Fees
Fees at Kerala University for the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program consist of a semester-wise structure. The tuition fee for each semester is Rs. 13,010. Additionally, there is an examination fee of Rs. 730 payable at the end of each semester. During the admission phase, a refundable caution deposit is required, which is refundable upon course completion.
Aside from these primary fees, there are miscellaneous initial charges such as demand drafts. Financial aid opportunities include scholarships like the e-grantz scheme, with specific concessions available for students belonging to certain categories, such as SC/ST and OEC.
About Master of Communication & Journalism [MCJ]
Kerala University’s Master of Communication and Journalism is a two-year full-time programme offered by the Department of Communication and Journalism at the Kariavattom campus, Thiruvananthapuram. The programme admits 22 students annually, with seats split equally between science and non-science stream graduates, and is open to graduates from all disciplines. Total fees are INR 5,160 for the full two years, and admission is through the university’s PG CSS Entrance Exam.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Classes commenced 16 July 2026.
Kerala University MCJ Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee - Semester 1 | INR 2,640 |
| Tuition Fee - Semesters 2 to 4 (each) | INR 840 |
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 5,160 |
- SC/ST candidates are eligible for tuition fee exemption through the state e-Grantz scholarship scheme.
- Entrance exam application fee is INR 750 for General/SEBC candidates and INR 500 for SC/ST candidates.
Kerala University MCJ Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | March 16, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 30, 2026 |
| PG CSS Entrance Exam | May 18 to May 24, 2026 |
| Rank List Published | June 17, 2026 |
| First Allotment Released | July 4, 2026 |
| College Joining - Round 1 | July 6 to 8, 2026 |
| Second Allotment Released | July 10, 2026 |
| College Joining - Round 2 | July 13, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | July 16, 2026 |
- Admission is processed through the centralized portal at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any bachelor’s degree from a recognised university is accepted, including arts, science, commerce, engineering, medicine, and law.
- No minimum percentage is specified for general candidates. SC/ST candidates are eligible with pass marks in the qualifying degree.
- 50% of the 22 seats are reserved for science stream graduates and 50% for non-science stream graduates.
- Candidates must appear for the university’s PG CSS Entrance Exam. SC/ST candidates in certain vacant seat rounds may be exempted.
Admission Process
- Register and apply online through the Kerala University admissions portal before the April 30 deadline.
- Pay the application fee of INR 750 (General/SEBC) or INR 500 (SC/ST) at the time of registration.
- Appear for the PG CSS Entrance Exam and the merit rank is determined based on the entrance score.
- A rank list is published in June through the centralized online portal.
- Candidates are allotted seats in two rounds based on merit rank, stream category, and college preferences.
- Allotted candidates complete document verification and pay the semester fees to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Graduates from any discipline wanting to enter the media industry.
- Candidates seeking one of Kerala’s most affordable journalism PG programmes.
- Those targeting careers in print, broadcast, or digital media in Kerala.
- Science graduates wanting to transition into communication and journalism.
- Students aiming for public relations or corporate communication roles.
✗ Skip if
- Candidates who need established national media house placement tie-ups.
- Those seeking programmes with extensive international media internship opportunities.
- Students who prefer a metro city programme for broader industry networking.
Kerala University MCJ Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| University Merit Scholarship | INR 3,000 per year | Top academic performers in the MCJ programme based on university criteria |
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) | INR 20,000 per year | Top performers in the qualifying exam, family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance as per NSP norms | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum |
| State e-Grantz Scholarship | As per state norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students eligible under Kerala government schemes |
- Apply for central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- SC/ST students availing the e-Grantz scholarship receive tuition fee reimbursement from the state government.
Kerala University MCJ FAQs
Ques. What is the entrance exam for MCJ admission at Kerala University?
Ans. Admission to the MCJ programme at Kerala University is through the PG CSS Entrance Exam, a centralized university-level test that assesses general knowledge, communication aptitude, and awareness of current media trends. The merit rank from this exam determines seat allotment. SC/ST candidates may be exempted from the entrance requirement in certain vacant seat rounds as notified by the university.
Ques. Can engineering or MBBS graduates apply for MCJ at Kerala University?
Ans. Yes, graduates from any bachelor’s degree programme, including engineering, medicine, law, commerce, and science, are eligible to apply for MCJ at Kerala University. The programme has a stream-based seat division where 50% of the 22 seats are allocated to science stream graduates and the remaining 50% to non-science graduates, ensuring representation from both streams.
Ques. Why is the first semester MCJ fee higher than subsequent semesters?
Ans. The first semester fee of INR 2,640 is higher because it includes one-time admission charges and additional university levies collected at enrolment. From the second semester onwards, the fee reduces to INR 840 per semester, covering tuition only. The total two-year programme cost is INR 5,160, making MCJ at Kerala University among the most affordable journalism degrees in the country.
Ques. What career options are available after MCJ from Kerala University?
Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as journalists, reporters, sub-editors, and content producers in print, broadcast, and digital media. Other paths include public relations, corporate communications, advertising, and media research. The MCJ degree also qualifies graduates to sit for UGC-NET in Journalism and Mass Communication for a teaching career at the college level.
Ques. How many seats are available in the MCJ programme at Kerala University?
Ans. The MCJ programme at Kerala University has a total intake of 22 seats per year. These are divided equally between science stream and non-science stream graduates, with 11 seats for each category. Seats are filled through the centralized online allotment system in two rounds based on entrance exam merit and candidates’ college preferences.
Ques. What scholarships can MCJ students at Kerala University apply for?
Ans. MCJ students can apply for the University Merit Scholarship of INR 3,000 per year, the Central Sector Scholarship of INR 20,000 per year for top academic performers, and the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students through the National Scholarship Portal. SC/ST students also receive tuition fee reimbursement through Kerala’s e-Grantz portal, effectively reducing the programme cost to nil.