Kerala University Thiruvananthapuram Answered Questions

School of Distance Education, University of Kerala is a good institution for B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Lib.I.Sc, B.Sc, B.A, M.Com, M.Lib.I.Sc, M.Sc, M.A, MBA/PGDM courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at School of Distance Education, University of Kerala are Mathematics, Computer Science, Hindi, Public Administration, English.

Yes, Kerala University offers admission to BSc Geology based on Class 12 score. The university considers the merit of the candidates in last qualifying exam for admission. Aspirants must pass Class 12 in relevant subject to apply for BSc admission. The requirement of subjects varies specialisation-wise. After meeting the selection requirements, candidates have to participate in Centralised Allotment Process to get a seat in the university. 

Yes, admission to the postgraduate-level course is based on a common entrance exam conducted by the university. It is conducted by CSSAC. Candidates seeking admission must take the test as re-examination is not carried out under any circumstances. Kerala University PG Entrance Exam response sheets are marked either digitally or by a examiners panel approved by the Hon'ble Vice Chancellor. The type of questions asked in the exams are multiple choice types. Additionally, negative marking is also applicable, and hence, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.

Kerala University application fee is different for UG and PG courses. There is relaxation in the application fee for SC/ ST candidates. Aspirants need to pay the application fee via any of the online payment modes. Below is the application fee for University of Kerala:CourseApplication FeeUGINR 600 (For General/ SEBC)INR 350 (For SC/ ST)PGINR 700 (For General/ SEBC)INR 400 (For SC/ ST)

Candidates shortlisted for Kerala University PG admission are required to bring below documents for verification:Printout of completed application formOriginal fee receipt/ transaction slip towards registration feeOriginal fee receipt/ transaction slip towards university admission feeAllotment Memo (the latest) in case of candidates who get admission through centralized allotment/ spot allotment

Candidates with a Bachelor's degree issued by a recognised university or authority in the subject chosen for MSc specialisation become eligible for Kerala University MSc admission. Additonally, the applicant must hold the relevant documents as proof for eligibility verification. Below are the details for Kerala University MSc eligibility:Graduates who have passed the qualifying examination in CBCS Pattern-2013 admission onwards (BSc in relevant subjects) with at least 5.5 CGPA out of 10 (2.2 CGPA out of 4 for graduates who have passed qualifying examination in CBCS Pattern-prior to 2013) can apply for Kerala University MSc.Graduates who have passed qualifying examination (BSc) in annual scheme/ other pattern with at least 55% aggregate can also apply.

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:Job PositionAverage PackagePhotographerINR 3,88,610Administrative OfficerINR 4,22,267Subject Matter ExpertINR 3,85,829Sales AssociateINR 2,59,518Author/WriterINR 4,39,812NOTE: 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 aspirants who meet the eligibility criteria, i.e. BSc or an equivalent degree from a recognised university can apply by filling out the application form. The application form can be filled out in online and offline mode. Top apply online, students can visit the university website. Eligible candidates can then sit for the PG entrance exam. The final selections are done based on the entrance exam scores.