Is CUET mandatory for Central University of Kerala admission 2026?

Yes. CUET UG is mandatory for UG admission and CUET PG is mandatory for PG admission at Central University of Kerala. There is no direct or merit-only route outside CUET for 2026.

What is the minimum eligibility percentage for CUK PG admission?

Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% marks for PG admission at CUK. Final-year graduation students may also apply.

How does CUK conduct its counselling process?

CUK conducts centralised online counselling after CUET results. Eligible candidates register on the CUK portal, fill programme preferences, and receive seat allotment based on CUET rank, category, and seat availability. Document verification and fee payment confirm the seat.

What is the application fee for CUK 2026 admission?

The application fee for CUK admission 2026 is INR 1,000 for most programmes and INR 1,400 for select courses. Fees must be paid online through the university admission portal.

Does Central University of Kerala have a management or NRI quota?

No. As a Central University, CUK fills all seats through merit-based centralised counselling. There is no management quota or NRI quota at CUK.

What are the main PG programmes offered at CUK?

CUK offers 27 PG programmes including MA in English, Linguistics, and Hindi; MSc in Zoology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science; MBA; LLM; MSW; and MPH. Admission to all is through CUET PG.

How do I apply for PhD admission at CUK?

PhD applicants must hold a PG degree with at least 55% marks and a valid UGC-NET, JRF, or GATE score. CUK releases a separate notification for PhD admission with interview dates. Check cukerala.ac.in for the current notification.

Which campuses does Central University of Kerala operate from?

CUK operates from three locations: the main campus at Tejaswini Hills, Periye, Kasaragod; a Capital Centre in Thiruvananthapuram; and a Law Campus in Thiruvalla. Programme availability varies by campus.

CU Kerala Ph.D Social Work: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Fee Component	Amount (₹)
Tuition Fees	₹1,51,000
Other Charges	₹30,000
Hostel (Optional)	₹65,160
TOTAL	₹1,81,000

Fee Component

Amount (₹)

Tuition Fees

₹1,51,000

Other Charges

₹30,000

Hostel (Optional)

₹65,160

TOTAL

₹1,81,000

CUK Ph.D. (Social Work) Admission 2026

ADMISSIONS TIMELINE

Event	Timeline
Application Deadline	As per admission cycle
Entrance Exam Date	CUCET PG June 2026 / UGC-NET Dec 31 2025-Jan 7 2026
Interview Date	Post-exam (varies by cycle)
Batch Commencement	June/December as per cycle

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Master's degree in Social Work or related discipline

Minimum 55% marks in Master's degree

Valid score in CUCET PG, UGC-NET, or CSIR-NET as applicable

ADMISSION PROCESS

Application submission through official portal

Entrance examination (CUCET PG/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET)

Shortlisting based on exam performance

Doctoral Research Committee (DRC) interview

Research proposal presentation and evaluation

Final selection and admission

Scholarship Type	Monthly Stipend
UGC-JRF	₹37,000 + HRA
SRF (Senior Research Fellowship)	₹42,000 + HRA
Non-NET Scholarship	₹8,000
CSIR-UGC JRF	₹37,000 + HRA
INSPIRE Fellowship	Variable (as per scheme)

Scholarship Type

Monthly Stipend

UGC-JRF

₹37,000 + HRA

SRF (Senior Research Fellowship)

₹42,000 + HRA

Non-NET Scholarship

₹8,000

CSIR-UGC JRF

₹37,000 + HRA

INSPIRE Fellowship

Variable (as per scheme)

CUK Ph.D. (Social Work) FAQs

Ques. How many admission cycles does the program have?

Ans. The program has two admission cycles: June-July and December-January, allowing flexibility for prospective candidates.

Ques. What are the JRF requirements for the program?

Ans. Candidates must qualify in UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or CUCET PG. JRF eligibility depends on exam performance and merit ranking.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing the Ph.D. in Social Work?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in academia, research institutions, NGOs, government social welfare departments, international development organizations, and policy-making bodies.

Ques. What is the total duration of the program?

Ans. The program is a 6-year full-time doctoral program with structured coursework, research, and dissertation components.

Ques. What is the coursework structure of the program?

Ans. The program includes advanced seminars in social policy, research methodology, specialized social work domains, and field-based research projects alongside dissertation work.

Ques. Are part-time options available for the Ph.D. program?

Ans. Currently, the program is offered as a full-time program. Part-time options may be considered on a case-by-case basis; interested candidates should contact the department for further information.

CU Kerala Ph.D Social Work: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

CUK Ph.D. (Social Work) Fees

Fees Structure

CUK Ph.D. (Social Work) Admission 2026

ADMISSIONS TIMELINE

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

ADMISSION PROCESS

CUK Ph.D. (Social Work) Scholarships 2026

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

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