Kerala University M.Tech admission 2024 is open now. The last date to apply is May 10, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in. The application fee for general category candidates is INR 750 and INR 500 for SC/ST category applicants. Admission to the M.Tech program at Kerala University is based on GATE or Kerala University PG Entrance Examination (KUPGEE) scores. Preference will be given to applicants having valid GATE scores. Non-GATE-qualified candidates must appear for the entrance exam conducted by the university. The entrance exam is scheduled from May 18 to May 25, 2024.

M.Tech at Kerala University is a two-year full-time program offered in 3 specialisations such as Computer Science, Technology Management, Electronics & Communication (Optoelectronics & Optical Communications). Out of 18 seats of M.Tech Computer Science programs are reserved for sponsored candidates (having a minimum of 2 years of work experience), 3 seats are reserved for SC/ST categories, and 10 seats are offered to General category candidates. To be eligible for admission, candidates must hold a BE/BTech degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks from a recognised university or institute. Check Kerala University Admission 2024

Kerela University M.Tech Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility Criteria for Admission to M.Tech Program for various specailizations of M.Tech Program of Kerala University is as follows:

M.Tech Computer Science: A Bachelor Degree in Engineering/ Technology with at least 55% Marks in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electronics Engineering/ Electric Engineering from a recognized University. 

M.Tech Technology Management (Future Studies):

  • Candidate should have a B.Tech Degree in any branch of Engineering with at least 55% Marks from a recognized University.
  • Admission to Non-Sponsored seats will be granted on the basis of GATE Score. Admission to Sponsored seats will be governed by AICTE Guidelines.
  • A Minimum of 2 years of work experience is also required for M.Tech Technology Management (Future Studies).
  • Age: Less than 45 Years.

M.Tech Electronics and Communication (Optoelectronics and Optical Communication): A Bachelor Degree in Engineering/ Technology with at least 55% Marks in Electronics/ Electrical and Electronics/ Electronics and Communication Engineering, Applied Electronics and Instrumentation or M.Sc Degree in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Electronics Science or equivalent.

M.Tech Elective Seats
M.Tech Computer Science 18*
M.Tech Technology Management 15
M.Tech Electronics and Communication (Optoelectronics and Optical Communication) 18

Note: *5 Seats are reserved for sponsored candidates where the student should have a minimum Work Experience of 2 Years. 

Kerala University M.Tech Admission Criteria

Admissions to M.Tech programs at Kerala University are based on GATE or Kerala University PG Entrance Examination (KUPGEE) scores. The preference will be given to GATE-qualified candidates. The university conducts an entrance examination for non-GATE-qualified candidates. No candidate shall be admitted to the M.Tech program without taking the entrance examination provided that the restrictions do not apply to SC/ST candidates admitted to vacant seats, foreign candidates, and sponsored candidates. The final selection is done through a rank list released by the university based on combined scores of the entrance examination and marks secured in the qualifying examination. 

  • A rank List for admission to non-sponsored seats will be made based on a valid GATE score. 
  • There is no entrance test for Sponsored candidates and the ranking shall be based on 80% weightage for CGPA/aggregate marks at bachelor level and 10% for work experience (1%/year) and 10% for an interview conducted by the Department Council. 
  • For sponsored candidates, the ranking will be based on the following components:

Also, in case of more than one student obtaining equal marks in the Entrance Examination, a student with more CGPA will be offered the seat. 

Kerala University M.Tech Application Fees

Category Application Fees
General INR 750
Additional Subjects (General) INR 105
SC/ST INR 500
Additional Subjects SC/ST INR 55

Note: A candidate who do not belong to SC/ST category will be treated as General. In case of GATE qualified student, they must attach the copy of their hall ticket. 

Documents to be attached: 

  • Attested copies of Mark Lists of qualifying examination (all semesters/all years).
  • Attested copy of GATE score card.
  • Attested copies of Community and Income Certificate for OBC reservation.
  • Attested copies of Community Certificate and BPL Certificate for BPL reservation.
  • Attested copy of Disability certificate from the Medical Board of a Government Hospital for
  • Physically Handicapped reservation.
  • Experience Certificate 
  • Attested copy of Community Certificate for SC/ST reservation.

Kerala University M.Tech Course Structure

Semester 1 Courses

  • Foresight and Futures Research
  • Technological Forecasting and Assessment
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Computer Applications
  • Systems Engineering
  • Financial Management and Managerial Decisions
  • Management of Innovation
  • Operations Research and Decision Theory
  • Lab I

Semester 2 Courses

  • Combinatorial Optimization
  • Modelling and Simulation
  • Principles of Technology Management
  • IT and its Management
  • IPR and Patents: Law, Practice and Consultancy

Semester 3 Courses

  • Research Methodology and Negotiated Studies
  • Industrial Project
  • Dissertation
  • Elective III

Semester 4 Courses

  • Dissertation

FAQs

Ques. Is there an option for Multiple Applications in M.Tech program of Kerala University?

Ans.A candidate may apply for a maximum of three M.Tech. Programs at a time.

Ques. What is the eligibility for relaxation available for SC/ST Category at Kerala University? 

Ans. Eligibility of Relaxation for candidates from SC/ST category shall be as follows
  • CGPA of 2.0 or above 4-points 
  • 3.5 or above in a 7-point scale
  • 5.0 or above in a 10-point scale
  • 50% or above in case of Bachelor Degrees which award marks. 

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for M.Tech in future studies at Kerala University? 

Ans. M.Tech Technology Management (Future Studies) eligibility criteria:
  • The candidates should have Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology with at least 55% marks from AICTE approved institutions. Preference will be given to candidates who have qualified GATE . 
  •  A minimum two-years of full time work experience in a registered firm / company / industry / educational and research institution / any Government Department or Government Autonomous Organization in the relevant field.

Ques.What is the eligibility criteria for M.Tech Electronics and Communication at Kerala University?

Ans. Eligibility criteria for M.Tech Electronics and Communication (Optoelectronics and Optical Communication): 

At least a second class BE / B.Tech or equivalent degree with 55% marks in Electronics / Electrical and Electronics / Electronics and Communication Engineering Applied Electronics and Instrumentation or M.Sc Degree in Physics / Applied Physics / Electronic Science or Electronics of the University of Kerala or equivalent. 

Ques. What are the choices available for optional subjects in Kerala University? 

Ans. Choice of optional subjects: The optional subject for the M.Tech, programme should be the same as the one, which the student has selected as Core Course for Graduation, or the main subject for Graduation conventionally recognized to be coming under the optional chosen. In case,the Core Course is different in the programme opted for admission, the eligibility will be decided as per the existing rules of the University.