Is an entrance exam required for Kerala University UG (BA, B.Sc, B.Com) admission?

No. Kerala University FYUGP admission for BA, B.Sc, and B.Com programmes is entirely merit-based. Allotment is done through the CAP using Plus Two or Higher Secondary marks. No separate entrance test is required for these streams.

What is the KEAM exam and is it required for all Kerala University engineering admissions?

KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical) is the state entrance exam conducted by CEE Kerala. It is mandatory for B.Tech admission to all government, aided, and self-financing engineering colleges affiliated to Kerala University. The exam was held April 17 to April 22, 2026. Candidates must qualify KEAM and participate in the CEE Kerala centralised allotment process.

Can non-Kerala students apply for Kerala University admissions?

Yes. For FYUGP, there is no domicile restriction. Any Indian national can apply. For KEAM (B.Tech), candidates are classified as Keralite, Non-Keralite Category I (NK-I), or Non-Keralite Category II (NK-II). NK-II candidates are eligible for all seats allotted by CEE Kerala. However, NK-II candidates are not eligible for reservation or fee concessions.

What entrance exams does Kerala University accept for MBA admission?

The Institute of Management in Kerala (IMK) accepts KMAT Kerala, CAT, and CMAT scores for MBA admission. After shortlisting based on entrance exam score, candidates must appear for a Group Discussion and Personal Interview. The University Institute of Management (UIM) follows a similar process. Apply at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in/mba2026.

What is the Kerala University PG CSS entrance exam?

Kerala University conducts subject-wise departmental entrance examinations for PG admissions to its Teaching Departments under the CSS (Credit and Semester System). The 2026 exams were held May 18 to May 24, 2026. A candidate must register at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in/css2026, pay the application fee, and appear for the exam in the relevant subject.

What is the minimum eligibility for Kerala University PhD admission?

Candidates must hold a Masters degree with at least 55% marks. SC/ST, PwD, EWS, and OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates require 50% marks. All candidates must qualify the General Aptitude Test (GAT) conducted by Kerala University unless they hold a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil qualification. Registration fee is INR 800.

What is the application fee for Kerala University FYUGP admission?

The application fee for FYUGP admission is INR 1,500 for General and SEBC candidates. SC/ST candidates pay INR 750. Payment is made online through the admission portal at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in/fyugp2026.

How does the Community Quota work at Kerala University affiliated colleges?

Community Quota seats are available only in aided arts and science colleges affiliated to Kerala University. Forward community aided colleges reserve 10% of seats under this quota. Backward community aided colleges reserve 20%. These seats are filled based on community certificates and the merit list generated through CAP.

Does Kerala University offer LLM admission and what is the process?

Yes. Kerala University offers LLM admission. The selection is based on a CEE Kerala conducted entrance examination. Candidates must hold an LLB degree (Three-Year or Five-Year) from a recognised university. The allotment is done through the CEE Kerala CAP. Visit cee.kerala.gov.in for the LLM 2026 schedule.

Are there scholarships available for Kerala University students?

Yes. Kerala University offers University Merit Scholarships for top-ranking UG and PG students. SC/ST candidates admitted to FYUGP and PG programmes are exempted from tuition fee. The Central Sector Scholarship is processed through the National Scholarship Portal. PhD scholars can access CSIR, KSCSTE, INSPIRE, and ICSSR research fellowships through the university.

Kerala University M.Ed : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Kerala University M.Ed Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (2 years, government and aided colleges)	INR 9,590
University Admission Fee	INR 2,050
Registration Fee	INR 1,000
Caution Deposit	INR 600
Total Fees	INR 13,240

Caution deposit of INR 600 is refundable on course completion.

SC/ST candidates pay only INR 230 of the university admission fee.

Kerala University M.Ed Admission 2026

Event	Date
Online Application Registration Closed	June 2026
First Allotment Published	July 2026
Spot Admission Phase Began	July 2026
Classes Commenced	July 2026

Admission proceeds through centralized allotment with no entrance examination.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

B.Ed degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST, 53% for SEBC)

Four-year integrated teacher education degrees such as B.El.Ed, B.Sc.Ed, or B.A.Ed are also accepted

No upper age limit, no entrance exam, ranking based on marks in qualifying examination

Admission Process

Fill in qualifying marks, upload B.Ed certificates, community documents, and experience certificates

Rank list prepared on total marks out of 1000 in qualifying examination plus applicable weightage points

Centralized allotment published on the portal based on rank, subject, and options filled

Remit university admission fee of INR 2,050 and registration fee of INR 1,000 to confirm the allotment

Report to the allotted training college with original certificates on the notified joining date

✓ Opt for this if

B.Ed graduates planning a career in teacher education or pedagogy research
Aspiring teacher educators for government and aided B.Ed training colleges
Candidates preferring merit-based admission without any entrance examination
Those seeking a research pathway in education leading to a PhD

✗ Skip if

Applicants without a B.Ed or equivalent teacher education degree
Candidates seeking a distance or online mode M.Ed programme
Those looking for postgraduate programmes outside the teacher education field

Kerala University M.Ed Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	As per government norms	SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	INR 12,000 per year	Top merit students in higher education
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities	INR 25,000 per year	Minority community students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year
OBC Post-Matric Scholarship	As per government norms	OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per year

Submit all central scholarship applications through the National Scholarship Portal.

Kerala University M.Ed FAQs

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for M.Ed admission at Kerala University?

Ans. No entrance exam is required for M.Ed admission at Kerala University. Admission is purely merit-based on marks obtained in the B.Ed degree examination. A rank list is prepared on total marks out of 1000 in the qualifying exam, with additional weightage given for teaching experience in government or aided institutions and for holding a postgraduate degree in the relevant specialization area.

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Ed at Kerala University?

Ans. Total fees for M.Ed at government and aided training colleges affiliated to Kerala University amount to INR 13,240 for the two-year programme. This includes annual tuition of INR 9,590, a university admission fee of INR 2,050, a registration fee of INR 1,000, and a refundable caution deposit of INR 600. SC/ST candidates pay a reduced amount toward university fees.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for M.Ed at Kerala University?

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Ed degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks. SC/ST candidates qualify with 50% and SEBC candidates with 53%. Four-year integrated teacher education degrees such as B.El.Ed, B.Sc.Ed, and B.A.Ed are also accepted as qualifying qualifications. There is no upper age limit for the programme.

Ques. What career options are available after M.Ed from Kerala University?

Ans. M.Ed graduates from Kerala University qualify as teacher educators in government and aided B.Ed training colleges. The degree also meets eligibility for PhD in Education. Many graduates join the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), and state education departments as resource persons or curriculum development specialists.

Ques. How is the merit list prepared for M.Ed admission at Kerala University?

Ans. The merit list is prepared on total marks out of 1000 in the qualifying examination (B.Ed). Additional weightage includes 15 marks for a first-class postgraduate degree in the specialization area, up to 10 marks for teaching experience in government or aided schools, and 10 marks for a B.Ed degree from Kerala University. Deductions apply for candidates who required multiple attempts to clear the qualifying examination.

Ques. What optional subjects are offered in the Kerala University M.Ed programme?

Ans. The M.Ed programme at Kerala University offers electives in Advanced Malayalam Language Education, Advanced Hindi Language Education, Advanced Social Science Education, Advanced Commerce Education, Advanced Geography Education, Advanced Arabic Language Education, Advanced Sanskrit Language Education, and Advanced Tamil Language Education, along with interdisciplinary electives such as Inclusive Education, Environmental Education, and Human Rights and Value Education.

Kerala University M.Ed : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility