Master of Social Work 

at Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram

Kerala University conducts an entrance exam for PG admission. For most of the UG programmes, admission is based on merit in the last qualifying exam. For MBA, the university accepts national or state-level entrance exams such as CAT,  CMAT and KMAT. Kerala University may call the shortlisted candidates for group discussion and personal interview rounds for some of the courses such as MBA, MSW, etc. Once the candidates are shortlisted, Kerala University releases a course-wise merit list. Aspirants with their names on the merit list are required to participate in the Centralised Allotment Process conducted by the university.

Kerala University specifies the required qualification and minimum aggregate for each UG and PG programme. Aspirants must fulfill the set eligibility criteria for that particular course to get admission. Below is the eligibility criteria and marks requirement for top Kerala University courses:

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Yes, Kerala University has a dedicated placement cell. During Kerala University placements 2023, 912 PG students were placed. This includes 31 PG (1-year) and 881 PG (2-year) students. Additionally, the median offered to PG (1-year) and PG (2-year) students was INR 2.60 LPA and INR 3.15 LPA, respectively. The important University of Kerala placement details are depicted below:

NOTE: The above details are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

Kerala University conducts PG Entrance Exam for PG courses of the university. Apart from this, the university also accepts national or state-level entrance exams for admission. Below is accepted entrance exams for top Kerala University courses:

Both KU and MGU are popular universities in Kerala state. Based on the university rankings and fees, Kerala University has a better ranking, however, MGU MSc fees is more economical. Candidates can check details from the following table:

*This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

A fluctuating trend was observed in the number of PG (1-year) students placed over the past three years. The number of students placed in PG (1-year) courses dropped from 2021 to 2022 and then increased from 2022 to 2023. On the contrary, the number of PG (2-year) students placed over the past three years improved year-on-year. For a detailed analysis check the below table depicting the University of Kerala placement trends:

NOTE: The above statistics are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Yes, admission to the postgraduate-level course is based on a common entrance exam conducted by the university. It is conducted by CSSAC. Candidates seeking admission must take the test as re-examination is not carried out under any circumstances. Kerala University PG Entrance Exam response sheets are marked either digitally or by a examiners panel approved by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor. The type of questions asked in the exams are multiple choice types. Additionally, negative marking is also applicable, and hence, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.

A total of 1,276 seats are available for MSc in Kerala University and affiliated colleges. Candidates can get seat in MSc programme based on their score in PG Entrance Exam. Below is MSc intake in Kerala University and affiliated colleges:

For admission to an MSc course of the University of Kerala, it is essential that the applicant fulfils the eligibility requirements. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in the subject chosen for MSc specialisation become eligible for admission. In addition, the degree must be issued by a recognised university or authority. Furthermore, it is also crucial that the applicant hold the relevant documents as proof of eligibility for verification purposes. Below are the details for Kerala University MSc eligibility:

• Graduates who have passed the qualifying examination in CBCS Pattern-2013 admission onwards (BSc in relevant subjects) with at least 5.5 CGPA out of 10 (2.2 CGPA out of 4 for graduates who have passed qualifying examination in CBCS Pattern-prior to 2013) can apply for Kerala University MSc.
• Graduates who have passed qualifying examination (BSc) in annual scheme/ other pattern with at least 55% aggregate can also apply.

The University of Kerala highest package is not out officially for the 2023 drive. However, the median package has been released in the NIRF report 2024. The median package offered to PG (1-year) students during Kerala University placements 2023 was INR 2.60 LPA. For, PG (2-year) courses, the median package stood at INR 3.15 LPA. Take a look at the below table depicting the Kerala University placement package 2023: