Kannur University Admission 2025: The Admission Council of Kannur University, Kerala, invites the online Application Form for Kannur University Admission 2020-21 in various courses. Therefore, the interested students can fill the online application form at kannuruniversity.ac.in. However, the University has released the Semester Exam Form for B.Tech Course. The admission to the UG/PG Degree Programmes under the CBCS system in the University Teaching Departments/Centres will be made on the basis of Online Centralized Allotment.
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All programs for which Aptitude tests are also conducted for admission (B.P.Ed, M.P.Ed & MA Music) and B.Ed., M.Ed programs are not included in CAP. The candidates who wish to apply for the above programs shall apply directly to the Department concerned. In this article, we have given all details about Kannur University UG/ PG admissions 2020, exam timetable, admit card, result, merit list, counselling, etc.
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- Kannur University 5th allotment list for UG/PG Admission has been published. Click Here
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Kannur University Courses for Admission
Kannur University offers more than 400 courses in 15 different streams and 39 specializations. The university offers courses in various fields such as Science, Arts, Commerce, Engineering, Management, Fine arts, Language and Medical stream. The Kannur University Admission to different UG and PG courses are both merit-based and national level entrance exams for some specific courses. The Kannur University BEd. The admission process for the UG and PG Programme is commenced by the University. The application process for admission to the desired Programme will be started as per the schedule.
Candidates must ensure their eligibility before filling up the application form. The mode of application for admissions to these courses is online. The entrance exam accepted by the university is NEET for both UG and PG medical courses.
Dates for Kannur University Admission
The application process for the Kannur University Admissions 2025 will be started for the eligible candidates. The aspiring candidates who wish to pursue any degree course must know the Kannur University 2025 Admission dates of important events. The officials will release the dates of the application form, entrance test, admit card, result, merit list, counselling, etc, on the official website. Candidates should know the important dates of admission so that they can prepare well accordingly. Only the on-time submitted application will be accepted by the University in order to grant admission. Check the given below stated to know the important dates of the Kannur University Admission process.
The schedule for admission to the UG Degree Programmes for the academic year 2025
| Kannur University UG Admission Events | Important Dates |
| Starting of Degree online Registration | |
| Trial allotment | |
| Closing of Registration | |
| Rectifying defects, if any(with fine Rs.200/-) | |
| First allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by the allotted candidate through SBI collect | |
| Second allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates through SBI collect (for the second allotment) | |
| Third allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates through SBI collect | |
| Admission at colleges | |
| Vacancy reporting | |
| Starting of Degree classes | |
| Fourth allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates through SBI Collect (for the fourth allotment) | |
| Admission at colleges | |
| Vacancy reporting | |
| Fifth Allotment | |
| Admission at colleges | |
| Vacancy reporting | |
| Spot admission for SC/ST categories at Thavakkara campus | |
| Admission at College (SC/ST) | |
| College-level spot admission (at Govt./Aided Colleges) | |
| College-level spot admission (for unaided only.) | |
| Closing date of admission |
The schedule for admission to the PG Degree Programmes for the academic year 2025
| Kannur University PG Admission Events | Important Dates |
| Starting of P.G. online Registration | |
| Trial allotment | |
| Closing of Registration | |
| Rectifying defects, if any (with fine Rs.200/-) | |
| First allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by allotted candidate through SBI collect | |
| Second allotment | |
| Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates through SBI collect (for second allotment) | |
| Admission at colleges | |
| Vacancy reporting | |
| Starting of P.G. classes | |
| College-level spot admission (at Govt/Aided Colleges for all categories) | |
| College-level spot admission ( for unaided only.) | |
| Closing date of admission |
Kannur University Admission Basic Eligibility Criteria
- Students aspiring to enrol themselves in UG courses such as B.Sc, B.A or B.Com must have passed the HSC examination from a board recognized by the state. They must have secured the minimum marks mentioned by the university.
- The final admissions to these UG courses are done on the basis of the UG CAP(Centralized Admission Process) Test.
- Candidates aspiring to enrol themselves for the MBBS course must have passed HSC examinations with PCB and are required to have a valid NEET entrance score.
- Candidates aspiring to enrol themselves for the MD course must possess an MBBS degree and are required to have a valid score in NEET PG entrance exam.
- Admission to postgraduate courses such as MBA and M.Sc is also done through the PG CAP test. Along with the score in this test, the marks obtained in graduation will also be considered. A valid score in a management entrance exam will be required for final selection.
- Admissions to other postgraduate programs such as B.Ed and LLB are merit-based and candidates aspiring must possess a graduation degree.
- PhD aspirants must possess a master’s degree with 55% aggregate marks.
Kannur University Admission Course-wise Eligibility
The students who are applying for Kannur University UG/PG Admission must carefully check the eligibility criteria for various courses. The university officials will take admission of only those candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria for a particular course. Therefore, for the ease of the students, we are giving the eligibility criteria for a few major UG/PG courses in the section given below.
For UG Programme
- Age limit: The maximum age limit for admission to the UG Programme shall be 23 years as of 1st June of the academic year. For SC/ST candidates, the age limit is 25 years and for PWBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) candidates, it is 28 years.
- Education Qualification: A pass in Higher Secondary Examination/Vocational Higher Secondary Examination of the Government of Kerala or an Examination accepted by the Academic Council as equivalent thereto.
For PG Programme
- M.Sc. Mathematics – BSc Mathematics with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Statistics – BSc Statistics with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. BSc Mathematics and Statistics (Double main) or BSc Mathematics with Statistics as one of the complementary with not less than 55% marks or equivalent GPA. 50% of total seats shall be reserved for BSc Degree holders with Statistics Main / Core or Mathematics and Statistics (Double main)
- M.Sc. Physics – BSc Physics with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Chemistry – BSc Chemistry with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Botany – BSc Botany/Plant Science/Life Science with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Zoology – BSc Zoology/Life Science with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Microbiology – BSc Biotechnology/Chemistry/Biochemistry/ Zoology/ Botany/ Plant Science/ Life Science/ Microbiology or any other subjects with Microbiology/ Biotechnology as one of the subjects of study at UG level with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Core Course/Part III excluding Complimentary Courses/subsidiaries.
- M.Sc.Biotechnology – BSc Biotechnology/Chemistry/Biochemistry/ Zoology/ Botany/ Plant Science/ Life Science/ Microbiology or any other subjects with Microbiology/ Biotechnology as one of the subjects of study at UG level with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Core Course/Part III excluding Complimentary Courses/subsidiaries.
- M.Sc. Electronics – BSc Electronics/Physics/Computer Science with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA Core Course/ Part III excluding subsidiaries/Complimentary Courses. 50% of total seats shall be reserved for BSc Degree holders with Electronics Main or Core course.
- M.Sc. Computer Science – BSc Computer Science/Electronics/Physics/Statistics /BCA or any degree with Physics and Mathematics at HSE with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Core Course/ Part III excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
- M.Sc. Geography – BA/BSc Geography Degree with minimum 50% marks under Part III (Main and Subsidiaries together) or equivalent GPA in core and complementary courses. Double main or triple main with Geography, as one of the main subjects, will be considered only in the absence of qualified candidates with a single main. Blind/Deaf candidates are not eligible for admission to the course.
- M.A. History – BA History with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary courses.
- M.A. Economics – BA Economics with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary courses. BSc Mathematics/ Statistics with 70% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries. A total number of candidates admitted from the BSc stream should not exceed 25% of the total strength.
- M.A. Applied Economics – BA Economics excluding subsidiaries with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary courses. BSc Mathematics/ Statistics with 70% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries. The total number of candidates admitted from the BSc stream should not exceed 25% of the total strength.
- M.A. Philosophy – Any Degree with a minimum of 45% marks in Part III or equivalent GPA. An extra weightage of 25% of the mark/grade in part III is given for students who have passed BA Philosophy.
- MSW – Any degree with not less than 45% marks for non-science subjects and 50% marks for Science subjects or equivalent GPA for Core course/Part III subjects. Weightage of 10% shall be given to the candidates who have passed BSW with 45% marks in Core/Part III excluding subsidiaries.
- M.A. Malayalam – BA Malayalam with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. BA/BSc with Malayalam as Common Course with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA in Common Course/additional language. Candidate those who have passed LRP programmes like B.B.M, B.B.A., B.Com. and B.Sc. etc. are not eligible for MA Malayalam programme Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Malayalam as Core Course.
- M.A. Hindi – BA Hindi/ Functional Hindi with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. BA/BSc with Hindi as Common Course with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Common Course/additional language. Candidate those who have passed LRP programmes like B.B.M, B.B.A., B.Com. and B.Sc. etc. are not eligible for MA Hindi programme Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Hindi as Core Course. Weightage of 5% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Functional Hindi as Core Course.
- M.A. Kannada – B.A. Kannada with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. B.A./B.Sc. with Kannada as Common Course with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Common Course/additional language. 12 Candidate those who have passed LRP programmes like B.B.M, B.B.A, B.Com. and B.Sc. etc. are not eligible for MA Hindi programme Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Kannada as Core Course.
- M.A. Arabic – B.A. Arabic with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. B.A./B.Sc. with Arabic as Common Course with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Common Course/additional language. B.A. (Afzal-ul-ulama) Arabic (Oriental Title in Arabic) Examination of Kerala/ MG/ Calicut/ Kannur University with 50% marks or equivalent GPA. Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Arabic as Core Course. Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied Arabic & Islamic History (Double main pattern II) having secured 50% or above or equivalent GPA in the concerned group.
- M.A. English – B.A. English/Functional English with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses. B.A./B.Sc. with English as Common Course with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA in Common Course. Candidate those who have passed LRP programmes like B.B.M, B.B.A, B.Com. and B.Sc. etc. are not eligible for MA English programme Weightage of 10% of marks or GPA shall be given to the candidates who have studied English as optional. A weightage of 5% shall be given to the candidates who have studied Functional English.
- M.Com. Finance – UG Degree in B.Com/B.B.A./B.B.M/B.B.S with not less than 45% marks in Part III or equivalent GPA for Core and Complementary Courses.
- M.Com. International Business (Un-Aided) – UG Degree in B.Com/B.B.A./B.B.M/B.B.S with not less than 45% marks in Part III or equivalent GPA for Core and Complementary Courses.
- M.Com. Marketing – UG Degree in B.Com/B.B.A./B.B.M/B.B.S with not less than 45% marks in Part III or equivalent GPA for Core and Complementary Courses.
- M.A. Development Economics – BA with Economics as Core Course/ Part III excluding subsidiaries with not less than 45% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary courses. BSc Mathematics/ Statistics with 70% marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries. The total number of candidates admitted from the BSc stream should not exceed 25% of the total strength.
- M.A. MTTM – Any degree with not less than 45 % subjects marks or equivalent GPA Core Course/ Part III Subjects. Weightage of 10% shall be given to the candidates who have passed a degree in Tourism/hospitality/hotel management with 45 % marks or equivalent GPA.
- M.Sc. Counselling Psychology – Any Degree with not less than 50% marks or equivalent GPA in Core Course/ Part III excluding subsidiaries/Complimentary Courses.
- M.Sc. Geology – BSc Geology with not less than 50 % marks or equivalent GPA excluding subsidiaries/Complementary Courses.
Kannur University Admission Process
The students aspiring to enrol themselves in UG courses such as B.Sc, B.A or B.Com have to pass the HSC examination from a board recognized by the state. They must have secured the minimum marks mentioned by the university. The final selection will be based on UG CAP (Centralized Admission Process) test. Kannur University Degree Admission to postgraduate courses such as MBA or M.Sc. will be conducted through the PG CAP test. Along with the score in this test, the marks obtained in graduation will also be considered. A valid score in a management entrance exam will be required for final selection. Academic performance in the postgraduate level is crucial for enrolment in doctoral programs in the university.
Kannur University 2020-21 Application Form
Kannur University will release the application form for candidates in the month of August 2020. Candidates will be able to get the Kannur University Application Form form via online and offline mode. Aspirants who wish to pursue their higher studies should first check whether they are eligible enough to appear for the entrance exam or not. Once the eligibility criteria have been check and the candidate is sure, he/she can proceed to fill the application form. Also, while filing the application form candidates will be asked to fill personal, academic, and qualification details.
How to Fill the Kannur University Application Form?
The application process will be started for admission in Kannur University in various UG and PG Courses. The application form is available at the official website of the University. The candidates have to pay a prescribed amount of application fee to the University. Before this, make sure that you satisfy all the eligibility conditions. The steps to fill the application form are mentioned below:
- Visit the official website of Kannur University at www.Kannuruniversity.ac.in.
- Click on the ‘Admission 2020-21’ tab provided towards the bottom of the page.
- First-time users must register to give the basic information like Name, DoB, Gender, etc.,
- Once register login into your account.
- Fill the application with legit information.
- Upload a scanned copy of your photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee which is INR 400/- for general candidates and INR 250/- for SC/ST students.
- Recheck if all the information you have provided is correct and hit the submit button.
Documents Required for Kannur University Admission
Once the candidates are able to clear the entrance test, then they can check their names in the Merit List. If their name is present in the list, then the applicant is eligible to go for the Counselling. During the counselling the officials will verify the original documents of the candidate. The candidates will have to produce Original and attested copies the following documents and have to follow the guideline given below at the time of provisional admission:-
- Two Passport size photograph
- 10th standard marks sheet and certificates.
- 12th standard marks sheet and certificates.
- Graduation semester wise marks sheets and certificates.
- Certificates from the Head of the Institutions last attended
- Migration Certificate
- Gap year certificate if required
- Medical Certificate
Kannur University Distance Education Admission
Apart from University regular courses, the university also offers Distance Education courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the diverse fields of Arts, Commerce, and Science. Interested candidates can get direct admission to the Kannur university distance learning programs provided they satisfy the eligibility criteria for the course as prescribed by the university. SC/ST/OEC and OBC candidates are Qualify for a relaxation of 10% and 5% marks, respectively, in the minimum marks specified for admission under non-grading pattern subject to a minimum to pass.
Kannur University Reservation Policy
- 22.5% of the total number of seats reserved for students belonging to the SC/ST communities.
- 50% of the seats will fill by open category candidates based on merit.
- 20% seats reserved for students belonging to SEBC category
- The Educational Agency will fill the remaining positions with candidates of their choice
- Two places shall be created over and above the sanctioned strength to accommodate candidates belonging to J&K for admission to UG/PG courses in the affiliated colleges
- 5% of the total seats will be set apart exclusively for Differently Abled candidates in Government Colleges.
Types of Reservation
Seats will be reserved for the following categories in each department for various UG/PG Degree Programmes.
- Mandatory Reservation
- Reservation for Persons Differently Abled
- Special Reservation
- Reservation for Nominees
Categorization of Seats
Seats available are mainly classified as Merit Seats and Reservation Seats
- Merit Seats: Seats that are filled by the University purely on the basis of marks obtained at entrance examination are classified as ‘Merit Seats’.
- Reservation Seats: Seats which are earmarked for SC/ST/SEBC/BPL/PWBD/ Sports persons are classified as ‘Reservation Seats.
Kannur University Fee Structure
Fee Structure for UG Programme is given below:
Fee Structure for PG Programme is given below:
Kannur University Seat Intake
Available seats in Kannur University for UG Programme
Available seats in Kannur University for PG Programme
Kannur University Affiliated Colleges
Kannur University is a multi-campus university that has campuses in the different districts under its jurisdiction such as Kannur, Kasaragod, Kanhangad, Thalassery, Mananthavady and Payyannur. The university is also famous for providing higher education to prison inmates. Different colleges affiliated to Kannur University are
- Government College, Elerithattu
- Government College, Kasaragod
- Government College, Mananthavady
- Government Ayurveda College, Pariyaram
- Government College of Engineering, Kannur
- Government Engineering College, Wayanad
- L B S College of Engineering, Kasaragod and North Malabar Institute of Technology, Kanhangad.
Kannur University Admission Centralized Allotment
The University will not be conducting online centralized allotment for the following Degree Programmes /Courses and those candidates who wish to apply for the same need to apply directly to the colleges concerned:
- All programmes for which Entrance Test and Aptitude tests are conducted for admission, like B.A. Music (Karnatic), B.A. Bharathanatyam, etc. Likewise, B.A. Afsal-Ul-Ulama course is not included under the CAP for the time being. Marthoma College for the Hearing Impaired, Kasaragod, PKKM college, Mananthawady are exempted from the CAP. The students should directly contact the college for admission with relevant certificates.
- MA Bharathanatyamprogramme at Lasya College of Fine Arts, Pilathara
- MSc Electronics programme at PKKM college, Mananthawady
- MCJ programmes at Don Bosco College, Angadikadav& SES College, Sreekandapuram
Kannur University Scholarship
Kannur University provides scholarships to all its students. The eligibility criteria for scholarships are as follows:
- The candidate should have secured not less than 60% of marks/equivalent grade in qualifying HSC examinations.
- The annual income ceiling shall be INR 36000.
Kannur University Admission General Information
- Starting from 2018-19, the admission to the PG Degree Programme under CBCS
the system in the University Departments/Centres shall be made on the basis of Online
Centralized Allotment. - Admission to the UG/PG Degree Programmes under CBCS system in the University Teaching Departments/Centres will be made on the basis of Online Centralized Allotment.
- All programmes for which Aptitude tests are also conducted for admission (B.P.Ed, M.P.Ed & MA Music) and B.Ed., M.Ed programmes are not included in CAP. The candidates who wish to apply for the above programmes shall apply directly to the Department concerned.
- Any candidate who desires to obtain admission for UG/PG Programmes in the Teaching Departments and Centres of Kannur University should compulsorily register through online before the closure of registration, irrespective of the category (General /SEBC/ BPL/ SC/ST/ Candidates from Union Territory of Lakshadweep/Andaman NicobarDweep/ Jammu and Kashmir/Persons With Disabilities/ Sports etc.) to which he/she belongs.
- The allotment of the candidates to the various Programmes in the Departments/Centres will be purely based on the entrance test strictly following the rules and regulations regarding the reservation.
Kannur University 2025 Admit Card
The Controller of Examinations of Kannur University will release the Kannur University Admit Card for candidates who have applied successfully and filled the online/offline application form. The admit card of Kannur University Admission 2020 is an important document to be carried on the exam day as no candidate will be allowed to take the test without the admit card. Candidates are advised to take a valid Id proof to complete the process of identity verification.
Details mentioned on Kannur University Admit Card 2025
Here are some details which will be mentioned on the Kannur University Hall Ticket 2020 which the candidates must verify very carefully before appearing for the exam.
- Venue of exam
- Time of exam
- Signature
- Photograph
- Name of the candidate
- Date of exam
- Course applied for
- Category
Kannur University 2025 Result
The Kannur University Result will be announced by the authorities of Kannur University on the official website. The university will post a notification regarding the result. The students are advised to obtain the result online from the official website by using user credentials. After download, the Kannur University result, get a print out of the same.
How to download the Kannur University result?
- Visit the official website
- Enter application number and date of birth
- Submit details
- The result will appear on the screen
- Download and take multiple print outs of the same
Kannur University Merit List & Counselling
The admission in the various courses takes place in accordance with the admission procedure set by Kannur University. The university organizes an entrance examination for the admission to all the PG courses. After the achievement of the entrance examination, the result will be publicized by the related departments. The merit list will be out through official authority which contains the list of the competent students. Those departments of the university which are propounding the M.Phill courses will establish an entrance examination in an attempt to provide admission.
Kannur University Tie- Break Criteria
When there is a tie in the rank/mark the following criteria will be applied to break the tie:
- Priority will be given as per of their order of merit i.e.; 1st, 2nd and 3rd place respectively.
- If the tie still remains those with a more number of achievements in the same level will be placed above the others. (more number of I places, more number of II places and so on.).
- If the ties still remain the next best achievement as per the order merit will be considered.
- If the tie is not broken by the above method the person having the achievements during the year closer to the selection will be given a higher rank.
- If a tie cannot be broken by any of the above-mentioned sports achievements, the marks obtained in the qualifying examination will be considered for breaking the tie.
Special Instructions for Kannur University Admission
- Failure to report for Admission: Candidates who do not take admission on the prescribed date will lose their admission.
- Candidates have the freedom to change their password. However, they should take note of the password and application number carefully, for future login.
- Application of candidates who do not register their personal and academic data online and who do not give their options online within the time schedule will not be considered for admission. No opportunity will be given to incorporate any detail after the last date of submission of application.
- Late or defective application will not be considered under any circumstance.
- Any kind of false information will lead to cancellation of admission.
- Any other item which is not specifically covered in this prospectus will be decided by the
University and that decision will be final. - Preventive measure against ragging: if an applicant for admission is found to have been indulged in
Kannur University Admission Highlight 2025
| Name of the University | Kannur University, Kannur, Kerala. |
| Type of Institute | Public |
| Year of Establishment | 1996 |
| Affiliated to | UGC, AIU |
| Approved by | UGC, AICTE, NCTE |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Entrance Examination | NEET UG ; NEET PG ; UG CAP Test ; PG CAP Test |
About Kannur University
Kannur University was established by the Act 22 of 1996 of Kerala Legislative Assembly. The University by the name “Malabar University” had come into existence earlier by the promulgation of an Ordinance by the Governor of Kerala, on 9th November 1995. The University was inaugurated on 2nd March 1996 by the former Hon. Chief Minister of Kerala. The objective of the Kannur University Act 1996 is to establish in the state of Kerala a teaching, residential and affiliating University, promoting the development of higher education in Kasargod and Kannur revenue Districts and the Mananthavady Taluk of Wayanad District.
Kannur University is unique in the sense that it is a multi-campus university with campuses spread over at various locations under its jurisdiction. The Act envisages that the University shall establish, maintain, manage and develop campuses at Kannur, Kasaragod, Mananthavady, Payyannur, Thalassery, Kanhangad and such other places as are necessary for providing study and research facilities to promote advanced knowledge in Science and Technology and other relevant disciplines.
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