An M.A. may make you eligible for teaching at higher levels and for posts that ask for a Master's in a specific subject, in addition to graduate-level recruitments.
With M.A. you may be eligible for posts in these categories. These are categories that commonly accept this qualification — not a guarantee for any single recruitment.
Assistant Professor (with UGC NET / SET) and PGT teacher posts
State PSC posts asking for a Master's in Economics, Sociology, Social Work, etc.
All graduate-level recruitments (you hold a bachelor's degree)
Commonly eligible vs. notification-specific: the list above is what recruitments commonly accept. Subjects, branch, minimum marks, age and other conditions are set by each notification — check the latest one before applying.
Common Exams and Recruitments for M.A.
Each card shows the typical qualification published for that exam. Not every exam accepts every M.A. holder — read the "typical qualification" line.
Interested in:
UGC NET
National Testing Agency
Typical qualification
Master's degree with 55% (relaxations apply), or a 4-year UG degree with 75%
Job types
Eligibility for Assistant Professor; JRF fellowship
Age
No upper limit for Assistant Professor eligibility; JRF has an age limit
Officially announced = the recruiting body has released a notification but applications haven't opened. Expected = reported as planned, with no notification yet — details may change.
How do I know if I am eligible for a job with M.A.?
Compare your qualification, subjects or branch, age, category, domicile, experience and any physical or skill requirements with the eligibility section of the official notification. This page only lists what recruitments commonly accept.