Calicut University UG, PG, Certificate Courses 2025

Yes, University of Calicut worth the hype and considered as eminent university for UG, PG and PhD courses. The university accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC and approved by UGC. University of Calicut is affiliated with 34 post graduate Departments and 406 affiliated colleges. SDE Calicut University has been ranked 214 under the Asian University Ranking- Southern Asia by QS World Rankings 2026 and 101-150 under the University category by the NIRF 2025.

Admission to the BSc course at Calicut University is entrance-based. The minimum eligiblity required to apply for the course is Class 12 or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 45%-70% from a recognised university. However, as admissions are entrance-based, students are required to secure a valid score in the accepted entrance exams such to be eligible for the BSc course admission. In case a candidate does not score enough, or wants to consider other options for BSc admissions, they can always opt for other colleges offering online BSc course.

The University of Calicut highest package has not been disclosed yet. Once released it will be updated here. Meanwhile, students can refer to the median package given in the table below:

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2026

Calicut University participates in the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students, which is administered by the MHRD. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students in need to cover tuition, maintenance and other expenses. Eligibility includes enrolling in a full-time UG or PG course with a minimum of 55% marks in the previous examination. Applications are done online through the MHRD website and the university also has a scholarship cell to help students with the process and other scholarships.

Calicut University eligibility has to be met to be eligible for University of Calicut admissions. Students can check the general eligibility requirements given below:

• University of Calicut UG eligibility - Class 12 from a recognised board with relevant subjects
• University of Calicut PG eligibility - Graduation in a relevant stream from a recognised university

The modes of Calicut University courses admission are online and offline. Calicut University offers UG, PG Diploma and doctoral courses, under 35 different departments divided into nine schools, for different streams, such as Engineering, Science, Law, Commerce and Management, among others. In addition to the regular courses, the university also has a School for Distance Education, Calicut University offering UG and PG courses. Calicut University admission for the majority of its UG and PG courses will be conducted through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). CAP offers the facility for online submission of applications to various colleges and courses under Calicut University. Admission is open for most of the courses. NEET PG 2023 seat allotment result has already been declared. Check the NEET PG 2023 Counselling dates and result from the official website.

Yes, Calicut University offers BSc course at UG level. BSc is offered across multiple specialisations Applied Physics, Aquaculture, Artificial Intelligence, Biochemistry, etc. FInd below BSc course details:

BSc eligibility criteria: Class 12 passed

BSc selection criteria: Centralised Admission Process (CAP)

BSc Tuition fee: INR 3,100 - INR 3.2 lakh

BSc seats: 24284

Candidates must have UG degree with at least 50% is required to apply for MBA course. Applicants must also have 2-years of work experience. Students are to appear for entrance exams such as CMAT, CAT, KMAT, KMAT KERALA, etc.

Calicut University Kerala offers various undergradute courses in various streams such as Science, Commerce, Engineering, and others. Calicut University fee for the UG courses has been discussed below: 

Course Name	Tuition Fees
BTech	INR 34.6 K- 4.02 lakh
BSc	INR 3.15 K - 3.2 lakh
BA	INR 3.15 K -1.44 lakh
BCom	INR 3.15 K - 1.32 lakh
BCA	INR 3.15 K - 1.32 lakh
BBA	INR 3.15 K - 1.44 lakh

If we compare the tuition fees of Calicut University and Pondicherry University we will see that Pondicherry University has a course fee of INR 24,900 to INR 2.4 lakh. In contrast, Calicut University has a course fee of INR 75,000 to INR 7.5 lakh. Therefore, Pondicherry University is more affordable for MBA depending on the course or the affiliated college one chooses.

Both the universities are quite similar on other metrics comparing the two colleges, they both have a Shiksha Review rating of 4+ stars out of 5 and the student intake is also quite similar with both universities admitting close to 1500+ students for MBA.

Yes, admissions 2026 are open at Calicut University. Students can apply directly through the official website for UG and PG programmes. Students check the eligibility criteria set by the university. 

Calicut University admission for UG and PG courses will be conducted through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). The university accepts national entrance exams are CMAT, CAT, KMAT,  KMAT KERALA, and others. The university's admission process begins with an online application. Interested students must fill out the online application for the respective courses on the official website of Calicut University. 

No, its not hard to get admission at Calicut University. The university offers UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral courses, under 35 different departments divided into nine schools, for different streams, such as Engineering, Science, Law, Commerce, and Management, among others. Admission to various courses is based on merit and entrance exam scores. The accepted entrance exams are CMAT, CAT, KMAT, KMAT KERALA, and others. The university's admission process begins with an online application.  

No, Calicut University generally does not accept direct admissions for any of its courses. Students have to meet the basic eligibility. The admissions are generally based on academic merit or entrance test. Seats are offered through counselling process. However, students can contact the University of Calicut admission desk to  know about the Calicut University admission chances.