MG University (MGU) - Mahatma Gandhi University

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam was established in 1983. MGU Kottayam has been recognised by the UGC. It is a state university. MGU Kottayam is a publicly owned co-ed university. MGU Kottayam has a campus size of 110 acres. The total number of faculty members is more than 80 and the total student enrollment is more than 1,000. The university has been accredited by the NAAC and has been given an ‘A’ grade. MGU Kottayam has been ranked 31 in the NIRF ranking 2021 in the university category whereas it was ranked 30 in the NIRF ranking 2020 in the university category. Also, the university has bagged 52nd position in the overall category in NIRF ranking 2021.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam admissions are offered to 33 courses. MGU Kottayam courses are offered at the UG and PG levels and these courses are - L.L.B, B.A L.L.B Hons, L.L.M, M.P.E.S, M.Ed, M.Sc, M.A, M.T.T.M, M.Tech, PG Diploma and M.Sc & Ph.D Integrated. Admission to the Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam is done on the basis of marks obtained in the entrance examinations. 

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam has a placement cell to handle all the matters related to the placements and training of the students. MGU Kottayam scholarships are offered to meritorious and deserving students. MGU Kottayam provides many facilities to the students like hostel accommodation, medical facilities, cafeteria and many other facilities. 

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What is the full form of MGU Kottayam?

The full form of MGU is Mahatma Gandhi University. The university is located in the state of Kerala.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Location

The address of Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam is Priyadarsini Hills P.O., Kottayam, Kerala. The closest airport to the university is the Cochin International Airport, at a distance of 80.2 km. The nearest railway station to MGU Kottayam is the Kottayam Railway Station, at a distance of 8.9 km. The nearest bus stop is 550 meters away from Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam. 

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Latest News and Events

• The university will organise a poster contest on the topic ‘Against Dowry/Domestic Violence’.

• MGU Kottayam will conduct an FDP research methodology workshop for faculties and research scholars.

• FDP on GST will be organised by Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam in association with the Indian Chartered Accountants of India.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Awards, Recognition and Accreditation

• Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam has been recognised by the UGC.

• The university has been ranked at 52nd position in the NIRF ranking 2021 for the overall category.

• MGU Kottayam has been ranked 31 in the NIRF ranking 2021 in the university category.

  MGU Kottayam has been accredited by NAAC and it has been awarded an ‘A’ grade.

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Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Collaborations

• Max Planck Institute of Technology, Germany

• Brown University, USA

• University of Nantes, France

• California Institute of Technology, USA

• University of Toronto, Canada

• Catholic University, Belgium

• Heidelberg University, Germany

• The Institute of Political Studies, Rennes, France

• Jinan University, China

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Clubs, Committees and Societies

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam clubs provide a platform for the students to explore their talents and skills. MGU Kottayam clubs and committees are given below.

• NSS - The NSS unit of the university makes the students aware of pressing socio-economic issues present in society.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Facilities

The university provides many facilities to the students and staff. Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, a library, cafeteria, auditorium, laboratories, medical facilities and many other facilities. Separate hostels with all basic facilities are provided to the students of MGU Kottayam. The library of the university has all the necessary resources to help the students with their academics. This includes books, journals, magazines, e-books, etc. The cafeteria provides healthy and tasty meals to the students and staff. A health centre is present on campus to cater to the medical needs of the students. Various sports facilities are available in the university. Transport facilities are offered by the university to the students and staff. MGU Kottayam has the latest and modern IT infrastructure. Departmental laboratories are part of MGU Kottayam campus facilities. More details Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam facilities are available on the facilities page. 

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Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Courses

The university offers a total of 33 courses for admission. Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam courses are offered at the UG and PG levels. The courses belong to streams like science, law, education, etc. At the UG level, the university offers 2 courses and at the PG level, the university offers 31 courses. MGU Kottayam courses are L.L.B, B.A L.L.B Hons, L.L.M, M.P.E.S, M.Ed, M.Sc, M.A, M.T.T.M, M.Tech, PG Diploma and M.Sc & Ph.D Integrated. The courses offered by the university are available in the full-time study mode only.

MGU Kottayam Courses and Eligibility Criteria

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Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Admissions

The university offers admissions to 33 courses at the UG and PG levels. Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam admission to the UG courses is done on the basis of marks secured in the entrance examination conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations. Admission to the PG courses is done on the basis of the MGU CAT entrance examination. Seats are allotted to the candidates through the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP). Details of the MGU Kottayam admission process are given below. 

MGU Kottayam UG Admission Process (L.L.B and B.A L.L.B Hons)

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria.

• Apply for admission on the website of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations.

• Appear for the entrance examination. 

• A merit list is prepared.

• Candidates will be allotted seats through CAP.

• Pay the required fees.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam PG Admission Process 

• Meet the eligibility criteria.

• Apply for admission to MGU Kottayam. 

• Appear for the MGU CAT entrance examination. 

• Results will be announced.

• Appear for a separate entrance test based on their course preferences. 

• A candidate will be allotted a course and college through CAP.

• Verification of documents and payment of MGU Kottayam admission fees.

Note: GATE (M.Tech) qualified candidates do not have to appear for the entrance test conducted by the university. 

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Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Scholarships

Students of the university can avail the scholarships offered by the University Grants Commission (UGC), central and state governments. To pursue higher studies in universities and other recognised institutions of higher learning in India, ICCR scholarships are offered to international students. MGU Kottayam has been recognised by the UGC and therefore the students of Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam can apply for these scholarships. Students of the college can avail the scholarships which are offered by the central government. Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam scholarships include Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students, Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses, Ishan Uday - Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region, PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child, PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders (First and Second Rank Holders) and many other scholarships. Students who fulfill the eligibility criteria for these MGU Kottayam scholarships can avail them. Further details of MGU Kottayam scholarships are available on the scholarship page.

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Placements

The placement and training cell of the university handles all matters related to the recruitment and training of the students. Technical, aptitude, general knowledge tests, career counselling, etc are conducted by the Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam placement cell. Career goal setting/planning/mapping, mock interviews/interviewing techniques, group discussions, case studies, etc are also organised by the placement cell. On weekends, 22.5 hours of in-house intensive training on both domain skills and soft skills are provided by the university. For details about MGU Kottayam placement records and statistics, visit the placement page.

MGU Kottayam Placement Statistics UG (3 Years) 2018-19

Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam Placement Statistics PG (1 Year) 2018-19

MGU Kottayam Top Recruiters

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