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    Calicut University Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Application Form

    Nakkal Varsha

    Updated on Jun 22 2026, 12:10 PM IST

    What's New
    • Calicut University First Merit list 2026 for UGCAP has been released on June 22, 2026.

    • Calicut University PGCAP first merit list will be released on June 24, 2026.

    • The last date to apply for Calicut University MBA and MEd admissions is June 27, 2026.

    • Fourth Annual International Conference of the SHSK will be held from Sep 17-19, 2026 at Calicut University.

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    Calicut University Admission Process

    University of Calicut (UOC) admissions are offered full-time and part-time. Calicut University admissions are granted based on both merit in the qualifying examination and the marks scored in the University's entrance examination.

    • Calicut University Admission Criteria: Entrance and merit-based. 
    • University of Calicut admissions are offered to programmes including MBA, MSc, MCom, LLM, MA, MCA, MEd, MPEd, MLibISc and others.
    • BSc, BA, BEd, BCom, BTech, and PhD are some of the popular courses offered by affiliated colleges of Calicut University.
    • Calicut University Admissions for UG courses are offered through FYUGCAP (Four-year undergraduate programme Centralised Admission Process) and PGCAP ( Postgradute Programme Centralised Admission Process) for PG courses.
    • MBA Admissions at the University of Calicut require valid scores in KMAT/ CMAT/CAT.
    • The last date to apply for Calicut University MBA and MEd admissions is June 27, 2026
    • Calicut University BEd Trail Allotment has been released. 
    • Calicut University Common Admission Test (CUCET) is conducted by the university for admission to some PG programmes, such as MA, MSc, Integrated PG, BPEd, BPES (Integrated) & LLM with double specialisation.
    • CUCET 2026 Provisional Rank List has been released. 

    The entire Calicut University admission process is held online via the official website of the University of Calicut. Interested candidates can check below for a detailed explanation of the application and Calicut University admission procedure for various PG courses. 

    Read Also: University of Calicut Placements

    Calicut University Admission Highlights 2026

    Calicut University and its affiliated colleges offer admissions to undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. Calicut University selection process for most of the programmes is through FYUGCAP. The CUCET exam is conducted for MA, MSc, Integrated PG, BPEd, BPES(Integrated) & LLM with double specialisation programmes. Entrance exam and interview are conducted for PhD admissions. 

    Key Highlights of Calicut University Admissions 2026

    ParticularsDetails

    Popular Courses

    MBA, MSc, MCom, LLM, MA, MCA, MEd, MPEd, MLibISc 

    Courses Offered by Affiliated CollegesBSc, BA, BEd, BCom, BTech, PhD and many more

    Mode of Application

    Online

    Admission Criteria

    Merit/University-Entrance Exam/ KMAT/ CMAT/ CAT

    University Entrance Exam

    Calicut University Common Admission Test (CUCET)  

    Calicut University Admission Dates 2026

    Students can check the dates of the UGCAP and PGCAP events for admissions to undergradaute and postgraduate programmes at Calicut University and its affiliated colleges.

    Calicut University UG Admission Dates 2026

    UGCAPDates
    First AllotmentJune 22, 2026
    Second AllotmentJune 29, 2026
    Commencement of classes
    July 1, 2026
    Third Allotment
    July 6, 2026
    First Supplementary Allotment
    July 23, 2026
    Publishing of the rank list for Self-Financing Programmes
    July 25, 2026
    Second Supplementary Allotment
    July 29, 2026
    Publishing of the rank list for Aided programmesAugust 3, 2026
    Closing date of Admission
    August 29, 2026

    Calicut University PG Admission Dates 2026

    PGCAPDates
    Trial AllotmentJune 17, 2026
    First AllotmentJune 24, 2026
    Commencement of ClassesJuly 1, 2026
    Publication of Provisional Rank ListJuly 7, 2026
    Admission Based on Rank ListJuly 10, 2026
    Closing Date of AdmissionAugust 29, 2026

    How to Apply for Calicut University Admissions 2026?

    Interested candidates need to follow the Calicut University application process for admission to the desired courses. Check the step-wise University of Calicut application process 2026 below. 

    University of Calicut Registration Process 2026

    • Go to the official website of Calicut University and click on the “Apply Now” tab.

    • Candidates need to enter the details, such as the number of chances to pass the qualifying examination, and click on the “Save and Proceed” button.

    • Candidates need to add the details of the course and their college preference.

    • The candidates can pay the Calicut University application fee online based on their categories.

    Read Also: University of Calicut courses

    Calicut University Admissions 2026 for UG Courses

    The colleges affiliated with Calicut University offer many undergraduate programmes, including BSc, BA, BEd, BCom, BTech, and many more. The Calicut University selection process for most of the UG programmes is merit based though Centralised Admission Process (CAP). For some programmes like BTech, national level and state level entrance exams are accepted by the University of Calicut. 

    Calicut University UG Admissions 2026 Highlights

    ParticularsDetails

    Courses

    BSc, BA, BEd, BCom, BTech, and many more

    Eligibility Criteria

    10+2

    Admission Criteria

    Merit/Entrance-based

    Counselling

    FYUGCAP (Four-year undergraduate programme Centralised Admission Process)

    Calicut University UG Admission Process

    • Meet the Calicut University UG eligibility criteria.

    • Fill out the Calicut University application form 2026 from the official website.

    • Students must apply and appear for the FYUGCAP (Four-year undergraduate programme Centralised Admission Process).

    • Seats are allotted based on the performance in the qualifying exam for most of the undergraduate programmes.

    • National-level and state-level entrance exams are accepted by the University of Calicut for programmes like BTech.

    Calicut University Admissions 2026 for PG Programmes

    Students must meet eligibility criteria for PG admissions. Calicut University PG admissions are explained below in detail, along with the eligibility criteria and seat intake for the PG courses.

    Calicut University Eligibility Criteria for PG Courses

    CoursesEligibility Criteria

    MBA

    Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 50% marks

    MSc

    M.Com

    LLM

    MA

    MCA

    M.P.Ed

    M.Ed

    MAJMC

    MLibISc

    MTA Theatre Arts

    Calicut University PG Admission Process 

    • Candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria of Calicut University for the respective PG course.

    • Candidates can apply for Calicut University PG admissions through the official website of the University of Calicut.

    • Candidates will be selected for PG admission based on their performance in the last qualifying examination or entrance examination conducted by the University of Calicut.

    • CUCET entrance exam is conducted by the university for admissions to some of the PG programmes like MA, MSc, Integrated PG, BPEd, BPES(Integrated) & LLM with double specialisation programmes.
    • Entrance Test will be conducted only for those programmes in which the no. of applications are more than four times of the sanctioned intake (no. of seats). Otherwise, admission will be based on the rank list prepared using the indexing formula of qualifying examination marks.
    • Selected candidates must submit their documents for verification along with the University of Calicut fees.

    Calicut University MBA Admissions 2026

    Students willing to take admission at Calicut University must have valid scores in KMAT/ CMAT/CAT. 

    Calicut University MBA Admission Process 2026

    • Meet the Calicut University MBA eligibility criteria.

    • Fill out the application form 2026 from the Calicut University official website.

    • Appear and qualify for the KMAT/ CMAT/CAT.

    • Shortlisted students must then attend group discussions and a personal interview.

    • Final selection will be based on performance in the qualifying examination, KMAT/ CMAT/CAT, group discussions and a personal interview.

    Calicut University PhD Admissions 2026

    Many affiliated colleges of the University of Calicut offer PhD at the doctoral level. Check the details below of the Calicut University PhD selection process. 

    Calicut University PhD Admission Highlights 2026 

    ParticularsDetails

    Eligibility Criteria

    Master’s degree in a relevant field

    Admission Criteria

    Entrance-exam+Interview/Viva conducted by Calicut University

    Exemption from the entrance exam conducted by the university

    • Qualified UGC-JRF/UGC CSIR-JRF and research fellowships of Central and State Government departments

    • Scientists with at least five years of experience working in State/Central aided research institutions.

    • Full-time regular teachers of the University departments or equivalent

    • Ph.D Scholars in the Joint Degree Programme with a foreign university

    Calicut University PhD Admission Process

    • Meet the Calicut University PhD eligibility criteria.

    • Fill out the Calicut University application form 2026 from the official website.

    • Appear and qualify for the entrance examination conducted by the Calicut University.

    • UGC-NET and UGC CSIR-NET qualified students are exempted from the entrance exam conducted by the university.

    • Then the students must appear for the interview/Viva conducted by Calicut University

    • Finally, selected students must get their documents verified.

    Have a look at the college list of Calicut University for its courses and admissions. 

    Documents Required for Calicut University Admissions 2026

    • Class 10+2 marks sheet

    • Graduation mark sheet

    • Entrance Test Scorecard

    • Transfer Certificate

    • Migration Certificate

    • Caste Certificate (for reserved category candidates)

    • Identification certificate

    • Passport-size photographs of the candidate

    Note: Students must submit the above-mentioned documents to the University of Calicut for course admissions. Candidates must carefully go through the norms and regulations of the university before applying for Calicut University admission.

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    FAQ’s

    Frequently Asked Questions
    Q: How much percentage is required for Calicut University?
    A:

    Calicut University generally requires a minimum 50% for General category and 45% for reserved category in the qualifying examination to be eligible for admissions. Exact marks criteria may vary depending on the course.

    Q: What to do after the seat allotment at Calicut University?
    Q: How to apply for Calicut University admission?
    Q: What is the Calicut University PG admission process?
    Q: Which documents are required for Calicut University admission counselling?
    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for admission to MA courses?
    Q: Which entrance exam score is acceptable for admission to MBA programme?

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    Student Reviews for Calicut University

    Average Rating

    4.4
    Rating given by students

    Total Reviews

    5
    Verified Reviews
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    Overall

    4.4

    Infrastructure

    4.4

    Placements

    3.8

    Campus Life

    4.4

    Academics

    4.4

    Value for Money

    3.6

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    Calicut university good college

    Anonymous Posted on 21 Jun'26
    B.Com Computer Application - Batch of 2010-01-01
    4

    Academics

    The university of calicut maintains robust theoretical framework through updated outcom basede education obe curriculum. However, boost its national academic rating and NIRF ranking the university must immediately address critical

    College Infra

    Its a wonder full experience at this collage. The surrounding of college and teachers are very best. There no negative experience here. All atmosphere are very well. And my friends also like this collage.

    Placements

    According to recent institutional data university of calicut show steady marginal growth in its pg placement metric. With the median salary package for 2year pg program rising to LPA and 3year program
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    The reviews giving about my own college was good

    Anonymous Posted on 10 Apr'26
    MA Sociology - Batch of 2027-01-01
    5

    Academics

    It has its own syllabus and even ither colleges all around malappuram and kozhikode has been following the syllabus of calicut university. It has been updated every few years and constant improvement has always been made

    College Infra

    The infrastructure of thr calicut university campus is really great while comparing it to the colleges in all around malappuram and kozhikode. It is well developed and has a well established name and has value in its name itself

    Placements

    The placement success percentage after atudying in calicut university had been always good maybe few even get placed even in the ir campus or related places itself and is very much forward in such matter s
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    Impressive with results

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    MILIN M Posted on 26 Aug'24
    MBA - Batch of 2023-01-01
    5

    Academics

    The college offers a challenging and rewarding academic experience. The curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, covering all the key areas in depth. Professors are highly qualified and bring a lot of real-world experience to the classroom. The college also provides ample opportunities for students to engage in research and internships.

    College Infra

    The college infrastructure is impressive, with spacious and well-equipped classrooms. The library is vast, with a wide selection of books and digital resources. The labs are modern and well-maintained. The campus also has excellent sports facilities, including a gym and swimming pool.

    Placements

    The placement process at this college is very well-organized. The placement cell provides continuous support to students, from resume building to final interviews. The college has a strong network of alumni who also assist in the placement process. The companies that visit the campus offer competitive salaries and growth opportunities.
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    When will Calicut University release the allotment list?

    Hello,

    Calicut University releases its allotment list in multiple phases, including trial, first, and supplementary allotments. For instance, the first and second allotments for UG courses were released in June 2024, followed by supplementary rounds in July. Admission for UG programs generally closes by late August.

    Hope this helps you,

    T
    12 Nov'24
    How to apply for Calicut University ?

    Hello aspirant,

    Admissions to Calicut University in 2024 will be awarded based on the candidate's standing in the qualifying test as well as their results in entrance exams, such as the JEE Mains for B.Tech, the KMAT/CMAT/CAT for MBA, and so forth, depending on the course they are applying for.

    S
    27 Jun'24
    When will Calicut University release the allotment list?

    The Calicut University releases the seat allotment list in multiple phases. The Calicut University allotment list is released separately for different category of students. The Calicut University trial allotment list 2024 was released on June 13. Whereas, the first and second allotment of Calicut University was released on June 21

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