M.Sc. in Mathematics is a 2-year postgraduate program designed to provide in-depth knowledge and research skills in various areas of mathematics. The program prepares students for careers in academia, research, finance, and various industries that require strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
M.Sc. in Mathematics is a 2-year postgraduate degree that focuses on advanced concepts in pure and applied mathematics. The course is designed for students who have a strong interest in mathematical theory, logical reasoning, and problem-solving. It is suitable for careers in research, teaching, data science, finance, and technical fields.
2 years (divided into 4 semesters)
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Mathematics or a related field (e.g., B.Sc. in Mathematics Honours or with Mathematics as a core subject).
Some universities accept graduates from engineering or physical sciences with strong mathematics background.
Minimum Marks:
Minimum 50% to 60% aggregate marks in the undergraduate degree (varies by university).
Some reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) may have relaxation in marks.
Entrance Exams (may vary by university):
Some top universities conduct their own entrance exams (e.g., DUET, BHU PET, JNUEE, etc.).
National-level exams such as CUET PG, IIT JAM (Mathematics) are also accepted by several institutions.
Some private or autonomous institutions offer admission based on merit in graduation.
Real Analysis
Algebra (Group Theory, Ring Theory)
Differential Equations
Discrete Mathematics
Mathematical Logic
Complex Analysis
Linear Algebra
Topology
Ordinary Differential Equations
Number Theory
Functional Analysis
Partial Differential Equations
Measure Theory
Optimization Techniques
Elective I (e.g., Graph Theory, Mathematical Modelling)
Probability and Statistics
Numerical Analysis
Differential Geometry
Elective II (e.g., Cryptography, Financial Mathematics)
Project/Dissertation
Note: Electives and topics may vary across universities.
Analytical and logical reasoning
Problem-solving using mathematical models
Research and academic writing
Application of mathematics in computing, finance, and physical sciences
Data Analyst / Data Scientist
Mathematician / Statistician
Quantitative Analyst (Finance)
Research Scientist
Professor / Lecturer
Cryptographer
Actuary
Operations Research Analyst
Education & Research
Finance and Banking
Government and Public Sector
IT and Software
Data Science & Analytics
Aerospace and Defense
Ph.D. in Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
M.Phil. in Mathematics
Professional certifications (e.g., Actuarial Science, Data Science, Machine Learning)
Indian Institute of Technology (IITs)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
University of Delhi (DU)
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
University of Hyderabad
Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI)
Entry-level: ₹3 – ₹6 LPA
Experienced (with specialization or Ph.D.): ₹7 – ₹15+ LPA
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | M.Sc. in Mathematics |
| Duration | 2 Years (4 Semesters) |
| Eligibility | B.Sc. Mathematics / Equivalent, 50-60% marks |
| Admission | Merit / Entrance Exam (e.g., CUET PG, IIT JAM) |
| Top Subjects | Algebra, Analysis, Topology, PDEs, Statistics |
| Career Options | Data Scientist, Professor, Actuary, Analyst |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, ISRO, DRDO, Banks, Colleges, Govt. Sectors |
