Kerala University BA Music: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. BA Music admission at Kerala University is through a college-level aptitude test, not a centralized entrance exam. Candidates register online at the FYUGP portal and then apply directly to the college of their choice. The aptitude test evaluates musical aptitude and knowledge, and final selection is based on index marks computed from Plus Two board marks, Music optional marks, and the aptitude test score.

Ans. Total fees for BA Music at government colleges affiliated to Kerala University amount to INR 52,150 for the three-year BA programme. The first semester fee is INR 9,800, covering one-time university and college charges, and subsequent semesters cost INR 8,470 each. The university admission fee of INR 2,800 is a one-time payment. SC/ST candidates are exempted from tuition fee payment at the time of admission.

Ans. Any candidate who has passed the Plus Two (Higher Secondary) or equivalent examination recognised by Kerala University is eligible to apply for BA Music. There is no minimum percentage requirement. Candidates who studied Music as an optional subject in Plus Two and holders of Second Year Ganabhooshanam certificates receive additional weightage in the index marks calculation used for aptitude-based selection.

Ans. BA Music follows the Four Year Undergraduate Programme structure under NEP 2020. Students who complete three years (six semesters) earn a BA degree and may exit. Those who continue to the fourth year earn a BA Honours degree. Students with strong academic performance may also pursue the Honours with Research pathway, which involves a research project in music. The programme is offered at Govt. College for Women, Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, with 14 sanctioned seats.

Ans. BA Music graduates from Kerala University pursue MA Music or related postgraduate programmes at the next level. Career paths include classical music performance, music teaching at schools and colleges, music direction, and music therapy. Graduates also qualify for the State Eligibility Test (SET) and NET for lectureship in music at degree colleges after completing postgraduate study.

Ans. BA Music is offered at Govt. College for Women, Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, with 14 sanctioned seats under the FYUGP framework. The programme does not follow the centralized allotment process and instead requires candidates to apply directly to the college and attend the college-conducted aptitude test. Admission preferences are given to candidates with prior music training or Music as an optional subject in Plus Two.