humanities
Economist
Understand how money, markets and nations work.
Typical earnings: ₹5–15 LPA; top policy/global roles much higher
What is this career?
Economists analyse how resources, money and policies affect people — advising governments, banks and think tanks.
What does this professional do?
Builds economic models, analyses data, forecasts trends and writes policy recommendations.
Who may enjoy this career?
Students who love maths AND social issues, enjoy debate and big questions about poverty, growth and policy.
What to do after Class 12
Humanities/Commerce with Maths & Economics in Class 11–12, then BA Economics (Hons) via CUET, then MA/PhD.
Course duration
3 years UG + 2 years PG (recommended)
Approximate fees
₹30,000–₹5,00,000 per year — verify per college
Further study
MA/PhD, Indian Economic Service (IES) exam.
Subjects to consider after Class 10
- Mathematics
- Economics (if offered)
Available courses
- BA Economics (Hons)
- B.Sc Economics
- MA Economics
Entrance examinations
College options
- Delhi School of Economics
- St. Stephen's
- SRCC
- Ashoka University
- ISI Kolkata
Career opportunities
- RBI, NITI Aayog, ministries
- Banks & financial firms
- Think tanks
- International orgs (World Bank)
Alternative careers
Data ScientistInvestment BankerPublic Policy Professional
Step-by-step roadmap
- 1Maths + Economics in Class 11
- 2CUET prep
- 3BA Economics at top college
- 4Research internships
- 5MA Economics
- 6Policy/finance/research role