Kerala University is spread over an area of 359 acres and has cluster architecture, Ethernet, and compute nodes. Kerala University also has dedicated study centres for specialised fields such as Kerala Studies, Nano Technology, Women's Studies, Gandhian Studies, etc. The Kerala University's library has stocks of over 3.50 lakh books and subscribes to over 500 periodicals/ journals/ magazines. It also gives digital information services like UGC Infonet. The campus library is situated at the Kariavattom campus. It has a collection of over 7,000 books. All 43 departments of the university have their libraries. They are available on two major campuses, namely 34 at the Karivattom Campus and 6 at the Senate House Campus. The university also gives other facilities to the students.

Kerala University Campus Highlights

Kerala University is the top university in Kerala, based on both rankings and historical significance. It was the first university in the state and was named the University of Travancore, and was later renamed. The 359 acres of the campus area encompass hostels, sports complexes, computer labs, a cafeteria, a gym, medical facilities, wifi, shuttle service and more. More information on the infrastructure of Kerala University has been given in this article:

  Kerala University Campus Highlights
Area 359 acres
Location Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Amenities Classrooms, Library, Hostels, Computer Labs, 

Campus Building

Kerala University Academic and Residential Facilities

Kerala University comprises 16 faculties and 43 teaching and research departments spanning disciplines from science and arts to applied sciences, management, fine arts, law, and more. These departments offer a range of postgraduate, MPhil, PhD, and postdoctoral programs. It hosts several specialised centres covering diverse fields—some offer certificate, diploma, master’s, MPhil, or PhD programs.

The Campus Computing Facility (CCF) gives high-performance computing: a Linux cluster (10 nodes, Xeon CPUs) with preinstalled scientific software that supports computational chemistry, wind modelling, bioinformatics, etc. The Central Laboratory for Instrumentation and Facilitation (CLIF), formerly SIIC, is being upgraded through a ₹150 crore project. 

Labs

Kerala University Hostel and Residential Facilities

Kerala University gives hostels for its residential students. Six hostels are functioning under the University of Kerala at the Kariavattom campus and Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram. There are two men's (PG & Research) and two women's (Two PG & One Research) hostels at Kariavattom Campus and one women's hostel at Vazhuthacaud. The hostel gives admission to UG, PG, MPhil and Research students. 

In Kariavattom hostels, admission shall be restricted to students from University departments, and in Thycaud Women's hostel, admission shall be given to students of Government colleges from degree level to research levels.

Kerala University Library

The Kerala University library has stocks of over 3,50,000 books and subscribes to nearly 500 journals, periodicals and magazines. It also gives digital information services such as UGC Infonet. The Campus Library is situated at the Kariavattom campus. It has a modest collection of over 7000 books and subscribes to over 60 periodicals. All 43 teaching departments of the University have their own independent libraries. They are scattered on two major campuses- 34 at the Karivattom Campus, 6 at the Senate House Campus.

Library

Kerala University Sports Facilities

The University of Kerala gives excellent sports facilities that cater to both student recreation and professional-level competitions. The University Stadium (G.V. Raja Pavilion) in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram features an eight-lane synthetic athletic track, a football field, volleyball and basketball courts, and a fully equipped fitness centre, with amenities like floodlights, locker rooms, and first-aid. Developed on the land of Kerala University, Greenfield International Stadium has a seating capacity of about 50,000 people. The University also has the infrastructure for indoor games, such as squash, badminton, basketball, table tennis, an Olympic-size swimming pool, etc. It also has a well-equipped gymnasium for exercise. 

Places to visit in & around the Kerala University Campus

The Kerala University campuses and their surroundings offer a mix of cultural, natural, and historic attractions worth exploring. For cultural experience, Kanakakunnu Palace, Padmanbhaswamy Temple, etc, can be explored.

Infrastructure/Facilities

  • Library

    The Kerala University library has stocks over 3,50,000 books (growing at 5000 titles annually) and subscribes to nearly 500 journals/ periodicals/ magazines. It also offers digital information services such as UGC Infonet. Campus Library is situated at Kariavattom campus. It has a modest collection of over 7000 books and subscribes to over 60 periodicals. All the 43 teaching departments of the University have their own independent libraries. They are scattered on two major campuses- 34 at the Karivattom Campus, 6 at the Senate house Campus. Department of Library and Information Science in the Kerala University Library Building, Department of Music at the Govt. Women’s college campus, Vazhuthacaud and the Department of Education at Thycadu. University Study Centre, Alappuzha is functioning as a Reference Library for the Post Graduate Students, Research Scholars and Faculty members of the affiliated colleges of the University of Kerala in the District of Alappuzha and to the students of the Institute of Distance Education, UITs, B.Ed Centres, IMK extension center etc. University Study Centre, Kollam.

  • Hostel

    There are six hostels functioning under the University of Kerala at Kariavattom campus and at Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram. Two Mens (PG & Research) with the capacity of 187 students and Three Women (Two PG & One Research) with the capacity of 579 students, Hostels at Kariavattom Campus and one Women's hostel at Vazhuthacaud. The hostel provides admission to UG/PG/M.Phil/Research students.

    Boys HostelIn-Campus Hostel, Girls HostelIn-Campus Hostel
  • Sports Complex
    Available Facilities:
    Basketball Court|Cricket Ground|Football Ground|Hockey Ground|Shuttle Court
  • Labs
    Available Facilities:
    Computer Lab
  • Cafeteria
    Gym
    Hospital / Medical Facilities
    Wi-Fi Campus
    Shuttle Service
    Auditorium
Other Facilities:
Computer Center|Seminar Halls|Bank and ATM|Post Office|Guest House

Kerala University Infrastructure FAQs

Given below are the FAQs about Infrastructure of Kerala University:

Q:   Does Kerala University offer a hostel facility?
A:

Yes, the University of Kerala has separate hostels for both boys and girls. There are six hostels under the University of Kerala at Kariavattom campus and at Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram. Two boys (PG & Research) and three girls (Two PG & One Research) hostel at Kariavattom Campus and one girl hostel at Vazhuthacaud. Also, the university provides an International Youth Hostel to cater to the temporary residential needs of the students and faculty.

Q:   What are the sports facilities available at Kerala University?
A:

Kariavattom Campus of Kerala University has a playground where students play football, cricket and hockey. A Gymnasium and other facilities for participating in adventure sports are available in the Department of Physical Education which houses a stadium as well. The above facilities are open to all students without any reservation. A shuttle court, basketball court and facilities for indoor games are also available at the campus.

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Steena Shaji | General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)  - Batch of 2025
Offered by Government School of Nursing, Kollam
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
Totally value for money.

Infrastructure: Facilities for lab, classrooms, library, etc., are available, but there is limited space. There is no sports ground, and I didn't get any time to play games. Mess is available, and there is no canteen inside the campus. The quality of food is average. I'm not satisfied with it. Hostel and facilities are available, and that is good.

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Rabeeh | Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Batch of 2025
Offered by Bethany Navajeevan College of Phsiotherapy
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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2.4
Placements 1 Infrastructure 3 Faculty & Course Curriculum 3 Crowd & Campus Life 2 Value for Money 3
I had an average college experience, good academics, limited exposure, and no placement support.

Infrastructure: There is Wi-Fi, a lab, and classrooms are good. The projector and library have enough books, and the lab equipment is not that modern, which includes some old machines. The college hostel is good, but it's no longer the hostel I stayed in. The food is good, and we play games in the hostel, but the college ground is small, and no one plays that much on the ground.

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Bhavana M | B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Sree Narayana Institute of Technology, Adoor
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
The college gas good infrastructure and eco-friendly environment.

Infrastructure: Our department has a large seminar hall, well-maintained labs, smart classrooms, and tutorial rooms. The college provides separate hostels for women and men. Food for hostelers is arranged in the canteen. Medical room and sports facilities are available. The college provides a large ground for sports.

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Adithyan p | B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Sree Narayana Institute of Technology, Adoor
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
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4.2
Placements 5 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Good placements and infrastructure.

Infrastructure: College provides good infrastructure with a library, labs, smart classrooms, a ground for sports, and separate hostels for women and men are provided. Food for hostel students is available in the canteen. Average food acceptable for all students.

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Nandana menon | B.A. LL.B. - Batch of 2027
Offered by Kerala Law Academy Law College
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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3.2
Placements 1 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 4
Very good college that I would recommend, least expect the placement and campus life.

Infrastructure: We have an amazing college with a cute campus. A new infrastructure is about to come with immense technology, a cute atmosphere, cute dogs, and so many trees. We have a unique butterfly garden, and we have the most beautiful campus with chappi kada.

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Offered by Fatima Mata National College
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
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2.6
Placements 2 Infrastructure 2 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 2
I got disappointed with the college.

Infrastructure: College created a lot of cleavages between the students of one branch and another, usually by conducting various curricular and extracurricular events. This type of cleavage created unnecessary gang fights and other activities that spoiled the pace of the college.

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Offered by Sree Narayana Institute of Technology, Adoor
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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3.6
Placements 3 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 3
About electronics and computer engineering.

Infrastructure: In my opinion, our college has great infrastructure as compared to any other college near us. Laboratories and workshops are well-maintained. Hostel is really good. The food offered is satisfactory as per the amount paid. The most amazing feature is our eco-friendly campus.

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Lavanya L | B.Tech. in Electronics And Computer Engineering - Batch of 2029
Offered by Sree Narayana Institute of Technology, Adoor
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Absolutely satisfied because of faculty members and good placements.

Infrastructure: College has an eco-friendly environment. It has friendly campus with a large ground, separate hostels for women and men are provided, and food for hostel students is available in college canteen. This college provides 24 hours free Wi-Fi and well maintained lab.

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Offered by Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
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3.8
Placements 4 Infrastructure 3 Faculty & Course Curriculum 3 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 4
The college has good placement records and a vibrant campus life.

Infrastructure: I am a day scholar. The ECE department is well-regarded for its laboratory facilities, with a focus on both core electronics and emerging fields. The college is equipped with a cutting-edge computer network and internet facility. There is a Central Computing Facility (CCF). Classrooms are generally well-maintained, and some are smart classes equipped with projectors. The Central Library is well-stocked, with a collection of over 30,000 books. A Digital Library is also available. The food in the ...

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Sreehari S | B.Sc. in Chemistry - Batch of 2028
Offered by St. John's College
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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3.6
Placements 2 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
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Infrastructure: Our college has full Wi-Fi. Our department has three chemical laboratories, one is a research laboratory for Ph.D. scholars another one is for PG students and another for UG students. Our college has good classrooms equipped with smart TV, fan, projector, etc. The major attraction of our college is a big library. Our college library alone is a big building (2 floor) with 1+ million books. Our college doesn't have it's own hostel. Our college conduct sports events regularly.

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JIBIN THOMAS VARG ... | B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2029
Offered by Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 3 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Absolutely satisfied here.

Infrastructure: The college has good infrastructural conditions for studying mainly for mechanical students. It consists of modern equipment using labs and good lab faculty members. More importantly, it only has a limited place for play ground. It also doesn't have an auditorium but it has seminar halls.

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Riya JohnSon | Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Batch of 2023
Offered by Mar Theophilus Training College
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 3
College review by Riya Johnson.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available in this course were so good. Wi-Fi was not available but library was so good in this course. The quality of food was available in college canteen. Medical facility was present in this course. Sports and games were available.

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Harikrishna N | M.A. in History - Batch of 2023
Reviewed on 24 Sep 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
Overall, a good college for M.A. History.

Infrastructure: The campus area of our university is so big. The whole campus is properly maintained. All facility are available in this university. Swimming pool, gym, and other facilities available. A huge playground is located in our university where students can play. Canteen food is too good and hygienic. They provide different types of food.

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Dafiya J | M.Sc. in Chemistry - Batch of 2023
Offered by Fatima Mata National College
Reviewed on 23 Sep 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
College values various talents and helps them to shine.

Infrastructure: Organizations peculiarly pick students with excellence in various activities like sports and provide them with special training to create a successful career path for them. Any irrelevant or suspicious behavior is strictly not entertained on the college campus.

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Offered by Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College and Hospital
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
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2.2
Placements 3 Infrastructure 3 Faculty & Course Curriculum 3 Crowd & Campus Life 1 Value for Money 1
Review of Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College and Hospital.

Infrastructure: Classrooms are quite big. It's an old college established in 2002, so the classrooms are like those of a government college. A smart board is there for lectures, with no Wi-Fi facility available in class. The library is quite big, and all the skill labs and subject labs are properly maintained. The quality of the hostel is bad. There is no choice, you must take triple occupancy as there is not enough space, especially in the girls' hostel. There is no canteen in the hostel, and the mess of the c...

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