CAT Accepting Colleges in Kerala 2026

KERALA UNIVERSITY OF DIGITAL SCIENCES INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY, a pioneering Autonomous State Public University established in 2020 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is dedicated to advanced studies in digital sciences and innovation. It offers diverse PG and PhD programs, driving the future of technology.

Chinmaya Vishwavidyapeeth (CVV), established in 2016, is a premier Deemed-to-be-University in Ernakulam, Kerala. It uniquely blends traditional Indic knowledge with contemporary studies, offering over 20 diverse programs. CVV provides a holistic academic environment on its 10-acre campus.

SNES Institute of Management Studies and Research, Kozhikode Kerala, established in 2004, is a premier institution affiliated with the University of Calicut. It is dedicated to nurturing future business leaders through its flagship MBA program, emphasizing academic excellence and practical management skills.

Indian Maritime University is a distinguished University established in 2008 in Ernakulam, Kerala. The Indian Maritime University offers a total of 7 courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. IMU is renowned, notably ranked 1st by Outlook_ICARE in 2025 under the Maritime_University category, and 29th by IIRF 2024 (Overall_University). This institute also secured the 3rd Prize in the Swachhta_Pakhwada_Awards 2024. Indian Maritime University has 240 students enrolled in various programs, including Engineering and Management courses, across its Engineering, Engineering, Science, Management departments with over 11 faculty members. This top-ranked premium institute (Indian Maritime University) is committed to academic excellence, recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college).

Elijah Institute of Management Studies (EIMS) is a premier institution located in Thrissur, Kerala. Established in 2008 and affiliated with the University of Calicut, EIMS is recognized for its postgraduate management (MBA) and computer application (MCA) programs, fostering a dynamic learning environment.

Bhavan''s Royal Institute of Management, Ernakulam, is a premier management institution established in 1992. Affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University and AICTE approved, BRIM offers a flagship MBA program. Known for its strong faculty and consistent placements, it recorded a highest package of ₹7 LPA.

Allama Iqbal Institute of Management (AIIM), Thiruvananthapuram, established in 1995, is an AICTE-approved institution affiliated with the University of Kerala. As a dedicated center for management education, AIIM offers a flagship MBA program, focusing on developing future business leaders.

Chathamkulam Institute of Research and Advanced Studies is an institution located in Palakkad, Kerala, dedicated to cultivating knowledge and fostering advanced inquiry. It aims to contribute to the intellectual growth within its regional setting by focusing on research-oriented education.

Union Christian College, Aluva, established in 1921, is a premier private institution affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. Recognized with an NAAC A++ Grade and NIRF ranking among India's top 150 colleges, it excels in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Computer Application. The college is known for its strong academics, vibrant campus life on 40 acres, and robust placements.

Bharata Mata College is a distinguished college, established in 1968 in Ernakulam, Kerala. The Bharata Mata College (BMC), spread across a 20-acre campus, offers a total of 36 courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. BMC is renowned; the institute has 3000 students enrolled in diverse programs like BBA, BCA, MBA, M.Sc. Physics, and various Vocational fields across its departments. This top-ranked premium institute (Bharata Mata College) operates through more than 30 specialized departments with over 140 faculty members, maintaining a student-faculty ratio of 1:21. The college has also been notably ranked 151-200th by NIRF 2023 under the College category. Bharata Mata College is committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier institution).

Kannur University, a distinguished university, was established in 1996 right in Kannur, Kerala. This Kannur University offers a total of 23 courses across various disciplines, notably a non-private college member. The institute, often referred to as KU, is quite renowned; it provides diverse programs spanning Engineering, Arts, Science, Management, and Law fields through its many departments. Notably, Kannur University has been ranked 101-150th by NIRF 2023 under the University category. This top-ranked premium institute (Kannur University) operates through departments like Arts, Commerce, Law, and Science, among others, supported by over 241 dedicated faculty members. KU remains committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies, truly a premier college.