Kerala University MTTM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MTTM (Master of Tourism and Travel Management) and the MBA (Travel and Tourism) at the Institute of Management in Kerala (IMK) are two different programmes. The MTTM is a specialised 2-year PG degree in tourism and travel management offered at the Department of Tourism Studies, Kariavattom Campus, with 15 seats and a focus on tourism operations, travel management, and hospitality. The MBA (Travel and Tourism) at IMK is a management programme with a broader business administration focus and a higher fee structure (approximately Rs. 26,250 per semester). The MTTM is more suitable for students seeking deep specialisation in tourism, while the MBA (Travel and Tourism) is better for those seeking a management degree with a tourism specialisation.

Ans. For MTTM admission at Kerala University, the accepted entrance exams are KU CAT (Kerala University Common Admission Test), CAT, CMAT, and KMAT. The final selection is based on a combination of entrance test scores, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). The GD and PI are conducted at the university campus and carry significant weightage in the final selection. Candidates are advised to prepare for both the written test (covering general awareness, tourism knowledge, English, and reasoning) and the GD/PI rounds, which assess communication skills, industry awareness, and personality.

Ans. MTTM graduates from Kerala University can pursue careers in tour operations and travel agencies, hotel and resort management, airline and airport management, destination management organisations, tourism boards (Kerala Tourism, India Tourism), event management, cruise tourism, and eco-tourism. Kerala's thriving tourism industry - with over 1.5 crore domestic and international tourists annually - provides excellent placement opportunities. Graduates can also appear for government tourism department positions, work with international travel companies, or pursue entrepreneurship in the tourism sector. Some graduates also pursue PhD in Tourism Management or appear for UGC-NET to enter academia.

Ans. Yes, the MTTM curriculum at Kerala University includes practical training and industry exposure components. Students are typically required to undertake internships with travel agencies, hotels, tourism boards, or airlines as part of the programme. The Department of Tourism Studies at Kariavattom Campus has linkages with Kerala Tourism and various industry partners, providing students with opportunities for field visits, guest lectures by industry professionals, and placement assistance. Thiruvananthapuram's proximity to major tourist destinations like Kovalam, Varkala, and the backwaters of Alappuzha provides additional practical learning opportunities.

Ans. The MTTM programme at Kerala University has a seat intake of 15, making it one of the most selective tourism management programmes in the state. With a small cohort and a multi-stage selection process (entrance test + GD + PI), admission is competitive. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds, relevant work experience or internships in the tourism/hospitality sector, and good communication skills tend to perform better in the selection process. The reservation policy of the Government of Kerala applies to the seat distribution.

Ans. Yes, any bachelor's degree holder from a recognised university is eligible to apply for MTTM at Kerala University - there is no restriction on the undergraduate stream. Graduates from BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Tech., and other streams are all eligible, provided they meet the minimum marks requirement (50% for General category). However, candidates with prior exposure to tourism, hospitality, or travel management through their undergraduate studies, internships, or work experience may have an advantage during the GD and PI rounds.