Kerala University Admission 2024: Eligibility, Application Process & Dates

K Krishna Priya

Updated on - Mar 28, 2024

Kerala University admission 2024 is conducted for various undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, certificate, and post-doctoral fellowship courses. The last date to apply for PG programs offered by University Teaching Departments (Excluding MBA) is April 30, 2024. The university has also announced the exam dates of Kerala University PG Entrance Exam 2024. The KUPGEE/ Kerala University PG CSS exam is scheduled to be conduceted from May 18 to May 25, 2024.

The university accepts various entrance exams depending on the course candidates are applying for. Some of the Kerala University entrance exams include KEAM/NATA/CAT/KMAT/CMAT/UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE. Kerala University admission 2024 is offered through a university-based entrance exam for PG courses. Candidates who aspire to enrol for any program at Kerala University can apply online through its official website. 

Table of Contents

• Kerala University Important Dates
• Kerala University UG Admission
• Kerala University PG Admission
• Kerala University Application Process
• Kerala University Helpline

Kerala University Admission: Important Dates

Tabulated below are all the important dates and events related to Kerala University admission 2024.

Kerala University UG Admission 2024

Kerala University offers various UG-level programs for candidates who have finished their HSC degree from a recognised institute. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria of the respective courses to successfully complete the Kerala University admission process. Below is the list of UG courses, along with Kerala University eligibility and selection criteria for those courses.

Kerala University PG Admission 2024

Kerala University admission 2024 is provided for several courses and specialisations. To apply, a candidate must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university. More information on the PG courses offered by Kerala University is provided below.

Kerala University Doctoral Admission 2024

At the doctoral level, Kerala University offers PhD and M.Phil courses. Candidates who hold a master's degree in a relevant field can pursue doctoral courses at the university. Moreover, it is required for them to clear a PhD entrance exam conducted by the institute. However, candidates who possess valid scores of UGC NET/CSIR NET are exempted from appearing for the entrance exam.

The table below shows more details regarding Kerala University admission 2024 to doctoral courses.

Kerala University Integrated Courses Admission 2024

Kerala University admission 2024 is available for an integrated M.A. degree program. This program is offered in two specialisations. Candidates who have qualified for class 12th are eligible to apply for this course. More details on Kerala University integrated courses admission are given below:

• Specialisations: English Language and Literature, Political Science and International Relations.
• Eligibility Criteria: Class 12th from a recognised board.
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Based.

Kerala University PG Diploma Admission 2024

Candidates also get an option to pursue one-year PG Diploma courses at Kerala University. Some of the fields in which the institute offers PG Diploma courses are Philosophical Counselling, Biodiversity Conservation, Knowledge Management, etc. More details related to the fee structure and eligibility criteria are given below:

• Total Fee: INR 12,000 to INR 15,000. The fee changes for each PG diploma program.
• Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with at least 50 to 55% aggregate scores. 
• Selection Criteria: Based on merit.

Read More: Kerala University PG Diploma Admission

Kerala University Certificate Courses Admission 2024

Full-time and part-time certificate courses are available at Kerala University in an array of fields. Some of these include German, Russian, Arabic Typing, Communicative Arabic, etc. The duration of these programs is around 6 months. Candidates can also pursue A1, A2, B1, and B2 courses in German which have a duration of 2-4 months. Check more information related to Kerala University admission 2024 for certificate courses below:

• Total Fee: INR 3,000 to 6,000. The fee differs for every certificate course.
• Eligibility Criteria: Varies for each course. For a few courses, class 12th qualification is required. Some courses require a bachelor's degree for admission.
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Basis.

Kerala University Post Doctoral Fellowship Admission 2024

Post Doctoral Fellowship programs are offered by Kerala University in areas like Psychology, Education, History, Russian, and more. There are specific training programs available for PhD degree holders. Learn more about the Kerala University admission criteria below:

• Program Duration: 1-2 years.
• Eligibility Criteria: A PhD degree in the respective subject from an institute recognised by Kerala University.
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Basis.

Kerala University Application Process 2024

Kerala University application form for the academic year 2024 is available on the official website of the university. To complete the entire application procedure, applicants must pay the application fee of INR 750 for PG courses and INR 600 for UG courses. Applicants can check the Kerala University fee structure here before applying to the course of their choice. The age limit to apply for UG programs is 23 years for the general category and 25 years for reserved categories.

Steps to Apply for Kerala University Admission 2024

A detailed guideline for online submission of the Kerala University admission form is listed below:

• Step 1: Visit the Kerala University official website.
• Step 2: On the home page click on the Admission & Fee tab from the top menu and select the "Admission" option from the drop-down menu.
• Step 3: You'll be redirected to the online admission portal of the university. Select the course you wish to apply for.
• Step 4: Create a student account by registering yourself.
• Step 4: Log in to the student account using the login credentials.
• Step 5: Fill out the necessary information on your Kerala University application form.
• Step 6: Upload the scanned copy of your documents, passport-size photo and signature.
• Step 7: Make the payment required for the course. This will vary on the course applied for.
• Step 8: Once the payment is done, submit the application form.
• Step 9: Print out the application form and challan. It is recommended that applicants print the application form for future reference. This is required at the time of entry.

Documents Required for Application Process

The documents listed below should be submitted by the applicant during the Kerala University admission process:

• Copy of the Kerala University application form
• 10th and 12th class mark sheets 
• Class 10+2 certificate copy
• UG/PG mark sheet (if applicable)
• UG/PG certificate copy (if applicable)
• Passport size photographs
• Conduct certificate
• Migration certificate (if applicable)
• Transfer certificate
• BPL certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Income certificate (if applicable)
• ID proof
• Scanned signature
• Relevant scorecard of entrance exam.

Kerala University Selection Process 2024

Selection criteria for Kerala University admission 2024 varies for different programs. The admission also depends on the number of seats available for each program and the number of applications for the academic year. The selection process for different programs is given below:

• For MBA, the selection criteria for an applicant is based on their scores in the KMAT/ CAT/ CMAT examination, further accompanied by GD and PI rounds.
• For B.Tech, the criteria for selection is a valid score in the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) exam.
• Admission to the B.P.Ed course depends on the marks secured by applicants in the university-based written test. Further, the selection is based on performance in sports proficiency tests and physical fitness tests along with the candidate's sports achievements.
• UG admission at Kerala University is offered based on merit. Candidates must meet the required eligibility criteria and fulfil the minimum mark requirement.
• Kerala University admission 2024 to M.Com, M.A., MCA, M.Com, MPA, M.P.Ed, M.Sc, MSW, MTA, etc. is based on the PG CSS entrance exam and qualifying exam scores.
• Admission to the MJMC program is also granted according to the scores obtained on the PG CSS Entrance Exam. It tests students on their English proficiency, aptitude in Journalism, and knowledge of current affairs.
• For M.Tech, the selection criteria for an applicant are based on their performance in the GATE exam administered by the university as well as qualifying exam marks.
• Selection for doctoral-level programs like M.Phil and PhD depends on valid scores in UGC NET/CSIR NET or the university-based entrance exam.

Kerala University Entrance Exam 2024

To participate in the Kerala University course admission 2024, candidates must appear for the entrance exam accepted in respective courses. For B.Tech admission, KEAM scores are considered. M.Tech admissions are based on GATE scores, and NATA scores are considered for B.Arch admission. The applicant's performance in entrance tests like KMAT, CMAT, and CAT are considered for MBA admission. The table below shows the course-wise entrance exams accepted by Kerala University.

Candidates must note that the Kerala University PG CSS Entrance Exam is for 100 marks and includes MCQ-based questions. Moreover, it involves a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong response.

Kerala University Admission Helpline 2024

The contact details of the Kerala University admission department are provided in the table below.