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.Sc Statistics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	INR 840
Total Fees (2 years)	INR 6,460

Component

Amount (INR)

Tuition Fee (per semester)

INR 840

Total Fees (2 years)

INR 6,460

Kerala University M.Sc Statistics Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Opens	March 16, 2026
Application Deadline	April 30, 2026
PG CSS Entrance Exam	May 18 to May 24, 2026
PG CSS Rank List Published	June 17, 2026
Trial Allotment Released	July 1, 2026
First Allotment Released	July 4, 2026
College Joining - Round 1	July 6 to 8, 2026
Second Allotment Released	July 10, 2026
College Joining - Round 2	July 13, 2026
Class Commencement	July 16, 2026

Entrance exam registration fee is INR 1,500 for General and INR 750 for SC/ST candidates.

Allotment is processed through the CAP portal at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics with Statistics as a subject, from a recognised university.

Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination. SC/ST candidates need 45% and SEBC candidates need 48%.

Candidates with a CBCS-pattern degree must have a minimum CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.

30% of the general merit seats are reserved for candidates holding a B.Sc Statistics degree.

Admission Process

Pay the entrance exam registration fee of INR 1,500 (General) or INR 750 (SC/ST) during registration.

Appear for the university’s PG CSS Entrance Exam, a 100-mark objective test with 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer.

Rank is determined by the entrance exam score, and a merit list is published through the centralized portal.

Candidates participate in the online allotment process, conducted in two rounds.

Allotted candidates report to the assigned department, submit documents, and pay fees to confirm admission.

✓ Opt for this if

Candidates seeking a low-fee, state university PG in Statistics.
Those who hold a B.Sc Mathematics with Statistics and want to specialise.
Students aiming for data analyst or actuary roles with a strong statistics base.
Graduates planning to qualify NET or KSET for a teaching career.

✗ Skip if

Students needing dedicated industry tie-ups and campus placement drives.
Candidates looking for applied data science tracks with software training.
Those seeking programmes outside Kerala with a broader national peer network.

Kerala University M.Sc Statistics Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
University Merit Scholarship	INR 5,000 per annum	Top performers in the programme based on academic merit
State Merit Scholarship	INR 15,000 per annum	Kerala government merit criteria, state-level competition
Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship (UGC)	INR 36,200 per annum	Single girl child pursuing a full-time PG programme
SC/ST/OEC Fee Waiver	Full tuition exemption	SC/ST and OEC students enrolled in the programme

Apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

The Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship is disbursed by UGC through the university.

Kerala University M.Sc Statistics FAQs

Ques. Does the M.Sc Statistics entrance exam at Kerala University have negative marking?

Ans. Yes, the Kerala University PG CSS Entrance Exam for M.Sc Statistics carries negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks and is completed in two hours. Candidates should factor this in while attempting questions to avoid score deductions from guessing.

Ques. How many seats are available for M.Sc Statistics at Kerala University?

Ans. The M.Sc Statistics programme at Kerala University has a total intake of 20 seats. Of the general merit seats, 30% are reserved for candidates holding a B.Sc Statistics degree. The remaining seats are open to B.Sc Mathematics graduates who studied Statistics as a subject, subject to eligibility.

Ques. Can B.Sc Mathematics students apply for M.Sc Statistics at Kerala University?

Ans. Yes, candidates with a B.Sc Mathematics degree that includes Statistics as a component course can apply for M.Sc Statistics at Kerala University. They must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (48% for SEBC, 45% for SC/ST). However, 30% of general merit seats are specifically reserved for B.Sc Statistics degree holders, so competition for the remaining seats is through a shared merit rank.

Ques. What career paths are available after M.Sc Statistics from Kerala University?

Ans. Graduates can pursue roles as statisticians, data analysts, and research officers in government agencies, banks, and insurance companies. Those who qualify UGC-NET or KSET can enter academia as lecturers. Many graduates also appear for the Indian Statistical Service examination conducted by UPSC or join the Central Statistical Organisation as statistical officers after the programme.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Statistics admission at Kerala University?

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc Statistics degree or a B.Sc Mathematics degree with Statistics as a subject from a recognised university. The minimum aggregate required is 50% marks, with relaxation to 48% for SEBC and 45% for SC/ST. CBCS-pattern graduates need a minimum CGPA of 5.5 out of 10 to be eligible.

Ques. What scholarships are available for M.Sc Statistics students at Kerala University?

Ans. Eligible students can avail the University Merit Scholarship of INR 5,000 per annum, the State Merit Scholarship of INR 15,000 per annum, and the UGC Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship of INR 36,200 per annum. SC/ST and OEC students receive a full tuition fee waiver. Government scholarships can be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal.

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