New Admission Open 2026 - Master's in Public Policy, Law and Governance (MPPLG)

IIT Kharagpur invites applications for its prestigious Master's in Public Policy, Law and Governance (MPPLG) program for the academic year 2026. This is a 2-year full-time postgraduate program offered by the Centre of Excellence in Public Policy, Law and Governance.

The curriculum blends theory and practice, encouraging critical engagement with real-world challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. It covers public institutions and governance systems, constitutional and administrative frameworks, policy formulation and implementation, and regulatory mechanisms.

The program is research intensive with a strong focus on skill orientation, preparing graduates for careers in government, policy think tanks, international organizations, corporate governance, and academia. The program includes core courses, electives, skill-building modules, experiential learning, and capstone projects.

• 2 Years Full-Time Postgraduate Program (87 Total Credits)
• Interdisciplinary Curriculum spanning Policy, Law & Governance
• Research Intensive with hands-on project experience
• Skill Orientation with industry-relevant competencies
• World-class faculty from IIT Kharagpur and guest experts
• Summer internship/placement opportunities with top organizations
• Access to IIT Kharagpur's state-of-the-art campus and resources
• Cross-disciplinary exposure through electives and seminars

General / OBC / EWS Categories

• Bachelor's degree in Science / Engineering / Law / Medicine / Commerce / Arts (minimum four-year programme)
• Minimum marks: 65% or CGPA 7.0 (or equivalent)
• Age limit: 30 years as of January 1, 2025

SC / ST / PwD Categories

• Bachelor's degree in Science / Engineering / Law / Medicine / Commerce / Arts (minimum four-year programme)
• Minimum marks: 60% or CGPA 6.5
• Age limit: 35 years as of January 1, 2025

Final-year students may apply (subject to eligibility verification at the time of admission). Work experience (up to 3 years) may extend age eligibility. Preference given to female candidates and those with work experience.

• Step 1 - Register: Register on the official portal with basic details
• Step 2 - Generate OTP: Complete registration & generate OTP for verification
• Step 3 - OTP Verification: Verify OTP sent to your mobile/email to activate account
• Step 4 - Login & Fill Application: Fill application sections: Personal, Academic, Uploads, Payment, Status
• Step 5 - Payment: Pay the application fee via online banking or credit card
• Step 6 - Print Application: After successful payment and completion, use Print Application option for your records

Semester I (22 Credits)

• Foundations of Public Policy Law and Governance
• Business Economics
• International Law
• Regulatory Governance
• Statistical Methods for Management
• Leadership
• Business Environment and Policy
• Seminar

Semester II (23 Credits)

• Public Policy
• Constitutional Law
• Policy Design & Implementation
• Ethics in Policy, Law and Governance
• Law and Social Change
• Research Methodology
• Elective 1 & Elective 2

Semester III (21 Credits)

• Comparative Public Policy
• Administrative Law, Reforms and New Public Management
• Technology, Business and Governance
• Negotiation Skills, Mediation and Conflict Resolution
• Business, Government & International Economic Environment
• Business Statistics Lab
• Elective 1 & Elective 2
• Project I (4 Credits) & Internship 8-10 weeks (2 Credits)

Semester IV (21 Credits)

• Effective Communication Skills for Policy and Law Professionals
• Role of Public Finance
• Bureaucracy and Public Policy
• Client Counselling and Advocacy
• Elective 1, 2 & 3
• Comprehensive Viva
• Project II (8 Credits)

Elective Courses Available

• Financial Market and Institutions
• Sustainable Entrepreneurship
• Transformative Constitutionalism
• Judicial Process
• Commercial Contract Negotiation, Drafting & Management
• Indian Foreign Policy
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• Local Self-Governance
• Infrastructure & Project Finance
• Water Economics and Governance
• Measurement of SDGs: Technology & Public Policy
• Digital Marketing
• Business Law and Policy
• Criminal Law and Policy
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Economics of Regulation
• Gender Justice
• Energy Economics & Policy
• Media & Public Policy

• Policy Expert - Develop expertise in policy analysis and formulation
• Legal Acumen - Master legal frameworks underlying governance
• Governance Navigation - Understand public administration and institutions
• Shape a Better Future - Prepare for careers in Government, NGOs, Think Tanks, International Organizations, Academia, and Industry

• NIRF 2025 Rank 6th - Overall and in Law Rankings
• Institution of National Importance - Recognized by Government of India
• Research-Oriented Environment - Strong emphasis on academic research and critical inquiry
• Established Legacy - Over seven decades of higher education excellence
• Faculty Expertise - Experienced faculty engaged in teaching and academic research
• Alumni Network - Graduates contributing across public institutions, academia, and industry