MG University UG, PG, Certificate, Advanced Masters Courses 2025

Both MGU and Calicut University are popular universities in Kerala. In the NIRF 2023 rankings, MG University leads Calicut on 31st spot and the latter has secured 70th position.  Hence, ranking-wise MGU is a better option. However, the course fee is more economical at the Calicut University. MGU MA fees range between INR 1,900 and INR 1.8 Lacs and at Calicut University, the MA fee range from INR 950 to INR 82,500. Candidates can consider their prorities (location, fees, and more) and make a choice.

Further, it must be noted that the mentioned fee is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, the actual amount may vary.

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.

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.

The course-wise number of students placed over the past three years of MG University placements is presented below:

NOTE: The above details are gathered from the NIRF report 2025.

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:

The eligible students can fill out the application form to apply. The admission process is carried out through a centralised allotment process (CAP). Candidates are selected based on their score in the last qualifying exam. MGU BA application forms can be filled out via online or offline modes. To apply online, students need to visit the university's official website. The steps to apply are as follows:

Step 1: Visit the MGU CAP official website and click on “Account Creation”.

Step 2: Enter basic details to generate a login ID and password.

Step 3: After account creation, an 8-digit application number is provided that the student must retain.

Step 4: Fill out the application form.

Step 5: Payment of the application fee.

Step 6: Upload the digital copies of the important documents.

Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmation page.

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).

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. Candidates seeking admission can apply on the university official website.

As per the NIRF report 2025, the median salary for UG 5-year and PG 2-year couses in 2024 stood at INR 4 LPA and INR 5.5 LPA. Earlier, the median salary offered to UG 5-year students in 2023 was INR 3.6 LPA and for PG 2-year it was INR 6 LPA.  

Admission to this PG-level course is through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). For selection, candidates have to take the MGU CAT exam, which is conducted in-house. Based on the candidates' score in the entrance examination, a selection list is released by the university. Candidates who make it to the list become eligible for participation in the counselling round. The seats are allotted after document verification during counselling.

Moreover, its affiliated colleges accept other entrance exam scores as well. The accepted exam list include CPGET/MAT/CAT/CMAT/KMAT Kerala/Kerala University Admission.

The university offers many facilities to the students, faculty and staff. Details of MGU Kerala facilities are given below:

• Library: The University Library has a collection of 57,350 books, 2,500 e-books, 2,050 theses and 7,500 bound volumes of journals. In addition to this, the library subscribes to 253 current Indian (169) and Foreign (84) journals, 4 Online Databases and 4 Online Journal Archives.
• Hostel: The university provides accommodation for both boys and girls. Basic facilities like security, electricity, water supply, internet, etc. are provided in the hostels. Room reservation and allocation of hostel rooms to students are managed online.
• Sports: Students at Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam have access to a variety of sporting facilities. Fields and grounds for numerous indoor and outdoor sports are included. Basketball, tennis, volleyball, basketball, football, and hockey fields, among other sports.

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.

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. 

Admission to the PG-level programme is based on MGU CAT score. The entrance examination is conducted by the university for PG courses. After the entrance test, a merit list is published to declare the names of selected candidates

Both of these universities in Kerala are constantly compared with each other. Some of the statistics are presented for the universities below for a fair comparison:

From the data above, we can say that the MG University might be a better option for MBA. However, please note that the that the fee is taken from a unofficial sources.

Mahatma Gandhi University was established in 1983. The university is approved by UGC and has been given an A grade by NAAC. The University of Kerala was established in 1937. The university is re-accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade. Kerala University has a score of 55.50 and ranks 24 among the top Universities in India by NIRF 2023, whereas MG University has been ranked 31 among the top Universities in India with a score of 53.44. 

Mahatma Gandhi University accepts KMAT/CMAT/CAT/MAT for admitting students to the MBA course. The final selection is based on candidates' performance in the Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD & PI). Candidates with a minimum aggregate of 50% in graduation are eligible for MBA admission. The total tuition fees for the MBA course at MG University range between INR 35,000 and INR 7.10 lakh.

MG University cutoff 2023 for various BTech specialisations including CSE course is based on KEAM scores followed by round-wise counselling. The university offers admission through affiliated colleges. For the KEAM cutoff 2023, the counselling concluded after Round 3 Seat Allotment results were released. Tabulated below is the Round 1 and the Last Round closing rank for MG University cutoff 2023 for BTech CSE for General category All India candidates:

The faculty at MG University is very knowledgeable and hold PhD degrees. The MG University faculty is given 4.1 stars out of 5 stars by more than 1,000 Shiksha-verified users. As per the reviews, students have told that the faculty is supportive. They always motivate students to move forward in their life. Every student is given a mentor from the faculty who will always help them to improve in every aspect of their academics and co-curricular activities.

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.