M.A. in Politics, International Relations, and Diplomacy 

at Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram

Master of Arts (MA) graduates can make a career in various different fields depending upon the specialisation chosen. Find below some of the job profiles along with the average package offered in the table below:

NOTE: The given average package is from multiple sources and is an estimated number. Read more about Career after the MA course.

The University of Kerala is known as one of the top state-run universities of the country. It is ranked at 47 among the top Indian university and 24 under the university category as per the NIRF 2023 rankings. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved all the courses offered by KU. Moreover, it is also re-accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ grade. MA distance courses offered by the university are also recognised by the Distance Education Bureau (DEB). Hence, the Kerala University MA degree is valid across the globe.

The Kerala University has recorded a 46% placement rate for the 2023 passing out PG (2-year) batch. From 2021 to 2023, a fluctuating trend was observed in the placement rate. The same is presented below:

MA admission application window is closed for academic year 2024-25 at Kerala University. Registration process for the 2026-28 batch is likely to open in July 2026. 

Yes, candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination of state or an Examination accepted by the University as equivalent thereto can apply for UG courses at University of Kerala. The subject requirement varies course-wise. For admission to some of the UG programmes, aspirants may also need to pass an entrance test,  

Yes, it is quite easy to get admission in Institute of Management in Kerala, University of Kerala.  You just need to clear the KMAT Entrance Exam with a good score which is easier than the CAT Exam. Being a Government Institute it requires a KMAT score to allow admission. To get more information, you can visit the Shiksha website.

Kerala University has been providing successful placements over the years. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Kerala University Placement 2024:

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

Kerala University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Kerala University placements 2024:

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025