What is the admission process for B.Tech at MG University?

B.Tech admission at MG University is through KEAM score and the CAP portal at cap.mgu.ac.in. Candidates must qualify KEAM, register on the CAP, fill preferences, and accept the allotted seat.

What is the minimum eligibility for B.Tech at MG University?

Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. A minimum of 45% marks in PCM is required for General and OBC candidates. A valid KEAM rank is mandatory.

What is MG CAT and which PG programmes use it?

MG CAT is the Common Admission Test for PG admission to MG University teaching departments. It covers MA, MSc, LLM, and other university PG courses. The test has 60 MCQs, 90 minutes duration, and no negative marking.

Is GATE required for M.Tech admission at MG University?

No. GATE-qualified candidates are exempt from MG CAT for M.Tech admission. They can apply directly through the CAT portal. Candidates without GATE must appear for MG CAT.

Which entrance exam is needed for MG University MBA?

MG University MBA at SMBS accepts CMAT, CAT, and KMAT (Kerala) scores. Final selection uses these scores (80%), GD (10%), and PI (10%). Apply at smbsadmissions.mgu.ac.in.

Does MG University have a management quota?

Yes. Self-financing colleges affiliated to MG University offer management quota seats. The quota percentage varies by college. Candidates must contact the respective college management directly to apply for these seats.

What is the MG CAT 2026 application fee?

The MG CAT 2026 application fee is INR 1,250 for the first programme. Each additional programme costs INR 250. A maximum of four programmes can be applied for in a single application.

Can final-year students apply for PG at MG University?

Yes. Final-year UG students can apply for PG admission at MG University. Admission is conditional on submitting mark lists before the commencement of the first semester exams.

MG University BA Visual Arts: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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The Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts (now offered as BA Interior Architecture & Artistry) at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to MGU and primarily offered at St. Joseph College of Communication (SJCC), Changanacherry. The course spans 8 semesters and covers a rich blend of interior design, architectural drawing, sculpture, painting, 3D visualization, landscaping, set designing, and wall art. Total fees for the programme are Rs. 2,80,000 (for 4 years at Rs. 35,000 per semester x 8 semesters), with a seat intake of 50 at SJCC. The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular among students aspiring to careers in interior design, architecture, art direction, and the creative industries.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year is upcoming and will commence after the publication of Kerala Plus Two (DHSE/VHSE) results, expected in May-June 2026. The MGU UG CAP (Centralized Allotment Process) for 2026-27 will begin shortly after Plus Two results are declared. Based on the 2025 schedule, the supplementary allotment and final admissions were completed by August 29, 2025. For 2026-27, a similar timeline is expected, with admissions likely to close by August-September 2026.

Key Points

The course was previously known as BA Visual Arts (Interior Design) and has been renamed to BA (Hons) Interior Architecture & Artistry under the MGU UGP (Honours) framework from 2024 onwards.
Students have the option to exit after 3 years with a UG degree (133 credits) or continue for 4 years to earn a degree with Honours (177 credits).
The programme is offered at St. Joseph College of Communication (SJCC), Changanacherry - the first university-affiliated media college in South India, accredited with NAAC B++ grade.
The curriculum is strongly practice-oriented, with subjects including Fundamentals of Drawing & Design, Interior Design Sketching, 3D Visualization, Acoustic Design, Furniture Modeling, and Environmental Art.
SJCC has a dedicated Material Library, Sculpture Studio, and AI & XR Nexus Studio, providing students with industry-standard infrastructure.
Alumni of the BA Visual Arts programme have gone on to work as architects, interior designers, and art directors at firms across India and abroad (e.g., H Plus Architects, PP Architects).

SJCC BA Fees

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	Rs. 35,000
Tuition Fee (8 semesters)	Rs. 2,80,000
Other Charges (approx.)	As applicable per semester
Hostel Fees	Not mandatory; available separately on request
Total Fees (Tuition, 4 years)	Rs. 2,80,000

The fee of Rs. 35,000 per semester is the tuition fee as reported by students and third-party sources.
The official 2025-26 fee structure from SJCC has not been separately published online; students are advised to confirm the latest fee breakup directly with the college at admission@sjcc.ac.in or +91 9496 385 400.
A late payment fine of Rs. 500 per semester is applicable; students can inform the college in advance to avoid complications.
Hostel facility is available at SJCC but is not mandatory.
Hostel fees are to be confirmed directly with the college.
Education loans are available through banks.
The college also facilitates loans for equipment such as laptops and cameras.
No EMI option is officially mentioned; fee is payable semester-wise (every 6 months).

SJCC BA Admission 2026

MGU UG CAP Admission Schedule

Event	Date (2026-27, Tentative based on 2025 schedule)
Kerala Plus Two (DHSE) Results	May-June 2026 (expected)
MGU UG CAP Registration Opens	Immediately after Plus Two results (June 2026, tentative)
Supplementary Allotment I	July 2026 (tentative)
Online Payment of University Fee	July 2026 (tentative)
Admission in Colleges & Payment of College Fees	July-August 2026 (tentative)
Supplementary Allotment II	August 2026 (tentative)
Rank List Publication (College Level)	August 2026 (tentative)
Closing of Admissions	August-September 2026 (tentative)
Commencement of Classes	June-July 2026 (tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Entrance Exam Dates
No mandatory entrance exam is required for admission to BA Visual Arts / BA Interior Architecture & Artistry at MGU. Admission is purely merit-based through the MGU UG CAP process, based on Plus Two marks.

The 2025-26 UG CAP closed admissions on August 29, 2025.
The 2026-27 schedule will be published at cap.mgu.ac.in after Plus Two results are declared.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed the Plus Two (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
No minimum percentage is prescribed for general eligibility; however, merit-based allotment is based on Plus Two aggregate marks.
Candidates from any stream (Science, Commerce, Humanities) are eligible to apply.

Admission Process

Register online at cap.mgu.ac.in after Kerala Plus Two results are published.
Submit required documents and option entries (college and course preferences) through the CAP portal.
Allotment is made based on Plus Two merit, reservation norms, and option entries.
Candidates allotted to SJCC must report to the college and pay fees within the stipulated dates.
Final admission is confirmed upon payment of fees at the college.

SJCC BA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Options

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana (National Scholarship Portal)	Minimum 80% in Class 12; enrolled in AICTE-recognized UG course; parental annual income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs	Rs. 82,000 per annum
Post Matric Scholarship (Kerala Government - SC/ST)	SC/ST students enrolled in recognized UG programmes	As per government norms
SJCC Internal Scholarship (Cheruthundam)	Based on academic performance; awarded each semester	Partial fee waiver (amount varies)
Scholarship for Armed Forces Families	Students from Army/Navy family background	As per college norms

The NSP scholarship requires 75% attendance and maintenance of 50% marks throughout the course.
The SJCC internal Cheruthundam scholarship is awarded each semester to deserving students based on academic performance.
Students from SC/ST and OBC categories may also avail state government scholarships through the Kerala Scholarship Portal (scholarships.kerala.gov.in).
Application deadlines for NSP scholarships are typically in October-November each year; students must apply through scholarships.gov.in.

SJCC BA Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Graduate	Employer
Lakshmi Manoj (BA Visual Arts)	H Plus Architects, Changanassery
Albin Johnson (BA Visual Arts)	PP Architects, Kottayam

Exclusive course-level placement statistics for BA Visual Arts at MGU/SJCC are not publicly available.
However, SJCC's placement records for 2025 show that BA Visual Arts graduates have been placed at:
The above are individual placement highlights from SJCC's official placement page for 2025.
Comprehensive placement statistics specific to this course are not separately published.

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