Reviewed 7 Sept 2026Mahatma Gandhi University · KottayamMahatma Gandhi University Fees 2026-27, Courses & Admission
Mahatma Gandhi University is an university in Kottayam, Kerala, established in 1983. It is affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University. Mahatma Gandhi University offers 1 programme. The programme offered…
Overview
About Mahatma Gandhi University
Mahatma Gandhi University is an university in Kottayam, Kerala, established in 1983. It is affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University. Mahatma Gandhi University offers 1 programme. The programme offered is Graduate School: 11 programmes (integrated). Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam is listed by the UGC as a State (Public) University established in 1983 (UGC list dated 17.01.2024) and is included under Section 12(B) as of 26.09.2022. The university's research page states that research is offered in 40 disciplines through university schools and approved research centres under a Credit and Semester System. The 2026-27 prospectus states CBCS/OBE and current 2026 admission information. The university was formerly called Gandhiji University until 27 January 1988; the Kerala State Legislature notification establishing it is dated 17 April 1985, while the university's official history/overview gives 2 October 1983 as the establishment date. Target year is 2026-27; no 2026-27-specific admissions or programme figures were published in the sources reviewed.
Courses & costs
Mahatma Gandhi University fees
Each amount is shown with the academic year and applicant category stated by its source.
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PG programmes through CAT-Mgu 2026Application fee · 250 for each additional programme, maximum four programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,250one-time |
| PG programmes through CAT-MGU 2026Registration · All · CAT-MGU application for one programme or programme cluster; Rs. 250 for each additional programme, maximum four programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,250one-time |
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PG programmes through CAT-Mgu 2026Application fee · SC/ST candidates · 125 for each additional programme, maximum four programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹625one-time |
| UG programmes through Centralized Allotment Process 2026Application fee · SC/ST candidates · UG CAP 2026 application fee; non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹400one-time |
| PG programmes through CAT-MGU 2026Registration · SC/ST candidates · All · CAT-MGU application for one programme or programme cluster; Rs. 125 for each additional programme, maximum four programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹625one-time |
| UG programmes through Centralized Allotment Process 2026Registration · SC/ST candidates · All · UG CAP 2026 application fee; non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹400one-time |
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UG programmes through Centralized Allotment Process 2026Application fee · UG CAP 2026 application fee; non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹800one-time |
| UG programmes through Centralized Allotment Process 2026Registration · All · UG CAP 2026 application fee; non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹800one-time |
Campus
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Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
Recognition & affiliations
Faculty & teaching
Admissions · collected information
Mahatma Gandhi University admissions
Mahatma Gandhi University · Fam Science · Government quota
Mahatma Gandhi University · Fam Science · Government quota
Seats are filled by Mahatma Gandhi University for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceFor 2026-27, applications for the Graduate School four-plus-one programme are submitted online through MGU's UG Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). The notification states that registration ran from 15 May to 10 June 2026 and that allotment was conducted by the University; original documents are verified at admission. Admission source
From the sources
Scholarships — sourced details
| Fee category | All Source |
|---|---|
| Period | One-time Source |
| Fee year | 2026-27 Source |
| Component | Application fee Source |
| Fee set by | College Source |
| Amount (INR) | 1250 Source |
| Is estimate | No Source |
| Fee category | General candidates, including All India Quota candidates Source |
| Fee authority | University Source |
| Includes note | CAT-MGU application for one programme or programme cluster; Rs. 250 for each additional programme, maximum four programmes. Source |
| Year of study | All years Source |
| Programme code | All Source |
From the sources
Research — sourced details
| Discipline | University Source |
|---|---|
| Exam pattern | Credit semester Source |
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Reach the college
Mahatma Gandhi University contact details
| Address | Priyadarsini Hills P.O., Kottayam, Kerala, India - 686560 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 0481-2733516 |
| frontoffice@mgu.ac.in | |
| Website | https://www.mgu.ac.in |
| Office bearer | Role |
|---|---|
| Prof. (Dr.) Bismi Gopalakrishnan | Registrar Source |
| Prof. (Dr.) D. Mavoothu | Vice Chancellor Source |
| Prof. Binu George Varghese | Registrar Source |
| Prof. (Dr.) C.T. Aravindakumar | Head of institution Source |
From the sources
More details
| Official name | Mahatma Gandhi University Source |
|---|---|
| Established | 1983 Source |
| Recognition code type | NIRF id Source |
| Recognition code | IR-O-U-0262 Source |
| NIRF rank | 17 Source |
| Ranking year | 2025 Source |
| Ranking category | State public university Source |
| Name | Mahatma Gandhi University Source |
| Institution type | Self-awarding Source |
| Affiliation status | Self Source |
| Opens month | May 2026 Source |
| Closes month | June 2026 Source |
| Centralised portal | Yes Source |
| Programme code | FAM SCIENCE Source |
| Name | Graduate School: 11 programmes (integrated) Source |
| Study level | Integrated Source |
| Stated cycle | 2026-27 Source |
| Awarding body | Mahatma Gandhi University Source |
| Approving body | Self Source |
| Duration in years | 5 Source |
| Approval status | Approved Source |
| Awarding body type | Self Source |
| Intake source | University list Source |
| Min percent general | 60 Source |
FAQ
Mahatma Gandhi University FAQs
What are the fees at Mahatma Gandhi University?
The published annual fee at Mahatma Gandhi University for UG programmes through Centralized Allotment Process 2026 is ₹800 under the published quota for 2026-27.
How can I get admission to Mahatma Gandhi University?
Applications are submitted through the official portal at https://cap.mgu.ac.in.
What courses does Mahatma Gandhi University offer?
Mahatma Gandhi University offers 1 programme: Graduate School: 11 programmes (integrated).
Where is Mahatma Gandhi University located?
Mahatma Gandhi University is located at Priyadarsini Hills P.O., Kottayam, Kerala, India - 686560.
Is Mahatma Gandhi University recognised and accredited?
Mahatma Gandhi University is affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University.
Sources
Verification & sources
This page cites 20 source links. Each source is linked beside the facts it supports.
- mgu.ac.in — MG University official overview
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC Consolidated State University List
- mgu.ac.in — MG University official contact page
- nirfindia.org — NIRF 2025 State Public University ranking
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC Section 12(B) State Universities list
- ugc.gov.in — UGC Fake Universities list
- cap.mgu.ac.in · pdf — Mahatma Gandhi University UG Prospectus 2026-27
- cap.mgu.ac.in — MGU CAP Eligibility Criteria
- gs.mgu.ac.in — Graduate School academics
- cap.mgu.ac.in · pdf — MGU CAP 2026-27 notification
- cat.mgu.ac.in — MGU CAT 2026 prospectus
- mgu.ac.in — MG University Fees
- hostel.mgu.ac.in — MG University Hostel Management System
- mgu.ac.in — Scholarships & Financial Assistance - MG University
- mgu.ac.in — Fees - MG University
- nirfindia.org — India Rankings 2025: University - NIRF
- mgu.ac.in — MG University NAAC A++ announcement
- mgu.ac.in — MG University NIRF submissions
- mgu.ac.in — MG University Placement and Training Cell
- mgu.ac.in — Vice Chancellor
Reviewed by
Amrit Ashu
Lead Admission Counsellor. RV College of Engineering 2017 graduate, guiding students for admissions in Bangalore since 2017. Every figure on this page is checked against the official disclosures and sources linked beside it; admissions-office conversations are not used as citations.