MG University M.Sc Environmental Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The M.Sc. Environmental Science programme at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course offered across 4 semesters at the School of Environmental Sciences (SES) on the university's main campus at Priyadarsini Hills. The programme is formally titled M.Sc. Environment Science and Management at the university school level. Established as a dedicated centre for advanced environmental studies, SES offers a curriculum that integrates ecology, environmental management, remote sensing, GIS, disaster management, and environmental chemistry. The total fees for the programme are approximately ₹52,715 for the entire course duration. Admission is through the MGU Common Admission Test (CAT), and the programme offers 12 seats. The course is popular among science graduates in Kerala due to its strong research orientation, access to the university's Dr. R. Satheesh Centre for Remote Sensing and GIS, and growing career opportunities in environmental consulting, government agencies, and research institutions.

Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open. The CAT MGU 2026 online registration is open until April 30, 2026. The entrance examination is scheduled from May 23 to May 26, 2026. Results are expected in May 2026, after which rank lists and allotments will be announced by the university.

Key Points

• The School of Environmental Sciences at MGU houses the Dr. R. Satheesh Centre for Remote Sensing and GIS, giving students hands-on access to satellite imagery analysis, GIS mapping, and drone-based data collection.
• The school runs unique short-term certificate programmes in Geoinformation Science and Technology, Advanced Surveying and Drafting, and DGCA-approved Drone Pilot Training, which M.Sc. students can benefit from.
• The programme covers a wide range of research areas including environmental stress studies, biodiversity conservation, wetland ecology, climate change, environmental impact assessment, and bioremediation.
• The school has an active environmental club called Bhoomithrasena and a nature conservation initiative called Jeevaka, providing students with field exposure and community engagement.
• Students have access to the CLENS (Centre for Limnology and Environmental Networking Studies) facility for aquatic and wetland research.
• The curriculum includes field study components and project work in collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and research organisations.

MGU M.Sc Environmental Science Fees

Fee Structure

• The Caution Deposit of Rs. 1,695 and Library Caution Deposit of Rs. 210 are refundable at the time of leaving the institution, subject to no dues.
• Hostel facility is available on the MGU main campus.
• Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the above total.
• Hostel is not mandatory.
• The above fee structure is as per the official MGU fee order (No. 3614/AC A1/2026/MGU, dated April 2026) applicable to statutory teaching departments.
• No EMI options are officially offered; fees are collected semester-wise.
• Examination fees are charged separately at the time of examination registration and are not included in the above total.

MGU M.Sc Environmental Science Admission 2026

MGU CAT 2026 - Admission Schedule

Entrance Exam Details

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Sc. Degree in any of the following subjects: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Life Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant or Animal Science, Agriculture, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Forestry, or Horticulture, with not less than 55% marks in Part III.
• B.Tech. in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering with not less than 50% marks in Part III, or CCPA not less than 5 at 10-point scale, or CGPA not less than 2.5 at 5-point scale.
• Candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling the criteria at the time of admission.

Admission Process

• Register online at cat.mgu.ac.in and submit the application form before the deadline.
• A candidate can apply for a maximum of 4 academic programmes in a single application; submitting more than one application leads to cancellation of candidature.
• Appear for the MGU CAT entrance examination on the scheduled date.
• Allotment is done through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) based on CAT rank, options exercised, and eligible reservations.
• Candidates must report for admission as per the allotment schedule and remit fees within the stipulated time.
• Foreign students are exempted from the entrance test and are admitted through a separate process.

MGU M.Sc Environmental Science Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• The ASPIRE Scholarship is specifically designed for PG students in Government/Aided institutions and university departments in Kerala.
• Applications typically open in July-August each year.
• INSPIRE Scholarship is applicable to students pursuing M.Sc. in basic sciences including Environmental Science, provided they meet the Class XII merit criterion.
• SC/ST students can avail full fee reimbursement through the Post Matric Scholarship scheme via the E-Grantz portal of the Kerala government.
• Students interested in research careers can apply for KSCSTE JRF after completing M.Sc. to pursue Ph.D. at MGU or other institutions.
• Students are advised to apply for scholarships at the beginning of each academic year and keep their income certificates and mark sheets ready.