Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test

MGU CAT 2024 Registration Started

MGU CAT registration for 2024 has started. The last date to fill out the MGU CAT application form 2024 is March 30, 2024.

M.Sc programs and various other programs are offered at Mahatma Gandhi University. You must have a minimum of 50% in a bachelor's degree to be eligible for MGU CAT.

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Centers

MG University offers five exam centers for MGU CAT 2024. You can choose one during MGU CAT registration.

• Thiruvananthapuram
• Kottayam
• Ernakulam
• Kozhikode
• Kannur

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Dates

MGU CAT exam dates 2024 have been announced. The exam will be conducted for two days, March 17 and 18, 2024.

MGU CAT exam 2024 will be conducted in three sessions:

• Session 1: 09.00 AM - 11.00 AM
• Session 2: 11.30 AM - 1.30 PM
• Session 3: 02.30 PM - 04.30 PM

About MGU CAT 2024

MGU CAT 2024 is a university-level entrance exam for candidates seeking admission to various postgraduate programs at MGU. The Common Admission Test is conducted for admission to various teaching Departments and Schools of the University.

MGU CAT 2024 Highlights

MGU CAT 2024 Important Dates

MGU CAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Before filling the application form, candidates must check the eligibility criteria according to their subject. If candidates do not satisfy the eligibility criteria, their form can be disqualified at any stage.

MGU CAT Admit Card 2024

MGU CAT admit card will be issued on April 20, 2024. You will be able to download the MGU CAT admit card from the official website of Mahatma Gandhi University.

MBA Scores Valid for MG University Admission

The MBA entrance exam scores that are valid for admission to MG University are CAT, CMAT, and KMAT. Candidates must have passed any of these exams in the same academic year.

MGU CAT 2024 Programmes and Seat Distribution

Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test (MGU CAT) 2024 offers admission to postgraduate programmes across science, arts, and professional streams. Seats are divided into State, All India Open, and International quotas.

Eligibility Criteria for Science Programmes

Eligibility for M Sc programmes depends on the specific subject and the undergraduate degree held. The minimum marks required in Part III are 50% for most science courses.

Life Science Programmes

For M Sc in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biophysics, and Microbiology, the candidate must have a BSc degree in Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Physics. The candidate needs not less than 50% marks in Part III.

Chemistry Programmes

For M Sc in Chemistry (Inorganic, Organic, Physical, and Polymer), the candidate must have a B Sc in Chemistry with Mathematics and Physics as Subsidiaries. The candidate needs not less than 50% marks in Part III.

Computer Science

For M Sc in Computer Science, the candidate needs a B Sc in Computer Science, Computer Application, B Sc IT, BCA, or B Sc with Computer Science as one of the main subjects. The candidate needs not less than 50% marks in Part III.

Physics

For M Sc in Physics, the candidate needs a B Sc in Physics with Mathematics as one of the subsidiaries. The candidate needs not less than 50% marks in Part III.

Environmental Science

For M Sc in Environment Science & Management, the candidate needs a B Sc degree in any of the following optionals: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Geography, Life Science, Environment Science, Environment Management, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant or Animal Science, Agriculture, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Horticulture, or Forestry. A B Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental is also accepted. The candidate needs not less than 50% marks in Part III.

For M Sc in Environment Science and Disaster Management, the candidate needs a B Sc degree in any subject with not less than 50% marks in Part III.

Eligibility Criteria for Arts and Social Science Programmes

Eligibility for M A programmes varies by subject. The minimum marks required range from 45% to 60% depending on the undergraduate degree.

Politics and International Relations, Politics and Human Rights, Politics (Public Policy and Governance)

For these three programmes, the candidate needs one of the following:

• BA in Economics, Politics, History, or Law with not less than 45% marks for Part III.
• BA in English, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Geography, Philosophy, or Commerce with 50% in Part III.
• B Sc in any branch with not less than 60% marks in Part III.

Economics

For M A Economics, the candidate needs a Bachelors degree in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics under the 10+2+3 pattern of education. The candidate needs at least 45% marks in Core and Complementary subjects. An equivalent degree from an institution approved by Mahatma Gandhi University is also accepted.

Malayalam

For M A in Malayalam, the candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in Malayalam with not less than 45% marks (or CGPA of 1.8) in Part III. A degree in Arts or Science with a minimum of 50% marks in Part II Malayalam is also accepted.

English

For M A in English, the candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in English with not less than 45% marks in Part III. A degree in Arts or Science with a minimum of 50% marks in Part I English is also accepted.

Gandhian Studies and Development Studies

For M A in Gandhian Studies and M A in Development Studies, the candidate needs a pass in any graduate programme with 45% marks in Part III.

History and Anthropology

For M A History and MA Anthropology, the candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in the faculty of Social Sciences with not less than 45% marks in Part III.

Eligibility Criteria for Professional Programmes

Professional programmes have separate eligibility requirements. The minimum marks required are 50% for most courses.

Master of Tourism and Travel Management

How to Apply for MGU CAT 2024

The application process for MGU CAT 2024 is completed online through the official website cat.mgu.ac.in. The process is divided into three main steps.

Step 1: Registration

1. Visit the official website cat.mgu.ac.in.
2. Click on the link ‘MGU CAT Application Form’.
3. Fill the registration form to get an Application Number.
4. Provide details such as Candidate's Name, Date of Birth, and Email ID.
5. Click on ‘submit’ after filling all the credentials.
6. An application number will be generated after successful submission.

Step 2: Filling Details in Application Form

After the fee payment is successful, candidates must fill in the following details:

• Personal details
• Basic details
• Educational details
• Communicational details

Step 3: Fee Payment

1. Payment can be made through the official website.
2. Login to the candidate portal using the application number.
3. Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Posting the Application Form

Some candidates are required to send a hard copy of the application form by post. The address depends on the programme applied for.

Applicants of M.Ed programmes should send the hard copy to:

Director,
School of Pedagogical Sciences,
Mahatma Gandhi University,
PIN 686560

Candidates for other programmes have to post the print of the application form to:

Director,
School of Distance Education,
Mahatma Gandhi University,
Kottayam-686560

MGU CAT 2024 Application Fee

Candidates must pay the application fee after registration. The fee can be paid via credit card, debit card, or net banking.

MGU CAT 2024 Admit Card

The Admit Card can be downloaded from the official website. It contains information about the candidate and the exam, and it acts as identity proof for entry into the examination hall. No candidate is allowed inside the examination hall without the Admit Card. Candidates must preserve the Admit Card even after the exam for further processes.

Follow these steps to download the MGU CAT 2024 Admit Card:

1. Visit the official website.
2. Click on the link ‘Admit Card’.
3. Provide required information such as registration number, name, and date of birth.
4. Take a printout of the Admit Card and preserve it for future reference.

Before taking the printout, candidates should check the following information on the Admit Card:

• Candidates Name
• Address
• Contact Details
• Candidates Photograph
• Examination Centre
• Timing of the Exam

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Center

Candidates can choose any one exam center according to their preferences at the time of registration. Once allotted, the exam center cannot be changed. The available options are:

1. Thiruvananthapuram
2. Kottayam
3. Kochi
4. Kozhikode
5. Delhi
6. Mumbai
7. Chennai
8. Bangolore

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The MGU CAT 2024 Exam Pattern is set by Mahatma Gandhi University for students applying for post-graduation. The exam is conducted in offline mode and lasts 90 minutes. It consists of 80 objective type questions, and candidates must choose one correct answer from four options. The question paper is only in the English language.

The question paper is of objective and descriptive type for the following subjects, where candidates must write descriptive answers:

1. MA Malayalam
2. MA English
3. LLM
4. Master of Tourism Management

MGU CAT 2024 Syllabus

Candidates should review the MGU CAT syllabus to understand the question paper structure. Knowing the syllabus is necessary to score well in the exam. Check the syllabus of the course below.

MGU CAT Syllabus

The syllabus for MGU CAT varies by the school and program you are applying to. Each school sets its own syllabus for the entrance test.

MGU CAT 2024 Result

MGU CAT 2024 result will be declared on the official website. Result dates will be announced soon. Candidates must preserve the hard copies of their result.

Follow these steps to check the result on the official website:

• Visit the official website of MGU.
• Click on the "MGU CAT 2024 result" link.
• Provide credentials like roll number, application number and date of birth in the given space.
• Click on the 'Submit' button.
• Download the result and take a print out.

MGU CAT 2024 Counselling Process

Counselling process will begin in the last week of June tentatively. The shortlisted candidates will be called for the counselling round.

Seat allotment will be based on the availability of seats, options exercised and rank obtained. During counselling, candidates have to select their preferences of specialization.

Documents required on the day of counselling:

• Matriculation certificate for date of birth
• Transfer Certificate
• Marks sheet of institution last attended
• Provisional certificate of institution last attended
• Migration certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• BPL Certificate (if applicable)

MGU CAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The MGU CAT 2024 eligibility criteria include age limit, minimum marks, and specific subject requirements. Mahatma Gandhi University has published the detailed eligibility criteria in the official brochure at cat.mgu.ac.in.

The maximum age limit to apply for MGU CAT 2024 is 25 years. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised university. For the subject you apply for, you must have a Bachelor's degree in that specific subject. For example, for M.Sc in Psychology, you must have passed B.A/B.Sc Psychology with not less than 50% marks.

Eligibility verification is done only at the time of MGU CAT Counselling.

Course-wise Eligibility Requirements

Different courses have different eligibility criteria. The requirements for each course are listed below.

MGU CAT Reservation Criteria

Mahatma Gandhi University has seven types of seat reservation for MGU CAT. The reservation categories are listed below.

• Reservation for International Students
• Reservation for natives of Union territories/States other than Kerala
• Reservation for Persons with Disabilities
• Reservation for Transgender Candidate
• Sports Quota
• Cultural Quota
• Special and Mandatory Reservation

MGU CAT Latest Updates

• MGU CAT admit card 2024 will be available soon.
• MGU CAT registration is open.

MGU CAT Reservation Categories

MGU CAT provides seat reservations in three categories. Candidates must meet the specific criteria for each category to claim a reserved seat.

1. Reservation for Persons with Disabilities

Candidates with disabilities must clear the entrance test first. After that, they can claim reservation.

• 3% of the total seats in all programmes are reserved for this category.
• One-third of the total 3% is reserved for candidates who are blind, deaf or orthopedically challenged respectively.
• Candidates who are more than 40% disabled could claim reservation only.

2. Special Reservation

The special reservation category has three sub-categories.

Economically Backward among Forward Communities (EBFC):

• 7.5% of the total seats in all non-professional courses are reserved for this category.
• 6.5% of the total seats in all professional courses are reserved for this category.
• If no seats are available in this quota, the candidates will be allotted general seats.

Teacher's quota:

• Only one seat is reserved under this quota.
• This is for M. Ed only.
• Children of the teachers who are teaching in Govt. /Aided Colleges/Schools on a regular basis can claim for this reservation.

Foreign students quota:

• 2% of seats are reserved for this category.
• Foreign students can claim for this even without entrance.
• This reservation can be claimed on self financing as well as the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) attached to the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

3. Mandatory Reservation

This is the third type of reservation by MGU CAT 2024. The distribution is given below.

For professional programmes:

For non-professional programmes:

Category Wise Important Documents for MGU CAT

Candidates claiming reservation must submit the documents listed below at the time of counselling and final admission. Failing to carry any of the documents may lead to debarment.

• Candidates claiming reservation under disability must submit a certificate of disability by the medical board constituted for the same.
• Candidates claiming reservation under Economically Backward among Forward Communities must submit BPL certificates.
• Candidates claiming reservation under teachers quota must submit certificates countersigned by AEO / DEO / DD.
• Candidates claiming reservation under Foreign Students Quota must submit original application along with the copies of below-given certificates.

1. Curriculum vitae.
2. Copies of mark lists/transcripts of all examinations undergone.
3. Two copies of recent passport size photographs.
4. Conduct certificate from the Head of the Institution last studied.
5. Reference letters from two persons who have intimate knowledge of the academic capabilities of the candidates.
6. Copy of Passport.

• Candidates claiming reservation under mandatory reservation must submit the following documents.

1. 'Community' and 'Income Certificates' if the candidate is from 'Socially and Educationally Backward Classes' (SEBC).
2. Caste/community certificate from the Tahsildar if the candidate is from Scheduled Castes /Scheduled Tribes.

MGU CAT 2024 Application Form

The MGU CAT 2024 application form was released on February 15, 2024. The last date to submit the form is March 30, 2024.

The form is available at cat.mgu.ac.in. Applications are accepted only in online mode. You can apply for up to 4 academic courses at once, based on the MGU CAT eligibility for each subject.

The MGU CAT 2024 exam will be held on May 17 and 18, 2024.

MGU CAT 2024 Registration Link

The registration link for MGU CAT 2024 has started.

• MGU CAT Registration Link 2024 (Started)

MGU CAT 2024 Application Fee

The MGU CAT 2024 application fee is Rs. 1200 for general category candidates. The fee for other categories is Rs. 600.

The fee must be paid online using a debit card, credit card, UPI ID, or bank transfer.

MGU CAT 2024 Admission Process

Admission will be provided to only one course out of the 4 selected courses. Individual rank lists will be published for different specialized programs within the cluster of four academic courses.

These rank lists are based on the marks obtained by candidates in the exam. Admission will be allotted strictly based on the option exercised, the rank obtained by the applicant, and eligibility reservation.

MGU CAT 2024 Important Dates

The entire schedule for MGU CAT 2024 is tabulated below:

MGU CAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for applying for MGU CAT 2024 is that candidates must possess a degree. The following table gives details on course-wise eligibility.

MGU CAT 2024 FAQs

Do MBA candidates have to appear for MGU CAT?

No, MBA candidates do not have to appear for the written test – MGU CAT. They do have to fill out the MGU CAT application form before the deadline so they can be shortlisted for the GD/PI (CAP) round.

What are the names of MGU CAT test centres for 2024?

The MGU CAT test centres for 2024 are Thiruvananthapuram, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, and Kannur. You can select any one of the exam centres according to your convenience.

How can I pay for MGU CAT registrations?

You have to pay the MGU CAT application fee online using a debit card, credit card, UPI ID, or bank transfer. The MGU CAT registration fee for 2024 for general category is Rs. 1200.

MGU CAT 2024 Application Process

Only one online application is valid for the MGU CAT exam. Candidates must select 4 different academic programs in various teaching departments during registration.

Steps to Apply Online

Registration

• Visit the official website www.cat.mgu.ac.in
• Click "Apply Online" at the top of the homepage
• Register with personal details and set a password using alphabets, special characters, and numbers
• An application number is generated after successful registration
• Use the application number and password to log in to the website

Fill Personal Details

Enter your personal information in the application form. Complete all required fields as per the instructions on the website.

Eligibility Criteria for MGU CAT Programmes

Eligibility varies by programme. The table below lists each programme and its required qualification.

How to Fill the MGU CAT Application Form

Fill the online application form with personal details such as name, date of birth, and gender. SC/ST candidates must select their category from the drop-down menu to process the concession fee.

For qualification details, two sections appear on the screen. One section is for M.Sc., MA, LLM, and MTTM programs. The other section is for M.Ed. programs. Enter details in only one section unless you apply for both program types.

• Select 4 choice of academic programs based on preference.
• Select the test centers. Choose a maximum of 3 centers based on preference.

Upload Images

• Upload a scanned copy of a recent colour passport-sized photograph.
• The photograph should not exceed 30kb in size and must be in JPG/JPEG format.

Fee Payment

Payment of the application fee is required to process the form. The application will not be processed until the fee is paid.

• Application fee for the General category is INR 1000.
• Application fee for SC/ST category is INR 500.
• Pay the fee using a credit card, debit card, or cash card, whichever is available.
• Fees paid by any other means will not be accepted, and the application will not be processed.
• After successful payment, click the "Final Submit" button to complete the application process.

Take a printout of the application form for further reference. M.Ed. program candidates should send the hard copy of their application form with degree certificates, proof of weightage points, and mark sheets to MGU. Mention the exam name on the outer envelope.

Send the documents along with the form to this address:

Director,
School of Pedagogical Sciences
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam
Kerala 686560
Contact number: 0481 6555562

Application Process for Foreign Nationals with Student Visa

Online registration is not for candidates with foreign nationality. The general eligibility criterion is that they should possess a student visa.

Foreign candidates should download the application form from the official website. Fill it and send an advance copy of the application along with the documents and proof of fee remittance. Send the documents to this address:

Registrar,
Mahatma Gandhi University,
Kottayam- 686 560,
Kerala, India

The documents that should be attached are:

• An advance copy of the application form
• Proof of fee remittance
• Copy of passport
• Two copies of recent colour passport-sized photographs
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of mark lists
• Conduct certificate from the Head of the former Institute
• Reference letters from two persons with intimate knowledge of the candidate's academic capabilities

Details in MGU CAT 2024 Application Form

Candidates are required to fill in their personal and academic details in the online application form. The details required are given below:

MGU CAT 2024 Application Form Correction

After the online application closes, candidates who have completed the online registration process should log in and check for errors. The correction portal will be open for a limited time only.

Details that can be modified during the form correction process are:

• Name of the Candidate
• Category
• Program Options
• Test Centers
• Correspondence address

Candidates can edit and correct all the details. The filled-in details should correspond to the original documents if applicable. If any detail is found false at any point, it will lead to cancellation of the candidature and admission.

Candidates are required to correct all the valid details during the correction period.

FAQs

Ques: I am a foreign national with a student visa. Can I apply?

Yes, foreign nationals with a student visa can apply. They must download the application form from the official website and send an advance copy with the required documents and proof of fee remittance to the Registrar's address.

MGU CAT Application FAQs

Eligibility for MGU CAT

Yes, you can apply if you meet the academic eligibility requirements. Download the application form and send it to the University address.

Degree with Multiple Attempts

Yes, you are eligible if you cleared your Degree examination in two attempts. Mention the number of attempts in the section provided while filling the online application form.

Applying for Multiple Programs

No, you do not need to apply twice for two programs. Register once and select up to four programs you wish to pursue, provided you fulfill each program's eligibility.

Where to Send the Application Form

Send the application form along with required documents and fee remittance proof to the address below:

• Director,
• School of Pedagogical Sciences
• Mahatma Gandhi University
• Kottayam
• Kerala 686560
• Contact number: 0481 6555562

Exam Pattern

The exam pattern depends on the subject you choose. Most programmes follow a general pattern, while some have specific structures.

General Pattern

The general pattern has 80 objective type questions. Each question has four options, and you must choose one correct answer.

• Question paper medium: English only
• Question type: Objective (multiple choice)

Objective and Descriptive Pattern

Some subjects have both objective and descriptive questions. For these, you must write descriptive answers as well.

• MA Malayalam
• MA English
• LLM
• Master of Tourism Management

Master of Tourism and Travel Management

This entrance test has 80 marks for objective questions and one descriptive general short essay for 20 marks. The objective portion is split into three sections.

M Sc Computer Science

This entrance test has two parts. Part I covers Computer Science questions, and Part II covers logical reasoning and numeral ability.

• Part I: Computer Science
• Part II: Logical reasoning and numeral ability

MGU CAT Exam Pattern

MGU CAT is conducted by Mahatma Gandhi University. The exam is held for admission to Integrated Programs, MA, M.Sc and the Masters of Tourism and Travel department. The exam pattern for MGU CAT is different for each course. Admission through this exam also includes a Personal Interview and Group Discussion.

Admission to MBA courses is based on the CAT exam, CMAT and KMAT exams. Candidates for MBA do not need to appear for MGU CAT.

Mahatma Gandhi University states that the process is the simplest and most transparent for allotment of vacant seats. It allows candidates to exercise options and put forth their choices conveniently in order of preference.

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights

The main highlights of the exam pattern are given below.

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Pattern in Detail

The Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test duration is 90 minutes for all academic disciplines. The test paper is of objective type except for the following courses:

• MA Malayalam
• MA English
• LLM
• Master of Tourism Management

For these programs, the questions are both objective and descriptive. The MGU CAT exam pattern and corresponding syllabus for each academic program are provided separately in tabulated form.

MGU CAT 2024 Exam Pattern

The MGU CAT 2024 question paper will be for 80 marks. Each question carries 1 mark and has 4 options. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

The syllabus for the entrance test depends on the course you apply for. The table below lists the courses and their corresponding exam patterns.

MGU CAT 2024 Marking Scheme

The marks calculated for MGU CAT will depend on the following factors:

• The marks scored by the candidate in the entrance test for the respective subject will be converted to 1000.
• The bonus marks or the weightage marks that facilitate some categories.

Bonus or Weightage Marks in MGU CAT 2024

Indexing of marks will depend on the bonus marks awarded to students as per the guidelines below:

• NCC candidates will get a bonus of 5 marks if they have a genuine NCC certificate with seal and signature by the Director and issued by the Directorate with a minimum of 75% attendance. An A certificate holder gets 3 points, while B and C certificate holders get 5 points.
• NSS candidates will get a bonus of 5 marks if they have an NSS certificate signed by the Vice-Chancellor or Pro Vice-Chancellor. This is for candidates who completed 240 hours of work in a two-year span.
• Ex-servicemen, widows, and children of Jawans will be awarded 15 marks.
• Candidates who applied for M.Ed. courses and completed their B.Ed. degree will get bonus points. Candidates with a first-class PG degree get 15 marks, a second-class PG degree get 10 marks, and a third-class PG degree get 5 marks.
• A deduction of 5 marks will be made from the overall indexed marks for each additional appearance taken to complete the qualifying test.

MGU CAT 2024 Syllabus

The syllabus for MGU CAT is based on the graduation-level books of the academic programs. Candidates can select up to four academic courses for post-graduation. They must study the graduation books recommended by the university for their chosen courses to pass the entrance test.

The syllabus for each program is given in the table below.

Important Instructions for MGU CAT

The important instructions and guidelines for MGU CAT are given below.

• Applicant must be present at the examination center 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the entrance test.
• Under any circumstances, applicant’s entry will be prohibited in the reporting center without MGU CAT 2024 admit card.
• Electronic gadgets like mobile phones, calculators or suchlike are restricted inside the examination center.
• Applicants are not allowed to open the seal of exam booklet unless instructed to do the same.
• Candidates are given an extra time of 10 minutes to read the distributed exam booklet thoroughly to avoid unwanted situations.
• Personal belongings like baggage must be kept outside the center. Also, the center will not be responsible for mishappening of any sort with the belongings.
• Answers should be marked correctly in the OMR sheet as per applicant’s ability and knowledge by darkening the appropriate options.
• Applicant will not be allowed to leave the center before the timings of the examination as it can lead to the cancellation of the examination.
• Candidature will be cancelled for applicant who will be found guilty for using unfair means to mark the answers.

MGU CAT 2024 cut-off marks have not been announced. Cut-offs are released after the exam and depend on factors like the number of applicants and available seats.

MGU CET Result 2024 Overview

MGU CET Result 2024 is released as a rank list. You can check the result on the official Mahatma Gandhi University website, cat.mgu.ac.in.

The result contains the candidate's name, rank, roll number, category, caste, date of birth, test mark, and total mark. You can download the result using the credentials you used during registration.

MGU CET Counselling 2024

Counselling starts after the result announcement. The counselling process is conducted course-wise and includes a Descriptive Test, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI).

MGU CET counselling is expected to be conducted in June 2024. The Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) is prepared by MGU University and declared on the official portal. Selection for CAP is based on the MGU CAT score.

MGU CET Rank List Preparation

A separate rank list is prepared for each course. The method of preparation differs by course type.

• M.Sc courses: Total marks in the Objective Test are converted to a score out of 800. Bonus or weightage marks are then added.
• Integrated programs: Total marks in the objective test are converted to a score out of 1000. Bonus or weightage marks are then added.
• MA programs: Marks from the objective test, descriptive test (maximum 40), and interview (maximum 10) are converted to a score out of 20, up to two decimal places. This total is then converted to a score out of 1000.

MGU CET Admission Confirmation

Allotment is based on the MGU CAT score and the information you provide online. The head of the institution verifies the details in the rank list against your original documents before the deadline set by the university.

Eligibility is confirmed before the closing of admission. If any discrepancy is found, the allotment is invalidated and admission is denied.

Documents Required for MGU CET Counselling

The following documents are required for MGU CAT counselling:

• Nativity Certificate issued by the concerned competent authority
• Date of birth certificate
• Transfer Certificate
• Mark lists of Qualifying Degree examination
• Migration Certificate
• Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, BPL Certificate, NCLC certificate if applicable

MGU CAT 2024 Result Date

Candidates who make the MGU CAT merit list are called for the counselling and admission process. The schedule of events is given below.

How to Check MGU CAT 2024 Result

Results are declared around the first or second week of June 2024 (tentatively) on the official website. Follow these steps to check the result:

1. Log onto the official website, mgu.ac.in.
2. Click on the Examinations option at the top center of the page.
3. Click on the Exam Results option from the list.
4. Fill in the Examination Name and PRN number.
5. The result appears in a PDF format.
6. Download it for future reference.

Details on MGU CAT Scorecard

The following details are present on the scorecard:

• Name of the candidate
• Course name
• Date of the examination
• Marks secured
• Sectional marks
• Rank of the candidate

MGU CAT 2024 Normalization of Score

The normalization process adjusts for location and scale differences in score distributions across different test forms. The scale scores are converted into a percentile for shortlisting.

The rank list for all courses and programs is prepared based on the following:

• Marks scored in the entrance test
• Total marks converted to 1000
• Bonus marks or weighted marks
• A+B as the index marks

For the M.Ed course, selection is based on a 50:50 ratio of qualifying examination plus weightage and entrance test.

The rank list is published after the entrance test results are announced.

MGU CAT 2024 Merit List

The merit list is part of the rank list released after the entrance test results. It determines which candidates are called for counselling.

Merit List Preparation for MGU CAT

Allotment to all courses is based on a merit list prepared by Mahatma Gandhi University after the result is declared.

The merit list for all PG programmes is prepared based on the following components:

1. Marks scored in the Entrance Exam plus the marks in GD/Interview/Descriptive exam/Qualifying examination marks converted to 20 (Total mark converted into 1000).
2. The bonus marks/weightage marks/Handicap mark.

The sum of these two components (A+B) will be the index marks.

MGU CAT 2024 Counselling

Rank list and the lists of eligible candidates for admission as per merit and reservation will be published separately on the university admission portal. Eligible candidates will be called for the counselling process.

Candidates who fail to report to the counselling will be treated as non-joined. Further claim for admission from these students will not be entertained.

Documents Required at Counselling

Candidates should produce the following documents in original at the time of counselling:

• Birth Certificate
• Transfer Certificate
• Mark list of qualifying degree examination
• Equivalency Certificate for qualifying examination (If Applicable)
• Migration Certificate (If Applicable)
• Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, BPL Certificate (If Applicable)
• Any other document required to be produced