The B.A. in Public Policy & Governance at Chitkara University, offered in knowledge partnership with ALS IAS, is an intensive undergraduate program integrating academic learning with focused UPSC preparation, helping students build analytical reasoning and answer-writing skills for public policy and governance careers.
With an integrated, semester-wise curriculum focused on academic excellence and UPSC readiness, Chitkara University offers the B.A. in Public Policy & Governance in knowledge partnership with ALS IAS. This structured undergraduate program enables students to graduate with a recognised degree while being strategically prepared for the Civil Services Examination.
The B.A. in Public Policy & Governance at Chitkara University integrates UPSC preparation into the academic curriculum from day one. Through continuous evaluation, structured answer-writing practice, and regular feedback, students develop analytical reasoning, conceptual clarity, and disciplined study habits required for careers in governance, public administration, public policy research, and competitive examinations.
Guided by experienced faculty at Chitkara University and mentors from ALS IAS, students gain strong theoretical foundations alongside practical UPSC-oriented training across all semesters. By the end of three years, graduates are academically qualified, examination-ready, and equipped with the professional skills needed to pursue careers in governance and public service.
Chitkara University’s B.A. in Public Policy & Governance is offered in Knowledge Partnership with ALS IAS, one of India’s most established Civil Services mentoring institutions. This partnership embeds UPSC-focused academic discipline directly into your university degree curriculum, ensuring that examination preparation is systematic, continuous, and outcome-oriented rather than informal or fragmented.
Why Partnership with ALS IAS matters?
The ALS academic system drives preparation through tested processes rather than shortcuts. Students benefit from:
ALS IAS is one of India’s most trusted Civil Services mentoring institutions, known for its strong academic approach, experienced faculty, and consistent results. Built on innovative teaching methods and a focus on clear thinking, ALS helps students develop analytical ability, conceptual clarity, and disciplined preparation habits. Its classrooms bring together a diverse and motivated learning community, supported by structured evaluation, continuous feedback, and comprehensive study material. This well-rounded approach prepares students not only for the Civil Services Examination but also for diverse career pathways in governance, public policy, and administration.
ALS IAS brings a long and transparent record of outcomes in Civil Services preparation:
Successful IAS candidates
trained over the past 24 years
All India Rank 1 achieved four times
by ALS-trained toppers
38 in Top 10, 81 in Top 20,
and 214 in Top 50
In the 2024 Civil Services
Examination (ALS-reported)
Alumni working across
governance and allied sectors
State Public Service Commission
officers among alumni
This program trains you to combine theoretical understanding, analytical tools, and strategic preparation to excel academically and in competitive examinations. The curriculum is designed with semester-wise learning, continuous evaluation, and guided improvement cycles.
You will explore topics including:
This structured curriculum ensures that your university assessments double as UPSC preparation, giving you both academic rigour and examination readiness simultaneously.
Graduates of the B.A. in Public Policy & Governance may pursue careers in:
To pursue a B.A. in Public Policy & Governance at Chitkara University you must have:
*Fee for Educational Technology Services (ETS) payable at the time of Admission.
**Fee for Career Advancement Services (CAS) payable along with the 2nd Semester fee.
The fees for the above program is subject to revision.
In order to pursue B.A. in Public Policy & Governance, the students can start their application by: