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No, students cannot apply for engineering courses at Calicut University with 45% in Class 12. The percentage is not enough. To get admission in BTech, students must meet the eligibility. Students must pass Class 12 with 50% aggregate in Mathematics separately and 50 % marks in PCM put together (45% aggregate for reserved categories).

Yes, entrance exam is required for admission in Calicut University MBA. MBA admission is entrance-based. The final selection is based on entrance scores. The accepted entrance exams are CAT, CMAT, KMAT, etc., followed by Personal Interview.

To check the exact seat count students can visit University of Calicut seat availability table on the official admission portal and check the number of seats they have for each BA branch. Since competition for specific BA courses can be high, knowing the seat matrix helps students make informed choices.

Yes, University of Calicut strictly adheres to state and central governments' reservation policy and a certain percentage of seats in University of Calicut is reserved for the SC/ST/OBC community, Persons with Disabilities, and sportspersons. 

Yes, gaining practical experience is a core part of the learning. The Placement Cell leverages its industry network to offer internships that help BA students at University of Calicut apply their classroom knowledge in real-world settings. These internships provide a "head start," allowing students to build a professional resume even before graduation. 

Students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance in their Class 12 exams or during their university tenure can apply for merit-based awards at University of Calicut. High achievers should monitor the University of Calicut scholarship portal to apply for State and University Merit Scholarship Awards.

Check out the comparison of University of Calicut with private institutions on the basis of below pointers-

• Cost-Effectiveness: Tuition at Calicut's affiliated colleges is a fraction of private institution fees.

• Recognition: A Calicut degree is superior for government job applications and PSC exams in Kerala.

• Network: With over 395 affiliated colleges, it offers a massive alumni network and localised access.

• Stability: Unlike newer private players, Calicut provides a time-tested curriculum and standardised examination processes recognised globally for higher studies.

University of Calicut offers a number of BA specialisations in various disciplines such as:

• Humanities

• Language and Literature

• Journalism

• Fine Arts

This variety allows students to pursue the course in the way they want. The admissions are strictly merit-based and depend on your performance in class 12.

Following the NEP 2020 guidelines, the BA at University of Calicut is now a flexible 4-year course. Students can choose to exit after three years with a standard degree, but staying for the fourth year leads to a BA Honours or Honours with Research. This modern structure is quite different  as it allows students more freedom to accumulate credits over eight semesters.

University of Calicut BA programme basic eligibility is as follows-

• Eligibility: Open to all Class 12 streams (Science, Commerce, Humanities) with a 45-50% aggregate. Selection is strictly merit-based.

• NEP 2020 Structure: A flexible 4-year programme. You can exit after 3 years with a degree or complete the 4th year for BA Honours.

• Inclusivity: No upper age limit. Multiple specialisations in Literature, Journalism, Humanities, and Social Sciences.