Kerala University M.Sc Counselling Psychology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Applicants must hold a BA or BSc degree in Psychology from Kerala University or an equivalent recognized university. Under the old marking scheme, a minimum of 45% marks in Part III of the degree is required. Under CCPA grading, a minimum of 4.5 CCPA(S) out of 10 or 1.8 CGPA(S) out of 4 in the relevant subject is needed.

Ans. Admission depends on the track chosen. For teaching department seats at Kariavattom campus, a CSS entrance examination is conducted by Kerala University, typically in May. For affiliated government and aided college seats, admission is merit-based on graduation marks through a centralized allotment process. Candidates should check the specific track on the official admissions portal.

Ans. Graduates can work as counsellors in hospitals, psychiatric centres, schools, colleges, rehabilitation institutions, family and child care centres, and corporate HR departments. Government roles include school counsellor positions under the Kerala Education Department and hospital counsellors in public health facilities. Research and PhD opportunities at Kerala University and other institutions are also available post-completion of the M.Sc.

Ans. The programme spans 4 semesters over two years, with 15 theory papers, 2 psychological assessment practicals, and 4 concurrent practicum modules. The fourth semester requires a dissertation started in the third semester, followed by a comprehensive viva voce evaluated by external examiners. The total credit requirement is 84 credits.

Ans. Total fees for the 2-year programme at government and aided institutions are INR 12,420, which includes the one-time university admission fee of INR 1,430. SC/ST candidates in government and aided colleges are exempt from most college-level fees. Fees may be higher at self-financing affiliated colleges, as governed by Kerala government regulations for such institutions.