The Calicut University, also known as The University of Calicut, is a state private university that was established in 1968 in Calicut. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). It is accredited with an “A” Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. In 2020, it was ranked 54 for University by NIRF. It was also ranked 40 for University by the Outlook in 2019.
The campus of the University is well-equipped with all basic facilities, such as computer centre, labs, auditorium, conference hall, library, botanical garden, university park, university museum, science instrumentation centre, smart classrooms, Wi-Fi and more.
It offers UG, PG and diploma programmes under 30 post-graduate departments and 426 constituent & affiliated colleges. It also has off-campus centres in Thrissur, Lakshadeep and Vatakara. Apart from the full-time courses, it also offers courses under Directorate of Distance Education.
Highlights
| Particulars | Statistics |
| Year of establishment | 1968 |
| Also known as | The University of Calicut |
| Campus location | Calicut |
| Recognised by | UGC |
| Accreditation | “A” Grade by the NAAC |
| Approved by | AICTE |
| Number of departments | 30+ |
| Number of off-campus centers | 3 |
| University rankings | Ranked 54 for University by NIRF in 2020 Ranked 40 for University by the Outlook in 2019 |
| Number of courses offered | 30+ |
| Admission criteria | Entrance-based or merit-based |
| Accepted entrance exams | BTech: KEAM MBA: CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ KMAT MTech: GATE |
| Application mode | Online |
| Gender intake | Co-ed |
| Mode of education | Full-time |
| Official website | www.uoc.ac.in |
Admission Process
Currently, the University offers more than 20 UG, PG, PhD, diploma, PG diploma and certificate programmes in various fields such as Engineering & Technology, Language, Education, Science, Vocation and more. Admission to UG programmes is conducted through UGCAP, a centralised counselling process for UG programmes and Directorate of Admission. Candidates, who meet the given eligibility criteria, can apply through the official website of the University. The course-wise details regarding Calicut University admissions are given below:
UG Courses
- A valid score in KEAM is required for admission to BTech and BTech (LE)
- Admission to other UG programmes is done on merit-basis, followed by UGCAP process
- Candidates, who have completed Class 12 from a recognised board, can apply for UG courses
PG Courses
- MBA admissions are based on CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ KMAT scores
- A valid score in GATE is required for MTech admissions
- Admission to MSc is based on an Entrance Test conducted by the University
- Admission to other PG courses is done on merit-basis
- A candidate must have completed graduation in the relevant stream to apply for any of the PG programmes
MPhil/ PhD Course:
- Admission to MPhil and PhD is based on PhD/ MPhil Entrance Test, conducted by the University
- Candidates, who have completed master’s in the relevant field, can apply for MPhil/ PhD programme
Additional Courses
- Admission to certificate, diploma and PG diploma programmes is done on merit-basis
- Candidates, who have completed Class 12, can apply for certificate and diploma programmes
- A candidate must have completed graduation to apply for PG diploma
Courses
At the UG level, the University offers ten different courses, namely BA, BSc, BTech, BTech (LE), BCom, BBA, BTA, BJ, BVoc and B.Lib.Sc. The duration of these programmes varies from course-to-course. At the PG level, it offers MA, MSc, MTech, MTA, MCJ, M.Lib.Sc, MCom and MBA programmes. The duration of M.Lib.Sc is one year, whereas other PG programmes have a duration of two years. Apart from the UG and PG programmes, it also offers MPhil, PhD, diploma, certificate and PG diploma courses in various fields. Admission to BTech, MTech, MBA, MSc, PhD and MPhil programmes is entrance-based, whereas admission to other courses is done on merit-basis. Below mentioned are the details regarding some of the Calicut University courses and fees:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Total Fee (in Rs) |
| BA – Geography – History – Economics | Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 45% | 4,340 |
| BSc – Physics – Mathematics – Biotechnology | Class 12 from a state board with a minimum aggregate of 50% in Mathematics/ Biology and PCM | 3,450 |
| BTech – Civil Engineering – Chemical Engineering – Mechanical Engineering – Information Technology | Qualifying exam: KEAM Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% in PCM/ B | 1,40,000 |
| BCom – Honors – General – Vocational Stream – Additional Specialisation | BCom (Hons): Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 70% Other: Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% in case of SC/ ST candidates) | 4,800 |
| BBA | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% in case of SC/ ST candidates) | 9,000 |
| MA – Economics – Hindi – English | Bachelor’s degree in the relevant stream from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 45% | 950 |
| MSc – Geography – Biotechnology – Cyber Security | Qualifying exam: University Entrance Test BSc in the relevant stream from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 55% | 950 |
| MTech – Civil Engineering – Chemical Engineering – Mechanical Engineering | Qualifying exam: GATE BE/ BTech in relevant stream from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 55% | 1,00,000 |
| Established | 1968 |
| City | Calicut |
| Website | Go to website… |
| Accepted Exams | University Entrance Exam |
| Popular Courses | M.Sc. , B.Sc. |
| Ownership | State |
| Total Courses | 2674 courses across 17 streams |
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