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

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MGU Kerala Admission Overview 2025

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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 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:   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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MGU Kerala Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2025

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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:   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 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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MG University Admission Process 2025

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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:   How many seats are available for MA course on MG University campus and at the affiliated colleges?
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The seats available in MGU aided/government/self-financing affiliated colleges are categories as merit seats, community merit seats, and Management seats. Tabulated below is the total seat count at MGU campus and some affiliated colleges for MA course:

Institutes

Seats

MGU Kerala - Mahatma Gandhi University

154

Maharaja's College

177

St. Thomas College, Pala

130

NSS Hindu College

87

Union Christian College

60

NOTE: The seat count mentioned above is as per an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

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B.Sc. Admissions 2026

352 courses 36 months - 4 years
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₹ 2.4K - 2.5L

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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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Total students253
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74%
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Total students1378
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MG University Application Process 2025

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Q:   Which entrance exams are accepted by MG University Kerala?
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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. 

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MG University Scholarships

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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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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:   Which MSc courses are offered by MG University?
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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:

MG University MSc Specialisations

Psychology

Biotechnology

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Botany & Plant Science Technology

Statistics

Computer Science 

Data Science & Analytics

Physics

Biophysics

Microbiology

Biotechnology

Biochemistry

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There are so many top recruiting companies for biotechnology course like ABC consultants, Randstad India, etc.
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Earlier the placements cell used to function better and a lot of students used to get placed but now it is very much different.
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M.Com. in Finance - Batch of 2027
Offered by St. Albert's College
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
The college is wonderful with amazing teachers and supportive staff.
Placements: St. Albert's College has a lot of placement opportunities. The placement services provided by the college are wonderful. They help students gain a lot of knowledge. They also help them face all kinds of situations. Different types of questions in interviews.
Infrastructure: St. Albert's College has very good infrastructure facilities. It also has various infrastructures like computer labs, chemistry lab, library, auditorium, open-air auditorium, open-air gym, cafe, and college canteen. All the infrastructure facilities provided by the college are well maintained.
Faculty: Faculty members are very understanding. They help the students and do not judge them based on marks. They help solve problems step by step and give enough revision for students to secure good grades in the semester examinations.
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B.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by College of Applied Science (IHRD), Kaduthuruthy
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3Placements2Infrastructure4Faculty2Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Good placements, helpful teachers and improved facilities are available.
Placements: Around 80 percent of students from our course got placed. Based on my knowledge, the highest, the lowest, and the average package offered are around 8 LPA, 2 LPA, and 4–5 LPA. Around 70 percent of students from our college got internships through campus placements. Some of the top companies that recruited students are TCS, Wipro, Accenture, etc. The top roles offered based on our course are software developer, web developer, data analyst, mobile app developer, cybersecurity analyst, etc.
Infrastructure: Earlier, our computer labs are in poor condition, and many systems had software or hardware issues. But now, our college has received funds from the MLA, and the labs have been fully repaired and are in good working condition. We also have free Wi-Fi available on campus. The classrooms and library are well-maintained and in good condition. Currently, there are no hostels, canteens, or medical facilities. However, our college provides good opportunities for sports and games such as football, badminton, cricket, chess, ludo, and carrom.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful and well-qualified. They explain topics clearly and are always ready to help. One sir even explained the same topic 6 or 7 times, which I find funny but helpful. The teaching quality is good, and they make sure everyone understands, though the theory part is a bit heavy. The B.Sc. curriculum is relevant, covering programming, data structures, OS, and more, giving a strong base in Computer Science. To be industry-ready, students need extra practice and projects. Semester exams are not too hard if you study regularly, and the pass percentage is around 75–80 percent.
Other: I chose this course because I'm really interested in computers and wanted to learn programming. I'm also curious about how things work inside a computer. The best things about my course are the helpful teachers and the practical lab sessions. But I wish the syllabus had more practical sessions instead of too much theory. Our college does have some events and fests, but not as many as other colleges, and the campus isn't very crowded.
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B.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by College of Applied Science (IHRD), Kaduthuruthy
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Great college if your only goal is studying. Campus life is below average.
Placements: Usually, around 70-80 per cent of students get campus placement after completing their course. As freshers, they get an average of 2.5-3.0 LPA, some even obtain more than 6 LPA. Major players in the market like Wipro, Ion, TCS and many startups hire from our college. 95 per cent of students go for an internship while they are pursuing the course. The college provides support for suitable internships to students like Wipro and TCS. After graduation, we have an opportunity to become a system analyst, full-stack developer, software engineer and many more related positions in the IT field.
Infrastructure: All our classrooms have a projector and screens. Students can also avail themselves of the free Wi-Fi offered by our institution. College also provides us with a vast collection of literature and subject-oriented books that suit all types of students. Our lab consists of around 20 systems, filled with resources and tools for studying. Currently, the college does not provide any hostel facility, students who are not day scholars should arrange their own stay. There is also no mess or canteen facility, but a small store operated by students. We also have a cricket, football and badminton play area.
Faculty: The best thing about our college is our faculty. They are very knowledgeable, kind and well-versed with their subjects. 5 stars for overall teaching quality. The course curriculum is prepared by MG University, and I believe it does make the students industry-ready. If you follow the curriculum provided by the university and follow instructions from the faculty, you can easily pass and obtain a very high GPA in semester exams. Overall, our college has around 90 per cent pass percentage.
Other: I personally chose this because of my passion towards software and technology. The best is that it satisfied all my expectations regarding my course. Honesty, I feel, more course-oriented subjects and more practical ones might make the already good course even better. Our college also conducts and participates in various fests and activities conducted by IHRD, NSS and MG University. Our college also provides financial support through scholarships and various other aid to students.
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B.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by College of Applied Science (IHRD), Kaduthuruthy
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2Placements2Infrastructure3Faculty1Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
Low crowd and events, but good faculty and peaceful atmosphere.
Placements: My experience here has been heavily focused on academics. When it comes to the practical aspects of career placement and internships, the support from the institution is very limited. There aren't very active placement options here, many students use their own connections, apply for off-campus drives or pursue higher education.
Infrastructure: The classrooms are decent. The computer lab is also decent and has an internet connection. There is a college library, but it is not heavily used by the students. There are no hostel facilities since most of the students live within a commutable distance. There is no mess or canteen facility available. There is a college ground, but it is in poor condition.
Faculty: The teaching quality is very decent. Most of the faculty are very knowledgeable and helpful. I am doubtful about whether the course curriculum by itself will make us industry-ready. The semester exams are fairly hard, and the pass percentage is around 30 to 35 per cent.
Other: I chose this course because I knew I wanted to be in that field. I wish there were more practical papers in this course. The college is active in extracurricular activities such as NSS.
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Absolutely good for studying because they give more importance to it and our college.
Placements: I think last year upto 40 upto students got placed from our course. St. Thomas College is great for students who are looking for placement right after their education. The highest salary is Rs 25,000, and the lowest I think Rs 15,000. Top recruiting companies are Cognizant, Manapuram Finance Limited, Wipro, Atees, etc. All of the students do their internships in our own college. Top role offered as web developer.
Infrastructure: Our college provides us with the most super lab in the whole college. Classrooms are also well-equipped. They provide a common library also. Hostel is good, food also but there is some problem with the girls hostel toilets, except that everything is okay.
Faculty: All teachers are well-educated and friendly. They are always ready to help us. Their teaching quality is so good. I don't know about curriculum relevance. But of course our course makes the students industry-ready. Semester exams are not that bad some of the subjects are tough.
Other: I chose this course because it has high job opportunities. College often holds events, fests, and extracurricular activities.
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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by Indira Gandhi College of Arts & Science - Kerala
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4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
A college that is surrounded by nature.
Placements: There are many students who got placed during the campus interview. Not everyone from a batch is placed during the interview. There are many companies that place students during the campus interview. There are many types of internship programs and projects.
Infrastructure: The facilities in this college are very nice, the labs have many systems, and the lab is very neat and clean. They often clean the lab and its surroundings. There is only a single library in this college, but it has many types of books and novels. But most of the books are to be referred to for the syllabus studies. The library is one of the best recommended places to study and has a nice and calm atmosphere. The hostel is not very nice because the food there is not very good. There are times when students complain about hostel food.
Faculty: Teachers here are friendly, and we can consult with them to guide us. Teachers teach almost everything in the syllabus, very nicely and neatly. So every student can understand it and learn more efficiently. Not every student passes during the exams, about 65 to 70 per cent of students will pass after the exam. Semester exams are a bit difficult, and some are easy because MG University is the one that prepares the exam questions.
Other: I chose this course because it has an add-on course (Cloud Computing and Cybersecurity). The college has its surroundings with trees and is full of greenery. It is very nature-friendly and has a good claiming atmosphere. This college should improve the hostel food and its rooms. The college hostel is not recommended. The event and other extracurricular activities are very interesting and super. There are many scholarships for students, and there is also the E-Gant system for low caste students.
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MG University Kerala Admission 2025 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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Mahatma Gandhi University releases its application form generally in the month of May. Hence, the BCom application form can be expected to be out in the second week of May as per the past years' schedule. The university will release the official notification for the admission schedule on its officia

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When was admission closed at MG University for BSc courses?

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MG University released its application forms on May 15. As per the official website, the MGU CAP (Hons) admissions closed on Aug 31. MG University BSc 2025 applications are expected to be released in the month of May of the admission year. The important dates notification is published on the univers

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What is the selection criteria at MG University BSc course?

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Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala offers admission to its BSc programmes on a merit-basis. Hence, the aspirants scores in the last qualifying examination, i.e., Class 12 are taken into consideration. Candidates also have to submit their pass certificates at the university for verification purposes.

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What is the MG University selection criteria for BCom course?

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MGU Kerala admit candidates to the BCom and BCom (H) programme on a merit-basis. Hence, the applicants are selected based on their performance in the last qualifying examination, i.e., Class 12 or equivalent examination. The students are not required to appear for an entrance examination as such. Ca

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How can I apply for MG University BCom course?

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If you meet the course-specific eligibility requirements, then you can fill out the admission form to apply. The admission procedure is carried out through a centralised allotment process (CAP). To apply in offline mode, the application can be collected from the admission office. Moreover, the steps

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