Kerala University MA Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility & Selection, Application Process, Cutoff

 The University of Kerala offer over 50 full-time MA courses in several specialisations. Some of the offered MA specialisations are mentioned in the below-mentioned table:

Kerala University MA Admission: Specialisations
Archaeology	Malayalam	English
Economics	Sociology	History
Political Science	Linguistics	Arabic Language and Literature
German Language and Literature	Philosophy	Hindi

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

M.A. at Kerala University: Is it a Good Choice?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Excellent infrastructure, including spacious classrooms, well-maintained washrooms, and reliable Wi-Fi access
* Helpful and knowledgeable faculty members
* Relevant course curriculum that prepares students for the industry
* Opportunities for extracurricular activities, including festivals and events
* Availability of scholarships and grants for meritorious students

Cons:

* Low placement rates, especially in certain departments (Arts)
* Limited internship opportunities
* Average salary packages offered (INR 1-2 Lacs per month)
* Teaching quality could be improved, according to some reviewers
* Campus infrastructure, although generally good, may vary depending on the location

Placement Statistics:

* About 40-50% of students get placed in various sectors, including banking, finance, and marketing
* the highest salary package offered: INR 5-6 Lacs per month
* Average salary package: INR 2-3 Lacs per month
* the lowest salary package offered: INR 1-2 Lacs per month

Internship Opportunities:

* Limited internship opportunities available, mostly in the Banking and Finance sectors
* Companies that visited the campus for recruitment include ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Wipro

Overall, the programme seems to have its strengths, particularly in terms of infrastructure and faculty quality. However, students might face challenges in terms of limited placement opportunities and relatively low salary packages. It's essential for potential students to weigh these factors carefully before making a decision.

The University of Kerala is known as one of the top state-run universities of the country. It is ranked at 47 among the top Indian university and 24 under the university category as per the NIRF 2023 rankings. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved all the courses offered by KU. Moreover, it is also re-accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ grade. MA distance courses offered by the university are also recognised by the Distance Education Bureau (DEB). Hence, the Kerala University MA degree is valid across the globe.

The salary details for MA are not out officially. However, the median package for PG (2-year) courses has been released. The table below represents the Kerala University placement package trends for PG (2-year):

Course	Median Package (2021)	Median Package (2022)	Median Package (2023)
PG (2-year)	INR 3 LPA	INR 3.12 LPA	INR 3.15 LPA

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