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School of Tourism Studies at Mahatma Gandhi University is inviting applications for its Inland Vessel Crew Certification Programme, a skill development certificate programme.  It is offered for three months (100 hours) that blends 80 Hours of comprehensive theoretical knowledge and 20 Hours of hands-on practical experience  in inland water vessels, equipping the candidates with the […]

Recognising the paramount importance of nurturing competent and ethical civil servants, the Civil Service Institute at Mahatma Gandhi University has invited applications for the new batch starting in June. By providing comprehensive training and guidance, the institute empowers aspirants from different socio-economic backgrounds to realise their potential and contribute to the development of their country. […]

Mahatma Gandhi University invites applications for the post of Research Assistant to work under the RUSA scheme. Qualifications for the post include a Master’s Degree in any Social Science discipline, with a preference for expertise in Gandhian Studies and Development Studies, along with UGC NET. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is poised to expand its activities in academia, research, and entrepreneurship following its attainment of an A++ grade in the fourth cycle reaccreditation by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Vice-Chancellor Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar highlighted the University’s goal to attract a maximum number of students, including those from foreign countries.With only […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is proud to announce an upcoming online course on ‘Microbial Modeling of Pathogens in Foods and USDA -Pathogen Modeling Programme’s Applications in Ensuring Safety of Indian Food Supply’, an esteemed initiative for global academic advancement under the patronage of the Union Ministry of Human Resource Development. The workshop’s main goal is to […]

Mahatma Gandhi University now offers a globally accessible online MBA programme, providing individuals worldwide with the opportunity to earn a degree equivalent to regular programmes. This innovative programme allows applicants from any geographical location to apply until March 31 for admission to the inaugural batch. A key feature of the programme is its inherent flexibility, […]

Mahatma Gandhi University, renowned for its excellence in both national and international rankings, invites aspiring students to embark on their academic journey through the Common Admission Test(CAT) 2024. Nestled in a picturesque campus with ultra-modern infrastructure, MGU offers a conducive environment for academic growth and holistic development.   Opportunities abound at MGU, ranging from foreign […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is launching two new certificate programmes in drone  technology  under Dr. R Satheesh Centre for Remote Sensing and GIS, School of Environmental Sciences.  Drones have sparked a revolution in data collection among numerous sectors. Their ability to capture high-resolution images and videos from unique aerial perspectives in fields range from agriculture and […]

School of Letters, Mahatma Gandhi University is hosting two-day national workshops for researchers and recently appointed research supervisors  as part of  Prof. D.Vinayachandran  Memorial Annual Programmes. The workshops will be held on February 8 and 9 for researchers and on February 10 and 11, for research supervisors at the Seminar Hall, School of Letters.   […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is in the conclusive stage of refining the syllabi for its four-year degree programmes, with scrutiny of the draft syllabus scheduled to commence on January 31. A total of 48 scrutiny committees, comprised of subject experts including external members, Outcome-Based Education specialists, Chairpersons of PG and UG Boards of Studies, and representatives […]

The renowned economist, Prof. Ajit Dayanandan, highlighted the imperative need to redefine policy frameworks in his policy talk at MGU’s Centre for Technology and Human Development Studies. Delving into the theme, “Can Fintech Innovations Formalise India’s Informal Sector Economy? Opportunities and Challenges,”  he addressed the transformative impact of emerging financial innovations such as digital payments, […]

MGU is set to host a two-day workshop on digital archiving starting from January 11 onwards. This programme, organised as part of the RUSA Project, is a collaborative effort between the School of Gandhian Thought and Developmental Studies, the Mar Chrysostom Chair, and with support from the French Institute, Pondicherry.   The workshop’s agenda covers […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is offering a unique opportunity for individuals to explore the field of drone technology and obtain certification from the Director General of Civil Aviation. The upcoming certificate course, set to commence in January 2024, is strategically crafted to empower students for prospective careers in science and technology. Facilitated over 12 weeks, the programme focused on remotely piloted aircraft systems […]

Prof. Bernard Haykel, a distinguished Professor at Princeton University, USA, and the Chair Professor of the Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies at Mahatma Gandhi University, delivered the opening lecture of the chair for the current year. Emphasising the critical need for non-military solutions to the Israel-Palestine conflict, Prof. Haykel outlined the complexities involved and […]

In the pursuit of establishing four-year undergraduate programmes, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has commenced the formulation of  the draft syllabi. Following the successful completion of the initial phase dedicated to launching these extended-degree programmes, workshops have been initiated across various centres to meticulously craft the syllabus. Higher Education Minister Dr. R. Bindu inaugurated the workshops, […]

Ananya Jahanara Kabir , the distinguished scholar and Professor of English literature at King’s College, London, has been chosen for the Mar Chrysostom International Visiting Fellowship for the year 2023-24. The fellowship is instituted by Mar Chrysostom Chair at Mahatma Gandhi University for the scholars of international standing to conduct a study visit to India […]

Istvan Perczel, a renowned Hungarian scholar of early Christianity has been appointed as Mar Chrysostom Chair at Mahatma Gandhi University. Currently professor at the Department of Medieval Studies, Central European University, Vienna, Perczel  has conducted extensive  research on the history of  the Saint Thomas Christians of Kerala, and has been heading a project since 2000,  […]

Guiding Dreams towards Reality Do you have a revolutionary insight that holds the potential to bring about a positive change in society and consider the prospect of transforming that idea into a tangible commercial product? If so, the Business Innovation and Incubation Centre (BIIC) of Mahatma Gandhi University is your beacon. In an era marked […]

      Mahatma Gandhi University’s UGC entitled two-year Online M.Com Degree Programme (four semesters) offered by the Centre for Online Education (COE) has started its admission to its fourth batch. As per the UGC regulations for online programmes 2020, an online degree is equivalent to the conventional degree of the University.   The University […]

    Fascinated by the world of materials and their endless applications? Mahatma Gandhi University has recently made a pioneering move with the launch of its prestigious  M Sc Programme in Industrial Polymer Science and Technology (2 years), which not only offers a comprehensive curriculum but also presents exciting job opportunities in collaboration with industries […]

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In a significant achievement, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam has topped the list of the best universities in India in the field of polymer science for the year 2022-23. In the list prepared by US News, a U.S.-based media organisation, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur figures in the second position, followed by Aligarh Muslim University, IIT […]

 Mahatma Gandhi University is organising  EUNOIA-2023 GLOBAL ACADEMIC CARNIVAL  on 17th, 18th and 19th January 2023                                               മഹാത്മാ ഗാന്ധി സര്‍വകലാശാലാ ഗ്ലോബല്‍ അക്കാദമിക് കാര്‍ണിവല്‍ യുനോയ 2023ന്‍റെ ഉദ്ഘാടനം കോട്ടയം മാമ്മന്‍ മാപ്പിള ഹാളില്‍ നടന്ന ചടങ്ങില്‍ മന്ത്രി ഡോ. ആര്‍. […]

M.G. UNIVERSITY INVITES PROPOSALS UNDER ‘RESEARCH INCUBATION PROGRAMME’ For making revolutionary impact at the higher education sector of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam invites application for the ‘Research Incubation Programme’ funded by Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM). The programme aims to translate innovative research findings into commercially viable products/technology/services. As per the scheme, Faculty members of University/Colleges, […]

MGU has been ranked 139th among Asian universities by Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2022. The Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2022 use the same 13 performance indicators as the THE World University Rankings, but they are recalibrated to reflect the attributes of Asia’s institutions. The universities are judged across all their core […]