Top FAQs for MSc (MACS) Programme
                     Top FAQs 
for M.Sc. 
(MACS) 
Program
me
Question 
What is the Eligibility Criteria for MACS 
Programme?
Answer 
The minimum eligibility criteria for the 
programme is Mathematics major/honors 
with 50% aggregate marks.
Question 
I have studied Mathematics as one of the subjects in 
B.Sc/BCA/MCA/. I have an Engineering degree. Why 
I am still not eligible for this programme?
Answer 
In your case, the Mathematics that you have studied 
does not include all the topics in a Mathematics 
honours course.
The M.Sc. (MACS) is primarily an M.Sc Degree in 
Mathematics and it requires a honours level 
knowledge of Mathematics.
Question 
How to Apply for this programme?
Answer 
To apply for this programme you must 
have to visit the official website of IGNOU 
and download the official brochure.  Now 
fill the form and attach all the required 
attested copies and relevant documents.
Question 
Is there an entrance test for MACS?
Answer 
No, there is no entrance test for this 
programme. Candidates will be selected 
on the basis of the merit list.
Question 
Can I apply Online?
Answer 
No, there is no such provision till yet. 
Question 
Can I appear in CSIR NET for the Mathematical 
Sciences After completing M.Sc. (MACS)?
Answer 
Yes, the M.Sc. (MACS) is comparable to other 
M.Sc. programmes and the Minimum eligibility 
criteria to appear in CSIR NET Exam is having a 
postgraduation in the science stream.
So, you can apply for this exam.
Question 
Where are the centres of the MACS 
programme?
Answer 
The centres are available in Delhi, Ranchi, 
Kolkata, Chennai, Cochin, Pune, Jabalpur, 
and Patiala only.
Question 
Are the practical are compulsory in this 
programme?
Answer 
Yes, all the practical sessions are 
compulsory to complete. 
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