Political science is the study of political values, institutions, processes, and policies. Political scientists seek to understand the underlying ways in which power, authority, rules, constitutions and laws affect our lives. The study of political science prepares one for life as an informed citizen, ready to participate in political activities within interest groups or political parties; related to community organisation and political advocacy; or even service as an elected or appointed official.

The most obvious career which Political Science students consider is in the government sector itself, where there are a variety of career options both at the Central and State government levels. At the Central level, the 'dream jobs' include lAS, IPS, IFS and allied civil services. The Union Public Service Commission, New Delhi holds the Civil Service Examinations each year for recruiting people for these top jobs. The state administrative jobs also include BDO, Tehsildar and many other important positions. For getting jobs at the state level, one has to qualify the Provincial Civil Services (PCS) examinations held by the State Public Service Commissions located at each state capital.

Career options are available in these sections for a Masters Degree holder in Political Science:

Law
Teaching
Research
Political Journalism
Civil Service
Administrative Services
Political advisors
International Relations

Job Profile:
A political scientist conducts surveys, analyses election results, interview relevant individuals and scrutinise available documentation. Some even attend legal proceedings and observe public events. Other tasks include:
Consulting work with governmental officials.
Identifying, researching, analysing and advocating public issues.
Preparing reports and documents.
Writing articles for publications in the newspapers, magazines and journals.
Advisors to the constitutional posts as the President, the Governor etc.