Madurai Kamaraj University 2023 Application Form, Eligibility, Scholarship

Madurai Kamaraj University 2023: Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU), founded in 1966, is one of the country’s oldest institutions, with a regular academic programme that spans four districts: Madurai, Virudhunagar, Dindugal, and Theni. It includes 15 institutions that have been authorized by the government. Integrated UG programmes, MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, MCA, and other PG and Doctoral programmes are available at MKU Madurai.

Admission to most programmes is through the entrance examination, however admission to MA and M.Sc (in certain specializations)/ M.Li.I.Sc/ M.Com is dependent on merits in the prior qualifying examination. The institution also offers two combined programmes, BBA+MBA and B.Tech+M.Tech, for which admission is based on merit.

Madurai Kamaraj University Courses:

Madurai Kamaraj University offers a number of courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. The courses are offered with different specializations for which candidates are required to fulfill the set eligibility criteria and have to go through the defined selection process. Below is the table mentioning courses provided by the university along with their eligibility criteria and selection process.

Courses	Eligibility	Selection Process
BBA+MBA	For admission to the integrated BBA+MBA program, candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board. The candidate must have a minimum aggregate of 60% in 10+2	The final selection to the Integrated BBA+MBA program is done on the basis of merit. The university prepares the merit list based on the marks obtained by students in the last qualifying examination, i.e 10+2
B.Tech + M.Tech	For admission to the integrated B.Tech+M.Tech program, candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board with subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The candidate must have a minimum aggregate of 60% in 10+2	The final selection to the Integrated B.Tech+M.Tech program is done on the basis of merit. The university prepares the merit list based on the marks obtained by students in the last qualifying examination, i.e 10+2
MA	For admission to the MA program, the candidate must have passed bachelor degree with minimum percentage marks of 60%	The final selection is done either on the basis of the merit or the entrance examination depending on the specialization for which the candidate is applying.
M.Sc	For admission to the M.Sc program, the candidate must have passed B.Sc in relevant specialization with minimum percentage marks of 60%	The final selection is done either on the basis of the merit or the entrance examination depending on the specialization for which the candidate is applying
M.Com	For admission to the M.Com program, the candidate must have passed M.Com with minimum percentage marks of 60%	The final selection is done on the basis of merit. The university prepares the merit based on the marks scored by candidates in their bachelors.
MCA	For admission to the MCA program, the candidate must have passed BCA with minimum percentage marks of 60%	The final selection is done on the basis of merit. The university prepares the merit based on the marks scored by candidates in their bachelors.
MBA	For admission to the MBA program, the candidate must have passed their bachelors with minimum percentage marks of 60%	The final selection is done on the basis of the entrance examination followed by the interview round. Candidates having a valid score of CAT/MAT/CMAT will be directly called for the Personal Interview round.
M.Phil/Ph.D.	For admission to the M.Phil/Ph.D program, the candidate must have completed their post-graduation with minimum percentage marks of 60% from a recognized board or university.	The candidate must have a valid score of UGC-NET/JRF and other acceptable exams. Candidates will be called for the Personal Interview round based on marks obtained by them in UGC-NET/JRF or any relevant entrance examination for Ph.D Admission

Madurai Kamaraj University 2023 Application Form

Madurai Kamaraj University Application Form can be found on the MKU website.  The application form must be filled entirely in English.

• Different application forms are available for different courses; the form should be filled out and submitted accordingly.
• All needed documents must be photocopied and a Gazetted Officer must testify to the photocopies.
• Two self-addressed, stamped envelopes each costing ten rupees, as well as two current passport size pictures, should be sent with the application form when it is sent.
• The demand draft should be made out to The Registrar, Madurai Kamaraj University, and should be payable in Madurai.
• SC/ST students are exempted from paying the registration fee for one course.

Madurai Kamaraj University 2023 Placement:

Madurai Kamaraj University offers several placement opportunities to its students. Various Indian and foreign companies are invited to the university campus for offering placement to students.

The university mostly offers placement to its Engineering and MBA students. The average package awarded to students by the university is around 4-5 LPA.

Madurai Kamaraj University Scholarship:

Madurai Kamaraj University offers various scholarships to its students. The eligibility for claiming a scholarship is set by the department for each course at the university. Candidates willing to claim the scholarship must fulfill the eligibility criteria. Various scholarships that are offered by the university are:

• UGC-JRF/SRF, Indian Council of Social Science Research [ICCSR]
• Indian Council of Historical research [ICHR]
• Indian Council of Historical Research and more.
• Post-Matric National Scholarship for Disabilities
• Post-Matric National Scholarship for Minorities
• Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Junior Research (CSIR)
• Tamil Nadu State BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship

Frequently Asked Questions:

Ques. What is the quality of Madurai Kamaraj University’s integrated programmes?

Ans. BBA + MBA (Tourism and Hotel Management) and B.Tech + M.Tech are two combined programmes offered by the institution (Film & Electronic Media Studies). A minimum of 50% in 10+2 from a recognized institution is required for admission to the programme. On the basis of this, students are shortlisted for admission. Students who achieve a decent grade in 10+2 are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis to the university.

Ques. What is the cost structure at Madurai Kamaraj University for overseas students?

Ans. Foreign students applying in standard mode for M.Com, M.Sc, M.Lib.I.Sc programmes must pay INR 1,46,700 for the first year and INR 1,18,950 for the second year.

Ques. Is Madurai Kamaraj University registered?

Ans. Yes. UGC recognizes the university and provides funding for its research programmes. NIRF, Outlook, and QS Asian rankings are also used to rank the university.

What are the best MBA/PGDM colleges under Madurai Kamaraj University’s affiliation?

Ans. The following are some of the best MBA/PGDM colleges affiliated with MKU Madurai:

• Hindu Nadar’s Senthikumara Nadar College
• Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College
• Mount Carmel Institute of Management
• Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science Virudhunagar