Kannur University

Kannur University and Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) are both universities that offer MBA programs. Kannur University is located in Kannur, Kerala. IGNTU is located in Amarkantak. 

Kannur University 

Campus: Some say the campus is surrounded by a green and clean environment

Ranking: One of the top MBA/PGDM colleges in Kannur in 2023

Other MBA colleges in Kannur: Institute of Technology Mayyil, Chinmaya Institute of Technology, College of Engineering Thalassery

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University 

Infrastructure: A government institute with good infrastructure

Placements: The median package offered to MBA students in 2023 was INR 86,000 LPA

Ranking: Ranked #34 in the University Category by NIRF

Other MBA programs: MBA Tourism and Travel Management, MBA Event Management and Public Relation

IGNTU offers a two-year MBA programme for INR 10,500. 

 Applicants can apply online. They are shortlisted based on a CUET exam conducted by NTA. Candidates seeking admission to MBA programs are also granted admission based on CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT Score. 

Kannur University accepts the following entrance exam scores for admission to MBA: KMAT, CMAT, CAT. 

Admission to the MBA programme is also based on: Group discussion, Interview. 

Kannur University conducts its own entrance exam for all PG level courses except MBA. 

The various MBA specializations at Kannur University are: 

HRM, IB, System Management, Finance, Marketing Management, IT, General fields. 

To be eligible for Kannur University PG admission, you must have: 

An honors degree from this university with aggregate 55% marks or equivalent grade

For SEBC and physically challenged candidates, the aggregate mark required is 50%

For SC and ST, a minimum pass in the degree examination is sufficient

Kannur University's cutoff marks for 2023 are: 

PG admission: 55% aggregate marks for Tech/MBA/4 year BA/BSc (with mathematics course at Plus two level). For SEBC and physically challenged candidates, the aggregate mark required is 50%. For SC and ST, a minimum pass in the degree examination is sufficient.

MA English: 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.

Any degree: 50% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.

The Department Council works out the details for admission to PG programs. The details are then communicated to the University and incorporated into the prospectus. 

The formula for calculating the initial index score is: 

Initial Index Score: = (Total C.G.P) + (C.G.P of Core) / (78 + 54)

To get into Kannur University for a B.Tech program, you need to have passed the Higher Secondary Examination in Kerala or an equivalent examination. You also need to have a minimum aggregate of 45% in 10+2. You can also consider taking the KEAM exam. 

The eligibility criteria for the scholarship for deserving and meritorious students from financially weaker sections is a minimum of 60% in class 12. 

Some B.Tech specializations at Kannur University include: 

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Information Technology

You can apply for admission at the official admission portal of Kannur University. 

Kannur University has a strong placement record. In 2022-2023, students received over 195 job offers from top companies. 

 The overall placement percentage increased from 26.24% in 2021 to 29.86% in 2022. The median package for the PG batch was INR 2.50 LPA and INR 1.80 LPA for the UG batch. 

Kannur University has tie-ups with many top organizations, including Dell, Axis Bank, and BSNL. Students are eligible for placements from the 3rd semester. 

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) has a placement cell that helps with the placement drive. One review says that IGNTU provides excellent placement with nearly 100% students getting job offers. For more information you can also visit to the official website of these universities.