MGU Kerala Admission 2026

Mahatma Gandhi University

Kottayam, Kerala · MGU Kerala · Estd. 1983

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

MGU UG CAP and PG CAP 2026 application windows typically open June-July 2026. Check cap.mgu.ac.in for notifications. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Mahatma Gandhi University

Mahatma Gandhi University, established on 2 October 1983 in Kottayam, is a state university serving the central Kerala districts of Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Pathanamthitta and parts of Alappuzha. Headquartered at Priyadarshini Hills in Athirampuzha, the university was named in honour of Mahatma Gandhi and was formed by carving out areas from the University of Kerala.

The university has 24 departments and over 300 affiliated colleges (arts, science, professional, training colleges). MGU is NAAC A++ accredited (2022) and has been ranked in the NIRF top 100 universities. Inter-University Centres for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology and for Biosciences are flagship research hubs. The Mar Athanasius College of Engineering (Kothamangalam), the School of International Relations and Politics and the School of Management are well known.

UG admissions to affiliated colleges are through the centralised CAP based on Plus Two marks. PG admissions at the university departments are through the CEE Kerala-conducted MG University CAT or own entrance, with CUET PG accepted for select programmes. State reservation policy applies.

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Application fee: ₹850 (General) / ₹425 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

MG University CAT (PG CAP)

Conducted by Mahatma Gandhi University / CEE Kerala

PG Common Allotment Process (PG-CAP) for admission to MGU departments and affiliated colleges. UG admissions through CAP based on Plus Two marks. Conducted by the university.

Eligibility

UG: Plus Two pass with relevant stream marks (45-50%). PG: bachelor degree 50% (45% SC/ST). PhD: PG 55% + entrance.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
MGU UG CAP 2026 Registration	10 Jun 2026	—	cap.mgu.ac.in	Upcoming
MGU PG CAP 2026 Registration	15 Jul 2026	—	cap.mgu.ac.in	Upcoming
MGU PG/PhD Entrance Examination	05 Aug 2026	—	cap.mgu.ac.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

Kerala state e-grantz scholarships, MGU merit scholarships, Central Sector Scholarship, Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship, Minority community scholarships.

Reservations

Kerala state policy: SC 8%, ST 2%, SEBC subcategories, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%, Sports quota in PG.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Mahatma Gandhi University?

Mahatma Gandhi University admits students primarily through MG University CAT (PG CAP). After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Mahatma Gandhi University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹425 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Mahatma Gandhi University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Mahatma Gandhi University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Mahatma Gandhi University accept MG University CAT (PG CAP) scores?

MG University CAT (PG CAP) is the primary basis for admission at Mahatma Gandhi University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.