Calicut University

Candidates must pass 10+2 with 50% in Mathematics separately and 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) overall. A relaxation of 5% is provided for OBC/OEC candidates, while SC/ST candidates just have to pass.

Aspirants generally need at least 45–50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class 12. Specific cutoffs vary significantly; top-tier branches at NIT Calicut require much higher JEE ranks than state-level colleges. 

NIT Calicut consistently leads with high-package placements from global tech firms. Among state universities, CUSAT (Kochi) is highly regarded for its industry connections and specialised branches like Naval Architecture.

KTU is a specialised technical university with a modern curriculum. Calicut University offers a traditional campus experience but sometimes faces criticism for delayed exam results compared to KTU's more streamlined system.

Most engineering colleges in Kerala, including those under Calicut University, require KEAM scores. Premier institutes like NIT Calicut and IIT Palakkad admit students based on JEE Main scores.

While the Calicut University's Common Entrance Test is not mandatory for all the courses, it is still widely accepted by the university. Students seeking admission to most of the PG and Integrated programmes have to appear for this test. Those with valid scores in other accepted exams are exempted. 

Students have to submit some documents for verification durin Calicut University admissions & applications. The general list of documents is as below:

• Class 10 marksheet/ Certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and Certificate
• Graduation marksheet and Certificate - for PG courses
• Aadhaar Card/ Identity Proof
• Entrance Exam scorecard - if applicable
• Allotment/ Offer Letter
• Passport-size photograph
• Receipt of fee payment
• Caste Validity Certificate - if applicable
• Income Certificate of Family - if applicable 
• Nativity/ Community Certificate
• Original copy of TC and Migration Certificate
• Gap Affidavit if applicable

To register for Calicut University, students have to first check the eligibility. Eligible students can apply online. The process is as below:

• Go to the official site of the university and look for the 'Admission'/ 'Application' tab.
• Register as a new student and fill up basic details. Login to complete the application process.
• Pay the application fees through Bank Challan/ UPI/ Net Banking, etc. and get the receipt.

Calicut University eligibility has to be met to be eligible for University of Calicut admissions. Students can check the general eligibility requirements given below:

• University of Calicut UG eligibility - Class 12 from a recognised board with relevant subjects
• University of Calicut PG eligibility - Graduation in a relevant stream from a recognised university

No, Calicut University generally does not accept direct admissions for any of its courses. Students have to meet the basic eligibility. The admissions are generally based on academic merit or entrance test. Seats are offered through counselling process. However, students can contact the University of Calicut admission desk to  know about the Calicut University admission chances.