Admissions 2026–27

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Explore undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and executive programmes designed to develop analytical thinkers, policy leaders, economists, and researchers. Discover the admission process, eligibility, important dates, and everything you need to begin your journey at GIPE.

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APPLICATIONS OPEN

One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE)

Applications are open for the One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE).

LAST DATE

30 June 2026

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UPCOMING

Document Verification Schedule

Tentative dates for document verification of provisionally admitted students for the Academic Year 2026–27.

SCHEDULE

UG: 06/07/2026 & 07/07/2026

PG: 08/07/2026 to 10/07/2026

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ADMISSION UPDATE

Provisional Admission Offers for UG Programmes

The Institute has decided to offer provisional admission to candidates for UG programmes who have scored above the Institute's cut-off marks in GCET/CUET 2026 in a phased manner.

COMMUNICATION BEGINS

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 onwards

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APPLICATIONS OPEN

One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE)

Applications are open for the One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE).

LAST DATE

30 June 2026

VIEW PROGRAMME
UPCOMING

Document Verification Schedule

Tentative dates for document verification of provisionally admitted students for the Academic Year 2026–27.

SCHEDULE

UG: 06/07/2026 & 07/07/2026

PG: 08/07/2026 to 10/07/2026

VIEW SCHEDULE
ADMISSION UPDATE

Provisional Admission Offers for UG Programmes

The Institute has decided to offer provisional admission to candidates for UG programmes who have scored above the Institute's cut-off marks in GCET/CUET 2026 in a phased manner.

COMMUNICATION BEGINS

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 onwards

LEARN MORE
APPLICATIONS OPEN

One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE)

Applications are open for the One-Year Postgraduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE).

LAST DATE

30 June 2026

VIEW PROGRAMME
UPCOMING

Document Verification Schedule

Tentative dates for document verification of provisionally admitted students for the Academic Year 2026–27.

SCHEDULE

UG: 06/07/2026 & 07/07/2026

PG: 08/07/2026 to 10/07/2026

VIEW SCHEDULE
ADMISSION UPDATE

Provisional Admission Offers for UG Programmes

The Institute has decided to offer provisional admission to candidates for UG programmes who have scored above the Institute's cut-off marks in GCET/CUET 2026 in a phased manner.

COMMUNICATION BEGINS

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 onwards

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Explore Programmes

Discover the undergraduate, postgraduate, specialised, and doctoral programmes offered by the Institute. Our curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and rigorous academic inquiry in the field of Economics.

Professional Programme

PGPFE - Post Graduate Programme in Financial Economics (PGPFE).

How Admissions Works

Admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are conducted through the applicable entrance examinations. Explore the admission routes and official sources for registration, examination updates, and results.

NATIONAL ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

Common University Entrance Test (CUET)

Admissions to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are conducted through CUET (UG) 2026 and CUET (PG) 2026.

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National Testing Agency (NTA)

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INSTITUTE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION

GIPE Common EntranceTest (GCET)

Admissions to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are also conducted through GCET (UG) 2026 and GCET (PG) 2026.

CONDUCTED BY

Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics

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Admission Process

Admissions to GIPE programmes follow a structured process based on the applicable admission route. Complete each step to submit your application, participate in the required entrance examination or selection process, and confirm your admission.

STEP

01

Register & Apply Online

Register through the GIPE Admission Portal, complete the online application form, select your programme preferences, and pay the application fee to generate your Application Number.

STEP

02

Choose Your Admission Route

Apply through the applicable admission route for your chosen programme, including CUET (UG/PG), GCET (UG/PG), or the GIPE Selection Process for PGPFE, where applicable.

STEP

03

Submit Entrance Examination Scores

Submit your CUET score after the results are declared and/or appear for the selected GCET round(s), as applicable. Eligible applications are processed based on the prescribed admission criteria.

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Merit List & Selection

Merit lists are prepared and published after the declaration of the applicable entrance examination results, in accordance with programme-specific eligibility criteria and reservation policies.

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Document Verification & Fee Payment

Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification and pay the prescribed admission fees within the notified timelines to confirm their admission.

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Admission Confirmation

Upon successful completion of all admission formalities, candidates receive admission confirmation. Academic sessions commence as per the Institute's academic calendar.

Eligibility Criteria

Check programme-wise eligibility, admission mode, CUET subject code, seat intake, and reservation policy before applying.

Select your applicant category and programme group to view the applicable eligibility criteria for Academic Year 2026–27.

Under Graduate Programmesfull -time

PROGRAMMES

  • B.Sc. Economics
  • B.Sc. Economics (Data Science) (AEDP)

ADMISSION MODE

CUET-UG 2026 / GCET 2026

CUET Codes: General Test (501), English (101)

SEAT INTAKE

  • B.Sc. Economics150
  • B.Sc. Economics (Data Science)120

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Minimum 60% aggregate (50% for SC/ST) in 12th standard or equivalent from any recognized board. Students awaiting final year results are eligible to apply.

RESERVATION

Admission is subject to the reservation policy of the Government of India (GOI) as applicable to GIPE.

Important Dates for GCET

Main Admission Form for UG/PG (For CUET) : 31 May 2026 up to 11.55 P.M.

round

1

Examination Date: 12 April 2026

Last Date for Registration : 2 April 2026

Hall Ticket issued : 6 April 2026 After 6 P.M.

round

2

Examination Date: 31 May 2026

Last Date for Registration : 21 May 2026

Hall Ticket issued : 23 May 2026 (Tentative)

Scholarships & Financial Assistance

Explore scholarship opportunities and financial assistance available to eligible students after admission confirmation.

Students who wish to apply for Central Government or State Government scholarships after confirmation of admission can access detailed eligibility information, application guidelines, and official scholarship portals through the dedicated Scholarships page. GIPE also provides information to support students seeking educational loans through partner banks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about admissions, eligibility, entrance examinations, application process, important dates, fees, and document verification for Academic Year 2026–27.

If you are applying under the Maharashtra state reservation quota for the M.A. Economics program, you must submit a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate. Without this, your application will be considered under the all-India category. For other programs where domicile is not mandatory, you may submit a self-declaration stating that you do not possess a domicile certificate.

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