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Aug 20, 2026 Mahatma Gandhi University celebrated Onam on August 26 on the university campus. The event, titled ‘Onnichonam 2026’, was inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) D. Mavoothu. Ettumanoor MLA Sri. Nattakom Suresh was the chief guest. In his Onam message, the Vice-Chancellor remarked that Onam serves as a model of unity and inclusiveness that […]

The School of Indian Legal Thought (SILT) at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala invites original and unpublished manuscripts for the 20th Volume (2026) of the Journal of Indian Legal Thought (JILT). Published since 2003, the Journal of Indian Legal Thought (ISSN: 2249-9989) is a double-blind peer-reviewed law journal and is included in the UGC CARE List. […]

The reconstituted Syndicate of Mahatma Gandhi University held its maiden meeting on 28 July 2026, marking the commencement of its new term. The Syndicate comprises representatives from the Government, academia, affiliated colleges, the University, and the student community. The newly constituted body includes Dr. Thomas Kuruvilla (Baselios College), Dr. Jobin Jose (Devamatha College), Dr. Alson […]

Higher education is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with online learning emerging as a flexible and widely accepted mode of academic advancement. As more learners embrace this pathway, choosing a credible and recognised university has become more important than ever. The true value of an online degree lies in the reputation of the university that awards […]

Mahatma Gandhi University marked World Environment Day by launching the campaign “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” (Plant4Mother). The initiative was inaugurated by Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) D. Mavoothu, at a function held on the University campus.   Addressing the gathering, the Vice-Chancellor highlighted that the true strength of the University lies in its diversity and […]

Noted environmental scientist and Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, Prof. Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar, retires from service on May 31, concluding an academic and administrative career spanning more than three decades.   Prof. Aravindakumar served as the university’s pro-vice-chancellor from 2019 to 2023 before assuming the office of vice-chancellor on June 5, 2023. During his […]

Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala has officially commenced the online registration for admission to Honours undergraduate degree programmes in Arts and Science Colleges affiliated with the University. This process applies to all affiliated colleges except autonomous institutions.     Additionally, registration is now open for the 4+1 integrated programmes offered by the University Graduate School situated in […]

The third anniversary celebrations of the Mahatma Gandhi University’s ‘University of the Third Age’ (MGU3A) programme will be held on May 16 at the Assembly Hall on the university campus under the title “Trithiya Vasantham.”   Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. C.T. Aravindkumar will inaugurate the event. The function will be presided over by MGU3A Director Dr. […]

The 77th Republic Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. The celebrations commenced in the morning with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. C. T. Aravindakumar unfurling the national flag and inspecting the parade presented by the university security personnel. In his Republic Day message, the Vice Chancellor observed that […]

Mahatma Gandhi University has presented a forward-looking budget for the year 2026–27, focusing on skill-oriented education, entrepreneurship and research aligned with industrial needs. The budget projects an income of ₹658.7 crore, an expenditure of ₹685.7 crore and a deficit of ₹27 crore. It aims to open new avenues for developing innovative technologies and strengthening the […]

Dreams become reality only when they are transformed into vision, observed renowned consultant psychiatrist Dr. George John. He was delivering the Dr. Paulos Mar Gregorios Memorial Lecture on “Dreams, Fortune, and Creativity” at Mahatma Gandhi University. He emphasized that an open mind, ready to embrace fortune and opportunity, is crucial for individual progress.   University […]

‘Vision 2031’,a vision document of Mahatma Gandhi University was presented to  Dr.R.Bindu, Minister for Higher Education and Social Justice in Kottayam by Prof.Johney Johnson, Director,IQAC. Prof.Bismi Gopalakrishnan,Registrar, Dr.Sumesh A.S, and Dr.Arun K.Saseendran, Members of the Syndicate were present on the occasion. The document aims to make MGU a globally recognised multidisciplinary University that advances knowledge, […]

The Dr. N. Radhakrishnan International Centre for Medical Innovation (NRICMI), functioning under Mahatma Gandhi University, is organizing a two-day international conference titled “Rhythm 2025” on “Scientific and Technological Advancements for Better Health.” The conference will be hosted by St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, on October 18 and 19, announced University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. C. T. Aravindakumar […]

Mr Muraleedharan Nair, Founder Director of the Asian Institute for China and IOR Studies, observed that the optics surrounding the recent visit by Prime Minister Modi to Tianjin were media hype, wrongly suggesting a “reset” in bilateral relations, or the emergence of an “India-China axis” and “Russia-India- China (RIC) troika, when the true purpose was […]

Universities Must Emerge as Living Laboratories of Sustainability – Conference Declaration The three-day international academic conference organized by Mahatma Gandhi University on the theme “Sustainable Future” concluded today. Dr. P.H. Kurian, Chairman of the State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority, delivered the keynote address at the valedictory session. The event was held in connection with three […]

Humanity can attain true world peace only by embracing a balanced lifestyle that lives in harmony with nature and the environment, said Dr. Satish Kumar, world-renowned environmental and peace activist, Gandhian thinker, and cofounder of Schumacher College, London. He was delivering the keynote address at the three-day international conference on “Sustainable Future” organized at Mahatma […]

The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) of Mahatma Gandhi University invites applications for online Ability Enhancement Courses designed for Honours degree students across the state. The courses offered include German, French, and Tamil. These three-credit courses, which can be transferred to the students’ Academic Bank of Credits, have a fee of ₹1,500 per […]

Online registration for the final allotment to Honours degree programs in the affiliated colleges of Mahatma Gandhi University can be done at cap.mgu.ac.in until August 12.   This opportunity is available to candidates who have not secured admission after the supplementary allotment, as well as those who have not yet applied. Candidates who have already taken admission […]

Mahatma Gandhi University will open online applications for the final allotment to postgraduate and B.Ed. programs in its affiliated colleges on August 12. Applications can be submitted until August 13 through the official portal cap.mgu.ac.in.   Candidates who have not secured admission after the supplementary allotment, as well as those who have not yet applied, are […]

The School of Letters at Mahatma Gandhi University is inviting student scholars and academics to submit abstracts for the international conference titled Gendered Spaces: Digressions in Literary Discourses. This conference aims to explore gender representations and their political markers within socio-cultural contexts.   The conference will cover topics including gender and sexual categorisations, social movements […]

Applications are now open for the Certificate Course in French Language offered by the University Centre for International Co-operation (UCIC) at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU). Students can submit their applications until August 8, 2025.   The short-term course is scheduled to begin on August 9, 2025, and is specifically designed for beginners looking to gain […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is now accepting applications for its online undergraduate and postgraduate programs under the July session. These programs are offered through the university’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), and the last date to apply is October 13, 2025.   The programs available include MBA in Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Finance; […]

Applications for admission to the vacant merit seats in Honours Degree programs offered by affiliated colleges under Mahatma Gandhi University can be submitted at cap.mgu.ac.in until the evening of August 5.   The college-level rank list will be published on August 7, and admissions based on this list will take place at the respective colleges on August […]

Mahatma Gandhi University has announced the results of affiliated college PG programs by July 30, becoming the first university in the state this year to achieve this milestone.   This year, 5,979 students appeared for examinations across 84 PG programs. In previous years, results were typically declared only by September or October, causing many students […]

First-year Postgraduate and B.Ed classes in the affiliated colleges of Mahatma Gandhi University will commence on July 8. Fresh candidates still have a chance to apply for admission to the academic year 2025–26. Registration can be done at https://cap.mgu.ac.in from July 8 to 10. Along with the available seats in affiliated colleges, vacant seats in the University’s […]