders in Nagpur City’, 2015-2017. (Aparna Samudra) List of the Ph.D. Awards in the Department:
Sr. No.Name of the CandidateTitle of the ResearchYear of Award
1.Dr. Vijay Bansodनागपूर जिल्हातील पीक पध्दतीत झालेल्या बदलांचे शेतकऱ्यांवरील आर्थिक परिणाम29.08.2013
2.Dr. Rakshit Bagdeजागतिकीकरणाच्या संदर्भात डाँ. आंबेडकरांच्या भारतीय शेतीविषयक आर्थिक विचारांचे मूल्यमापन13.09.2013
3.Dr. Gurudas Nehareनागपूर जिल्हातील आश्रमसाळांच्या योगदानाचे आर्थिक अध्ययन26.02.2016
4.Dr. Harish Bawangadeचंद्रपूर जिल्हातील आदिवासी शेतकऱयांसाठी राबविण्यात येणाऱ्या कृषी विषयक योजनांचे आर्थिक अध्ययन26.02.2016
5.Dr. Neena JobIndustrial Pollution and its impact on Human Resources with reference to Bhilai Steel Plan26.02.2016
6.Dr. Kavita Makarwarदक्षिणपूर्व मध्य रेल्वे के कर्मचारियोका आर्थिक अध्ययन07.01.2017
7.Dr. Ranjana Lanewarनागपूर जिल्हातील ग्रामीण महिला शेतमजुरांच्या आर्थिक व सामाजिक परिस्थीचे अध्ययन17.03.2017
8.Dr. Nagendra DasAn Economic Analysis of Higher Education in India in Respect of Women with special reference to Nagpur District of Maharashtra23.08.2019
9.Shri Amol Shendeताडोबा अंधारी व्याघ्र प्रकल्पाअंतर्गत पुनर्वासितांच्या समस्यांचे आर्थिक अध्ययन2020

No. of students perusing Ph.D. research work under the guidance of Dr. S. H. Indurwade:

Sr. No.Name of the CandidateTitle of the ResearchCurrent status
1.Shri Santosh RoddawarImpact of Education Loan on students Higher Education in Nagpur DistrictSubmitted
2.Shri Chandrashekhar Farkadeप्रो. अमर्त्य सेन यांच्या आर्थिक विचारांचे अध्ययन (दारिद्र्य आणि विषमतेच्या संदर्भात)Submitted
3.Shri Ankesh Sahuनागपूर शहरातील रस्त्यावर राहणाऱ्या मुलांच्या जीवनमानाचा आर्थिक अध्ययनWorking
4.Shri Rameez RajaRole of Small Scale Industries in Rural Development of Jammu and Kashmir with special reference to District PulwamaWorking
Sr. No.Name of the CandidateTitle of the ResearchYear of Award
1.Shri Pradeep Madhukarrao Navghare“An Analysis of Inter-relationship of Working Conditions and Level of Production (A Study with Special Reference to Steel Plants Registered in Nagpur Division)”28/12/2010
2.Smt. Jasvinder Kaur“Composition and Direction of Foreign Trade from Central India (A Study in the Context of “Logistic Hub” Available in Nagpur)”27.08.2012
3.Shri Anoop Charudatta Sagdev“An Economic Analysis of Assets and Instituational Finance in the Context of Sustainable Industrial Growth An Empirical Study of Small Manufacturing Enterprises in MIDC, Nagpur (1997 – 2007)”31.12.2013
4.Ritu Manmohan Lal Vyas“Critical Evaluation of Buying Behavior of Consumers Relating to FMCG Products in the Present Economics Scenario”03.06.2014
5.Shri Jitendra Kilkar Mahajan”नवीन आर्थिक धोरणोपरांत भारताचे आयात-निर्यात धोरण - एक अध्ययन (1990-91 नंतरचा काळ)“22.04.2016
6.Mrs. Suvarna Girish Bapat“A comparative study of working and non-working biogas plants in Gondia district : A socioeconomics study with special reference to Rural Area”23.05.2016
7.Ku. Prabhjot Kaur Nayyar“Employment Scenario in Hotel Industry – A Case Study of Nagpur City (Reference period 2000-2012)"16.06.2016
8.Shri. Mohan Arvind AnjankarAn analysis of sector wise credit supply through co-operative bank in the post liberalization (A case study of urban cooperative bank in Nagpur district)20.04.2017
Sr. No.Name of the CandidateTitle of the ResearchYear of Award
1.Anand Pusam‘गडचिरोली जिल्ह्यााचा मानव विकास निर्देंषांक:एक अभ्यास’August, 22, 2016
2.Gulab Chikhalondhe‘गोदिया जिल्ह्याातील धान उत्पादक ष्षेतकÚयांचे आर्थिंक व सामाजिक अध्ययन’October, 01, 2016
3.Nohardas Lilhare‘गोदिया जिल्हे के आदिवासी समाज की निर्धनता का आर्थिंक एवं सामाजिक अध्ययन’April, 20, 2017

Contact Details

Post Graduate Teaching Department of Economics, Humanities Building, First Floor, University Campus, Amravati Road, Nagpur – 440 033 (Maharashtra). E-mail: [email protected] Mobile No.: 9765029301 / 8329804498

Quick Highlights & Key Facts

Established Year 1923 (100+ Years of Legacy)
University Type State University
Accreditation NAAC A+ Grade | UGC Recognized
NIRF Rank Band Top 100 - 150 (University Category)
Campus Spread 7 Campuses across 327 Acres
Affiliated Colleges 795+ Recognized Institutes

Placements & Career Opportunities

Corporate recruitment drives, salary packages, and top hiring partners

HIGHEST CTC PACKAGE ₹ 25.5 LPA Engineering & Tech streams
AVERAGE CTC PACKAGE ₹ 7.2 LPA Across campus placements
OVERALL PLACEMENT RATE 82% In constituent & affiliated colleges

Prominent Corporate Recruiters

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Infosys Wipro Capgemini Cognizant Accenture Tech Mahindra HDFC Bank Mahindra & Mahindra Reliance Industries Larsen & Toubro (L&T) ICICI Bank Amazon Amdocs

Stream-wise Salary & Placement Breakdown

Academic Program Highest Package Average Package Placement Rate
B.Tech Computer Science & IT ₹ 25.5 LPA ₹ 8.5 LPA 85 - 90%
MBA (Marketing / Finance) ₹ 15.0 LPA ₹ 7.0 LPA 80 - 85%
B.Pharm & M.Pharm ₹ 10.5 LPA ₹ 5.5 LPA 75 - 80%
B.Com & BBA ₹ 6.5 LPA ₹ 4.0 LPA 65 - 70%

Research & Innovation Ecosystem

Patents, peer-reviewed journals, and sponsored interdisciplinary projects

69 Institutional H-Index High academic citation impact
11,000+ Published Research Papers Scopus & Web of Science indexed
50+ Patents Filed & Granted Applied science & pharma innovations
The university demonstrates robust research output, particularly in scientific and technical disciplines, contributing to advancements in various fields.

Recognized Research Centres & Laboratories

Centre for Applied Physics

Nanotechnology and condensed matter material research.

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Novel drug delivery systems and pharmacological chemistry.

Rajiv Gandhi Biotechnology Centre

Biopesticides, micro-bial genetics, and molecular aquaculture.

Department of Environmental Science

Ecological sustainability and pollution mitigation technologies.

Admissions 2026-2027

Eligibility criteria, accepted entrance exams, and application procedures

Admissions Open for Session 2026-2027

Undergraduate and postgraduate admissions for Department of Economics are conducted through official Centralized Admission Process (CAP) rounds and university merit quotas.

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Entrance Exams Accepted

MHT-CET (Engineering & Pharmacy) JEE Main (Engineering UG Quotas) MAH-MBA-CET / CAT / CMAT (MBA Admissions) GATE (M.Tech Postgraduate Degrees) GPAT (Master of Pharmacy M.Pharm) MHT-CET Law (3-Yr & 5-Yr Law Courses) CUET (Centralized UG Merit Streams)

How to Apply: 5-Step Process

1
Register Online

Register on the Maharashtra CET Cell or university admission portal.

2
Entrance Exam

Appear for state entrance exam or verify merit eligibility scores.

3
CAP Counseling

Submit choices and locking of preferred constituent colleges.

4
Document Check

Present verified marks, domicile, and quota certifications.

5
Seat Confirmation

Pay admission fees to finalize seat allotment.

Campus Infrastructure & Facilities

World-class educational environment across 327 acres of urban campuses

Library
Available
Hostels
Available (Boys & Girls)
Amenities
Included

Central E-Library

Over 300,000 reference volumes, national and international journals, digitized theses, and e-learning resources.

Campus-wide Wi-Fi

24x7 high-speed wireless connectivity accessible to all students, scholars, and faculty members.

Hostels (Boys & Girls)

Well-maintained separate residential halls with dining mess, recreation lounges, and round-the-clock security.

Advanced Computer Labs

State-of-the-art computing clusters and software workstations supporting research and data analysis.

Specialized Research Labs

Cutting-edge instrumentation across science, pharmacy, engineering, and biotechnology departments.

Sports Complex & Gym

Spacious outdoor playgrounds, indoor athletics arena, fitness gymnasium, and annual sporting championships.

Health Care Centre

Dedicated on-campus medical clinic providing primary health checks, medical aid, and emergency transport.

Cafeteria & Dining

Multi-cuisine hygienic canteens serving balanced, nutritious meals and quick refreshments.

Campus Transport

Convenient shuttle buses connecting university departments with key residential hubs in Nagpur.

Academic Programs & Degrees

Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs offered at Department of Economics

Flagship Programs & Fee Structures

Degree / Course Duration Average Annual Fees Curriculum Highlights
B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering 4 Years ₹ 90,000 / yr Industry-aligned curriculum with focus on AI, ML, software design, and practical labs.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2 Years ₹ 1,20,000 / yr Dual specializations in Marketing, Finance, HR, and Operations with active corporate internships.
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) 4 Years ₹ 85,000 / yr PCI approved flagship program with advanced pharmacological formulation laboratories.
B.A. LL.B. (5-Year Integrated) 5 Years ₹ 70,000 / yr Comprehensive legal education supported by moot court practice and legal aid clinics.
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) 3 Years ₹ 25,000 / yr Extensive subject choices across Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, and Microbiology.
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) 3 Years ₹ 20,000 / yr Foundation in accounting, taxation, auditing, and corporate finance.
Master of Science (M.Sc) 2 Years ₹ 35,000 / yr Specialized postgraduate research streams with active thesis dissertation projects.

Notable Alumni

Distinguished personalities, jurists, scholars, and public leaders

Justice Sharad Arvind Bobde

47th Chief Justice of India

Distinguished jurist who earned his law degree from RTMNU Law Department.

Devendra Fadnavis

Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra

Prominent political leader who graduated in law from the university.

Nitin Gadkari

Union Cabinet Minister of Road Transport & Highways

Alumnus of RTMNU who has spearheaded national infrastructure modernization.

Laxmanrao Kashinath Bhise

Former Vice-Chancellor & Scholar

Visionary educationist who contributed significantly to academic excellence.

Dr. R. G. Bhoyar

Noted Educationist & Researcher

Renowned academic leader in central India higher education.

Vidya Stokes

Former Member of Parliament & Minister

Distinguished parliamentarian and public servant.

IndCareer Editorial Verdict

Objective assessment, verified institutional strengths, and advisory considerations

Institutional Strengths

  • Centenary Heritage: Established in 1923 with deep historic reputation and strong academic alumni network throughout India.
  • Extensive Faculty Diversity: Over 297 degree programs spanning traditional humanities to advanced AI and nanotechnology.
  • Robust Research Productivity: Over 11,000 research papers, 50+ patents, and an impressive Institutional H-index of 69.
  • High Value & Affordability: Highly subsidized government fee structures ensuring accessible higher education across all societal demographics.
  • Prime Connectivity: Central urban campus in Nagpur with direct access to metro stations, railways, and industrial corridors.

Points to Consider

  • Placement Variance: While flagship technical and management departments record high packages, general degree placements vary by stream.
  • Infrastructure Modernization: Heritage campus blocks are undergoing phased modernization; verify specialized lab facilities for your specific course.
  • Cohort Size: Large student enrollment requires proactive engagement with professors and career development cells.

Critical Verification Steps for Applicants

  • Verify the active NAAC CGPA and cycle rating prior to final admission lock.
  • Review specific entrance cutoff scores across CAP Round 1, Round 2, and institutional spot rounds.
  • Confirm AICTE / PCI / BCI regulatory council approvals for technical, pharmacy, and legal programs.
  • Verify eligibility for state scholarship schemes (eBC, MahaDBT, minority freeships) with administrative officers.
IndCareer Fact Check: This comprehensive profile of Department of Economics was last verified in May 2026. IndCareer recommends students verify latest UGC affiliation and admission deadlines directly from the official portal before making decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common applicant queries regarding admissions, hostels, results, and courses

How can students apply for admission to RTM Nagpur University?

Admissions are conducted primarily through the official Maharashtra State CET cell and university online admission portal. For professional courses like B.Tech, MBA, and B.Pharm, candidates must qualify in MHT-CET, CAT/MAH-MBA-CET, or GPAT respectively and register for the centralized admission process (CAP rounds).

Does RTM Nagpur University offer on-campus hostel accommodation?

Yes, the university provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students across its campuses. Hostels include essential amenities such as study desks, mess halls, high-speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, and recreational rooms. Priority is given to outstation and merit students.

How are campus placements at RTM Nagpur University?

The university maintains an active Central Training & Placement Cell (T&P) along with departmental placement coordinators. Top multinational corporations including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, Cognizant, and Reliance regularly recruit students with highest packages reaching up to 25.5 LPA and an average package around 7.2 LPA.

Is RTM Nagpur University recognized by UGC and state authorities?

Yes, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University is an established State University founded in 1923 by the Government of Maharashtra. It is fully recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) & 12(B) and accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade.

Where can students check examination results and timetables?

Exam results and timetables are officially published on the university examination portal (rtmnuresults.uonex.in) and are aggregated on IndCareer with direct subject-wise download links and historical result archives.

How many colleges are affiliated with RTMNU?

More than 795 colleges and specialized institutes across Nagpur, Wardha, Bhandara, and Gondia districts are officially affiliated with RTM Nagpur University, offering programs across Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering, Law, and Medicine.