Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam (MGU KOTTAYAM) - Admission

State University

NAAC A, UGC

Kottayam, Kerala

State University

NAAC A, UGC

Kottayam, Kerala

MGU Kottayam Admission 2023: Courses, Eligibility Criteria

Updated On - February 14 2023 by Abhinandan Singh

MGU Kottayam Admission 2023 is based on candidate performance in the last qualifying degree merit/ marks scored in the university entrance exam. Mahatma Gandhi University was established in the year 1983 as a public university in Kottayam, Kerala, India. It is approved by the UGC and is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council of India. Candidates can fill the application forms from the official MGU website along with the registration fee of Rs. 500/- at the University Cash Counter or through demand draft (DD). The university has around 300 affiliated colleges spread over five districts in central Kerala. For admission in Ph.D. courses, candidates must have a relevant PG Degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks. MGU Kottayam Admission 2023 conducts its own Written Aptitude Test (WAT) for admission in the Ph.D. programme. Candidates can check all the details related to MGU Kottayam Admission 2023 from this article.

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MGU Kottayam Admission 2023 is in process. 

MGU Kottayam Admission 2023 Highlights

Candidates can check the basic information related to admission at MGU Kottayam from the table given below:
MGU Kottayam Basic Details
University NameMGU or Mahatma Gandhi University
University TypePublic University
Establishment Year1983
Admission CriteriaEntrance exam CAT-MGU for PG), CAP for UG admission
Application ModeOnline 
Official Websitehttps://www.mgu.ac.in/

MG University Admission 2023 Important Dates

Events Dates
Application for M.EdJun 6, 2023 - Jun 15, 2023
Interview/ Admission for M.EdJun 22, 2023
Application For PhDApr 12, 2023 - Apr 30, 2023
Entrance Exam For PhDMay 18, 2023
Application for PG (CAT-MGU)Feb 20, 2023 - Jun 29, 2023
CAT RegistrationAug 8, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023
CAT ExamNov 25, 2023
Last date for MBA application processAug 20, 2023
Online application process for UG CAPJul 29, 2023 - Aug 13, 2023
Publication of Provisional Rank List & Trial AllotmentAug 18, 2023
Data modification by applicantsAug 18, 2023 - Aug 24, 2023
First allotmentAug 27, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universityAug 27, 2023 - Sep 1, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeAug 27, 2023 - Sep 1, 2023
Facility for option modification (rearrangement & deletion only)Sep 2, 2023 - Sep 3, 2023
Second allotmentSep 7, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universitySep 7, 2023 - Sep 9, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeSep 7, 2023 - Sep 9, 2023
Facility for option modification (rearrangement & deletion only)Sep 10, 2023 - Sep 11, 2023
Third allotmentSep 15, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universitySep 15, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeSep 15, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023
acility for option modification (rearrangement & deletion only)Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023
Fourth allotmentSep 23, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universitySep 23, 2023 - Sep 25, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeSep 23, 2023 - Sep 25, 2023
Commencement of classesSep 27, 2023
Online registration for Special Allotment - I for SC/STSep 27, 2023 - Sep 29, 2023
Special Allotment - I for SC/STOct 1, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universityOct 1, 2023 - Oct 4, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeOct 1, 2023 - Oct 4, 2023
Online registration for Special Allotment - II for SC/STOct 5, 2023 - Oct 6, 2023
Special Allotment - II for SC/STOct 8, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universityOct 8, 2023 - Oct 11, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeOct 8, 2023 - Oct 11, 2023
Online registration for Supplementary Allotment - IOct 12, 2023 - Oct 18, 2023
Supplementary Allotment - IOct 21, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universityOct 21, 2023 - Oct 23, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeOct 21, 2023 - Oct 23, 2023
Facility for option modification (rearrangement & deletion only)Oct 25, 2023 - Oct 26, 2023
Supplementary - II allotmentOct 29, 2023
Online payment of fee due to universityOct 29, 2023 - Nov 1, 2023
Online admission in Colleges & payment of fee due to collegeOct 29, 2023 - Nov 1, 2023

MG University PG Courses Admission 2023

Mahatma Gandhi University offers various full-time courses such as MA, M.Sc, MSW, MTTM, MHM, M.Ed, and MRS at the postgraduate level. Admission to all the courses is based on MGU CAT entrance test. Check the details of postgraduate courses in the table below:

CourseSpecializationsMinimum Eligibility Criteria
M.ScBiochemistryShould have passed B.Sc degree in Botany/Zoology/Biochemistry, Biophysics/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemistry/Physics with not
less than 50 % marks in Part III.
Biotechnology
Biophysics
Microbiology
Inorganic
Chemistry
BSc in Chemistry with Mathematics and Physics as subsidiaries with minimum average 50% marks from a recognized university/board in Part III.
Organic
Chemistry
Physical
Chemistry
Polymer
Chemistry
Computer Science A candidate having B.Sc in Computer Science/Computer Application/BCA or any other B.Sc Degree with Computer Science or equivalent with not less than 50% marks in Part III are eligible to apply.
Psychology Pass in any graduate programme with not less than 50% marks in Part III.
PhysicsHave passed BSc in Physics with Mathematics as a subsidiary subject with not less than 50% marks in Part III.
Environment Science & ManagementBSc degree in any of the these; Geography, Life Science, Environment Science, Environment Management, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant or Animal Science, Agriculture, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Horticulture, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Forestry, B Tech in Civil/ Mechanical/ Chemical/ Environmental or equivalent thereto with minimum 50% score.
Environment Science and Disaster Management
MAPolitics and International
Relations 
To apply for those a candidate Should have BA in Economics/ Politics/ History/ Law with not less than 45% marks or B A in English/ Sociology/ Anthropology / Psychology/ Geography/ Philosophy/ Commerce with not less than 50% marks or B Sc in any branch with not less than 60% marks.
Politics and Human Rights
Public Policy and
Governance
EconomicsBachelors degree in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics with
at least 45% marks in Core and Complementary subjects or equivalent degree from an institution approved by MGU.
MalayalamAspirants holding a degree of Graduation in Malayalam with not less than 45% marks (or CGPA of 1.8) in Part III or degree in Arts/Science with a minimum of 50% marks in Part II Malayalam can apply for MA in Malayalam.
EnglishA graduate in English with not less than 45% marks in Part III or degree in Arts/Science with a minimum of 50% marks in Part I English are eligible to apply for MA in English.
Social work in Disability
Studies and Action 
Any graduate can apply for this course.
Gandhian StudiesAny graduate having a score of not less than 45% marks in
Part III are eligible to apply.
Development Studies
HistoryBachelor’s degree holder in Social Sciences with not less than 45% marks in Part III is open to for MA in History & Anthropology admission.
Anthropology 
Master of Tourism and Travel
Management
------Undergraduate degree holder with not less than 50% marks in any discipline of this University or any other University recognized by MGU can apply.
M.EdEnglishA candidate who has passed B.Ed with not less than 55% marks are open to apply for MGU M.Ed admission.
Hindi
Malayalam
Sanskrit
Arabic
Mathematics
Science
Social Science 
Commerce
IT & Computer
Science Education
LLM------Pass in LLB or equivalent examination with 50% marks from approved by MG University.
M.PESBachelor degree in Physical Education (BPE/BPES/BPEd).
MBAGraduate in any subject with 50% marks in Part III subjects with
valid KMAT/CMAT/CAT score.

MG University UG Courses Admission 2023

Mahatma Gandhi University offers various undergraduate full-time courses such as BA, BCA, BSW, BBM, B.Voc, B.Lib.I.Sc, B.Com and LLB. Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary Examination i.e. class 12 from a recognized board of education in the related stream. Admission to the course will be based on merit as per university norms.

CoursesSpecializationsMinimum Eligibility Criteria
BAArabicCandidates should have working knowledge in Arabic and studied Arabic in Secondary/ Higher Secondary /Equivalent course.
EnglishA candidate who have passed XII or equivalent
examination or an examination recognised by this University as equivalent thereto. 
Hindi 
Malayalam
Sanskrit An applicant should have passed XII or equivalent with Sanskrit & should have working knowledge in Sanskrit.
Tamil For BA Tamil programme in addition to the normal eligibility criteria, candidates should have working knowledge in Tamil and studied Tamil at 10+2 or equivalent examinations.
Animation and Graphic Design ModelShould have passed 12th in any discipline.
Multimedia Model
Animation and Visual Effects
Audiography and Digital Editing Mode
Economics
History
Islamic History
Philosophy 
Political Science 
Sociology
Mass Communication and Journalism
BFTFashion Technology One should have passed XII or equivalent or Diploma in Engineering from a recognised university board.
BSWSocial WorkCandidates shall be required to have passed 12th or equivalent examination 
B.VOCFood Processing Technology
Sustainable Agriculture
Renewable Energy
 Industrial Instrumentation & Automation
Renewable Energy Technology and Management
Agricultural Technology
Agro-Food Processing
 Food Technology & Analysis
Sports Nutrition and Physiotherapy
Fashion Technology
Animation and Graphic Design
Broadcasting and Journalism
Fashion Design and Management
Fashion Technology & Merchandising
 Logistics Management
Marketing Management and IT
Retail Management and IT
 Tourism & Hospitality
 Tourism & Hospitality Management
B.Sc.Psychology
Apparel and Fashion Design
Food Technology & Quality AssuranceCandidates should have passed XII or equivalent exam in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology or Home Science with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Aquaculture with chemistry and Biology/Mathematics as individual subjects of study.
BioinformaticsCandidates shall be required to have passed the 12th or equivalent exam with Biology as one of the optional subjects.
Biotechnology
Botany
Botany and Biotechnology
ChemistryApplicants should have passed the XII or equivalent exam with Chemistry as one of the optional subjects.
Clinical Nutrition & DieteticsA candidate shall be required to have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with essentials of Home Science or Biology as one of the main subjects.
Family & Community Science An applicant should have passed the 12th or equivalent examination or an examination.
Food Science and Quality ControlCandidates shall be required to have passed XII or equivalent exam in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology or Home Science with Physics, Chemistry & Biology or Aquaculture with chemistry & Biology/Mathematics as individual subjects of study.
GeologyApplicants should have passed 10+2 or equivalent exam with any of these Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Geology.
MathematicsCandidates holding a 10+2 or equivalent examination certificate with Mathematics as one of the optional subjects or Mathematics as one of the subjects in Commerce group.
Microbiology Have passed XII or equivalent exam with Biology as one of the optional subjects.
PhysicsAspirants will be required to have passed 12th or equivalent exam with Physics as one of the optional subjects to apply.
Recreation, Leisure & Sports StudiesShould have passed 12th or equivalent exam.
StatisticsOne should have passed the 12th or equivalent exam with Mathematics / Statistics as one of the subjects.
ZoologyCandidates shall be required to have passed SSC  examination with Biology as one of the optional subjects.
 Zoology and Industrial Microbiology 
Electronic Equipment Maintenance Candidates should a certificate of 12th examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as optional. 
Geology & Water Management Applicant should hold a certificate of 12th or equivalent examination with any two of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Geology. 
Biological Techniques and Specimen PreparationShould have passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as optional. 
Culinary Arts & Catering Technology Applying candidate should have passed 12th.
Computer ScienceShould have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with PCM.
 Computer ApplicationsOne should have passed the 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Computer Science.
 Cyber Forensic The candidate is required to have passed XII with an aggregate of 55% marks for any of the three of the subjects viz. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Computer Science and 50% marks for Mathematics alone. 
Electronics and Computer MaintenanceA pass in 10+2 in science stream with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory subjects. 
BCA------Candidates who have passed 12th or equivalent examination in science stream with Mathematics/Computer Science/Informatics Practices as optional are eligible to apply.
BPESPhysical Education and Sports 

Candidates shall be required to have passed 12th or equivalent examination with a certificate in Physical Education of at least two years duration from a
recognised institution of Physical Education.

B.Com-------

Those who have passed the SSC or equivalent exam recognized by this University with Book-Keeping & Accountancy and any two of the following subjects, viz., (1) Economics(2) Commercial Correspondence and Commercial Geography (3) Commerce (4) Life Insurance with
Salesmanship (5) Banking with Secretarial Practice (6) Business Studies (7) Mathematics (8) Computer Science / Computer Applications (9) Informatics Practice& Management, (10) Management (11) Informatics Practice,(12) Accountancy as optional under Part III of the
Examination. 

OR

Have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination recognized by this University in any discipline in Part III optional subjects provided they have secured 45% of the aggregate marks for open category candidates. For SC/ST applicants and ST candidates of Lakshadweep, only minimum pass marks are required and for SEBC and OEC applicants 3% and 5% relaxation of marks respectively are allowed.

BBA

Candidate must have passed 12th or equivalent examination.

BBM

Should hold a certificate of 10+2 or equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate. 

BHM

Should have minimum 45% marks in aggregate at 12th or equivalent exam.

BTTMTourism & Travel Manangement 

Any candidate who has passed 10+2 is eligible for admission. 

Mahatma Gandhi University Ph.D Admission 2023

The University offers admission in PhD course at Doctorate level. Candidates must have Postgraduate Degrees in the relevant subjects for admission to the course. Interested candidates have to qualify UGC NET entrance exam.

Name of CourseDoctor of Philosophy
Course Duration3 Years
Application ModeOnline
Entrance RequiredUGC-NET/JRF
Selection ProcessEntrance + Interview
Eligibility criteriaPG degree in a relevant subject

The Ph.D program is offered in the following specializations:

PhD Specializations
Development StudiesPhysiologyMobile Computing And Networking Applications
Gandhian StudiesBiochemistryScience
PsychologyBiotechnologyData-Mining
Social SciencesEnvironmental BiologySoft Computing
Special EducationGeologyImage Processing
Disaster ManagementMicrobiologyInternational Relation
Management StudiesPhysicsInterdisciplinary Research
Interdisciplinary CoursesInterdisciplinaryEnvironmental Biotechnology
NursingClimate StudiesEnvironmental Chemistry

MGU Ph.D Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidate must have Master's Degree in related field with minimum of 55 percent marks (Reserved category candidates i.e. SC/ST/OBC/Specially Abled candidates and for candidates applying under Professional category must have 50%).
  • Candidates have to appear in Written Aptitude Test (WAT) conducted by university.

MGU Ph.D Selection Process:

  • Candidate must have qualify the WAT exam.
  • Candidates who have qualified UGC/ CSIR/ DST/ National/ State Level Fellowship/ GATE/ GPAT/ SLET/ NET/ M.Phil are exempted from PhD entrance examination and can apply directly for the Personal Interview.
  • The selection of candidates will be purely based on merit list prepared by university on the basis of marks obtained by candidate in the entrance exam, in Personal interview (PI), and in their Post Graduation examination.
  • Selected candidates will have to appear in Group Discussion and Personal Interview round.

Mahatma Gandhi University M.Phil Admission 2023

The University offers admission in the M.Phil programfor which candidates must have Postgraduate Degrees in the relevant subjects. Admission is based on entrance test conducted by university followed by interview.

Name of CourseMaster oh Philosophy
Course Duration1 Year
Application ModeOnline
Entrance RequiredUGC-NET/JRF
Selection ProcessEntrance + Interview
Eligibility criteriaPG degree in a relevant subject

The M.Phil program is offered in the following specializations:

M.Phil Specializations
Development StudiesAquatic Biology & Fisheries
EconomicsPhysics
Gandhian StudiesBioscience
HistoryComputer Science
International PoliticsEnvironmental Sciences
Rehabilitation PsychologySocial Science
SociologyTourism
ManagementBusiness Studies
AnthropologyEnvironment Management
Applied Physics-

MGU M.Phil Eligibility Criteria:

  • Applicants with Master's Degree in related field with minimum of 55 percent marks (50 percent for reserved category candidates).
  • Interested candidates must have appeared in Written Aptitude Test conducted by university.

MG University 2023 Application Process

To apply for MG University Kottayam admission follow the below steps:
  • Visit the official website of MHU Kottayam i.e. www.mgu.ac.in/
  • Click on the "Admission 2023".
  • Then click on the option as asked and wants to apply for.
  • Registration will be required & then only form can be filled.
  • Upload the scanned copy of required documents.
  • Must not fill the multiple form or else will be rejected by the authority.
  • Submit the application fee as per the course.
Application fee to be paid:
CategoryFees
MGU Application fee for UG(CAP)2023
All open category candidatesRs 750/-
SC/ST candidates Rs 375/-
MGU MBA Application Fee 2023
General candidatesRs 1100/-
SC/ST candidatesRs 550/-
Mode of Payment-Online via Debit Card/ Credit Card or Internet Banking

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