Calicut University, Calicut Overview Admission Process

  Calicut   NAAC, State University   ESTD 1968
  Calicut   NAAC, State University   ESTD 1968

Admission

Calicut University Course Admission 2025

Calicut University Latest Updates 2025

  • B.Ed Admissions 2025: The admission process is currently underway. The First Allotment List will be published on August 4, 2025.

  • Fee Structure Released:

    • For UG courses, the total fee ranges from ₹4,730 to ₹1.69 Lakhs.

    • For PG programs, the academic fee ranges from ₹5,255 to ₹2.5 Lakhs for the 2025-26 academic session.

  • KMAT 2025: Registrations are ongoing for MBA/PGDM/MCA admissions. The last date to apply at kmatindia.com has been extended to August 10, 2025. The exam will be held in September 2025.

  • CUCAT 2025 Scores Released:

    • Entrance test scores for B.P.E and M.P.Ed admissions are now available.

  • Admit Card Released: Calicut University has issued the hall ticket for the PG Diploma in Data Science and Analytics (AY 2025-26).

  • Integrated PG Admissions: Applications are open for Integrated PG Programmes for the 2025-26 academic year. The last date to apply online is August 25, 2025.

Calicut University offers a wide range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PG-Integrated, and Doctoral programs across 34 departments in the fields of Science, Commerce, and Arts. With over 200+ courses available, the university provides degrees such as B.Sc, BA, B.Com, M.Com, M.Sc, MA, MBA, BBA, BCA, and B.Sc + M.Sc (integrated).

Among these, B.Sc is the flagship program, offered in various specialisations including Psychology, Computer Science, Statistics, Geography, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and more. The total course fee for a 4-year B.Sc program ranges from INR 2,630 to INR 20,670, depending on the specialisation.

Admission to UG courses like B.Tech requires qualifying scores in JEE Main or KEAM. Most admissions at Calicut University are merit-based and conducted through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), which includes UGCAP, PGCAP, and IPCAP for UG, PG, and Integrated programs respectively. For select PG programs such as MA, M.Sc, MCA, MSW, LLM, M.P.Ed, and B.P.Ed, the university conducts the Calicut University Common Admission Test (CUCAT). Admissions to PG-Integrated programs are also based on CUCAT scores.

Calicut University UG Admission 2025

Calicut University offers three-year undergraduate programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, Business Administration, and Computer Applications, which are available through its affiliated colleges. Students can choose from General, Major, and Double Major programs. The eligibility requirements, specialisations, and admission process are detailed below:

Program Specialisation Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Seats
BA Language & Literature, Humanities, Journalism, Fine Arts, Human Resources & Management 10+2 with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised board Academic Merit + UGCAP 24,698
B.Com Taxation, Commerce (Hons.) 10+2 from a recognised board Academic Merit + UGCAP
B.Tech ECE, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, IT, Mechanical Engineering, Printing Technology Based on JEE Main / KEAM scores JEE Main / KEAM + CAP 2,382
B.Sc Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Computer Science, Microbiology, Polymer Chemistry, Aquaculture, Geology, Food Technology, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry 10+2 with required subjects Academic Merit + UGCAP 24,284
BCA Computer Applications 10+2 or equivalent Academic Merit + UGCAP 3,128
BBA Business Administration 10+2 from a recognised board Academic Merit + UGCAP
BHA Hotel Administration 10+2 from a recognised board Academic Merit + UGCAP
BTHM Tourism & Hotel Management 10+2 from a recognised board Academic Merit + UGCAP

UGCAP (Undergraduate Centralised Admission Process) is used for admissions to all UG programs.

Key highlights:

  • Candidates must register through UGCAP.

  • Seat allotment is based on merit lists released by the university.

  • General category students go through three allotment rounds, while SC/ST candidates have two special allotments.

  • The process includes Trial Allotment, First, Second, Third, and Special Allotments.

  • After accepting a seat, students must pay the applicable admission and tuition fees.

Calicut University PG Admission 2025

The university offers postgraduate programs such as MA, LLM, MCA, M.Sc, M.Com, M.Ed, MBA, and M.Tech through its teaching departments. Admission is based on academic merit or performance in the CUCAT entrance exam (for select courses), followed by the PGCAP seat allotment.

Program Specialisation Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Seats
MA Language & Literature, Humanities, Journalism, Fine Arts Graduation in a relevant subject with 50% aggregate CUCAT + Aptitude Test + Interview (for some) 21,598
M.Com Commerce Bachelor’s degree in Science/related field CUCAT + PGCAP 1,602
MBA Business Administration Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks KMAT / CMAT / CAT scores 1,418
MCA Computer Applications Graduation with relevant background CUCAT + PGCAP 480
LLM Law LLB or equivalent degree Academic Merit + PGCAP 30
M.Ed Education B.Ed with minimum 50% aggregate Academic Merit
M.Sc Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Applied Plant Science, Applied Zoology, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Psychology, Human Physiology, Radiation Physics, Applied Chemistry, Forensic Science, Microbiology, Computer Science, Applied Geology Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with minimum 50% marks CUCAT (for some) + Academic Merit + PGCAP 515
M.Tech Nano Science & Technology Relevant Bachelor’s degree Academic Merit + PGCAP

PGCAP (Postgraduate Centralised Admission Process) is used for all PG admissions.

Key points:

  • Candidates must register online for PGCAP.

  • Selection is based on CUCAT scores or other entrance exams, followed by a seat allotment process.

  • Allotment stages include Trial, First, and Second Rounds.

  • At least two rounds of seat allotment are conducted.

  • The registration and admission fee must be paid at the time of confirmation.

Calicut University Reservation Policy

Calicut University follows a reservation policy for admissions in both Government and Aided affiliated colleges, ensuring fair access to education for minority and socially disadvantaged groups. The category-wise distribution of reserved seats is as follows:

Reservation in Government Colleges

Category Seat Reservation
Open Merit Quota 50%
Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) 20%
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 10%
Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) 20%

Reservation in Aided Affiliated Colleges

Category Forward Community Colleges Backward Community Colleges
Open Merit Quota 50% 40%
Scheduled Caste (SC) 15% 15%
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 5% 5%
Community Quota 10% 20%
Management Quota 20% 20%

These reservations are applicable as per the university’s guidelines and the state government norms to promote inclusive education across communities.