Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test Syllabus 2026
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Mahatma Gandhi University Common Admission Test Syllabus
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.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode | Online |
| Number of papers | 1 |
| Number of sections | 2 |
| Question paper type | Objective (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total marks | 80 |
| Exam duration | 90 minutes |
| Exam language | English |
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.
| Course Name | Exam Pattern |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Sciences, M.Sc. Psychology | The entrance test syllabus covers topics from the undergraduate degree in Disability Studies and Psychology. |
| M.Sc. Biochemistry, M.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Sc. Microbiology, M.Sc. Biophysics | The MGU CAT 2024 paper will have questions from Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, and Physics at the undergraduate level at MGU. |
| M.Sc. Computer Science | The test paper has two sections. Section I contains questions from computer science. Section II has questions to assess numerical and logical aptitude. |
| M.Sc. Environment Science and Management, M.Sc. Environment Science and Disaster Management | The paper will have questions from basic sciences at the undergraduate level, general aptitude, and general awareness on environmental sciences. |
| M.A. Gandhian Studies, M.A. Development Studies | The test paper will contain questions from Gandhian Studies or Developmental Practices. |
| L.L.M. | The question paper will have questions from Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Jurisprudence, Fundamentals of Civil and Criminal Law, General Principles of Interpretation, and Current Legal Developments. |
| M.A. Politics & International Relations, M.A. Politics and Human Rights, M.A. Politics (Public Policy & Governance) (UGC Sponsored Programme) | The entrance test paper will have questions from current affairs. |
| M.Sc. Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry), M.Sc. Chemistry (Organic Chemistry), M.Sc. Chemistry (Physical Chemistry), M.Sc. Chemistry (Polymer Science) | Questions will be from the B.Sc. Chemistry syllabus of Mahatma Gandhi University. |
| M.A. Malayalam, M.A. English | The exam paper will have descriptive, short answer type, and objective questions. The paper will also assess aptitude for theatrical and literary studies. |
| M.Sc. Physics with Specialization from Astrophysics, Theoretical Physics, Material Science, Applied Electronics | The test paper will consist of questions from the B.Sc. Physics (Main) and Mathematics (Subsidiary) syllabus of MGU. |
| M.A. History, M.A. Anthropology | The test paper will test a candidate's knowledge in their own discipline as well as their interdisciplinary aptitude. |
| Master of Tourism Management with specialization in Aviation Management, Tour Operations and Health Tourism | The test has objective type questions for 80 marks. The sections are English language (30 marks), General Knowledge and Current Affairs (30 marks), and Travel Geography (20 marks). The test also has a short descriptive type question of 20 marks. |
| M.Ed. in Language Education (English, Malayalam, Hindi, Arabic, and Sanskrit), M.Ed. in Mathematics Education, M.Ed. in Science Education, M.Ed. in Social Science Education, M.Ed. in Commerce Education, M.Ed. in IT Education | The test paper will comprise questions from the general B.Ed. syllabus of MGU. |
| M.A. Economics | The entrance test will have questions from the BA Economics syllabus of MGU. |
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.
| Program Name | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| School of Chemical Sciences | Exam will be based on BSc Chemistry syllabus of MGU. |
| School of Biosciences | Entrance exam will be based on the following MGU syllabus at B. Sc. level:
|
| School of Environmental Sciences | Entrance exam will be totally based on subjects of the following:
|
| School of Letters | Entrance Test will comprise of questions on aptitude for literary or theatrical studies. MGU CAT 2024 question paper will contain essay type questions, short answer questions and objective type questions. |
| School of International Relations and Politics | Entrance Test will comprise of questions on current affairs. |
| School of Gandhian Thought and Developmental Studies | Entrance exam will consist of questions relating to the subject. |
| School of Social Sciences | MGU CAT 2024 Entrance Test will consist of questions that will assess the interdisciplinary aptitude as well as the knowledge in one’s field of discipline to qualify the examination. |
| School of Behavioral Sciences | Entrance exam will have of questions in an interdisciplinary manner based on the syllabus of the qualifying test. |
| School of Computer Sciences | Entrance Test will consist of two parts:
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| School of Tourism and Travel Management | The corresponding entrance Test will carry objective type questions for 80 marks:
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| School of Indian Legal Thought | Entrance exam will consist of questions which concerns some branches of law which includes Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Jurisprudence, Fundamentals of Civil & Criminal Law, General Principles of Interpretation and Current Legal Developments. |
| School of Pedagogical Sciences | Entrance Test will comprise of objective type questions for 50 marks based on the syllabus of general discipline of B Ed programme of MGU. |
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.