Master of Science [M.Sc]

The Zamorins Guruvayurappan College (ZGC), Kozhikode, offers M.Sc in 4 specialisations — Botany, Chemistry, Health and Yoga Therapy, and Mathematics as 2-year full-time postgraduate programmes affiliated to the University of Calicut. This NAAC Grade A government-aided institution, established in 1877, charges a government-regulated total fee of INR 5,690 across all four M.Sc specialisations. Admission is through CU-CET (Calicut University Common Entrance Test).

Admission Status 2026: CU-CET 2026 was conducted on May 14 to 16, 2026. The University of Calicut PG Allotment Registration is currently open from June 4 to 19, 2026 at admission.uoc.ac.in. The first allotment at ZGC is expected in June to July 2026.

Key Points

• M.Sc Health and Yoga Therapy at ZGC is among the few government-aided colleges in Kerala offering this specialisation under the University of Calicut, covering therapeutic yoga, naturopathy, and wellness counselling.
• All M.Sc programmes follow the University of Calicut CBCS framework with a mandatory research dissertation in the final semester.
• ZGC M.Sc seats are filled entirely through CU-CET merit; no management-quota direct admissions are available for these government-aided PG programmes.

ZGC M.Sc Fees 2026

• INR 2,845 per year; government-regulated tuition for an aided institution under the University of Calicut.
• Additional statutory charges such as PTA fund, caution deposit, and university exam fees may apply at admission.
• Fees is subject to change. Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

ZGC M.Sc Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Candidates who appeared for CU-CET 2026 must register at admission.uoc.ac.in during the allotment window to be considered for ZGC.
• Contact ZGC directly for any management-quota seat details for M.Sc programmes.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Sc with the relevant subject (Botany/Chemistry/Mathematics) as the main subject, or a relevant undergraduate degree for Health and Yoga Therapy, with minimum 45% marks from a recognised university.
• A valid CU-CET 2026 scorecard is required for the PG allotment process at admission.uoc.ac.in.
• SC/ST candidates are eligible for relaxed minimum marks as per University of Calicut norms for aided PG programmes.

Admission Process

• Appear for CU-CET conducted annually by the University of Calicut in May.
• Register at admission.uoc.ac.in after CU-CET results are declared and select ZGC Kozhikode as a preferred college.
• Accept the allotment and pay the seat confirmation fee within the specified deadline.
• Report to ZGC with original degree certificates, mark sheets, CU-CET scorecard, and category certificate for document verification.
• Pay the programme fee at ZGC to complete admission.

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking the most affordable M.Sc in Kerala with University of Calicut affiliation
• Planning a teaching career after UGC NET/SET from a NAAC A government college
• Kerala-domicile student eligible for state or central scholarship coverage
• Interested in M.Sc Health and Yoga Therapy not widely offered in government colleges

✗ Skip if

• Expecting corporate campus placements arranged by the college
• Need a nationally ranked research university for PhD preparation
• Based outside Kerala and ineligible for Kerala government scholarship schemes

ZGC M.Sc Scholarships 2026

• Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) between August and November annually.
• Kerala SC/ST and OBC students should also check the Kerala Social Welfare Department portal (swd.kerala.gov.in) for state-specific schemes.

ZGC M.Sc FAQs

Ques. Is there a separate CU-CET paper for each M.Sc subject at ZGC, or one common exam?

Ans. CU-CET is conducted subject-wise by the University of Calicut. Candidates appearing for M.Sc Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Health and Yoga Therapy each sit a subject-specific paper. The centralised allotment portal at admission.uoc.ac.in covers all affiliated colleges including ZGC, so you register for ZGC within the same portal after the result.

Ques. Can a student from outside Kerala apply for M.Sc at ZGC?

Ans. Yes. CU-CET is open to candidates from any state with a qualifying B.Sc in the relevant subject and the required marks. However, Kerala state government scholarships such as Post-Matric and Merit-cum-Means are available only to Kerala-domicile students, so out-of-state applicants will not receive these fee benefits.

Ques. Does M.Sc from ZGC qualify you for UGC NET?

Ans. Yes. M.Sc from ZGC is a recognised postgraduate degree conferred by the University of Calicut, which qualifies you for UGC NET in the relevant subject. A minimum of 55% at the PG level (50% for reserved categories) is required to appear for UGC NET for lectureship eligibility.

Ques. Are hostel facilities available for outstation M.Sc students at ZGC?

Ans. ZGC has hostel facilities on campus, though seats are limited and allotted on merit and need. Outstation PG students should apply for hostel accommodation when confirming admission to ZGC. Private PG lodges are also available in the Pokkunnu area near the college in Kozhikode.

Ques. Which M.Sc specialisation at ZGC has the most career options outside academia?

Ans. M.Sc Chemistry graduates can target QC and analytical roles in pharma and manufacturing. M.Sc Mathematics opens paths to data analytics, banking, and actuary exams. M.Sc Health and Yoga Therapy graduates can work as yoga therapists and wellness consultants in healthcare and corporate wellness. M.Sc Botany career options outside academia are relatively narrow, with government research institutes and pharmaceutical QC being key sectors.