Is a separate entrance exam required for UG admission at MGU Kottayam?

No separate entrance exam is required for general UG programmes at MGU. Admission to BA, B.Sc, B.Com, and Honours programmes at affiliated colleges is purely merit-based on Plus Two marks through the Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) at cap.mgu.ac.in.

What is MGU CAT and which programmes does it cover?

MGU CAT (Common Admission Test) is a 90-minute Computer-Based Test conducted by Mahatma Gandhi University for admission to postgraduate programmes in its 14 university teaching departments and schools. It has 60 multiple-choice questions worth 1 mark each, with no negative marking. Programmes covered include MA, M.Sc, M.Com, BBA LLB (Hons), and other university department PG courses. MBA, M.Ed, and M.Tech use separate admission routes.

Is CUET PG score accepted at MGU Kottayam for PG admission?

Yes, CUET PG scores are accepted for most university department PG programmes at MGU from June 12, 2026. CUET PG is NOT accepted for MBA, M.Ed, M.Tech, MA Social Work in Disability Studies, and Integrated Programmes. A separate rank list is prepared for CUET PG applicants. CAT 2026 rank takes priority over CUET PG rank during allotment.

What is the application fee for MGU CAT 2026?

The application fee for MGU CAT 2026 is INR 1,250 for the first programme or cluster. Each additional programme costs INR 250. A maximum of 4 programmes can be applied for in a single application. CUET PG applicants pay the same fee structure when registering their CUET scores from June 12, 2026.

Can candidates from outside Kerala apply for MGU Kottayam admission?

Yes, candidates from outside Kerala can apply for MGU Kottayam admission. However, only "Keralite" candidates are eligible for mandatory quota, reserved category benefits, and domicile-based reservations. Non-Kerala candidates must apply under the General Category and compete for open merit seats only.

What exams are accepted for MBA admission at MGU Kottayam?

MGU Kottayam MBA admission at the School of Management and Business Studies accepts KMAT Kerala, CAT, CMAT, MAT, and XAT scores. A minimum of 10% in KMAT Kerala, CMAT, or CAT is required for eligibility. Final selection uses a composite of entrance score (80%), Group Discussion (10%), and Personal Interview (10%).

How is the final merit determined for PG admission via MGU CAT?

For PG programmes at MGU university departments, the final rank combines the MGU CAT written test score, interview or group discussion performance (where applicable), and bonus marks for NCC/NSS activities at graduation level. The shortlist for interview includes up to 3 candidates per available seat. The department-wise rank list is published after the interview round.

What is EWS reservation eligibility at MGU Kottayam?

EWS (Economically Weaker Section) reservation at MGU applies to candidates from forward communities whose annual family income does not exceed INR 4 Lakhs, as per GO (MS) No. 128/2020. Applicants must submit an Income and Assets Certificate issued by the Village Officer. Seats not filled by EWS candidates are allotted under General Merit.

What scholarships are available for MGU Kottayam students?

MGU students can access the Central Sector Scheme for College and University Students, the PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child, PG Scholarships for University Rank Holders, and Government of Kerala scholarships at dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in. The university also offers a fee waiver of up to 100% for girl BCA students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs, and up to 20% fee waiver for students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs.

How does the CAP allotment process work at MGU Kottayam?

The CAP allotment at MGU runs in multiple rounds: a trial allotment, followed by the first allotment, second allotment, and third allotment. After the trial allotment, candidates can revise their college preferences before the first official allotment. Once a candidate accepts an allotment and pays fees at the college, they cannot participate in further rounds. SC/ST candidates get a separate special allotment round after the main rounds.

MG University Ranking 2026

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Collegedunia Ranking

MG University Education ranking by Collegedunia.com is 25 out of 200 colleges in India in 2026 and it was 66 out of 201 colleges in India in 2025.

Stream / Category	2026 Ranking	2025 Ranking
Vocational Courses Compare	#71 out of 100 in India 2026 #2nd in Kerala	-
Animation Compare	#16 out of 100 in India 2026 #1st in Kerala	-
Mass Communications Compare	#74 out of 100 in India 2026 #5th in Kerala	-
Education Compare	#25 out of 200 in India 2026 #2nd in Kerala	#66 out of 201 in India 2025 #3rd in Kerala
Paramedical Compare	#107 out of 200 in India 2026 #6th in Kerala	-

The Week Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by The Week is 22 out of 92 colleges in India in 2024 and it was 17 out of 85 colleges in India in 2023.

Stream / Category	2024 Ranking	2023 Ranking	2022 Ranking
Overall Compare	#22 out of 92 in India 2024	#17 out of 85 in India 2023	#18 out of 81 in India 2022

NIRF Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by NIRF is 79 out of 200 colleges in India in 2025 and it was 67 out of 200 colleges in India in 2024.

Stream / Category	2025 Ranking	2024 Ranking	2023 Ranking
Overall Compare	#79 out of 200 in India 2025 #4th in Kerala	#67 out of 200 in India 2024 #4th in Kerala	#52 out of 200 in India 2023 #2nd in Kerala

Outlook Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by Outlook is 55 out of 100 colleges in India in 2019.

Stream / Category	2019 Ranking
Overall Compare	#55 out of 100 in India 2019 #2nd in Kerala

IIRF Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by IIRF is 103 out of 160 colleges in India in 2024. MG University Mass Communications ranking by IIRF is 7 out of 100 colleges in India in 2023.

Stream / Category	2025 Ranking	2024 Ranking	2023 Ranking
Journalism Compare	#5 out of 91 in India 2025 #1st in Kerala	-	-
Mass Communications Compare	-	-	#7 out of 100 in India 2023 #1st in Kerala
Overall Compare	-	#103 out of 160 in India 2024	-

NIRF Innovation Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by National Institutional Ranking Framework Innovation is 6-25 out of 25 colleges in India in 2020.

Stream / Category	2020 Ranking
Overall Compare	#6-25 out of 25 in India 2020

THE Ranking

MG University Overall ranking by Times Higher Education is 501 out of 1501 colleges in International in 2026 and it was 501 out of 1501 colleges in International in 2024.

Stream / Category	2026 Ranking	2024 Ranking	2023 Ranking
Overall Compare	#501 out of 1501 in International 2026	#501 out of 1501 in International 2024	#401 out of 1799 in International 2023

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