MG University Course Admissions 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Selection, Application Form

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.

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).

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.

The MG University B.Ed course fee is the overall amount covering various components, such as tuition fee, admission fee, library fee, security deposit, etc. The course fee is required to be paid at the time of admission to confirm the seat. The application fee for admission to MG University-affiliated colleges is INR 1,300 for B.Ed. for students belonging to the General AI category. For SC/ST categories, the application cost is INR 600, and the payment can be made via debit card/credit card/net banking. 

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:

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.

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. 

The last closing rank after round 4 for Mahatma Gandhi University cutoff for UG and PG admissions for the General category candidates is mentioned below: 

• B.A. in English was 1258
• B.A. in Economics was 1147
• B.Sc. in Physics was 1279
• B.Com in Tax Procedure and Practice was 1295.25
• M.A. in Malayalam was 983.32
• M.Sc. in Chemistry (Nano Science and Nano Technology) was 979.67

Note: The aforementioned cutoffs have been derived from previous year cutoffs. For more information regarding Mahatma Gandhi University cutoff, click here.

MG University fees includes multiple components, such as tuition fees, students affiliation fee, security deposit, and more. Some of these fee components are one-time chargeable, while some have to be annually/semesterly. The course total tuition fee ranges between INR 2,400 and INR 2.5 lakh. MGU BSc fee varies depending upon chosen specialisation and the affiliated college from which the course is going to be purused. 

Furthermore, the students are informed that the given fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala accepts national entrance exams such as MGU CAT, KEAM, CPGET, etc. Mahatma Gandhi University admission process is conducted via online registrations. Candidates must have to qualify the eligibility criteria set by the university for the desired course. 

The MG University application fee is INR 1,000 for students belonging to the General AI category. The fee can be paid online via a credit card/debit card/net banking. The application cost is INR 500 for the SC and ST categories. 

NOTE: The mentioned fee is as per past years’ data. Hence, is indicative.

MGU admissions 2024 are now closed. The students can apply for the desired UG and PG courses. Check below some important event dates:

• MGU UG application form was released on May 15 and the last date to apply was Jun 7. Additionally, the provisional merit list shall be published was Jun 12.
• The last date to apply for MBA and MGU-CAT was May 5, 2024. CAT-MGU was held between May 17 and May 18, 2024. Admission to most of the PG courses is based on MGU CAT conducted by the university.

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)

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.

The university offers MSc in nearly 21 specialisations. These courses are available on campus. Many MGU Kerala affiliated institutes also offer the PG programme. Tabulated below are some of the MSc specialisations:

The university offers three-year BA courses in several specialisations on-campus and through its affiliated colleges. Some of the BA specialisations available at MG University are mentioned below: