Department of Economics
The Department of Economics at Allahabad Degree College is committed to providing high-quality education rooted in intellectual tradition and academic excellence. The department aims to equip students with a deep understanding of economic principles, theories, and their practical applications, while fostering multidisciplinary skills essential for addressing complex environmental and socio-economic challenges. The department offers comprehensive academic programmes, including Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Master of Arts (M.A.), and Doctor of Philosophy (D.Phil.) in Economics. These programmes are supported by a well-resourced academic environment and an enriched library, offering students ample opportunities for research, exploration, and learning.
Our department is proud to be home to distinguished scholars and experienced academicians. Currently, it comprises one professor and three assistant professors, all of whom bring diverse specializations and rich academic experience. Faculty members are actively engaged in research and academic discourse, regularly participating in national and international seminars. Notably, in the past year, Dr. Ishita Singh presented her research paper at an international conference held at Loughborough University, London, UK, Beyond academics, the department places strong emphasis on the holistic development of students. A range of extracurricular activities — including discussions on the Union Budget, essay writing competitions, debates, and special sessions on the contributions of eminent economists such as former Prime Minister Prof. Manmohan Singh—are regularly organized to stimulate critical thinking and civic awareness. To further support student success, the department conducts remedial classes for academically weaker students and offers career counselling to help them build confidence, enhance their personality, and pursue future opportunities with clarity and purpose.
Faculty Profile

Prof. (Dr.) Nandita
Designation: Professor and Convenor
Department: Economics
Qualification: M.A., Ph.d.
Email: nanditaarvind@gmail.com
Research/Teaching Interest: Macro Economics, Demography, Statistics, International Trade.

Dr. Manish Kumar Goswami
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Economics
Qualifications: D. Phil.
Email: goswami1100@outlook.com
Research/Teaching Interest : Mathematical Economics, Statistics, Econometrics, India's Economic Policy, Growth and Development & Political Economy

Dr. Prabhat Ranjan Singh
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Economics
Qualification: Doctorate
Email: prabhat030187@gmail.com
Research/Teaching Interest: Industrial Economics ( Employment Opportunities in Agro-based Industries: A Case Study of Bihar )

Dr. Ishita Singh
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Economics
Qualification: Ph.D
Email: ishita.adc@gmail.com
Research/Teaching Interest: Environmental Economics, Public Finance, Monetary Economics
