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MGU Kerala Admission Overview 2026

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Q:   What is the MGU CAT application fee?
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Mahatma Gandhi Univerity Common Admission Test (MGU CAT) application fee is announced category-wise. The application fee for general and open all-India quota candidates is INR 1,200 and INR 600 for the SC/ST candidates. Moreover, the fee for international candidates is UD 100. The fee payment shall be accepted in online mode via credit card, debit card, or net banking.

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Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted by MG University, Kerala?
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Yes, the university offers admission based on national and university-based entrance exams. There are some courses which are offered on the basis of merit scores. MGU admission to the UG courses is done on the basis of marks secured in the entrance examination conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations. MGU Kerala conducts a Common Admission Test (majorly known as MGU CAT) for admission to all PG courses. However, it also accepts several national-level entrance exams for MBA and PhD admissions.

In addition to this, MG University also offers distance learning courses through its Center For Online Education (COE). MG University admissions to all the programmes offered by the university and the affiliated colleges are conducted through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).

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Q:   What is the selection criteria for PhD programme at MG University?
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MG University admissions to PhD programme is based on a valid score in UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ GPAT/ SLET/ JSET/ University Entrance Test. Candidates also have to appear for Doctorate Interview for the final selection. Moreover, before applying for the course, aspirants ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility requirements. For more details about the MGU Kerala PhD admission procedure, Click Here.

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Q:   What are the steps in KEAM application process?
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The process of apply for KEAM 2026 is given below:

  • Registration
  • Filling KEAM application form
  • Uploading of images
  • Paying the application fee
  • Taking a printout of the application form
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MGU Kerala Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026

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Q:   Who is eligible for admission in MG University for MSc?
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The MGU MSc course aspirants with a valid BSc or equivalent degree with at least 50% aggregate are eligible to apply. However, it is necessary that the candidate did the degree course in the relevant stream. The eligibility criteria for some of the MSc specialisations is mentioned below for reference:

Specialisation

Eligibility Criteria

Computer Science 

BSc in Computer Science/ Computer Application/ BCA or any other BSc degree with Computer Science as the main subject with at least 50% aggregate

Physics

BSc in Physics with Mathematics as one of the subsidiaries with 50% aggregate

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Computer Applications/ Information Technology/ Cyber Forensic/ Electronics or any other degree in Science with Computer Science or Computer Applications as major components or BTech in Computer Science/ IT/ Electronics

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Q:   What is the entrance exam for MBA at MG University?
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MGU Kerala admit candidates to the MBA course based on merit in CMAT/CAT/KMAT KERALA/KMAT/MAT/XAT/Karnataka PGCET/MGU CAP. Candidates seeking admission with a valid score in either of the accepted exams can apply. Some of the affiliated colleges offering the Management course may accept other entrance exam scores as well. During the form filling and at the time of admission, candidates should carry the scorecard of the respective entrance exam.

Furthermore, candidates without any entrance score can take the MGU CAT exam. Admission is granted based on this university exam score as well.

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Q:   What is the admission process for MG University BA?
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Students getting admitted to the MG University BA course must have passed Class 12 with a minimum aggregate. The selection list will be announced by the university in an online mode. Admission to the BA course at MG University is based on a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). Eligible candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of MG University. 

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Q:   What all courses are offered at MG University?
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The University offers UG, PG and doctorate courses across its constituent schools and institutes. These courses are offered in the streams of Science, Arts, Management, and Law. Some of the popular courses offered by the university are BA, BBA LLB (Hons), MSc, MA, MTech, MTTM, MBA, MEd, MPES and LLM. Apart from the regular courses, the University also offers distance-learning courses through its School of Distance Learning. For the MG University courses eligibility, fee, and selection details, Click Here.

Q:   Is B.Ed admission started at MG University?
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An admission notification is released by the university usually in June. Moreover, the application process is carried out till the month of July of the admission year. MGU Kerala announces the admission schedule on its official website. For updates related to the admission process and important dates,  Click Here.

Q:   Is CUET compulsory for MG University?
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No, a CUET score is not required for admission to MG University courses. There is no information available regarding the same officially. Admission to the MGU Kerala courses is merit and entrance-based. The university also conducts an in-house entrance examination, which is the Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test (MGU CAT).  It is conducted for admissions to various PG programmes offered by the University such as MSc, MA, Master of Tourism and Travel Management, LLM and M.Ed. In addition, many national-level exam scores are also accepted for admission.

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B.Sc. Admissions 2026

353 courses 36 months - 4 years
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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Kerala 12th, TSBIE, UP 12th, MPBSE 12th, Maharashtra HSC, Karnataka 2nd PUC, Tamilnadu 12th, GSEB HSC
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NIRF Student Diversity Report

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MG University UG - 5 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
UG 5 years2024-25
Total students253
% Female students
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74%
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PG 2 years2024-25
Total students1378
% Female students
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66%
% Outside State Students
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4%
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MG University Application Process 2026

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Q:   What is the last date to apply for MG University BA registration?
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As per the MGU UG Brochure for admission through CAP, the complete admission schedule is available. The application form was released already.  Eligible students shall submit their applications on or before the prescribed deadline. To know more candidates can click here.

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MG University Scholarships

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Q:   What scholarships are offered at MG University?
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There are no direct scholarships available for students at Mahatma Gandhi University. Students at the Mahatma Gandhi University are eligible to apply for scholarships provided by national state, and local authorities as well as the UGC. Below is the list of scholarships that students can avail of:

  • Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students
  • Ishan Uday - Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region
  • PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
  • PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders (First and Second Rank Holders)
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Q:   How can MG University students be eligible for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students?
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The basic eligibility criteria that students must fulfil to avail Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students are given below:

  • The applicant must be above the 80th percentile of successful candidates in the relevant stream from the respective Board of Examination in Class 12 or equivalent.
  • The applicant must be pursuing regular degree courses and not correspondence or distance mode or pursuing Diploma courses.
  • The applicant must be pursuing courses at colleges/institutions recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education and the respective Regulatory Bodies concerned.
  • The applicant must not be availing the benefit of any other scholarship schemes including State-run scholarship schemes/ fee waivers & reimbursement schemes.
  • The gross parental/family income of the applicant should not exceed ?4,50,000 per annum.
  • For renewal of scholarship in each year of study, besides getting at least 50% marks in the Annual Examination, maintenance of adequate attendance of at least 75%, will also be the criteria.
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Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.2
Money Review IconValue for Money4.1
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Many companies like KPMG, Reliance, etc., visit our college for campus interviews.
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The college is overall okay, but not worth the fees.
Infrastructure: Girls’ hostel is outside the college, which is a drawback. For boys, it is inside the campus. Also, many students have suffered from food poisoning in the hostel. The hostel is very strict, and many students find it difficult to adjust. The food quality is below average.
Faculty: Faculty is average and sometimes not good. Teachers in the self-financing department are strict.
Other: It is a good college in Changanassery, but not the best in Kottayam. Programs and events conducted in the college are not very good. They do not meet expectations. Even though the college is considered good in Changanassery, it could still improve more. The college does not support many extracurricular activities like fashion shows. It is a suitable option for those who come only to study, but not for those who want both enjoyment and studies.
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Placements: In my college, around 7% of students from my course get placements. The lowest package is zero rupees if a scholarship is earned by the student. The highest is around 5 LPA. The top recruiting companies are some local companies.
Infrastructure: Facilities include good computer labs. As labs are one of the key places in engineering, and a well-organized library is also provided by the college. Strong Wi-Fi is provided. Since the college does not have enough range for some SIM cards, Wi-Fi is useful.
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Infrastructure: Infrastructure is great. College has campus-wide Wi-Fi. Classrooms are well equipped with smart boards. The library is one of the biggest, with a large collection of books from various genres. College has multiple hostels ranging from budget to comfortable options. High-budget hostels include mess facilities, while low-budget ones provide canteen facilities.
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MG University Kerala Admission 2026 FAQs

Q:   How many colleges are affiliated to MG University?
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There are nearly 300 colleges affiliated to MG University. These colleges are spread across five districts in central Kerala as per information available on the web. Some of the MGU affiliated colleges are named below:

  • BPC College Piravom
  • Cochin College, Cochin
  • B.V.M holycross college cherpunkal
  • Catholicate College Pathanamthitta
  • Bishop Kurialacherry College for Women
  • College of Applied Science (IHRD), Kattappana
  • College of Applied Science (IHRD), Thodupuzha
  • Chinmaya College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Tripunithura
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The application process for LLM course at School of Indian Legal Throught, Mahatma Gandhi University begins with the registration for the accepted entrance exam. Admission to the course will be made from the rank-list prepared on the basis of the marks obtained in the entrance test conducted by the

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For applying into LLM course at School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University, students need to apply for the course along with the accepted entrance exam. Thus, to appear for MGU CAT students will be required to fill an online application form and submit the same before the deadline. MG

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No, students can not get direct admissions into BBA LLB course at School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University. For enrollment, they need to complete all the stages according to the university's prescribed guidelines. It starts with registration into the course, and concluding on the fe

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No, School of Indian Legal Thought, Mahatma Gandhi University does not have an offline mode of application. The only mode to apply for students is online. Students are able to apply through the institute page as long as they complete the eligibility as set by the institute. Though the selection proc

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