Kannur University is a multi-campus university with seven campuses spread across the major districts of Kerala. The University has been accredited with NAAC grade ‘B’. and is approved under UGC, AIU, NCTE, ACU, AICTE & MCI. The University is ranked 151-200 in the University category by NIRF 2023. Kannur University has a large number of affiliated colleges. These colleges include both Government colleges, Training Colleges, Professional colleges, Unaided colleges, aided and unaided Oriental Title Colleges, and unaided professional colleges as well. The University also offers UG/PG programs through distance/ Online mode Check Kannur University Distance Education

Kannur University offers UG, PG, and Doctoral programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, etc. Admissions to UG/PG programs in the University Teaching Departments/Centres will be based on the Online Centralized Allotment Process (CAP). Selections for admissions to Kannur University UG programs are based on Merit in the qualifying examination. But for BTech programs, the University accepts scores of the KEAM exam. Admission to PG programs is purely based on the Entrance Test conducted by the University. However, MTech admissions are based on GATE scores. Also, MBA Program admission is granted based on the scores of KMAT/CAT/CMAT, Group Discussion & Interview. Read More about Kannur University Admission

Kannur University Placement 2023 has not been released yet. However, as per Kannur University NIRF 2023 reports. The Median package of UG (5 years) students were INR 1.8 LPA and PG (2 years) students were INR 2.5 LPA during Kannur University Placement 2022. Top recruiters of Kannur University included: Apoco Hyundai, Apple Door, Legal Associates, Bank of America, IPSR Solutions, Ecom Express, C A Firm, Flywheel Automobiles, and Genpact. Read more: Kannur University Placements

 

Kannur University Important Dates 2023

Events  Dates 
Commencement of registration process  May 25, 2023
Trial allotment  June 12, 2023
Last date to apply June 15, 2023
Application form correction  June 18, 2023
First allotment June 23, 2023
Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates (I allotment)  June 24 to 28, 2023
Second Allotment  July 03, 2023
Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates (II allotment)  July 04 to 05, 2023
Third Allotment  July 10, 2023
Payment of admission fee by allotted candidates (III allotment) July 11 to 12, 2023
PG Programs
Last date to Apply  July 3, 2023
M.Com
Last Date to Apply June 20, 2023
B.Ed
Last Date to Apply July 5, 2023
 

Kannur University Courses & Fees

Kannur University offers a plethora of UG, PG and Diploma programs under different schools of teaching and admission to these courses is either entrance or merit-based. The table below portrays the eligibility criteria, selection process, and total fees for popular Kannur University courses:

Courses Details Fees (Annual)
BA Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10+ 2 in any stream from a recognized board
Selection Criteria: Based on merit in the qualifying exam
INR 10,405
B.Com Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: 10 + 2 in relevant stream from a recognized board
Selection Criteria: Based on merit in the qualifying exam
INR 15,675
B. Tech Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: 10 + 2 in science stream from a recognised board
Selection Criteria: KEAM scores + 10 +2 scores
INR 2.09 LPA
BA LLB Duration: 5 years
Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognised board 
Selection Criteria: Based on the Entrance exam conducted by University
INR 15, 755
M.Sc Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline Selection Criteria: Based on the Entrance exam conducted by University
INR 25,735
MBA Duration:2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with 50% aggregate marks
Selection Criteria: Based on KMAT/CAT/CMAT scores, Group Discussion & Interview.
INR 13,775. 
LLM Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: Based on the Entrance exam conducted by University
INR 16,155
M.com Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: based on the Entrance examination (60% weightage) conducted by the University and index marks (40% weightage) 
INR 6,000
MCA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: Based on the Entrance exam conducted by University
INR 11,385
M.A Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: Based on the Entrance exam conducted by University
INR 8,970 
M.Tech Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: based on GATE Score
INR 48,000
M.Phil Duration: 1-year
Eligibility: post-graduation in relevant discipline with 55%
Selection Criteria: NET & JRF scores
INR 19,045
Ph.D Duration:3 years
Eligibility: post-graduation in relevant discipline with 55% Selection Criteria: based on the Entrance Test conducted by the University or scores of NET/GATE examinations conducted by UGC, CSIR, ICAR, and ICMR followed by an Interview conducted by the University
INR 90,000

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Kannur University Admissions 

Kannur University offers UG, PG, and Doctoral programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, etc. Admissions to UG/PG programs in the University Teaching Departments/Centres will be made on the basis of the Online Centralized Allotment Process (CAP). However, B.P.Ed, M.P.Ed, and M.Ed are not included in CAP therefore the institute offers direct admission to these programs. Selections for admissions to Kannur University UG programs are based on the Merit of the candidate in the qualifying examination. But for BTech programs, the University accepts scores of the KEAM exam.

Admission to PG programs is purely based on the Entrance Test. However, MTech admissions are based on GATE scores. Also, MBA Program admission is granted based on the scores of KMAT/CAT/CMAT, Group Discussion & Interview. Admission to Integrated M.Com Programme shall be based on the entrance examination (60% weightage) and index marks (40% weightage) calculated as per existing rules followed. Kannur University Ph.D. admissions are the Entrance Test conducted by the University or scores of NET/GATE examinations conducted by UGC, CSIR, ICAR, and ICMR followed by an Interview conducted by the University.

Kannur University Application Process 

Candidates seeking admission to a program at Kannur University may register through the application form available online on the official website of the University. Here are the steps to Apply for Kannur University Admissions:

  • Visit the official admission portal of Kunnur University i.e. admission.kannuruniversity.ac.in.
  • Now Choose UG Admissions/ PG Admissions.
  • Choose the “Apply Now/ Login” option under the previously selected admission category.
  • Click on the Apply Now link in the respective program.
  • Register yourself using valid details and get your Application Number.
  • Login Using Application No. and the set password.
  • Fill out the form by entering personal details, qualifications, etc.
  • Upload Photo, Signature.
  • Pay the Registration fees by SBI Epay.
  • Submit the Application.
  • Take the printout of the Application form.

Documents Required:

  • Printout of the completed online application generated by the Candidate.
  • Printout of registration fee & university fee remitted by the candidate online. 
  • Original mark lists of the qualifying examination. 
  • Certificate to prove date of birth
  • TC from the Institution last attended 
  • Course & Conduct Certificate 
  • Original Community/Caste Certificate /Anthyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and Priority Household (PHH) category certificate (EWS) /The Income and Assets certificate for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) if applicable 
  • Non-creamy layer certificate in the case of SEBC candidates
  • Original certificates to prove the claim for grace marks, if any.
  • Recognition certificate from the University of Kannur in the case of candidates who have passed their qualifying examination from other Boards/Institutes/governments, except BOARD OF HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION Kerala, VHSE Kerala, THSE Kerala, NIOS, Kerala Literacy Mission, CBSE, CISCE, and State/Central Equivalent
  • Any document to prove Nativity. 
  • Any other relevant certificate for any claim made in the application. 

Application Fee

Registration Fee for Admission to UG/ PG courses under Teaching Departments & Centres of Kannur University 
Category of students Application Fees
Other Categories INR 500
SC/ ST/ PWBD (UG Courses) INR 300
SC/ ST/ PWBD (PG/ Integrated Courses) INR 200
 

Kannur University Cut off 2023 (Expected)

Kannur University will soon declare the minimum cut off required for counseling after the entrance exam result. Kannur University Cut-off 2023 has not been released yet. However, the expected Kannur University B.Tech KEAM Cut off 2023 based on the previous year cut off trends have been mentioned below:


B.Tech Specializations
KEAM Cut off 2023 (Expected)
Opening Rank Closing Rank
Computer Science and Engineering 18313 27235
Electronics and Communication Engineering 47029 57883
Mechanical Engineering 46493 49562
Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering 42473 54297
Civil Engineering 46864 53687
Information Technology 33896 41784

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Kannur University resultsKannur University B.Tech KEAM Cut off

Kannur University also offers semester courses which are segregated as odd semester and even semester. The yearly and semester-end examinations are conducted on time and the Kannur University Results of the same is declared on the official website of the university. Students may follow the below-mentioned steps to view their Kannur University Results:

  • Candidates should visit the university website.
  • Go to the Examination option provided on the page. 
  • On the next page, Click on “Results UG/ PG”.
  • Choose the exam you want to open results for
  • Open the respective exam’s link.
  • Enter the “Roll number” and other details.
  • Click on the “Submit” button. 
  • View and save/print the Kannur University result for future use.

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Kannur University Placement

Kannur University Placement 2023 has not been released yet. However, as per Kannur University NIRF 2023 reports. The Median package of UG (5 years) students were INR 1.8 LPA and PG (2 years) students were INR 2.5 LPA during Kannur University Placement 2022. Top recruiters of Kannur University included: Apoco Hyundai, Apple Door, Legal Associates, Bank of America, IPSR Solutions, Ecom Express, C A Firm, Flywheel Automobiles, and Genpact. The  placement statistics have been tabulated below: 

Particulars Placement Statistic 2022
No. of Students Graduating (UG) 47
No. of Students Placed (UG) 43
No. of Students Graduating (PG) 606
No. of Students Placed (PG) 152
Median Package of UG [5 Years] Students INR 1.8 LPA
Median Package of PG [2 Years] Students INR 2.5 LPA
Top Recruiters Apoco Hyundai, Apple door, Legal Associates, Bank of America, IPSR Solutions, Ecom Express, C A Firm, Flywheel automobiles, Genpact

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Kannur University Campus

Kannur University comprises 7 campuses that are well equipped with different facilities and each campus has different departments related to Arts, Science, and Commerce. The seven campuses are Thalassery, Mangattuparamba, Kannur, Payyanur, Nileswaram, Kasaragod, and Mananthavady Campus. These campuses are upgraded regularly as per the facilities requirement of the students. Following are some of the facilities offered at Kannur University Campus: 

  • Hostel: There are hostel facilities Available for both boys and girls in the Mangattuparamba campus. The hostel is located on the Kannur University campus of 21.73 acres. The hostel is equipped with all the facilities necessary for the comfortable life of students.
  • Library: The library provides the facilities of DELNET and UGC INFONET. The library also has the facility of software SOUL, developed by INFLIBNET. The library is a recognized university as the research center of History, Sanskrit, Statistics, Philosophy, English, Sociology, Economics, Malayalam, etc. This part of the Kannur University Campus provides students with rich learning resources and the Environment. The central library is quite spacious and has a great collection of Journals, Magazines, Reference books, etc.
  • Computer lab: In the computer lab, there are almost 20 computers with wifi-enabled connections. And there is also a separate facility for taking photocopies at Kannur University.
  • Human Resource Development Center: The UGC – HRD Centre of Kannur University Campus aims at imparting continuation of cutting edge innovative and motivative training to Academic Professionals across the country enabling their career advancement and ultimate excellence in molding the young generation susceptible to be the receptor of the world of information with intellectual and emotional contentment and to nurture the true potential hidden in every individual to its peak for exploration of the same for the humanity.
  • Inter-University Centre for Bioscience (IUCB): The Inter-University Centre for Bioscience at Kannur University Campus has been established as a part of the mission-oriented initiatives of the Higher Education Department, Government of Kerala. The most important area of expertise of the IUCB is structural molecular biology. The IUCB conducts workshops and special training sessions for the students and teachers of tertiary-level institutions. It is growing into a hub of frontier-level activity related to the research in Bioscience in general and structural molecular biology in particular. 

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Kannur University Alumni

Notable Alumni Designation
A.N. Shamsheer Indian politician who is the Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly
Manju Warrier Indian actress, producer, classical dancer and playback singer
Nikhila Vimal South Indian actress who predominantly works in Malayalam film
M.Vijin Indian politician from Kerala state
A.C. Sreehari Poet/Writer in Malayalam literature

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Kannur University Rankings

Kannur University is ranked by various national and international organizations, latest rankings of the universities are mentioned below

Ranking Agency Category year Ranked
NIRF Universities 2023 150-200 Rank Band
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking: Overall 2023 1001+
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking: Partnerships for the goals 2023 1001+
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking: Climate Action 2023 601+
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking: Affordable and clean energy 2023 401-600
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking: Gender Equality 2023 600-800
AD Scientific Index Universities/ institutions in World 2023 21821
AD Scientific Index Universities/ institutions in Asia 2023 10784
AD Scientific Index Universities/ institutions in India 2023 3759
Schimago Institutions Rankings Overall 2023 7490th
Schimago Institutions Rankings Research 2023 8233rd
Schimago Institutions Rankings Innovation  2023 3758th
Schimago Institutions Rankings Societal  2023 8044th

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Kannur University Scholarships

  • Kannur University provides a scholarship called Mrs. Sudha Krishnan's endowment scholarship. This scholarship promotes and assists deserving and meritorious students belonging to financially weaker section UG 1st students who can apply for this scholarship at any of the Kannur University affiliated colleges. The aspiring candidates must not score less than 60% in class 12. The student's parent must be a fisherman with an annual income of fewer than 60,000 rupees.
  • Students can also avail of fellowships granted by the Kerala government named E-grant for the students of the poor family so that they can also study. 

The list of Scholarship offered at Kannur students for UG, PG, and research scholars of doctoral programs are mentioned below:

Scholarships/Incentives for UG/PG Students Research Fellowships available for MPhil, PhD
  • E Grantz
  • National Scholarships
  • DCE Scholarships (Kerala)
  • DMW Scholarships (Kerala)
  • Vidyasammunnathi Scholarship
  • Grants for Fisherman’s children
  • Higher Education Scholarship
  • MHRD Scholarships
  • INSPIRE Scholarship
  • Chevening Scholarship
  • UGC-CSIR NET/JRF
  • UGC NET/JRF
  • DBT NET/JRF
  • ICAR NET
  • KSCSTE JRF
  • Maulana Azad National Fellowship for Minority Students (MANF)
  • Post Doctoral Fellowship to SC/ST Candidates (PDFSS)
  • Emeritus Fellowship
  • Dr. S. Radha Krishnan Post Doctoral Fellowship In Humanities And Social Sciences
  • Post Doctoral Fellowship to Women Candidates
  • Swami Vivekananda Single Girl Child Scholarship for Research in Social Sciences (SVSGC)
  • National Fellowship for SC Candidate (NFSC)
  • National Fellowship for OBC Candidate (NFOBC)
  • D S Kothari Fellowship
  • UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Scheme
  • TWAS-DBT PDF
  • DBT RA
  • SERB NPDF
  • INSPIRE Fellowship for PG First rank holders
  • DST Women Scientist Scheme
  • DBT BioCare

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Kannur University Affiliated Colleges

 

Kannur University FAQs

Ques. Does Kannur University offer admissions to all the programs based on CAP?

Ans. No, admissions to certain programs such as B.P.Ed, M.P.Ed, and M.Ed are not included in CAP therefore the institute offers direct admission to these programs. 

Ques. How can I apply for admission to Kannur University?

Ans. You can fill out the Application form for admission to Kannur University through online mode. The detailed application process has been mentioned above, you may check it before applying.

Ques. How to pay the Kannur University application fee?

Ans. Kannur University Application fee can only be paid online through SBI EPay.

Ques. What is the Kannur University Admission application fee for UG/ PG general category candidates?

Ans. The Kannur University Admission application fee for UG/ PG general category candidates is INR 500.

Ques. Who are the top recruiters at Kannur University Placements?

Ans. Top recruiters of Kannur University include Apoco Hyundai, Apple Door, Legal Associates, Bank of America, IPSR Solutions, Ecom Express, C A Firm, Flywheel Automobiles, and Genpact.

Ques. How can I get admission to Kannur University?

Ans. Interested candidates can apply online/offline for admission with the required information and documents. Admission will be done on the basis of marks obtained in the 12th class for undergraduate programs and on the basis of graduation marks for the Post graduation program.

Ques. What is the name and location of the Kannur University Campuses?

Ans. Kannur campus

  1. Thalassery campus,
  2. Mangattuparamba campus, 
  3. Swami Anandateertha campus, Payyanur 
  4. DR. P.K. Rajan Memorial Campus, Nileshwaram
  5. Mananthavady Campus
  6. Kasaragod Campus
  7. Manjeswaram Campus

Ques. Does Kannur University offer Distance Education?

Ans. In the fields of Arts, science, and commerce this university provides distance learning education both at UG and PG levels.

Ques. How many types of reservations are there at Kannur University?

Ans. There are four types of reservations at Kannur University:

  1. Mandatory Reservation
  2. Special Reservation
  3. Reservation for Nominees
  4. Reservation for Differently-abled person

Ques. What are the documents required for the scholarship at Kannur University?

Ans. The following document must be required for the scholarship:

  1. Income Certificate
  2. 10+2 Certificates
  3. SSLC book
  4. Occupation certificate of the parent
  5. Ration card of the parent 
  6. Bonafide certificate issued by the principal

The scanned copies of these documents must be submitted with the Kannur University Scholarship Form.