Jun
05
2026
Here are the question papers containing answer keys (in bold font) for the MSc Economics entrance exam, 2026.
Please click below for the list of candidates who have been shortlisted for the interview stage of the MA-CST admissions process.
Interviews will be in 20-minute slots as per the schedule posted below. Links and further instructions will be posted to individual candidates.
The process of shortlisting candidates for the interview stage of admissions is ongoing. A shortlist will be uploaded to the HSS website by end of day on 22 May 2026.
Interviews will be held online on 25 and 26 May. An interview schedule with links will also be posted on the 22nd by end of day.
The list of shortlisted candidates for the interview based on the PhD written entrance exam is given in the attached file.
Candidates will be interviewed by a panel of experts.
Candidates are expected to report to the Seminar Hall at the Ground Floor of the Main Building half an hour before reporting time on 18 May 2026.
Please carry all your original documents including UGC NET/JRF/GATE certificates to the interview.
Final results of the interviews will be declared within 3 weeks from the date of interview.
Use the following form if you wish to make any challenges to the published answer key for the MA CST examination, 2026.
Please note that we will only accept responses upto 12 pm on Tuesday, 19 May.
For any queries please contact us by email at cst_admissions@hss.iitd.ac.in.
Here are the question papers and corresponding answer keys for the MA CST entrance exam, 2026.
Timing for the Ph.D. Written Exam on 17th May, 2026
Candidates' exam hall Entry time: 7:00 AM
Document verification: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
The exam starts: 8:30 AM
Entry to examination room stops at 9:00 AM
All candidates must be at their allotted seat by 8:20 AM.
Please keep your belongings including your phones and watches at the front/side of the classroom.Please ensure that your phones are switched off.
No watches are allowed.