Kerala University

Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram

Kerala institution is state-level institution based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Established in 1937 as the University of Travancore, it was one of India's 16 universities and the first in Kerala. UGC recognizes University, and it is the only university to have received NAAC accreditation with the highest grade of A++. It is also ranked 24th among India's top institutions and 47th overall by NIRF 2023. University comprises 150 affiliated institutions, 16 faculties, and 41 departments of teaching and research.

University currently offers various UG, graduate, and doctoral programs in subjects like as arts, science, management, law, and communication. The merit list produced by University is used for admission to students to the majority of UG courses. PG admission is based on entrance exam marks. In addition to full-time courses, the university's School of Distance Education provides distance learning programs.

University has around 84000 students , including those from associated colleges, and its distance education school serves over 7000 students. University has 3 major campuses, including Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode. The university also includes designated centers for specialized fields such as Kerala Studies, Nano Technology, Women Studies, Gandhian Studies, etc.

Ranking of University

University is premier institute that has received various rankings from national and international organizations. The rankings of University are shown in the table below:

Courses at University

Admission at University

University UG admission (with the exception of B.Tech, B.Arch, BPA, BFA, and BPEd. courses) is based on the university's published merit list. Admission to the B.Tech, B.Arch, BPA, BFA, and BPEd. programs is obtained by admission exams such as KEAM and NATA, followed by counseling.

University's PG admissions are dependent on entrance exams. The institution takes GATE, CMAT/KMAT/KU CAT, and KLEE for admission to M.Tech, MBA, and LLM programs. Admission to Ph.D. courses is based on university-conducted entrance exam and personal interview.

Steps to Apply:

• Visit University's official admission portal.
• To apply for UG, PG, M.Tech, or B.Ed courses, select the desired level and click "Sign Up" or Register with a valid phone number and email address.
• Log in using the username and password that were provided.
• Complete the application form with the required information, and upload the required document.
• Submit the application after successfully paying the application fees.

Result of University

The University announces results for all UG and graduate courses on its official website. Students who took the exams can verify and get their results at the university's official website. The University also allows for reassessment of answer keys. After the results are announced, students who are dissatisfied with their grades can request that their response scripts be revalued. The application for revaluation must be submitted online exclusively.

Result of University

• Step 1: Go to the official website of University.
• Step 2: Select "Results" tab.
• Step 3: After clicking the "Results" link, a list of various semester results will appear in the browser window. The candidate should find and click on the link to course and semester results. For example, first-year B.Sc (Nursing) degree exam.
• Step 4: Once the PDF link is opened, candidates can see their roll number and total marks listed against the colleges affiliated with university.
• Step 5: Download and print University results for future reference.

Placements at University

University placement drives are arranged by the university's placement unit. The placement cell collaborates with students and recruiters to meet the needs of both. The dedicated placement team ensures that candidates are properly placed and that recruiters are satisfied with the prospects' profiles.

University placement statistics for 2023 have yet to be revealed. According to the NIRF 2023 report, the university had 100% placement rate for the PG (1 year) and 50% for the PG (2 year). The median wage package was offered at INR 3.20 LPA for PG (1 Year) and INR 3.48 LPA for PG (2 Years).

Placement Highlights: 

Some top recruiters of University are:

• Infosys
• HDFC
• ESAF 
• Wipro
• Federal Bank
• UST Global 
• E&Y
• ICICI
• South Indian Bank 
• TCS
• Cognizant
• Air India 

Faculty at University

The University faculty consists 195 people who hold master's and doctoral degrees in their respective professions. The members have backgrounds in Applied Science & Technology, Arts, Ayurveda, Commerce, Dentistry, Education, Fine Arts, Homeopathy, Law, Management, Medicine, and Science, among other professions. The faculty members' strengths are listed below:

• Chairman: 94 
• Professor: 19
• Associate Professor: 32
• Assistant Professor: 46
• Additional Professor: 1
• Reader: 2
• Lecturer: 1

Scholarship for Students

The university provides various scholarships to deserving and economically disadvantaged students. Students pursuing several courses at the institution can earn scholarships, such as:

• UG and PG Merit Scholarships: PG Scholarship is awarded to students who obtain First Class in their Bachelor's degree on their first attempt. The PG Merit-based scholarship is for 2 years and can be discontinued dependent on the awardee's performance. The PG Merit-based Scholarship is worth 3000 INR annually.
• Student support Fund Scholarship
• Student Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme (SGPAIS).

Facilities at University

• Campus Library:    The University has a large library at its university campus that was established in 1976 and serves as a reference library for research researchers. The library holds about 7000 items and subscribes to over 60 magazines. It also provides internet, reprographic, UGC (Infonet), e-journal, and other services.
• Department Libraries:   In addition to the campus library, each teaching department has its own library, with 34 on university site and 6 on the Senate House campus.
• Sports Facilities:   University's many campuses provide excellent sports opportunities. The university has a playground where students can play cricket, hockey, and football. Students can also play gymnasium and indoor games.
• Observatory:   The Trivandrum Observatory is built on a hill that is 60 feet high and 200 feet above sea level. The observatory's geographical location is 8 degrees 30 minutes north latitude and approximately 76 degrees 59 minutes east longitude. It is part of University's Department of Physics.

Alumni at University

Some world's most prominent people graduated from university. Some university's top alumni members are listed below.