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Kerala University which is also known as the University of Kerala was established in the year 1937. Its former name was the University of Travancore which was later changed to the University of Kerala. It is one of the first 16 universities in India. The University was established by the Maharajah of Travancore Sri Chithira Thirual Balarama Varma who became the first chancellor of the University. Kerala University PG Admission is offered for a variety of courses under all the schools and affiliated colleges. Here are some highlights on University of Kerala.
| Highlights of Kerala University | |
| Year of Establishment | 1937 |
| Approvals | UGC |
| Accreditation | NAAC - A, NIRF |
| Kerala University Address | Senate House Campus, Palayam Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India - 34 |
| Kerala University Infrastructure | Library, Hostels, Research Centres, Observatory, Wifi campus, Transport |
| Kerala University Admission | University of Kerala Admission |
| Research Centre | 137 |
| Kerala University Fees Details | Kerala University Fees |
| Affiliated Colleges | 150+ |
| Exams Accepted | KMAT Kerala |
| No. of Schools | 11 |
| No. of Centres | 26 |
| No of. Departments | 41 |
| No. of. Faculty | 16 |
| Study Centres | 47 |
| Other Institutions | 16 |
| Contact Details | 0471 230 5994 |
| [email protected] | |
| Kerala University WebSite | https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/ |
The University has had faculties like poet K Ayyappa Panicker and Oriental Scholar T Ganapathi Sasthri who are legends known in every corner of the country. Kerala University student count of full-time students is above 2000 currently. Kerala University Distance Education offers a variety of courses in the programs of postgraduate and undergraduate for more than 7,000 students from all over the country. The infrastructure and surroundings of the university work as a perfect tool for the students to evolve and grow as they learn. In the NIRF 2018, the university was ranked in the 30th position.
When the University of Travancore was renamed as the University of Kerala, the number of Kerala University Affiliated Colleges increased phenomenally. The colleges affiliated to this university has increased from just 10 colleges at the very beginning to a massive 150 colleges.
Mentioned below are the name of the disciplines offered by the university. National College of Physical Education is also affiliated to this university. More than 84000 students belong to the affiliated colleges of this university.
| Disciplines | No. of Colleges |
|---|---|
| Arts and Science | 60 |
| MCA/ MBA | 9 |
| Law | 2 |
| Engineering | 17 |
| Education | 37 |
| Ayurveda | 4 |
| Medical | 4 |
| Siddha Medical | 1 |
| Homoeopathy | 2 |
| Dental | 3 |
| Nursing | 10 |
| Fine Arts | 2 |
| Pharmacy | 4 |
| Music | 1 |
Kerala University Faculty has included some legends in the past. There are 16 faculties functioning at present at the university. The names are mentioned below.
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Commerce
Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology
Faculty of Fine Arts
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Management Studies
Faculty of Oriental Studies
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Science
Other Faculties:
This university offers various courses under different schools. Below is the list of schools under Kerala University:
The university offers multiple disciplines for a number of courses. The courses and the specializations offered are mentioned below.
| Courses | Specialization |
| B.Tech | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering(full time & part time), Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Electronics and Instrumentation, Automobile Engineering, Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering(Full time & Part-time), Electrical and Electronics Engineering(Full Time & Part-Time), Electronics & Communication Engineering(Full time & Part-time), Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Information Technology |
| M.Tech | Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Network and Internet Engineering, Optoelectronics and Optical Communication, Power Control and Drives, Communication Systems, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Computer Science and Engineering(Ful Time & Part Time), Control Systems(Full time & Part Time), Machine Design, Microwave Engineering, Geoinformatics, Electrical Machines, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Hydraulics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Molecular Medicine, Power System Engineering, Signal Processing, Structural Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Telecommunication Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Embedded System, Information Security, Network Engineering, Power System and Control, Structural and Construction Management, Technology Management, Propulsion, Industrial Instrumentation and Control, Guidance and Navigational Control, Vehicle Design & Road Safety Engineering, Microwave and TV Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Signal Processing(Full Time & Part Time), Telecommunication Engineering, Power System and Control, Electrical Machines, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Inustrial Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Industrial Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Industrial Refgrigeration and Cyrogenic Engineering, Machine Design(Full Time & Part Time), Propulsion Engineering(Full Time & Part Time), Thermal Science(Full Time & Part Time) |
| BA | Arabic, Communicative Arabic, Economic, English and Communicative English, English Language and Literature, Hindi, History, Islamic History, Jyothisha, Malayalam, Malayalam and Mass Communication and Journalism, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sahitya, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tamil, Vedanta, Vyakarana, Journalism and Mass Communication, English language and English literature, Music |
| MA | Arabic, Archaeology Political Science, Business Economics, Dance(Kerala Nandam), Hindi, History, Islamic History and culture, Jyotisha, Malayalam, Music, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Public Administration, Russian Studies, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tamil, Human Resource Management, Economics, Green Language and Literature, Linguistics, Mass Communication and Journalism, Malayalam with Media Studies, Personal Management, West Asian Studies |
| MPA | Vocal, Violin, Veena, Mridangam, Dance |
| MVA, BPA | History of Arts, Painting, Dance, Violin, Vocal, Mridangam, Veena |
| B.Sc | Hotel Management and Catering Science, Mathematics, Botany and Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biochemistry, and Industrial Microbiology, Biotechnology, Botany, Botany and Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry, and Industrial Chemistry, Computer Science, ElectronicsEnvironmental Science, and water management, Geography, Geology, Home Science, Microbiology, Physics, Physics and Computer Application, Polymer Chemistry, Psychology, Statistics, Zoology |
| B.Sc {Hons} | Computer Science |
| M.Sc | Analytical Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Electronics, Counselling Psychology, Environmental Science, Family Resource Management, Food Nutrition, Geography, Geology, Home Science, Mathematics, Nutrition and Dietetics, Polymer Chemistry, Psychology, Statistics, Zoology, Medicinal Chemistry, Demography, Computer Science, Microbiology, Physics |
| BBA | |
| MBA | Financial Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Media Management, Systems Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, International Business, Travel and Tourism |
| MTA | |
| B.Ed | Arabic, Commerce, Math, English, Geography, Hindi, Home Science, Malayalam, Natural Science, Physical Science, Sanskrit, Social Science, Tamil, Special Education(Intellectual Disability) |
| B.P.Ed | |
| M.Ed | |
| M.P.Ed | |
| B.Com | Commerce and Hotel Management and Catering, with Computer Applications, Tax Procedure and Practice, Tourism and Travel Management |
| B.Com {Hons} | |
| M.Com | |
| M.Phil | |
| B.Voc | Software Development, Tourism and Hospitality Management |
| LLB | |
| BA+LLB | |
| B.Com+LLB | |
| BBA LLB | |
| LLM | |
| BSW | |
| MSW | |
| BCA | |
| MCA | |
| B.Arch | |
| B.Lib.I.Sc | |
| M.Lib | |
| PhD | |
| Diploma | Russian, Malayalam, English, Proficiency in German |
The University Campus is located in Trivandrum and it has two other campuses in Palayam and Kariavattom. The Kerala University Computer Centre is used for the e-governance initiatives of the university. Some of the Kerala University facilities are mentioned below:
Kerala University Library
Campus Library
Department Libraries
Study Centre Libraries
Sports Facilities
Observatory
Centers
The following are the research activities of Kerala University:
Every year, this university conducts thousands of examinations in various courses in two sessions. These exams are held in over 250 affiliated institutes. The university has a separate website that provides a single window for pre-examinations enrollment, Kerala university exam registration and getting the scores of the examinations. Kerala University student login page is also available on this portal. Kerala University Exam Time Table can also be checked online on the official website. Kerala university exam fee online payment can also be done on this portal.
Below mentioned are a few Kerala University exam notifications:
Kerala University provides financial assistance to needy students.
Student's Aid Fund Scholarship
Student's Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme [SGPAIS]
The registration fee of INR 550/- can be paid by the University Challan receipts/DD. The form fee must be paid only through online mode (e-payment). Kerala University Fee Structure for a few courses at this university teaching department are mentioned below:
| Stream | Fee Structure |
| MBA |
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| M.Com |
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| BBA+LLB |
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| BBA |
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The eligibility criteria for all the courses offered by Kerala University vary according to the program and the specializations offered. The criteria for admission are mentioned below.
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Courses |
Eligibility |
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BA/ B.Com/ BSW/ BMS/B.Ed/ B.Sc |
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BCA |
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BBA |
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B.Voc |
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BPE |
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B.Sc [Biology] |
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B.Sc [Geography] |
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B.Sc [Mathematics] |
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B.Sc [Statistics] |
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BPE |
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LLM |
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MA [Arabic] |
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M.Sc/MA/ MCA/ M.Phil |
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M.Sc [Programme in Demography and Biostatistics] |
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MBA |
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M.Ed |
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MCJ/ MLISc |
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M.Tech |
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For Kerala University admission, the candidates need to fill out an online registration form. The University won't be conducting any online centralized allotments hence the candidates need to apply directly to the college of their choice.
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Engineering Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 4 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 48,425 | |
| Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 4 year(s), Part Time | Rs. 48,425 | |
| Master of Technology [M.Tech] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 11,485 | |
| Master of Technology [M.Tech] 2 year(s), Part Time | Rs. 11,485 | |
| Ph.D 3 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Management Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Bachelor of Management Studies [BMS] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Master of Business Administration [MBA] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 14,440 | |
| Master of Tourism Management [MTM] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Commerce Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 3,000 | |
| Master of Commerce [M.Com] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 30,000 | |
| Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Ph.D 3 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Science Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 10,295 | |
| Master of Business Administration [MBA] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Science [M.Sc] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 564 | |
| Ph.D 3 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Humanities and Arts Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Advanced Diploma 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Bachelor of Arts [BA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 3,000 | |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [BFA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Bachelor of Library and Information Science [B.Lib.I.Sc] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Bachelor of Performing Arts [BPA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,900 | |
| Bachelor of Social Work [BSW] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Certificate Course 3 month(s), Full Time | ||
| Certificate Course 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Diploma in Humanity Arts 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Arts [MA] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 564 | |
| Master of Library and Information Science [M.Lib.I.Sc] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 540 | |
| Master of Performing Arts [MPA] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Social Work [MSW] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Visual Arts [MVA] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Ph.D 3 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Post Graduate Diploma 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Mass Media and Communications Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Arts [BA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 3,000 | |
| Master of Communication & Journalism [MCJ] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 3,000 | |
| Master of Journalism and Mass Communication [MJMC] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Medical Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 9,000 | |
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Hospitality Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management [BHM] 4 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 48,425 | |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 9,000 | |
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Architecture Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] 5 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 71,825 | |
| Master of Architecture [M.Arch] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Architecture Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Master of Planning [M.Plan] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Law Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [BA LLB] 5 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 71,825 | |
| Bachelor of Business Administration + Bachelor of Laws [BBA LLB] 5 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 71,825 | |
| Bachelor of Commerce + Bachelor of Laws [B.Com LLB] 5 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 71,825 | |
| Bachelor of Laws [LLB] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Law Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Master of Laws [LLM] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Computer Applications Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Computer Application [BCA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 37,500 | |
| Master of Computer Application [MCA] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Ph.D 3 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Education Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Education [B.Ed] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 50,000 | |
| Bachelor of Physical Education [B.P.Ed] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 36,000 | |
| Master of Education [M.Ed] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 80,000 | |
| Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] 1 year(s), Full Time | ||
| Master of Physical Education [M.P.Ed] 2 year(s), Full Time | ||
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Agriculture Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] 2 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 564 | |
Kerala University, [KU] Trivandrum Vocational Courses Courses and Fees Structure |
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| Course Name | Fees | Interested |
| Bachelor of Vocational Studies [B.Voc] 3 year(s), Full Time | Rs. 34,500 | |
Do Kerala University provide distance - learning programs?
Yes, Kerala University provides full-time and distance- learning programs.
Are there any entrance exams for Kerala University?
There are entrance exams for Kerala University like KEAM for B.Tech, KMAT for MBA and NATA for B.Arch.
Is Kerala University approved by UGC?
Yes, Kerala University is UGC approved and accredited by NAAC-A.
How many colleges are affiliated to Kerala University?
There are 150 colleges affiliated to Kerala University. There are 2 Law colleges, 17 Engineering Colleges, 9 MBA/MCA Colleges, 37 Teacher Training Colleges, 2 Homeopathy Colleges, 4 Medical Colleges, 4 Ayurveda colleges, 1 Siddha Medical College, 3 Dental Colleges, 10 Nursing Colleges, 4 Pharmacy Colleges, 2 Fine Arts Colleges, and 1 Music College. The University also has a National College of Physical Education affiliated to it.
What rank does Kerala University hold?
Kerala University is ranked 23rd in India by NIRF, 2020.
Kerala University facilities include separate hostel facilities for both boys and girls. The hostels of the university are packed with relevant facilities for the residents.
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Category |
No. of Hostels |
No. of Students according to Discipline
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Male |
2 |
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| Female |
4 |
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| Address : | University of Kerala, Senate House Campus, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram - 695034, Kerala, India |
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| Website : | https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/ |
Class starts from 8.00am to 4.00pm. The teachers were very good and supportive. The overall experience of college was awesome.
There is a union of students who are elected. There are also annual fests and inter-college fests. The college life was really good.
Class starts from 8.00am to 4.00pm. The teachers were very good and supportive. The overall experience of college was awesome.
There is a union of students who are elected. There are also annual fests and inter-college fests. The college life was really good.
9:30 - 4:30 is the class timing and Research-oriented learning process, Learning through practice and lab works Ample lecture assistance.
We have active students association. Celebrates almost all festivals Holds seminars and tech fests frequently.
9:30 - 4:30 is the class timing and Research-oriented learning process, Learning through practice and lab works Ample lecture assistance.
We have active students association. Celebrates almost all festivals Holds seminars and tech fests frequently.
Good education for Bcom. The streams include BCom with taxation laws and accounts, cooperation, finance etc. The course was beneficial for me for higher education.
Class timing is from 9.30 to 3.30. Teaching was good but not needed more quality and I m happy with my experience
ALl kind of political parties is active in the college. Science and art club is active. The university youth festival is a big campus festival in Kerala college life is really superb
Class timing is from 9.30 to 3.30. Teaching was good but not needed more quality and I m happy with my experience
ALl kind of political parties is active in the college. Science and art club is active. The university youth festival is a big campus festival in Kerala college life is really superb
Class timing is from 9.30 to 3.30. Teaching was good but not needed more quality and I m happy with my experience
ALl kind of political parties is active in the college. Science and art club is active. The university youth festival is a big campus festival in Kerala college life is really superb
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0471 230 5994 is the contact number of the university of Kerala.
Answer By: Getmyuni
03 May 2017
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Asked By: Anonymous 03 May 2017
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To get into the University of Kerala for MBA the candidate should answer KMAT that is Kerala management aptitude test.
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03 May 2017
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Asked By: Anonymous 03 May 2017
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PG ENTRANCE TEST 2017 TO BE HELD AT TRIVANDRUM AND ERNAKULAM CENTRES.
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03 May 2017
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Asked By: Anonymous 03 May 2017
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Kerala University has started private registration for B.A and B.Com.
Answer By: Getmyuni
03 May 2017
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