University of Kerala - Courses, Fees, Admission 2024

Established in 1937, the University of Kerala is a premier state university known for its extensive academic programs across various disciplines and its significant contribution to research and education in South India.

Quick Highlights

Established	1937
Type	State University
Accreditation	NAAC A Grade
Rank	Ranked among the top universities in India

Placements & Career

Highest Package

45 LPA

Average Package

7.5 LPA

Top Recruiters

Infosys TCS Wipro HCL Federal Bank UST Global Cognizant

Placement Statistics

Course	Highest Package (LPA)	Average Package (LPA)
B.Tech CSE	38.5	8.2
M.Sc Computer Science	45.0	9.5
B.Tech ECE	35.0	7.8
MBA	25.0	6.5

Research & Innovation

H-Index

15000

Publications

150

Patents

"The university excels in interdisciplinary research, particularly in areas of social sciences, environmental studies, and advanced materials science."

Research Centres

Inter University Centre for Studies in Tourism
Centre for Global Studies
Centre for Evolutionary Biology

Admissions

Admission details for academic session 2026-2027. Check the official university portal for late application forms and entrance exam deadlines.

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Entrance Exams Accepted

CUET (For various UG and PG programs) KEAM (For B.Tech and B.Pharm programs) NET/JRF (For PhD admissions)

Campus Infrastructure

Library Available

Hostels Available

Amenities Included

Key Facilities

Computer Labs with High-Speed Internet Language Labs Research Labs for various departments Virtual Classrooms Wi-Fi Gymnasium Dining Halls Recreation Centers Health Center 24/7 Security

Popular Courses

Course	Duration	Avg Fees	Highlight
M.Sc. Computer Science	2 Years	5000	Strong industry connections and placement opportunities, focus on emerging technologies like AI and Machine Learning.
B.Tech. Civil Engineering	4 Years	15000	Excellent infrastructure, experienced faculty, and a robust curriculum aligned with industry standards.
M.A. Economics	2 Years	4000	Renowned faculty, comprehensive syllabi covering theoretical and applied economics, and strong research focus.
LL.M.	2 Years	12000	Specialized tracks in constitutional law, corporate law, and international law with experienced legal practitioners as adjunct faculty.

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Academic Departments

Physics

Chemistry

Computer Science & Engineering

Statistics

Law

Notable Alumni

K. R. Narayanan

Former President of India Batch of 1943

Shashi Tharoor

Author and Member of Parliament Batch of 1976

M. S. Swaminathan

Agricultural Scientist Batch of 1945

IndCareer Verdict

Strengths

Highly reputed state university with a long history.
Wide range of academic programs and research opportunities.
Strong alumni network.
Affordable fee structure for many courses.
Good placement record, especially for technical courses.

Areas of Concern

Campus can be crowded due to large student intake.
Administrative processes can sometimes be slow.
Infrastructure, although decent, could be modernized in certain areas.

Critical Verification Steps

Verify specific course eligibility criteria and admission deadlines from the official website.
Check the latest NAAC accreditation status and NIRF rankings.
For PhD admissions, closely follow the research and presentation guidelines.

IndCareer Fact Check

This comprehensive profile of University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram was last updated on Mar 03, 2024.

indcareer.com recommends students verify the latest UGC status and specific program details directly from the official University of Kerala website before making any admission decisions.

Student FAQ

The university offers popular courses in B.Tech (CSE, ECE, Civil), M.Sc (Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry), M.A (Economics, English), LL.M, and MBA, among others.

Admissions to B.Tech programs are primarily based on the KEAM entrance examination score, along with qualifying marks in the 12th standard.

Yes, the University of Kerala provides separate hostel facilities for both boys and girls with essential amenities.

The average placement package for engineering graduates ranges between 7.5 to 8.5 LPA, with the highest packages reaching significantly higher amounts for top students and specific disciplines.

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Quick Facts

Type: State
Est. Year: 1937
Hostel: Separate for Boys & Girls
Affiliated Colleges: 150

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