History
The University was established on 2nd October 1983 and has jurisdiction over the revenue districts of Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki and parts of Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha.
Education
The University conducts a range of programmes at the Undergraduate, Postgraduate, M Phil and Doctoral levels through its 17 University Departments, 1 International and Inter-University Centre, 7 Inter-University Centres, 10 Inter School Centres, 77 Govt./Aided Affiliated Colleges including10 Autonomous Colleges (of which 8 are Colleges with Potential for Excellence), 200 Unaided Affiliated Colleges and 273 Recognized Research Centres.
Research
The University is also involved in active collaboration with research institutions of international reputation such as Max Plank Institute of Technology, Germany, Brown University, USA, California Institute of Technology, USA, University of Toronto, Canada, Catholic University, Belgium, Institute of Political Studies, France, University of Paris, Swinburne University, Australia.
Mahatma Gandhi University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #2198 Ranking
- 1 Bachelors
- 40 Scholarships
- 107 Academic Staff
- 1,643 Students
- 16 Students (int'l)
- 1,117 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Mahatma Gandhi University Overview
Mahatma Gandhi University Scholarships
Mahatma Gandhi University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Mahatma Gandhi University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Kanthari International Institute for Leadership
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Various benefits
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Anytime
Fully Funded Scholarship for Social Change Makers 2024-2025
Need-based
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500 USD
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Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Grant
1000000 INR
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Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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1500 USD
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Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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1000 GBP
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Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship
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1000 USD
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NextLevel Student Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Kanthari International Institute for Leadership
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Fully Funded Scholarship for Social Change Makers 2024-2025
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Mahatma Gandhi University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 22.5% India
Top 16.4% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
2198
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 303 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 1824 | 1895 | 2198 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
No 2027 Ranking
By Times Higher Education
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 401 | 501 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Campus life
Set on the sprawling 110-acre Priyadarsini Hills Campus at Athirampuzha, 13 km off Kottayam, the University also has two satellite campuses in Kottayam.
Sports facilities
Mahatma Gandhi university has been extensively promoting sports and games among the student population. Special gymnasiums for boys and girls, sports facilities including football, cricket ground, volleyball, basketball courts, facilities for indoor games are available within the campus.
Mahatma Gandhi University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
India Country
Kottayam City
Mahatma Gandhi University Student Reviews & Awards
3.9
Based on 70 reviews
- 5 Star 19 Reviews
- 4 Star 34 Reviews
- 3 Star 12 Reviews
- 2 Star 4 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
- Student Diversity 4.0
- Admission Process 4.2
- Quality of Student Life 4.1
- Career Development 4.1
Practical, supportive and growth-oriented MSc
My MSc at Mahatma Gandhi University was a genuinely valuable and growth-oriented experience. I benefited from hands-on laboratory work, a well-structured thesis project, and practical exposure through industrial training and seminars. Faculty were approachable and supportive during research and coursework, and opportunities to mentor students and lead the student union helped me grow professionally. Areas for improvement include faster administrative processing (transcripts, lab bookings) and increased access to some advanced instrumentation and industry-linked internships. Overall, the program balanced theory and practice well and prepared me for both research and applied roles in materials and environmental chemistry.
EXCELLENT UNIVERSITY
Got A++ grading in national assessment. Fast and effective evaluation system. Always support educational cultural cognitive and social development along with proper vocational training support. Now impementing 4 year integrated degree programme with honours degree. Very nice university .
Honest and reliable review about the education
I loved the fact that they give us exam on the appropriate schedules without any delay.They also included exams for the lab. But I think that for this subject they should focus on the practical exam for every sem rather than the theory
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