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About the university

Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (earlier known as the University of Saugor) was established in 1946 by Dr. Sir Hari Singh Gour. He was a well-known lawyer, educationist, and social reformer who used his own life savings to establish the university. This makes it one of the few universities in India founded by one person’s generous efforts. The University is located just 5 km east of Sagar city in Madhya Pradesh, spread across 1312.89 acres on the scenic Pathariya hills, part of the Vindhya Range. The campus is surrounded by approximately 100 acres of lush green forest. It offers a breathtaking natural setting. It also plays an active role in preserving the local ecosystem and biodiversity. It is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque university campuses in India.

• It was originally a state university. It was designated as a Central University on January 15, 2009 under the Central Universities Act, 2009.
• The President of India now Droupadi Murmu is the official Visitor of the university.
• It holds a prestigious NAAC A+ grade for academic excellence.
• The NIRF ranking for DHSGSU in 2024 placed it within the 101-150 range.
• In 2024, DHSGSU was ranked #189 in the QS World University Rankings for Southern Asia.
• The university’s overall ranking in the QS World University Rankings was also in the 601-650 band. 

Vision

To be a global center of excellence in literature, arts, sciences, and technologies. To empower youth to become skilled and globally competitive assets to society. The university aspires to lead in innovation, quality education, and societal outreach, while nurturing intellectual freedom and spiritual growth.

Mission

To discover, develop, and disseminate knowledge across diverse academic and professional fields through outstanding undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. The university is committed to an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence and creativity.

Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology was established in 1963. It  is a vital part of the School of Humanities & Social Sciences. The department has long been a center of excellence in Central India. With the ever-changing challenges of society and the world, the relevance of psychology has grown tremendously. Recognizing this, the department offers a comprehensive postgraduate program designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The curriculum strikes a careful balance between foundational concepts and hands-on application, preparing students to meet the demands of the field with confidence and competence.

Programs Offered

Program	Level	Duration	Eligibility
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Psychology	Bachelor’s	3 years	10+2 in any discipline with at least 45% marks (UR/EWS/OBC). 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD.
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – Psychology	Bachelor’s	3 years	10+2 in Science with at least 45% marks (UR/EWS/OBC). 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD.
M.A./M.Sc. – Psychology	Postgraduate	2 years	Graduation with at least 45% marks (UR/EWS/OBC). 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PWD.
Ph.D. – Psychology	Doctoral	3+ years	Master’s in Psychology with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA/Grade.

Program Overview

Master of Arts- Psychology

• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
• Total Seats: 50
• Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline
  • UR/OBC/EWS: Minimum 45%
  • SC/ST/PwBD: Minimum 40%
• Reservation (as per Government of India rules):
  • OBC-NCL: 27%
  • SC: 15%
  • ST: 7.5%
  • EWS: 10%
• Admission : Based on CUET PG scores

Semester-Wise Curriculum

Semester	Courses
Semester 1	Advanced Social Psychology Cognitive Psychology I Foundations of Psychological Research Assertiveness Training
Semester 2	Applied Social Psychology Cognitive Psychology II Research Designs & Statistics Fundamentals of Indian Psychology Open Electives: Positive Psychology, Dream Analysis
Semester 3	Neuropsychology Psychopathology Psychology of Personality Electives: Counseling Psychology, Psychopharmacology, Military Psychology, etc.   Open Electives: Life Skills, Depression Management
Semester 4	Psychology of Emotion Psychological Testing Clinical Intervention Dissertation   Electives: Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Child Psychopathology, etc.

CUET PG 2025 CUT-OFF

Category	1st list	2nd list
GEN	186	180
OBC	150	Filled
SC	All registered candidates	All registered candidates
ST	All registered candidates	All registered candidates
EWS	All registered candidates	Filled

Admission Process

Admission to postgraduate programs at Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (DHSGSU) is based on the CUET-PG entrance exam. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying as merely appearing for CUET-PG does not guarantee admission. The university prepares a merit list based on CUET-PG scores which is then used to shortlist candidates followed by an offline counselling session where physical presence of the shortlisted candidates is mandatory.

Follow these steps for applying :-

• Visit the SAMARTH Portal
  🔗 https://dhsgsucuet.samarth.edu.in/pg/
• Register Online using your CUET-PG Application Number and Date of Birth (DOB).
• Fill in your personal details with accurate information.
  Note: Double-check all details before submitting and locking your profile.
• Select Your Desired Programs from the list of eligible programs based on your CUET-PG subject combinations.
  Note : Only programs you are eligible for will be shown
• Fill in your Academic details like Eligibility criteria, Class 10th, 12th and Graduate details, Year of passing & Percentage
• Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents such as mark sheets, certificates, ID proof, etc.
• Pay the Application Fee

Important dates

Application start date	22nd May,2025
Last date to apply	5th June, 2025
Extended last date to apply	6th June, 2025
Counselling first session	15th June, 2025