Are IGNOU students eligible for M. Phil Clinical Psychology?
Yes, definitely! If you have done your MA/M.Sc. in Psychology through distance learning under IGNOU you can still apply for M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from a regular college and get licensed by RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India). However, not all universities or institutions provide the same for IGNOU students, but we have prepared a list of institutions and colleges that do. Before jumping to the list, you must first have a little factual knowledge about IGNOU and the M.Phil. program.
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
IGNOU is an open university in India offering distance learning in varied streams of education under recognition by the University Grants Commission (UGC). IGNOU has helped in bringing a higher level of education to the doorstep with an affordable fee structure.
IGNOU vs Regular College: In terms of fee affordability and flexibility IGNOU is leading and is considered a better choice for someone who is in dire need of both the conditions mentioned. However, there cannot be a direct answer to this question as both types of institutes are there to serve different sections of society.
Validity of the degree attained from IGNOU: IGNOU is a recognized institute by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), thus its degree holds an equivalent value to that of a regular college.
IGNOU study material: IGNOU provides all the study material digitally at no additional cost for ease of access to all its students. The study material is widely used and considered helpful by people preparing for other renowned Government exams.
The Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.)
The Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Clinical Psychology is an intensive academic research program regulated by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and offered at RCI-recognised institutions across the country. It is a two-year full-time course that focuses on theoretical principles of clinical psychology as well as ensures internships and training with patients/clients in clinical setups. It is a job-oriented course. As per the Mental Healthcare Act (MHA, 2017), a clinical psychologist is required to hold an M.Phil. degree to practice as a licensed clinical psychologist at hospitals or private practices in India.
Course Type: Postgraduate
Course Duration: 2 years
Course Eligibility:
- Aspirants with a degree in M.A./M.Sc. Psychology with at least an aggregate of 55% marks.
- Students in their semester 4th of M.A./M.Sc. can also appear for the exam.
- Candidates are usually shortlisted for admission in an MPhil course based on their performance in an entrance exam followed by a Personal Interview (PI) round.
Note: The admission criteria may vary under different universities, institutes, and hospitals. You can directly contact the websites of these institutions or contact Psychopedia for further guidance on any related query.
Here is the list of colleges and institutions that provide M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology for IGNOU students:
S.No. | Name of the Institution | Location | No. of Seats | Website |
1. | NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuroscience) | Bengaluru | 32 | |
2. | IHBAS (Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Science) | Delhi | 11 | |
3. | Central Institute of Psychiatry | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 21 | |
4. | Ranchi Institute of Neuropsychiatry and Allied Sciences | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 12 | |
5. | The Institute of Mental Health and Hospital | U.P. | 10 | |
6. | Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health | Assam | 8 | |
7. | Gwalior Manshik Arogyashala | Gwalior, M.P. | 8 | |
8. | Post Graduate Insitute of Behavioral & Medical Science | Raipur, Chhattisgarh | 18 | |
9. | National Forensic Science University (NFSU) | Gandhinagar, Gujarat | 12 | |
10. | Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University | Gurgaon | 10 | Email id. ar.acad@sgtuniversity.org |
11. | SRM Medical College & Hospital | Tamil Nadu | 12 | |
12. | Gautam Buddha University | Greater Noida | 10 |
Blog By : DEEBHA SITHTA
