Mangalore University is accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic session at its Mangalagangotri campus. Its major options include MBA and MCA, for which admission is based on Karnataka PGCET rank and KEA centralised counselling. The university also runs select UG, other PG, and doctoral programmes.

Annual course fees range from INR 23,610 for MA to INR 68,610 for M.Sc Industrial Chemistry or Medical Physics. Admission to M.Sc, MA, M.Com, and several other PG courses is decided by graduation marks through UUCMS.

Mangalore University Admission Portal 2026: mangaloreuniversity.ac.in

Admission Update:

  • MBA and MCA applicants must use the KEA PGCET counselling portal. The Karnataka PGCET 2026 result has been released, and seat allocation is handled through KEA counselling.
  • Applications for M.Sc, MA, M.Com, MSW, and other PG programmes for 2026-27 are handled through UUCMS. Students should check the university website to see whether applications are currently open.
  • PhD Notification III for 2026-27 is active, and applications must be submitted through the Mangalore University portal. The entrance test and interview schedule will be announced by the university.
  • KEA assigns every MBA and MCA seat through Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling. Mangalore University has no separate admission route for these two courses.
  • Graduation aggregate determines admission to M.Sc, MA, M.Com, MSW, M.Ed, M.Lib, and M.P.Ed through UUCMS.
  • Course fees per year start at INR 23,610 for MA and reach INR 68,610 for M.Sc Industrial Chemistry or Medical Physics.
  • Students domiciled in Karnataka may use the fee reimbursement schemes offered by the state government.
  • PhD study is offered in more than 20 subjects, and Notification III for 2026-27 is active.

Direct Admission at Mangalore University: A management quota is not available. KEA fills MBA and MCA seats only through Karnataka PGCET counselling, while merit in the qualifying degree is used for other PG admissions submitted through UUCMS.

Mangalore University UG Admission 2026

Mangalore University runs select campus-based UG programmes, including BA, B.Com, BCA, BBA, BSW, B.P.Ed, and B.Sc with specified subject combinations. Selection is generally based on Class 12 marks through UUCMS. B.P.Ed applicants must also take the separate entrance test conducted by the university.

Programme Admission Basis Annual Fee
BA Merit in Class 12 through UUCMS Starts from INR 9,590
BCA Starts from INR 37,940
B.Com, BBA, BSW, and B.Sc with specified subject combinations Merit in Class 12 through UUCMS Campus UG fees are lower than those at affiliated colleges
B.P.Ed Class 12 merit and a separate university entrance test Campus UG fees are lower than those at affiliated colleges

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Students must complete the UUCMS application and provide their Class 12 academic records. B.P.Ed applicants should also follow the university notification for the entrance test.

Mangalore University PG Admission 2026

MBA and MCA Admission

Admission to MBA and MCA is managed entirely by KEA. Applicants need a valid Karnataka PGCET 2026 rank and must take part in centralised counselling. Mangalore University neither holds another test nor conducts an interview for these seats.

MBA and MCA Eligibility and Fees

MBA applicants need a recognised bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate. The minimum is 45% for SC, ST, and OBC applicants. MCA candidates must meet the same percentage requirement and must have studied Mathematics in their bachelor's programme.

Programme Eligibility Annual Fee
MBA in Marketing, Finance, HRM, or General Any recognised bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for SC, ST, and OBC applicants. A valid PGCET 2026 rank is required. INR 42,610
MBA Travel and Tourism Management INR 30,610
MCA A bachelor's degree with Mathematics, at least 50% marks, or 45% for reserved categories, and a valid PGCET 2026 rank INR 41,620

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

MBA and MCA Selection Process

KEA prepares the allotment using the applicant's PGCET rank and locked preferences. Campus MBA seats are in strong demand. Applicants placed within the top 500 MBA ranks typically receive preferred university campus seats, so choices should be entered carefully.

  • Obtain a qualifying rank in the Karnataka PGCET MBA or MCA paper.
  • Complete registration on the KEA counselling portal while the registration window is open.
  • Enter Mangalore University and the preferred programme during choice filling, then lock the selections before the deadline.
  • Review the seat allotment published by KEA, which is based on rank and submitted preferences.
  • If allotted a seat, pay the required fee and report to the Mangalore University campus with the original documents.

How to Apply for MBA and MCA

An MBA or MCA application is not submitted directly to Mangalore University. Applicants must follow the KEA counselling procedure.

  • Take the appropriate Karnataka PGCET MBA or MCA paper.
  • Download the PGCET rank card from the KEA portal after the result is issued.
  • Sign up for PGCET counselling through KEA when registration is available.
  • Add and lock college and programme choices within the specified period.
  • View the KEA allotment result online.
  • After receiving a Mangalore University seat, visit the campus with the original documents to finish admission.

M.Sc Admission

M.Sc applicants are selected from their marks in the relevant bachelor's degree. Applications are processed directly through UUCMS, and neither Karnataka PGCET nor a national-level entrance examination is needed. For most M.Sc courses, the university does not hold a written entrance test.

M.Sc Eligibility and Fees

A relevant bachelor's degree from a recognised university is required. Applicants must have studied the same or a related subject at UG level and secured at least 50% aggregate. SC, ST, and OBC applicants need 45%.

M.Sc Specialisation Eligibility Annual Fee
Applied Botany, Applied Zoology, Bioscience, Botany, Zoology, Electronics, Environmental Science, Geography, Geoinformatics, Marine Geology, Materials Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Human Consciousness and Yogic Science A relevant bachelor's degree with at least 50%, or 45% for reserved categories. The same or a related subject must have been studied at UG level. INR 41,610
Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Organic Chemistry INR 52,610
Computer Science, Food Science and Nutrition, Industrial Chemistry, Medical Physics INR 57,610 to INR 68,610

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

M.Sc Selection Process

The relevant graduation aggregate is used to arrange the M.Sc merit list. Applicants are ranked by their qualifying degree percentage, and the list is displayed through UUCMS and on the university notice board.

  • Submit an application through UUCMS or at the university admissions counter.
  • Provide graduation marksheets and certificates within the application period.
  • Check the merit list on UUCMS or the university notice board.
  • Selected students must pay the admission fee and finish enrolment within the period set by the university.

How to Apply for M.Sc

  • Open mangaloreuniversity.ac.in and follow the UUCMS admission link.
  • Create an account with an active email address and mobile number.
  • Complete the M.Sc form and upload the required bachelor's degree marksheets and certificates.
  • Pay INR 600 as the application fee. SC, ST, and PwBD applicants pay INR 300.
  • Review the UUCMS merit list and accept admission if selected.

MA, M.Com, and Other PG Admission

Graduation marks are used for admission to MA, M.Com, MSW, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, and M.Lib in the 2026-27 session. Forms are handled through UUCMS. Most of these programmes do not require an entrance examination, but M.P.Ed has a separate university test.

Programme Eligibility Annual Fee
MA in English, Hindi, Kannada, Sanskrit, Konkani, History, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology A relevant bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for reserved categories INR 23,610
MA Mass Communication and Journalism INR 33,610
M.Com and M.Com in HRD B.Com or an equivalent degree with at least 50%, or 45% for reserved categories INR 40,610
MSW, Master of Social Work Any bachelor's degree with at least 50%, or 45% for reserved categories INR 30,610
M.Ed B.Ed from a recognised institution with at least 50%, or 45% for reserved categories INR 23,610
M.P.Ed, Master of Physical Education B.P.Ed or an equivalent qualification with at least 50%. A university entrance test is required. INR 40,610
M.Lib, Master of Library and Information Science B.Lib or a bachelor's degree with Library Science and at least 50% INR 30,610

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

  • M.P.Ed and B.P.Ed applicants must take a separate entrance examination held by the university. Test information is published at mangaloreuniversity.ac.in.
  • The PG application charge is INR 600, while SC, ST, and PwBD applicants pay INR 300.
  • UUCMS determines when applications open and close. Applicants should view the university portal for the current status.

Mangalore University PhD Admission 2026

PhD Notification III for the 2026-27 session is active at Mangalore University. The available research areas cover science, arts, commerce, management, and library science. Selection normally consists of the university entrance examination followed by an interview.

Particulars Details
Programmes Available PhD in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Economics, English, Commerce, Management Studies, Sociology, Mathematics, Statistics, and 10 more subjects
Eligibility A master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55%, or 50% for SC, ST, and OBC applicants. NET or SLET qualifiers may receive an entrance test exemption.
Annual Fee for Science Subjects INR 40,715
Annual Fee for Arts and Commerce INR 35,215
Selection Process A university entrance test followed by an interview with the Research Advisory Committee

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

  • Applicants who have qualified UGC-NET, JRF, or SLET may not have to take the Mangalore University PhD entrance test.
  • The university releases several PhD notices during the year as Notifications I, II, and III. Applicants must use the batch that is currently active.
  • PhD queries can be sent to registrar@mangaloreuniversity.ac.in or discussed by calling +91-824-228-7347.

Mangalore University Scholarships

Students may apply for university, Karnataka state, and central government scholarship support through the relevant online portals. Karnataka-domicile students can also seek state fee reimbursement, subject to the applicable conditions.

  • SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship: This option is for eligible SC and ST students domiciled in Karnataka. Applications are made through the Karnataka Rajyotsava scholarship portal.
  • OBC and Minority Scholarships: Eligibility is linked to income, and forms are available through the relevant state and central government portals.
  • Meritorious Student Scholarship: Students who earned distinction in the qualifying examination may apply. Details are available on the scholarship-portal.html page of the university website.
  • Central Government National Merit Scholarship and National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship, NMMSS: Applicants must satisfy the stated merit and income conditions.

Mangalore University Admission FAQs

Ques. Which entrance score must an MBA applicant submit to Mangalore University?

Ans. An MBA applicant needs a valid Karnataka PGCET 2026 rank. KEA uses that rank during centralised counselling to allot Mangalore University seats.

Ques. Does Mangalore University set a fixed PGCET closing rank for its MBA?

Ans. No specific MBA cutoff rank is published by the university. Allotment varies with the applicant's Karnataka PGCET 2026 rank, category, and choices entered during KEA counselling. Applicants ranked within the top 500 to 1000 typically obtain MBA campus seats. KEA publishes round-wise allotment information after each counselling round.

Ques. Can students enter an M.Sc course without taking CUET-PG?

Ans. Yes. CUET-PG is not part of the Mangalore University M.Sc selection process. UUCMS admission is based on marks in a relevant bachelor's degree. The required aggregate is 50%, reduced to 45% for reserved categories.

Ques. What procedure does KEA follow for Mangalore University MCA allotment?

Ans. KEA assigns MCA seats through Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling. Students need an MCA rank from the examination and must register on the KEA counselling portal. They must also hold a bachelor's degree in which Mathematics was studied.

Ques. How much must a student pay to submit a PG application?

Ans. General, OBC, and EWS applicants pay INR 600. The fee is INR 300 for SC, ST, and PwBD applicants. It is paid through UUCMS while applying for merit-based PG courses such as M.Sc, MA, and M.Com.

Ques. What are the yearly charges for the university's MBA programmes?

Ans. MBA specialisations in Marketing, Finance, HRM, and General have an annual fee of INR 42,610. MBA Travel and Tourism Management costs INR 30,610 per year. These amounts may be revised, so students should verify them on the official university fee page.

Ques. Are students awaiting their final graduation result allowed to seek PG admission?

Ans. Yes. A final-year student may submit a provisional PG application. Admission becomes final only after the student provides the degree certificate and proves that the minimum percentage condition has been met. The admissions section provides the deadline for submitting these documents.

Ques. What stages are included in Mangalore University's PhD selection?

Ans. PhD selection includes a written entrance test and an interview before the Research Advisory Committee. UGC-NET, JRF, or SLET qualifiers may receive an exemption from the test. Applicants need a relevant master's degree with 55%, or 50% if they belong to an SC, ST, or OBC category. Applications can be filed while a PhD notification is active on the university website.

Ques. Which undergraduate degrees can students study at the Mangalore University campus?

Ans. Campus options include BA, B.Com, BCA, BBA, BSW, B.P.Ed, and B.Sc with specified subject combinations. Selection is based on Class 12 marks through UUCMS, with a separate entrance test for B.P.Ed. These campus programmes charge less than affiliated colleges. BA fees begin at INR 9,590 a year, while BCA fees begin at INR 37,940 a year.

Ques. Where can enrolled students find financial aid offered for Mangalore University study?

Ans. Eligible students can apply for Karnataka schemes such as the Post-Matric SC/ST, OBC, Minority, and Rajyotsava scholarships. Central options include the National Merit Scholarship and NMMSS, while university-level awards support meritorious students. Applications require the specified documents and are filed through the university scholarship portal or the relevant state and central government portals.