

CU Kerala Admissions 2025: Last Date, Eligibility, Fee, Eligibility & Selection
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Central University of Kerala Admission Process 2025
Candidates must follow the admission process to get into Central University's courses. CUK admission process includes multiple steps such as CUET, CUK Application Process, CUET Counselling, CUK Seat allotment, and CUK Fee Payment. Find below the step-wise admission process:
STEP 1: CUET Application Process
This central university accepts CUET scores for admission to UG, PG, and certificate programmes. Central University of Kerala admission through CUET involves CUET registration, appearing for the exam, result declaration, CUK registration for counselling, and release of merit/allotment list.
STEP 2: Register on the CUK Admission Portal
Now, candidates need to register on the CUK Samarth portal (www.cuhimachalcuet.samarth.edu.in) and fill out the online application form. After filling out the form, upload the required documents and pay the fee.
STEP 3: CUK Merit List
The application form will be scrutinised and shortlisted for further admission process. CUK category-wise merit list based on the applicant's CUET score and choices filled in during registration. Candidates are therefore required to keep checking the CUK official website.
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STEP 4: Fee Payment & Document Verification
After the merit list release, shortlisted candidates may have to appear at the university to pay the fee and submit documents. Seats of the candidates who complete this within the given timeline shall be confirmed.
NOTE: The counselling procedure is explained as per the last year's admission process. Hence, is indicative.
Central University of Kerala Fees & Seats 2025
CUK fees for all UG & PG courses include components, such as tuition fees, hostel fees and one-time fee payments. Further, seats may vary as per the course type and number of specialisations available. Central University of Kerala fees can be paid either semester-wise or yearly as per the guidelines issued by the university. Candidates can check the following table for detailed fees and CUK seat intake for all the popular courses:
| Course Name | Total Tuition Fee | Seat Intake |
|---|---|---|
| BA | INR 13,300 | 63 |
| MSc | INR 23,400 lakh | 392 |
| MA | INR 18,800 | 450 |
| MBA | INR 1.8 lakh | 76 |
Note: The above-mentioned fee & seat intake details are sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and are subject to change.
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Commonly asked questions On Admissions
In order to get admission at Central University of Kerala, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria first as per respective courses. Students can check some of the course-wise eligibility and selection criteria at CU Kerala:
Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BA | Class 12 with 50% aggregate | CUET, CBSE 12, Kerala 12 |
| MSc | Graduation with 50%-55% aggregate | CUET-PG, CUET |
| MA | Graduation with 50%-55% aggregate | CUET-PG |
| MBA | Graduation with 50% aggregate | KMAT KERALA, CUET-PG + GD + PI |
| MSW | Graduation with 50% aggregate | CUET-PG |
CU Kerala MSc seats are cumulative of the seats available for various MSc specialisations at the university. In total, there are 392 MSc seats at the university. These seats are available to suitable candidates who qualify based on course-specific selection criteria. However, the mentioned seat intake is sourced from the sanctioned body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
The Central University of Kerala MA application process for the academic year 2025 is now available. The deadline to apply for admission via CUET-PG was February 8, 2025. The following are a few other key dates for MA admission at the Central University of Kerala:
- CUET-PG exam date: March 13, 2025, to April 1, 2025 (Tentative)
- CUET-PG result date: April-May 2025 (Tentative)
- Counselling: June 2025.
CU KeralaB.Sc. Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th
Central University of Kerala BA Admissions 2025
The university offers one BA course at the UG level which is BA in International Relations. Central University of Kerala offers full-time BA courses for three years (six semesters). However, the university also accepts CUET scores. The eligibility and selection procedure is mentioned below:
Eligibility: Class 12 with 50% aggregate
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CUET, CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th
Dates & Events
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
Apr '26 | CUET UG 2026 Intimation SlipTentative |
May '26 | CUET UG 2026 Admit CardTentative |
11 May '26 - 31 May '26 | CUET 2026 Exam |
Jul '26 | CUET UG 2026 ResultTentative |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
23 Feb '26 - 26 Feb '26 | CUET 2026 Application Process (Re-opened) |
3 Jan '26 - 4 Feb '26 | CUET 2026 Application Process |
21 Aug '25 | B.A. Commencement of classes |
Commonly asked questions On B.A. Admissions
BA in International Relations at Central University of Kerala is a three years course at the UG level. The course offers admission to 63 students. The total tuition fee for Central University of Kerala BA in International Relations is INR 13,350. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
BA in International Relation is a three-year (six semester) degree course. Candidates who have passed Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) can apply for Central University of Kerala BA programme. Admission to BA is based on merit in the last qualifying exam.
No, you cannot join Central University of Kerala without CUET-PG. Admission to CUK is primarily based on the scores of entrance exams such as CUET, CUET-PG, KMAT etc. The shortlisted candidates are called for document submission and counselling process. The eligibility criteria and admission process for each programme may vary.
The seats for many of the courses might get vacant because the candidates got upgraded to other courses or might leave the seat, which causes the conduction of one more round, which is called CUET PG Spot Round/ Spot Counselling/ Spot Round.
Central University of Kerala MSc Admissions 2025
The university offers one MSc course at the PG level. Central University of Kerala offers full-time MSc courses. However, the university also accepts CUET scores. The eligibility and selection procedure is mentioned below:
Eligibility: Graduation 50% to 55% aggregate
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
Dates & Events
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
3 Mar '26 - 10 Mar '26 | CUET PG Admit Card (March 6 to 10)Ongoing |
26 Feb '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation SlipOngoing |
6 Mar '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Exam DateOngoing |
Apr '26 | CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
Feb '26 | CUET PG 2026 Admit CardTentative |
14 Dec '25 - 23 Jan '26 | CUET PG 2026 Application Process |
14 Dec '25 | CUET PG Exam Notification |
Commonly asked questions On M.Sc. Admissions
The Central University of Kerala offers admission to various UG courses based on CUET UG scores followed by round-wise counselling. The university releases the merit lists for candidates who qualify for the cutoff. Anticipating on last year trends Central University of Kerala cutoff 2023, the Round 1 closing score for top 5 courses including B.A. in International Relations is 83.84, for Master of Education (M.Ed.) is 32, for Integrated B.Com. B.Ed. is 74 for the General category students belonging to All India Quota. Candidates aspiring for Central University of Kerala admission 2024 to UG courses, must have a valid score in CUET.
From the year 2021 onwards, CUET is conducted in computer-based mode. Till 2020, the exam was conducted in paper-pencil based (PBT) mode. The exam will continue to be conducted in the computer-based mode or online mode. As per the CUET exam pattern, the exam was conducted in two to three slots, depending on the number of applications received in a subject. There were three sections on Language, Domain Subject and General Test (optional). The number of questions and marks will vary from paper to paper.
CU KeralaB.Com Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th
Central University of Kerala MBA Admissions 2025
The university offers two MBA courses at the PG level which are MBA General and MBA Tourism and Travel Management. Central University of Kerala offers full-time MBA courses for two years. However, the university admits students based on CUET-PG scores. The eligibility and selection criteria is mentioned below:
Eligibility: Graduation with 50% aggregate
Selection Criteria: KMAT KERALA, CUET-PG + GD + PI
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: KMAT KERALA, CUET-PG
Dates & Events
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
3 Mar '26 - 10 Mar '26 | CUET PG Admit Card (March 6 to 10)Ongoing |
26 Feb '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation SlipOngoing |
6 Mar '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Exam DateOngoing |
Apr '26 | CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
Feb '26 | CUET PG 2026 Admit CardTentative |
22 Feb '26 | KMAT Kerala 2026 (Session 1) |
16 Feb '26 | KMAT Kerala Admit Card 2026 Release |
Commonly asked questions On MBA/PGDM Admissions
A total of 76 seats are intake for MBA at Central University of Kerala. For MBA (General) and MBA (Tourism and Travel management) is 36 each. For more details, students can check the table presented below:
| Courses | Seats |
|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 38 |
| MBA in Tourism and Travel Management | 38 |
Candidates are requested to upload scanned images of candidate's Photograph and Signature in the below specified format:
i. The recent photograph should be either in colour or black & white with 80% face (without mask) visible including ears against a white background.
ii. Scanned photograph and signature should be in JPG/JPEG format (clearly legible).
iii. The size of the scanned photograph should be between 10 kb to 200 kb (clearly legible).
iv. The size of the scanned signature should be between 4 kb to 30 kb (clearly legible)
[Note: The Candidate has to upload only his/her own photograph and signature as mentioned above (and not of anybody else) in a correct/proper manner.]
In case, it is found at any time in the future that the Candidate has used/uploaded the photograph and signature of someone else in his/her Application Form/Admit Card, or he/she has tampered his/her Admit Card/Result/Score Card, these acts of the candidate shall be treated as Unfair Means (UFM) Practices and he/she shall be subject to actions as contemplated under the provisions of the Information Bulletin relating to Unfair Means Practices.
Central University of Kerala CUET PG cutoff 2024 has been announced. The Round 1 cutoff for CUET PG ranged between 1 and 136, wherein, the most competitive course is M.A.in Kannada for the General AII India category students. The least competitive course is M.A. in Economics.
For the OBC category students, the cutoff scores ranged between 10 and 98, where, M.A. in Linguistics and Language Technology. Candidates seeking admission to PG courses can refer to the table below to check out the Central University of Kerala cutoff 2024 for CUET PG Round 1:
| Course | Round 1 Cutoff Range |
|---|---|
| MA | 1-136 |
| MSc | 5-37 |
| MSW | 10 |
| MBA | 3-5 |
| MCom | 10 |
| MPH | 33 |
| M.Ed | 35 |
CU KeralaM.A. Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
Dates & Events
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
3 Mar '26 - 10 Mar '26 | CUET PG Admit Card (March 6 to 10)Ongoing |
26 Feb '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation SlipOngoing |
6 Mar '26 - 27 Mar '26 | CUET PG 2026 Exam DateOngoing |
Apr '26 | CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
Feb '26 | CUET PG 2026 Admit CardTentative |
14 Dec '25 - 23 Jan '26 | CUET PG 2026 Application Process |
14 Dec '25 | CUET PG Exam Notification |
CU KeralaPG Diploma Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
CU KeralaMPH Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
CU KeralaMSW Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
CU KeralaM.Com Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
CU KeralaM.Ed Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
CU KeralaCertificate Admissions 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: CUET
CU KeralaM.Phil Admissions 2026
Central University of Kerala Admission 2025 FAQs 2024
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Updated on Mar 3, 2026
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