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MG University Course Admissions 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Selection, Application Form

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Q:   What is the last date for MGU admission 2024?

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MGU admissions 2024 are now closed. The students can apply for the desired UG and PG courses. Check below some important event dates:

  • MGU UG application form was released on May 15 and the last date to apply was Jun 7. Additionally, the provisional merit list shall be published was Jun 12.
  • The last date to apply for MBA and MGU-CAT was May 5, 2024. CAT-MGU was held between May 17 and May 18, 2024. Admission to most of the PG courses is based on MGU CAT conducted by the university.
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Q:   Is there any entrance exam for MG University?

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Yes, the university offers admission based on national and university-based entrance exams. There are some courses which are offered on the basis of merit scores. MGU admission to the UG courses is done on the basis of marks secured in the entrance examination conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations. MGU Kerala conducts a Common Admission Test (majorly known as MGU CAT) for admission to all PG courses. However, it also accepts several national-level entrance exams for MBA and PhD admissions.

In addition to this, MG University also offers distance learning courses through its Center For Online Education (COE). MG University admissions to all the programmes offered by the university and the affiliated colleges are conducted through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).

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Q:   Is CUET compulsory for MG University?

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No, a CUET score is not required for admission to MG University courses. There is no information available regarding the same officially. Admission to the MGU Kerala courses is merit and entrance-based. The university also conducts an in-house entrance examination, which is the Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test (MGU CAT).  It is conducted for admissions to various PG programmes offered by the University such as MSc, MA, Master of Tourism and Travel Management, LLM and M.Ed. In addition, many national-level exam scores are also accepted for admission.

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Q:   When does the MG University admission process begin?

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MG University's admission process for all the courses offered at the University campus usually begins in May every year. The registrations for all the courses close in June every year. It must be noted that the mentioned timeline is as per the past years’ trend. The admission schedule is further published online on the university website. Candidates must follow the schedule to stay updated and not miss out on an important event.

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MG University MSc Admission 2025

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  • Undergraduate Degree with 40% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: MGU CAT, CPGET, KEAM, Kerala University Admission

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DatesPast Events
21 Sep '24
Second Phase of Counselling Begins
31 Aug '24
M.Sc. Closing of Admissions
12 Aug '24 - 21 Aug '24
CPGET 2024 First Counselling Registrations
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Q:   Who is eligible for admission in MG University for MSc?

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The MGU MSc course aspirants with a valid BSc or equivalent degree with at least 50% aggregate are eligible to apply. However, it is necessary that the candidate did the degree course in the relevant stream. The eligibility criteria for some of the MSc specialisations is mentioned below for reference:

Specialisation

Eligibility Criteria

Computer Science 

BSc in Computer Science/ Computer Application/ BCA or any other BSc degree with Computer Science as the main subject with at least 50% aggregate

Physics

BSc in Physics with Mathematics as one of the subsidiaries with 50% aggregate

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Computer Applications/ Information Technology/ Cyber Forensic/ Electronics or any other degree in Science with Computer Science or Computer Applications as major components or BTech in Computer Science/ IT/ Electronics

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Q:   What is the admission process for MSc at MG University?

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Admission to the PG-level course is based on merit in MGU CAT score. The entrance exam is conducted by the university for PG courses. After the entrance test, a merit list is published to declare the names of selected candidates. Further, the seat allotment procedure is carried out through MGU CAT counselling or the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). It is also crucial that the aspirant meet the eligibility requirements.

Moreover, the university-affiliated colleges also accept CPGET/KEAM scores for admission.

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Q:   What is the fee structure for MSc at MG University?

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The total course fee includes multiple components such as the tuition fee, enrolment fee, library fee, security deposit, etc. MSc courses fee in MGU University & its affiliated colleges ranges between INR 1,900 and INR 2 lakh. The fee range given here is a cumulative of courses offered by the university on-campus as well as through its affiliated colleges, hence may vary. Moreover, the given fee is as per some external sources. Hence, is indicative.

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Q:   Which MSc courses are offered in MGU Kerala?

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The university offers MSc in 21 specialisations. The course is available on-campus and by the university-affiliated colleges. Some of the MSc specialisations are mentioned below:

MG University MSc Specialisations

Psychology

Biotechnology

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Botany & Plant Science Technology

Statistics

Computer Science 

Data Science & Analytics

Physics

Biophysics

Microbiology

Biotechnology

Biochemistry

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MG University Application Process 2025

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Q:   How can I apply to MG University?

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MG University admissions to all the courses are conducted through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). Candidates have to register online to apply for any of the programmes. Below mentioned is the step-wise MG University application process:

Step 1: Visit the official website of MGU.

Step 2: Click on new registration and register yourself.

Step 3: Fill in the required academic and personal details.

Step 4: Upload the required documents, including a qualifying exam mark sheet and a passport-size photograph.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online via debit/credit cards or net banking.

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Q:   Which documents are required during the MG University application process?

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Candidates need to submit important documents for verification purposes. These documents are required to ensure aspirant is eligible for the programme. The digital copies of the documents to be uploaded at the time of online application form filling are as follows:

  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheet
  • UG mark sheet (if applicable)
  • PG mark sheet (if applicable)
  • Date of birth certificate
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Transfer certificate
  • Character certificate
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Q:   What is the MGU CAT application fee?

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Mahatma Gandhi Univerity Common Admission Test (MGU CAT) application fee is announced category-wise. The application fee for general and open all-India quota candidates is INR 1,200 and INR 600 for the SC/ST candidates. Moreover, the fee for international candidates is UD 100. The fee payment shall be accepted in online mode via credit card, debit card, or net banking.

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MG University Scholarships

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Q:   What scholarships are offered at MG University?

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There are no direct scholarships available for students at Mahatma Gandhi University. Students at the Mahatma Gandhi University are eligible to apply for scholarships provided by national state, and local authorities as well as the UGC. Below is the list of scholarships that students can avail of:

  • Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students
  • Ishan Uday - Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region
  • PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
  • PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders (First and Second Rank Holders)
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Q:   How can MG University students be eligible for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students?

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The basic eligibility criteria that students must fulfil to avail Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students are given below:

  • The applicant must be above the 80th percentile of successful candidates in the relevant stream from the respective Board of Examination in Class 12 or equivalent.
  • The applicant must be pursuing regular degree courses and not correspondence or distance mode or pursuing Diploma courses.
  • The applicant must be pursuing courses at colleges/institutions recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education and the respective Regulatory Bodies concerned.
  • The applicant must not be availing the benefit of any other scholarship schemes including State-run scholarship schemes/ fee waivers & reimbursement schemes.
  • The gross parental/family income of the applicant should not exceed ?4,50,000 per annum.
  • For renewal of scholarship in each year of study, besides getting at least 50% marks in the Annual Examination, maintenance of adequate attendance of at least 75%, will also be the criteria.
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MG University Kerala Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   I want to apply for MBA in MG University. Do I need to appear for MGU CAT?

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It is not compulsory for MBA course aspirants to take the MGU CAT exam. As the university accept national-level exam scores as well, including CAT/CMAT/KMAT. Candidates applying with a national-level exam score are directly called for the personal interview round.

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Q:   What is the selection criteria for PhD programme at MG University?

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MG University admissions to PhD programme is based on a valid score in UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ GPAT/ SLET/ JSET/ University Entrance Test. Candidates also have to appear for Doctorate Interview for the final selection. Moreover, before applying for the course, aspirants ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility requirements. For more details about the MGU Kerala PhD admission procedure, Click Here.

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Q:   What all courses are offered at MG University?

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The University offers UG, PG and doctorate courses across its constituent schools and institutes. These courses are offered in the streams of Science, Arts, Management, and Law. Some of the popular courses offered by the university are BA, BBA LLB (Hons), MSc, MA, MTech, MTTM, MBA, MEd, MPES and LLM. Apart from the regular courses, the University also offers distance-learning courses through its School of Distance Learning. For the MG University courses eligibility, fee, and selection details, Click Here.

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Q:   How many colleges are affiliated to MG University?

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There are nearly 300 colleges affiliated to MG University. These colleges are spread across five districts in central Kerala as per information available on the web. Some of the MGU affiliated colleges are named below:

  • BPC College Piravom
  • Cochin College, Cochin
  • B.V.M holycross college cherpunkal
  • Catholicate College Pathanamthitta
  • Bishop Kurialacherry College for Women
  • College of Applied Science (IHRD), Kattappana
  • College of Applied Science (IHRD), Thodupuzha
  • Chinmaya College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Tripunithura
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Mahatma Gandhi University releases its application form generally in the month of May. Hence, the BCom application form can be expected to be out in the second week of May as per the past years' schedule. The university will release the official notification for the admission schedule on its officia

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MG University released its application forms on May 15. As per the official website, the MGU CAP (Hons) admissions closed on Aug 31. MG University BSc 2025 applications are expected to be released in the month of May of the admission year. The important dates notification is published on the univers

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Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala offers admission to its BSc programmes on a merit-basis. Hence, the aspirants scores in the last qualifying examination, i.e., Class 12 are taken into consideration. Candidates also have to submit their pass certificates at the university for verification purposes.

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Answered 5 months ago

MGU Kerala admit candidates to the BCom and BCom (H) programme on a merit-basis. Hence, the applicants are selected based on their performance in the last qualifying examination, i.e., Class 12 or equivalent examination. The students are not required to appear for an entrance examination as such. Ca

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If you meet the course-specific eligibility requirements, then you can fill out the admission form to apply. The admission procedure is carried out through a centralised allotment process (CAP). To apply in offline mode, the application can be collected from the admission office. Moreover, the steps

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