Can I get into CU Kerala with 85%?

Central University of Kerala admissions are held on the basis of entrance tests. The various entrance exams are prescribed as per the specific course choice. Students achieving 85% can certainly apply for admission at CU Kerala, however, they must note that they must still appear for the entrance exam. Accepted exams include CUET, CUET-PG, KMAT Kerala, etc.

Can I get admission to various courses at Central University of Kerala without appearing in CUET PG?

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.

What are the dates for CUET PG Results?

The National Testing Agency will tentatively release the CUET PG result 2027 in the last week of April 2027.

Is the CUET exam conducted in online mode?

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.

What is spot round in CUET PG Counselling process?

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.

How to apply for NSP scholarship Central University of Kerala?

Students can check the points mentioned below tp know the detailed application steps for NSP scholarship Central University of Kerala: Step One: Visit the official website of NSP as new user can click on New Registration, to select scheme details and other mandatory relevant details. Step two: After Registration, the applicant will get a unique application number and password as SMS in the registered mobile number Step Three: After getting the unique application number, the applicant can click on Login for the detailed application form.

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Central University of Kerala admissions are open. Find below other latest updates:

The KMAT Kerala 2026 Session 2 result has been declared for admission to the MBA course.
The CUET UG 2026 exam result for admission to several UG courses has been released.
The CUET PG results are declared for admission to various PG-level courses. The counselling is conducted separately by each participating institution.

CU Kerala Highlights 2026

Central University of Kerala is also known as CU Kerala was founded in 2009. It is a public university and is located in Kasargode, Kerala. CU Kerala courses are offered to students at the UG, PG and Doctorate levels. The institute offers courses in both Full Time and Part Time modes. CU Kerala offers a total of 48 courses in streams such as Accounting and Commerce, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science, Medicine and Health Sciences, Mass Communication and Media and Law. Some of the popular courses offered at the institute are B.Com, B.A., B.Sc., MPH and MBA/PGDM and the total seat intake for the available courses is 1339. These courses are offered to students across several specialisations such as International Relations, English, Zoology, Physics and Public Health. Further, the fee for all these courses ranges between INR 5,200 to 1,80,400 and the average median salary is around INR 5,53,074. Apart from this, the CU Kerala campus has a state-of-the-art infrastructure with all the advanced facilities.

Particulars	Statistics
Campus Location	Kasargode, Kerala
Courses Offered	UG, PG and Doctorate
No. of Seats	1339
Median Salary	INR 5,53,074
Fees Range	INR 5,200 to 1,80,400

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Q: Is CUET fee revised?

No, CUET application fee is similar as of previous year. The CUET registration fee is updated on release of the CUET notification. Earlier, CUET application fee was revised with the reduction on choice of subjects for CUET exam. NTA will commence CUET UG 2026 registrations at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can know the revised fee, exam pattern and important dates on CUET 2026 notification PDF.

Q: Is it worth pursuing MSc at Central University of Kerala?

According to central University of Kerala NIRF report 2024, the median package offered during Central University of Kerala PG 2-year placements 2023 stood at INR 3.26 LPA. Earlier, the University has not released the official placement data for the year 2023. However, the NIRF report 2023 is out on the official website. As per the report, 234 PG (2-year) students were placed during the 2022 drive. The median package offered to PG (2-year) students during the Central University of Kerala placements 2022 was INR 4.80 LPA.

Disclaimer: The data presented above is the overall placement statistics. Hence it is not course-specific.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for BBA at Central University of Kerala?

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. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages of admission. Admission to the university BA is based on merit in the last qualifying exam.

Q: What are the dates for CUET PG 2026 Counselling?

After the declaration of CUET PG 2026 exam results, CUET PG 2026 Counselling registrations has been started by the participating universities.

CU Kerala Popular Programmes 2025

The flagship programmes offered at the Central University of Kerala are BSc and MBA. The university offers these programmes to students at the UG and PG levels. Further, the university offers these programmes for a duration of 3 and 2 years, respectively, with a comprehensive curriculum. CUK Kerala courses strive to enhance the learning experience of students in order to prepare them for the industry. Candidates can check the popular programmes offered at CU Kerala in the table provided below:

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M.Sc.

14 Courses

4.4(28)2 years

Exams Accepted

CUET-PG

Total Tuition Fees

₹5.2 K - 37.32 K

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Median Salary

₹4.78 LPA

B.Ed

4 Courses

4.1(3)4 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.2 L

Placement Rating

4.0

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CU Kerala Admission Process 2025

CU Kerala admission 2025-26 is currently open for various courses. Interested students can open the college page to learn more and apply online. CU Kerala course admissions depends entrance test results. Students must first clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for the entrance test as laid for the programme. Accepted examinations include CUET, CUET-PG, KMAT Kerala, etc.

Also, candidates seeking admission to the BA programme at CUK Kerala must have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 50% from a recognised board. Detailed information regarding the CUK Kerala admission process is given below:

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M.Sc. Admissions 2027

14 Courses2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG

Important dates

Dates	Events
Dec '26-Jan '27	CUET PG 2027 Application ProcessTentative
Feb '27-Mar '27	CUET PG 2027 Admit CardTentative
1 Mar '27 - 25 Mar '27	CUET PG 2027 Exam Dates (Tentative)

B.Sc. Admissions 2027

2 Courses4 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th

Important dates

Dates	Events
Jan '27	CUET 2027 Application ProcessTentative
May '27	CUET UG 2027 Admit CardTentative
May '27-Jun '27	CUET UG 2027 ExamTentative

B.A. Admissions 2027

3 Courses3 years-4 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET, CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th

Important dates

Dates	Events
Jan '27	CUET 2027 Application ProcessTentative
May '27	CUET UG 2027 Admit CardTentative
May '27-Jun '27	CUET UG 2027 ExamTentative

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CU Kerala Cutoff 2025

CU Kerala cutoff 2025 has been released for several undergraduate and postgraduate courses through the CUET UG and CUET PG entrance exams. The university releases the merit lists for candidates who qualify for the cutoff. Further, the Central University of Kerala admissions 2025 are primarily entrance-based. Interested candidates are advised to frequently visit the official website to apply for the respective course.

Central University of Kerala Placements 2024

The University has not released the official placement data for the year 2024. However, the NIRF report 2024 is out on the official website. As per the report, 156 PG (2-year) students were placed during the 2023 drive. The median package offered to PG (2-year) students during the Central University of Kerala placements 2023 was INR 3.26 LPA. The key highlights of the Central University of Kerala placements 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students (PG-2 year)	818
Students placed (PG-2 year)	156
Median package (PG-2 year)	INR 3.26 LPA

NOTE: The above data is fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Central University of Kerala offers scholarships to UG and PG students. The list of scholarships is mentioned in the points below:

National Scholarships Portal- The National Scholarships Portal is a one-stop solution through which various services, starting from student application, application receipt, processing, sanction, and disbursal of various scholarships offered by Central/State schemes and UGC/AICTE, are enabled. National Scholarships Portal is taken as a Mission Mode Project under the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP)
E-Grants for Fisherman’s Children- Fisheries e-grants is web web-based solution for the timely disbursement of educational assistance to all the post-matric Fisherman’s children. It provides provisions for making online applications and processing and sanctioning of educational assistance.
Vidyasamunnathi Scholarship of Kerala State Welfare Corporation for Forward Communities Limited- The UG & PG students of economically backward, forward communities will get educational scholarships for their studies. Income limit, i.e., INR 2 Lakhs. Scholarship Amount, which is INR 10,000 per annum.

For details, students can check the Central University of Kerala scholarship here.

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CU Kerala FAQs

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Q: Can I get into Central University of Kerala MSc with 70% in class 12th?

ABSOLUTELY YES! HERE ARE THE VAROUS ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR RESPECTIVE COURSES:-

M.Sc. ZOOLOGY : B.Sc. in Zoology (studied in 10+2+3 system) with Botany and Chemistry/Biochemistry as subsidiary subjects or any subject under Life Sciences with Zoology as a Major/Core/ Equal Optional subject with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate and also in the concerned subject seperately, from a recognised University. Up to 5% relaxation in the minimum requirement of marks is granted to SC/ST candidates.The candidates should not have completed 25 years of age as on 01.07.2022.
M.Sc. BIOCHEMISTRY : B.Sc. with Chemistry/Biochemistry/any subject under Life Sciences with Chemistry/Biochemistry as a Major/Core/ Equal Optional subject (studied in 10+2+3 system) with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate and also in the concerned subject seperately, from a recognised University. Up to 5% relaxation in the minimum requirement of marks is granted to SC/ST candidates.The candidates should not have completed 25 years of age as on 01.07.2022.
M.Sc. CHEMISTRY : B.Sc. Degree with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate and also for Science subjects, with Chemistry as the main or one of the main subjects (studied in 10 + 2 +3 system). Up to 5 % relaxation in the minimum requirement of marks is granted to SC/ST candidates. The candidates should not have completed 25 years of age as on 01.07.2022.

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