MGPS – Master of Arts in Gandhi and Peace Studies: IGNOU Syllabus, Fees & Notes
Master of Arts in Gandhi and Peace Studies
Examine Gandhian ideas alongside peace, conflict resolution and social change. MGPS connects philosophical study with questions about development, rights, ecology and contemporary public life.
Official sources checked: 6 October 2026 · Independent student guide
MGPS at a glance
Master of Arts in Gandhi and Peace Studies is a postgraduate degree programme offered by IGNOU through Open and Distance Learning. The programme code is MGPS; individual papers have their own course codes in the syllabus below.
School: School of Social Sciences (SOSS)
Medium: English & Hindi
Duration: 2–4 years
Credits: 64
Sources: official MGPS programme page and IGNOU July 2026 Common Prospectus, sections 3.22–3.26.
Eligibility, duration & fees
Who can apply?
Bachelor’s degree or a higher degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
What is the programme fee?
The listed tuition is ₹7,500 per year. The standard programme tuition works out to ₹15,000 for two years. This excludes examination fees and any applicable registration, development or other charges; bridge-course charges may apply to MCA_NEW entrants.
The published completion window is 2–4 years. Choose MGPS on the admission portal and check the selected mode, medium and supporting-document requirements.
Sources: official MGPS programme page and IGNOU July 2026 Common Prospectus, sections 3.22–3.26.
MGPS syllabus & course structure
The tables list the published programme structure. Course codes are shown in a consistent hyphenated format; the prospectus sometimes prints the same codes with spaces or without leading zeroes.
First year · 32 credits
| Code | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGP-001 | Gandhi: The Man and His Times | 4 |
| MGP-002 | Philosophy of Gandhi | 4 |
| MGP-003 | Gandhi’s Social Thought | 4 |
| MGP-004 | Gandhi’s Political Thought | 4 |
| MGPE-006 | Gandhi’s Economic Thought | 4 |
| MGPE-007 | Non-violent Movements after Gandhi | 4 |
| MGPE-009 | Gandhi in the 21st Century | 4 |
| MGPE-014 | Gandhi, Ecology and Sustainable Development | 4 |
Second year · compulsory · 4 credits
| Code | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGP-005 | Introduction to Peace and Conflict Resolution | 4 |
Second year · optional pool · choose 28 credits
| Code | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGPE-008 | Gandhian Approach to Peace and Conflict Resolution | 4 |
| MGPE-010 | Conflict Management, Transformation and Peace Building | 4 |
| MGPE-011 | Human Security | 4 |
| MGPE-012 | Women and Peace | 4 |
| MGPE-013 | Civil Society, Political Regimes and Conflict | 4 |
| MGPE-015 | Introduction to Research Methods | 4 |
| MGPE-016 | Human Rights: Indian Perspective | 4 |
| MGPE-017 | Project Work | 8 |
Sources: official MGPS programme page and IGNOU July 2026 Common Prospectus, sections 3.22–3.26.
Blocks, units & detailed syllabus
This is the programme-level course list. For the complete block and unit contents, open the official programme guide and the study material for each paper. Use the table of contents in the material matching your enrolled code; a similar title from an older curriculum may have a different structure.
Study material, assignments & examinations
Use the official study material first
Start with the registered course codes in your student record. Search the official eGyanKosh repository by those codes, check the title and work through the material systematically. Keep a list of concepts you need to discuss with your academic counsellor. Supplementary notes can help revision, but should be checked against the prescribed material.
Assignment preparation
Download the assignment booklet for your registered course code and admission session. Follow its questions, word limits and submission instructions. Use your own explanations, keep a copy and retain proof of submission. Confirm the centre’s accepted submission method and current deadline before sending your work.
Assessment & passing requirements
A single assessment percentage is not stated here because a programme-specific current rule was not independently confirmed for all components. Check your programme guide and the instructions for each registered paper, practical or project. Do not assume that a theory-course pass also completes a separately assessed component.
Examination checklist
- Check registration validity and whether you meet the examination eligibility conditions.
- Use the current examination notification, form and date sheet for your session.
- Confirm that the hall ticket shows the correct course codes and centre.
- For practicals, seminars and viva, follow the separate instructions issued by your centre.
- After results, check each required component in your grade card and keep submission receipts until all marks appear.
Project, practical & fieldwork requirements
MGPE-017 is an optional 8-credit dissertation/project. Choose it only as part of a valid 28-credit optional combination. Obtain the current project instructions before deciding your topic, guide and research plan. Practical submission details and approval procedures must come from the handbook applicable to your batch.
Sources: official MGPS programme page and IGNOU July 2026 Common Prospectus, sections 3.22–3.26.
A practical study approach
The suggestions below are revision advice, not additional IGNOU requirements.
Build a concept-to-example map
For each idea, write its meaning, an example and a criticism. This supports analytical answers rather than descriptive summaries.
Distinguish peace concepts
Compare conflict prevention, management, transformation and peace building using one consistent example.
Read arguments critically
Explain why an author supports or challenges an idea. If you select the project, keep your research question narrow enough for a manageable study.
Build a simple weekly routine
Choose a small reading target, write a one-page summary and test yourself without looking at the notes. Keep assignment preparation separate from last-minute exam revision. At the end of the week, review weak areas and decide which questions to raise with your counsellor.
Useful IGNOU links
- MGPS official programme page — programme details and linked resources.
- July 2026 Common Prospectus — published programme structure, eligibility and fees.
- ODL admission portal — check session availability and admission requirements.
- IGNOU student portal — student account and registration information.
- eGyanKosh — search for official self-learning material.
- IGNOU official website — latest assignment, examination and student-service links.
Frequently asked questions
What does MGPS stand for?
MGPS is IGNOU’s programme code for the Master of Arts in Gandhi and Peace Studies.
How many credits are required?
The published structure totals 64 credits: 32 in the first year and 32 in the second.
Is MGPE-017 compulsory?
No. It is an optional 8-credit project that can replace two 4-credit optional theory papers.
Which languages are available?
The official programme page lists English and Hindi.