Kerala University MA admission 2023 is ongoing. MA Supplementary Allotment is out now. Candidates who applied for admission can check the allotment results through the official website  – admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in. Check Kerala University Admission 2023

Kerala University MA Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
Applications Start Date June 12, 2023
Last date of Registration July 20, 2023
Trial Allotment July 22, 2023
Last date for editing July 24, 2023
First Allotment July 25, 2023
Admission for the First Allotment July 26 – July 29, 2023
Second Allotment August 01, 2023
College Joining August 02 – August 03, 2023
First Community Quota Allotment August 02, 2023
Admission Date  August 03 – August 04, 2023
Commencement of classes August 07, 2023

Kerala University MA Eligibility Criteria

The Eligibility Criteria for a candidate applying in Kerala University under the MA course is as follows:

  • Candidates should have secured at least 50% marks in the respective subject. .
  • Candidates should have completed 10+2+3 from a recognised Board or university with a minimum of 50% marks or CGPA of 3.5 or above on a 7-point scale. 5 or above on a 5-point scale.
  • Relaxation of 5% is provided to the reserved categories.
  • Candidates waiting for their graduation results can also apply.
  • Candidate should be a citizen of India. Foreign national students are not eligible to apply.

Kerala University MA Admission Guidelines

The selection criteria in Kerala University is completely based on the entrance exam results. Candidates should secure at least 25% of marks in the entrance exam followed by the counselling procedure. Candidates should be present with all the original documents at the time of counselling. Failing to produce any document at the time of counselling will result in cancellation of admission.

Kerala University MA Application Process

The procedure to be followed by the applicant during registration is as follows:

  • Candidate needs to visit the official site and click on registration.
  • Enter the basic details as asked in the application form. Upon entering all the details, the candidate will receive an application number and password for future reference.
  • Login again with the application number and password and enter all the personal details, qualification details.
  • Upload all the desired documents as asked in the form.
  • Click on the online button for fee payment. Fee can be paid by online method from debit/credit card, net banking, challan etc.
  • After fee payment, upload a recent passport size photograph and signature as instructed in the form.
  • Verify all the information once before the final submit.
  • Click on submit and then print the application form for future reference.

Documents Required:

Candidates need to report with the following documents at the time of admission:

  • Admission Memo
  • Receipt of Fee
  • 10th certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Last qualifying exam degree.
  • 12th Marksheet
  • Domicile Certificate

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Entrance Exam Pattern

Admission to MA in Kerala University will be conducted via an entrance exam. The pattern for the exam is as follows:

  • Mode of the examination will be offline.
  • The medium of examination is English.
  • 2 hours of duration time.
  • MCQ and descriptive type questions. 60MCQ questions and 12 descriptive questions, out of which candidates need to attempt 8 questions.
  • 0.25 marks negative marking for every incorrect answer marked by the candidate.

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Kerala University MA Course Details

Kerala University acknowledges the MA course under 27 specialisations. Here is the name of the specialization offered under MA:

Arabic Language & Literature Malayalam With Media Studies Sanskrit - Special Nyaya
Business Economics Music Sanskrit- Special Sahitya
Economics Personal Management Sanskrit- Special Vedanta
English Language & Literature Philosophy Sanskrit - Special Vyakarana
Hindi Language & Literature Political Science Sanskrit Language & Literature
History Politics Sanskrit Special
Human Resources Management Psychology Sociology
Islamic History Public Administration Syriac
Malayalam Language & Literature Sanskrit -special Jyotisha Tamil Language & Literature

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Kerala University MA Reservation Criteria

The reservation Criteria in Kerala University for MA course is as follows:

Colleges Type Seat Reservation % of Reservation
Government Colleges General Merit Quota 50%
Socially and Educationally Backward Class 20%
Ezhava 8% -
Muslim 7% -
Latin Catholic 1% -
Other Backward Christian 1% -
Other Backward Hindu 3% -
Economically Weaker Section 10%
SC/ST 20%
SC 15% -
ST 05% -
Aided Colleges General Merit Quota 50%
SC 15%
ST 5%
Community Quota 10%
Management Quota Depends on the left over seats in the college

Kerala University MA Fee Structure

The fee structure in Kerala University for MA course is as follows:

Year 1 2
Tuition fee 563 563
Admission fee 50 -
Registration fee 50 -
Another fee 2020 -
Total year wise 2683 563
Grand Total 3,246

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Kerala University MA FAQs

Ques. What is the application fee for the PG course in Kerala University?

Ans. The application fee for General category is Rs. 525/- and for SC/ST, Rs. 265/-

Ques. What are the total fees for the MA course?

Ans. The total fee structure for the MA course in Kerala University is Rs. 3246.

Ques. Under how many specializations does Kerala University offer an MA course?

Ans. Kerala University offers under 20 specializations in MA course. For the specializations refer to the course details section.

Ques. Does MA course of Kerala University have scope?

Ans. The Master of Arts course has vast variety of career opportunities for graduates in the private as well as public sectors of various reputed organizations in India and overseas.

Ques. What are the criteria of admission to Kerala University?

Ans. Admission to Kerala University is carried out by the merit-based entrance exam and then followed by the Counselling Process and interview.