The Department of Psychology in Jyoti Nivas College was established in 1967.From the time of its inception the department has been growing in leaps and bounds. The comprehensive post graduate degree programmes equips students to pursue higher studies, research and a vocation in the field of psychology. This process is facilitated by well qualified and experienced faculty members. The faculty and student strength have significantly increased over the years.

M.Sc. Psychology :
The PG Department of Psychology offers a two-year, full-time M.Sc. Psychology program that prepares students to apply psychological knowledge, theories, and skills in clinical, counselling, organisational-industrial, and research settings. This course is designed for students who aim to gain expertise in one of the above psychology specialisations. The program is structured over four semesters spanning two years. In the first two semesters, students will be introduced to various psychological concepts, processes, theories and research findings- laying a solid foundation for their understanding of the subject. In semesters three and four, the primary focus shifts to industry-relevant branches of inquiry in Psychology, including Clinical, Counselling, Developmental, and Industrial. During the second, third and fourth semesters, students are encouraged to research, pursue internships in the areas of their interest, and develop essential practical, assessment and professional skills. Students would also be equipped to prepare for and fare well in competitive examinations conducted by UGC, NTA, ICSSR and other State and Central Civil Services Boards.

M. Sc. Wellness Counselling:
The Department of Psychology, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous, offers a two-year full-time M.Sc. course in Wellness Counselling - an advanced professional counselling course aimed at building skills and competence among students who desire to become professional counsellors with holistic and interdisciplinary perspectives. The course curricula have been framed to provide theoretical as well as practical training in a wide range of counselling specialisations/areas that would help students succeed as mental health professionals in educational institutions, hospitals and counselling centres, as well as in public and private organisations in the capacity of a counsellor, trainer and as a facilitator of mental health and wellness.

Students would also be equipped to prepare for and fare well in competitive examinations conducted by UGC, NTA, ICSSR and other State and Central Civil Services Boards.

Coordinator's message:

Dr. B. B. Paul Raj
paulraj@jyotinivas.org

"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." – Carl Rogers
At the PG Department of Psychology, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous, we are proud to offer two transformative postgraduate programmes: M.Sc. Psychology and M.Sc. Wellness Counselling. These programmes are designed not only to deepen theoretical knowledge but also to foster practical competencies, ethical sensitivity, and a compassionate understanding of human behaviour.
In today’s rapidly evolving and often challenging world, the need for well-trained mental health professionals has never been greater. With growing awareness around mental health, emotional resilience and holistic well-being, both of our programmes aim to prepare students to become skilled facilitators of change — in clinical settings, counselling centres, rehabilitation settings, educational institutions, corporate environments, and the wider community.
Our curriculum integrates classical and contemporary psychological theories with modern practices, including multicultural awareness, ethical sensitivity, evidence-based therapies, and wellness-focused approaches. Students are encouraged to grow personally and professionally in a supportive environment that values empathy, critical inquiry, and social relevance.
"Psychology helps to measure the probability that an aim is attainable." – Edward Thorndike
We believe our students carry that aim — to bring understanding, healing and growth into the lives of others — and we are committed to guiding them on this meaningful journey.