University of Kerala Thiruvananthapuram (KU THIRUVANANTHAPURAM) - Admission
State University
NAAC A, UGC
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
State University
NAAC A, UGC
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Kerala University Admission 2023 : Courses, Application Process
Updated On - February 25 2023 by Abhinandan Singh
Kerala University Admission 2023 is done on the basis of candidate merit in the national/state level entrance exam. Admission to BTech and BArch Programme is on the basis of KEAM score. Admission in all UG courses except BFA, BPA, and BPEd programmes is on the basis of merit. For admission in BFA, BPA, and BPEd courses, the university conducts its own entrance test. For all the Law programmes, candidates have to appear in the KLEE exam. For PG, MPhil, and Ph.D. course admission, the university conducts its own entrance test followed by an interview. Application forms for all the courses will be available in online mode. Candidates can get all the information related to Kerala University Admission 2023 from this article.
To secure admission in postgraduate courses at Kerala University, entrance exams are mandatory. The university accepts GATE, CMAT/KMAT/KU CAT, KLEE as entrance exams for admission into M.Tech, MBA, and LLM courses. For admission into Ph.D. courses, candidates need to qualify an entrance examination and personal interview conducted by the university.
Kerala University Admission 2023 Highlights
Candidates can check all the important highlights of admission at the University of Kerala from the following article:
| Approval | UGC |
| Type of Institute | State University |
| Accreditations | A grade by NAAC |
| Affiliated Colleges | 150+ |
| Research Centre | 137 |
| Programs Offered | UG, PG, and Doctorate |
| Official website | https://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/ |
Kerala University UG Admission 2023
Kerala University offers a wide range of UG level programs in B.Sc, BA, BCA, B.Com, B.Ed, B.P.Ed, BPA, BFA, LL.B & BMS courses in various streams. The eligibility criteria are that the candidates must have passed 10+2 exams in the related subject group. Candidates can check all the information related to UG course admission from the following table:
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc | Biochemistry | Candidate should have passed 10+2 in the relevant subject group from a recognized board | Admission is done on the basis of marks in 10+2 and the concerned subject followed by allotment rounds |
| Biochemistry and Industrial Microbiology | |||
| Botany | |||
| Botany and Biotechnology | |||
| Chemistry | |||
| Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Computer Science (HI) | |||
| Electronics | |||
| Psychology | |||
| Geography | |||
| Geology | |||
| Home Science | |||
| Hotel Management and Catering Science | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Microbiology | |||
| Physics | |||
| Physics and Computer Application | |||
| Polymer Chemistry | |||
| Zoology | |||
| Statistics | |||
| Biotechnology | |||
| Environmental Science & Environment and Water Management | |||
| BA (H) | English Language & Literature | The candidate should have passed 10+2 with 70% marks in aggregate (60% for SC and 55% for ST) from a recognized board | Admission is done based on marks in 10+2 and marks in English |
| BSW | - | The candidate should have passed 10+2 from a recognized board | Admission is done based on marks in 10+2 and the concerned subject followed by allotment rounds |
| BFA | - | Admission is done based on entrance test followed by an Aptitude Test | |
| BPA | Dance | ||
| Mridangam | |||
| Veena | |||
| Violin | |||
| Vocal | |||
| B.VOC | Software Management | Admission is done based on marks in 10+2 and the concerned subject followed by allotment rounds | |
| Tourism & Hospitality Management | |||
| BMS | - | The candidate should have passed 10+2 with 45% marks in aggregate from a recognized board. | |
| BBA | - | ||
| B.COM (Hons) | - | The candidate should have passed 10+2 in commerce stream from a recognized board. Non-Commerce group candidates must have secured at least 45% marks in aggregate | |
| B.COM | Commerce & Hotel Management and Catering | ||
| Commerce & Tax Procedure and Practice | |||
| Commerce & Tourism and Travel Management | |||
| Commerce with Computer Application | |||
| BCA | - | The candidate should have passed 10+2 from a recognized board with Mathematics as one of the main subjects. | |
| B.ED. | Commerce | Candidate must have Graduation Degree from a recognized university | |
| English | |||
| Geography | |||
| Hindi | |||
| Arabic | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Home Science | |||
| Malayalam | |||
| Natural Science | |||
| Physical Science | |||
| Sanskrit | |||
| Social Science | |||
| Tamil | |||
| B.P.Ed | - | Admission is done based on Entrance test followed by an Aptitude Test | |
| LL.B | - | Admission is done based on a merit list drawn by Commissioner for Entrance Examination (CEE) | |
| BA-LL.B | - | The candidate should have passed 10+2 with 45% marks in aggregate from a recognized board. | |
| BBA-LL.B | - | ||
| B.Com-LL.B | |||
| B.A. | Communicative Arabic | Candidate should have passed 10+2 in the relevant subject group from a recognized board | Admission is based on marks in 10+2 and the concerned subject followed by allotment rounds |
| Arabic Language & Literature | |||
| Philosophy | |||
| Economics | |||
| English and Communicative English | |||
| Tamil | |||
| Hindi Language & Literature | |||
| History | |||
| Islamic History | |||
| Journalism and Mass Communication and Video Production | |||
| Malayalam and Mass Communication | |||
| Malayalam: Language, Culture & Literature | |||
| Music | |||
| Political Science | |||
| Psychology | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Jyothisha) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Nyaya) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Sahithya) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Vedanta) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Vyakarana) | |||
| Sanskrit General | |||
| Sanskrit Special | |||
| Sociology |
Key Points:
- The university offers relaxation in the qualifying marks as mentioned here: SEBC: 2%, SC/ST: Pass, and PWD: 5%.
- University offers B.Ed. Degree Course in Govt./ Aided and Self-financing colleges.
- For BFA, BA (Music), BPA, and B.P.Ed courses, the candidates can apply directly to the concerned colleges.
Kerala University UG Courses Application Process: Aspirants can apply online by visiting the official website of Kerala University. Students have to pay Rs 350 for general (Rs 150 for SC/ST) as application fee either online or through challan in any branch of SBI. In the case of payment through challan, the candidates have to retain the university copy as it will be required at the time of final admission.
Kerala University B.Tech & B.Arch Admission 2023
Kerala University offers B.Tech and B.Arch course in the various disciplines at the UG level. Candidates need to qualify in KEAM to secure admission in these courses. Candidates can also apply based on NATA score for admission to B.Arch course. As a part of the selection process, KEAM qualified students have to attend the counseling session which will be organized by the Government of Kerala after the announcement of the result. Other details can be found below:
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.TECH. | Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering | Candidate must have passed 10+2 with minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology from a recognized board | Admission is based on KEAM score followed by counseling |
| Bio-Technology and Bio-Chemical Engineering | |||
| Chemical Engineering | |||
| Civil Engineering | |||
| Civil Engineering (PT) | |||
| Computer Science & Engineering | |||
| Computer Science & Engineering (PT) | |||
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | |||
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | |||
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (PT) | |||
| Information Technology | |||
| Mechanical Engineering | |||
| Mechanical Engineering (PT) | |||
| Mechanical Stream - Automobile Engineering | |||
| Mechanical Stream - Industrial Engineering | |||
| Mechanical Stream - Production Engineering | |||
| Aeronautical Engineering | |||
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (PT) | |||
| B.Arch | - | Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board along with Mathematics as an optional subject (with not less than 50% marks) from a recognized board | Admission is based on a valid score in NATA or KEAM |
Application Process: For B.Arch and B.Tech program, you have to apply online through the official website of CEE Kerala. The application fee for general is Rs 600, for SC/ST candidates it is Rs 300 & there is no fee for ST candidates.
Kerala University PG Admission 2023
Kerala University also offers MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MVA, MPA, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, MSW, and MCJ courses. Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in the minimum requirement for admission. Admission is based on the marks in the university-level entrance test followed by an interview and evaluation of the relevant work experience. Other details can be found below:
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.SC. | Applied Chemistry | Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) from a recognized university | Admission is based on Entrance test followed by an interview |
| Bio-Informatics | |||
| Bio-Technology | |||
| Biochemistry | |||
| Botany | |||
| Chemistry | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Counseling Psychology | |||
| Electronics | |||
| Environmental Science | |||
| Food and Dairy Biotechnology | |||
| Geography | |||
| Home Science (Extension Education) | |||
| Home Science (Family Resource Management) | |||
| Home Science (Food & Nutrition) | |||
| Home Science (Nutrition & Dietetics) | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Medicinal Chemistry | |||
| Microbiology | |||
| Physics | |||
| Polymer Chemistry | |||
| Psychology | |||
| Statistics | |||
| Analytical Chemistry | |||
| Geology | |||
| Zoology | |||
| M.A | Psychology | candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) from a recognized university | Admission is based on Entrance test followed by an interview |
| Arabic Language & Literature | |||
| Politics | |||
| Public Administration | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Jyothisha) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Nyaya) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Sahithya) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Vedanta) | |||
| Sanskrit (Special Vyakarana) | |||
| Sanskrit Language & Literature | |||
| Sanskrit Special | |||
| Personal Management | |||
| Political Science | |||
| Philosophy | |||
| Tamil Language & Literature | |||
| Syriac | |||
| Music | |||
| Sociology | |||
| Hindi Language & Literature | |||
| Malayalam with Media Studies | |||
| English Language & Literature | |||
| Economics | |||
| Business Economics | |||
| Human Resource Management | |||
| Malayalam Language & Literature | |||
| Islamic History | |||
| History | |||
| Malayalam Language & Literature | |||
| M.COM | - | Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) from a recognized university | Admission is based on Entrance test followed by an interview |
| MCJ | - | ||
| MPA | Dance | ||
| Mridangam | |||
| Veena | |||
| Violin | |||
| Vocal | |||
| M.ED | - | ||
| M.P.ED. | - | ||
| Master of Visual Arts (MVA) | Master of Visual Arts (MVA) | ||
| Arts | |||
| History | |||
| MSW | - | ||
| MTA | - |
Kerala University M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, MBA & MCA Admission 2023
Kerala University offers M. Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, MBA, and MCA courses in various specializations. Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline is the minimum eligibility for admission. MBA admission is offered based on candidates’ performance in KMAT/ CAT or CMAT followed by GD and PI. For all the PG courses, Kerala University conducts separate entrance test followed by an interview. GATE qualified candidates are also eligible to apply for M.Tech program. Other details can be found below:
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.TECH | CE (Geoinformatics) | Candidate must have passed B.Tech/B.E in the related discipline with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/ PWD and 53% for OBC) in aggregate from a recognized university | Admission is based on GATE score or entrance test conducted by the university followed by an interview |
| CE (Geotechnical Engineering - PT) | |||
| CE (Geotechnical Engineering) | |||
| CE (Hydraulics Engineering) | |||
| CE (Structural Engineering) | |||
| CE (Structural Engineering and Construction Management) | |||
| CE (Traffic and Transportation Engineering) | |||
| CE(Environmental Engineering) | |||
| CE-Structural Engineering (PT) | |||
| Computer Science & Engineering | |||
| CSE - Information Security | |||
| ECE (Applied Electronics and Instrumentation -PT) | |||
| ECE (Applied Electronics and Instrumentation) | |||
| ECE (Embedded Systems) | |||
| ECE (Microwave and TV Engineering - PT) | |||
| ECE (Microwave and TV Engineering) | |||
| ECE (Signal Processing - PT) | |||
| ECE (Signal Processing) | |||
| ECE (Telecommunication Engineering) | |||
| ECE - Communication Systems | |||
| EEE (Control Systems) | |||
| EEE (Electrical Machines) | |||
| EEE (Guidance and Navigational Control) | |||
| EEE (Industrial Instrumentation and Control) | |||
| EEE (Power System & Control ) | |||
| EEE (Power Systems - PT) | |||
| EEE (Power Systems) | |||
| EEE - Power Control and Drives | |||
| IT (Network Engineering) | |||
| ME (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) | |||
| ME (Industrial Engineering - PT) | |||
| ME (Industrial Engineering) | |||
| ME (Industrial Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering) | |||
| ME (Machine Design) | |||
| ME (Propulsion Engineering) | |||
| ME (Thermal Science - PT) | |||
| ME (Thermal Science) | |||
| ME - Machine Design (PT) | |||
| ME - Propulsion Engineering (PT) | |||
| Technology Management | |||
| BB (Molecular Medicine) | |||
| EEE (Control Systems - PT) | |||
| M.Arch | - | The candidate must have passed B. Arch. from a recognized institute with 55% marks | Admission is based on University-based entrance followed by an interview |
| M.Plan | - | The candidate must have passed B. Plan from a recognized institute with 55% marks | |
| MBA (Full-Time) | Travel & Tourism | The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate | Admission is based on KMAT/ CMAT/ CAT score followed by GD and PI |
| MBA (Part-Time) | - | Admission is based on University-based entrance followed by an interview | |
| MBA (Evening) | - | ||
| MBA Regular (Evening) | - | ||
| MBA (Integrated) | - | Candidate must have passed 10+2 with 45% marks in aggregate from a recognized board | |
| MCA | - | Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate with Mathematics as one of the main subjects |
Key Point:
- For PG courses, the rank list will be prepared by considering 80% at Bachelor’s level and 10% marks for work experience and 10% for interview.
- For MBA, The provisional rank list for admission to the MBA program will be prepared based on the score obtained by the candidate in the Entrance Test (80% weightage), Group Discussion (10% weightage) and Interview (10% weightage).
Kerala University M.Phil & Ph.D. Admission 2023
Kerala University offers M.Phil & Ph.D. courses. M.Phil. the program once a year while the admission process for the Ph.D. program is conducted twice a year. 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PWD) in the relevant Master’s degree is the mandatory eligibility requirement. Admission to both the courses is offered on the basis of candidates’ performance in university-based entrance followed by an interview for the shortlisted candidates. Other details can be found below:
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.Phil/ Ph.D. | Arabic | English | Candidate must have obtained a Master’s degree in the related discipline with at least 55% marks from any recognized university | Admission is based on the performance of entrance test organized by the University of Kerala followed by an interview |
| Archaeology | Education | |||
| Biochemistry | Environmental Sciences | |||
| Botany | Future Studies | |||
| Chemistry | Geology | |||
| Commerce | Hindi | |||
| Computational Biology & Bioinformatics | History | |||
| Computer Science | IMK | |||
| Demography | Islamic Studies | |||
| Library & Information Science | Music | |||
| Linguistics | Nanoscience & Technology | |||
| Malayalam | Optoelectronics | |||
| Mathematics | Manuscriptology | |||
| Philosophy | Political Science | |||
| Physics | Psychology | |||
| Russian | Sanskrit | |||
| Sociology | Statistics | |||
| Tamil | Zoology | |||
| Aquatic Biology & Fisheries | Economics | |||
| Law | ||||
Key Points:
- Candidates with valid sore in any of the following entrance exam- DBT-JRF/ DST-INSPIRE/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ ICAR/ ICMR or SLET are exempted from PhD entrance exam.
- M.Phil entrance test is a three-hour test which consists of 50% question fro Research Methodology and 50% form the subject concerned.
- Final admission to M.Phil is based on 50% weightage to the entrance-test, 40% to the qualifying examination, and 10% to the interview round.
Kerala University Application Process
Candidates must remit the cost of the Application form and Prospectus (Rs. 250/-) in order to complete the online application process.
- Fees shall be remitted through Demand Draft (DD), drawn in favor of the Finance Officer, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, and payable at Thiruvananthapuram.
- The fee should be remitted by pay-in-slip at the Cash Counters at the University Office, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, and at the University Campus, Kariavattom.
Candidate should follow the given steps in order to complete the online application process:
- Remit the application fee.
- Log on to “www.ideku.net”
- Click the button ‘Apply Online’
- Select the course of study
- Fill-in the On-line application form
- Submit the Application
- Take a printout of the Acknowledgment
- Send the Acknowledgement with fee and document (TC and Qualifying Certificates in ORIGINAL, Photocopy of SSLC, etc.)
Documents required at the time of form submission:
Candidate may need the following list of scanned documents (jpg format) while filling the application form:
- Passport size photo (dimensions:150x200, 40kb)
- Scanned signature (dimensions:150x60 size, 40kb)
- Copy of Class 10 mark sheet/certificate
- Copy of Class 12 mark sheet/certificate
- Copy of graduation degree (in case of PG and doctorate programmes)
- Copy of SC/ST certificate (if applicable)
- Copy of Kerala nativity certificate (if applicable)
- Original community certificate/BPL certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate in the case of SEBC/ OEC candidates (if applicable)
Duly filled-in applications should be sent through registered post in a cover super-scribed with ‘APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION’ to the following address:
The Director,
School of Distance Education,
University of Kerala, Palayam,
Thiruvananthapuram- 695 034
Steps for Online Registration Process Kerala University 2023
The procedure online application form filling consists of the following mandatory steps:
- Step 1: Registering on the Kerala University official website
- Step 2: Enter Personal Details, Qualifying Examination details, and Options for various programs.
- Step 3: Now, click to proceed with the online payment.
- Step 4: Photo and signature uploading – Upload the scanned photo and signature in the prescribed format given in the site.
- Step 5: Option For verifying the application – Here the candidates can verify the application and edit the details.
- Step 6: Candidates are advised to print the application form for future reference. This must be produced at the time of admission.
Kerala University Course-wise Fee 2023
Candidates can check the fees for various courses provided by Kerala University at UG level from the table given below:
| Course | Fee per semester (in Rs) |
|---|---|
| BTech | 48,425 |
| BBA | 36,000 |
| BMS | 36,000 |
| BCom | 3,000 |
| BSc | 9,000 |
| BA | 3,000 |
| BFA | 36,000 |
| BPA | 36,900 |
| BSW | 36,000 |
| BArch | 71,825 |
| BALLB | 71,825 |
| BBA LLB | |
| BCom LLB | |
| LLB | 36,000 |
| BCA | 37,500 |
| B.Ed | 50,000 |
| BPEd | 36,000 |
| BVoc | 34,500 |
Kerala University PG programmes' fee (per semester) is given below:
| Course | Fee (in Rs) |
|---|---|
| MTech | 11,485 |
| MBA | 14,440 |
| MCom | 30,000 |
| MSc | 564 |
| MA | |
| MCA | 36,000 |
| MEd | 80,000 |
Kerala University
University of Kerala (UoK), formerly the University of Travancore, is an affiliating university located in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of the state of Kerala, India. It was established in 1937. It was founded with the name of the University of Travancore which was later changed to the University of Kerala. It is one of the first 16 universities in India and is approved by UGC. In the NIRF 2018, the university was ranked in the 30th position. it offers various UG, PG, and Doctoral courses in several disciplines in the field of Engineering, Architecture, Law, Management, Basic Sciences, Arts, Commerce, and Education.
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