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University of Kerala

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Public University
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University of Kerala: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    University of Kerala is a public university in India with bachelor’s and master’s study options. It suits students who want a broad selection across engineering, business, architecture, and arts at a public institution.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s and master’s level across 19 programmes. Examples include Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Master in Science in Computer Science and Engineering, M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Executive Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Language and Literature, and Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics and ELT (Final).

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions on the official website. If you are applying for a particular degree, confirm whether there are separate requirements for that subject.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in India will depend on the city, housing, transport, and daily expenses, so check those separately before you apply.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it for your chosen programme before applying. Also check visa steps, document legalization, academic equivalency, health insurance, and whether your programme has any additional entrance or portfolio requirements.

  6. How it compares

    With 475 universities in India, University of Kerala is one option in a large higher-education system. Its profile is defined by public status, two degree levels, and a 19-programme catalogue that reaches engineering, business, architecture, and arts, so it is a reasonable choice if you want a mix of professional and academic study rather than a single-subject specialist institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Kerala

What type of institution is University of Kerala?

It is a public university.

What degree levels does it offer?

It offers bachelor’s and master’s degree study.

How many programmes are listed?

19 programmes are listed.

Where can I find the official website?

The official website is http://www.keralauniversity.ac.in/.

Overview

University of Kerala, commonly referred to as Kerala University and formerly known as University of Travancore, is a public state university in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, India. It was established in 1937 by a promulgation of the Maharajah of Travancore, Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma who was also the first Chancellor of the university. C. P. Ramaswamy Iyer, the then Diwan of the State was the first Vice-Chancellor. It was the first university in Kerala, and among the first in the country. It is accredited by NAAC with highest grade of 'A++' and scored 3.67 points out of 4.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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