Mahatma Gandhi Unversity: Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Admission

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), established in 1983, is a public state university headquartered in Kottayam, Kerala, with regional centers including Kochi. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC. The university offers UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral programs across arts, science, commerce, management, law, engineering, and education.

Popular programs include BA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Tech, BBA, BCA, MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, MCA, LLB, and Ph.D.. Admissions are conducted through merit-based selection and national/state-level entrance exams (CUET, KEAM, CAT, etc.).

Eligibility: 10+2 for UG programs; graduation in relevant field for PG programs; PG degree for Ph.D.

Admission Process: Online application, entrance exam evaluation, counseling, and enrollment.

Fee Highlights: UG programs range from ₹15,000–40,000 per year; PG programs from ₹20,000–60,000 per year; Ph.D. fees vary by discipline.

Campus

Located in Kochi, Kerala, MGU’s regional campus provides facilities such as:

• Central library with digital resources
• Engineering and science laboratories
• Computer centers and IT hubs
• Sports complexes and stadium
• Hostels for boys and girls
• Research centers and seminar halls
• Medical units and student support services

Placement

The university’s placement cell provides career guidance, internships, and industry exposure. Key highlights include:

• Recruiters: Infosys, Wipro, TCS, HCL, Cognizant, Deloitte, banks, and regional firms
• Average Package: ₹3–5 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹8–10 LPA
• Sectors: IT, commerce, management, law, and education
• Career Support: Workshops, counseling, and skill development programs

Scholarship

MGU offers multiple scholarship opportunities:

• Government Schemes: SC/ST/OBC/minority scholarships
• Merit Scholarships: For academic excellence
• Need-Based Waivers: Financial support for economically weaker students
• Special Scholarships: For women achievers and differently-abled students

On average, 25–30% of students benefit annually.

Cut Off

Admission cut-offs at MGU vary by program:

• B.Tech: KEAM/JEE Main rank
• MBA: CAT/MAT/CMAT percentile (50–65+)
• Law: CLAT percentile benchmarks
• UG Programs: Merit-based (10+2 marks)
• Ph.D.: Entrance exam + interview

The university publishes clear guidance for each session, helping aspirants understand eligibility benchmarks.