The Department of Economics, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awantipora started in 2017 with a vision to impart quality education to students so that they can successfully face the challenges amidst this rapidly changing economic environment, and offer data-driven solutions to issues facing our society. At present, the Department offers M.A and Ph.D. programmes in Economics and gears up for expansion both in terms of the number of programmes and infrastructural facilities. The students are admitted througha rigorous selection process involving a comprehensive written test to ensure the selection of the meritorious students. The course structure offers a fine balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, which is timely updated to incorporate technological changes and market requirements. The students are subjected to a meticulous evaluation system comprising of tests, assignments, presentations, and viva voice, among others, on regular basis. The Department has well qualified, passionate and dedicated faculty striving to enhance the capabilities and capacities of the students. It promises to flourish by supplying the society with well-equipped and capable youth loaded with theoretical, applied, and technical knowledge to serve industry, finance, trade, and business at local, regional, national, and international levels. The faculty envisions to set the quality standards both in teaching and research