The two year Master of Science (MSc) program in economics is one of the top tier post-graduate programs in economics in India. The students admitted will receive training within a healthy research environment, supported by faculty members who are working at the forefront of research in their respective fields. The curriculum imparts a theoretical foundation with strong emphasis on applications and hence a solid grounding in quantitative methods and econometrics. The admitted students receive rigorous training in tools of economics analysis that enable them to contribute creatively to academia, the corporate sector and social policy.

The Ph.D. program in economics is a full time program. Areas of research for current faculty members include Social Choice Theory, Game Theory, Mechanism Design Theory, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Political Economy, Finance and Environmental Economics. PhD students play an important role in creating a vibrant research environment in the department. All graduate students at the department are fully funded by the university.

Admission to either of the two programs is highly selective. The department carries out a written admission test, which is followed by a personal interview for the shortlisted candidates.