Top Private BA Colleges in Kerala 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 353 B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) colleges in Kerala. Out of the total, 236 B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) colleges are private and 37 B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) are owned by the government.CBSE 12th, Tamilnadu 12th, Kerala 12th, KMAT Kerala are accepted for admission in B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) colleges in India. Top 10 B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) colleges are Kerala University, NSS College, Palakkad, CMS College, St Joseph College of Communication, Malabar Christian College, Fatima Mata National College, St Teresa's College, NSS Hindu College, Sree Narayana College For Women, St. Thomas College, Thrissur.

B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) College Highlights in Kerala

Total Number of colleges	353
Accepted Entrance Exams	CBSE 12th, Tamilnadu 12th, Kerala 12th, KMAT Kerala
Average Fees	₹ 26.9 K

No. of B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) Colleges in nearby Kerala

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Andhra Pradesh	184	₹ 26897
Goa	21	₹ 75292
Karnataka	593	₹ 144123
Maharashtra	1044	₹ 151669
Tamil Nadu	470	₹ 40587

Top Govt B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) Colleges in Kerala

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Kerala University	-	-
Government Victoria College	240	₹ 3150
College of Applied Science, Calicut	-	-
College of Applied Sciences	39	-
Baby John Memorial Government College	80	-
Maharaja's College	350	-
N.M.S.M. Government College	-	-
Panampilly Memorial Government College	90	₹ 2100
Govt. College, Malapuram	160	₹ 1750
SARBTM Govt. College	-	-

Top Private B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) Colleges in Kerala

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
NSS College, Palakkad	-	₹ 670
CMS College	149	-
St Joseph College of Communication	-	₹ 210000
Malabar Christian College	160	₹ 1750
Fatima Mata National College	260	-
St Teresa's College	-	-
NSS Hindu College	450	-
Sree Narayana College For Women	370	-
St. Thomas College, Thrissur	-	-
Girideepam Institute of Advanced Learning	-	-

Showing 213 Private BA Colleges in Kerala

St. Thomas College (STC), Pathanamthitta

Pathanamthitta, Kerala
Private
Kerela Gov

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

St. Thomas College (STC), Pathanamthitta is a Private Institute located in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. It was established in the year 2012. St. Thomas College (STC), Pathanamthitta offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Christ College (CC), Irinjalakuda

Irinjalakuda, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

2,903 - 8,710 BA
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Christ College (CC), Irinjalakuda is a Private Institute located in Irinjalakuda, Kerala. It was established in the year 1956. Christ College (CC), Irinjalakuda offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 144+ students

St. Johns College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pathanamthitta, Kerala
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

St. Johns College specialties

Ranking : Accredited & Regional Recognition - NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation - Ranked #7 in MA in Agra (NIRF 202
Fees : Affordable Education Structure - Fees range:RS6,000 - 2.67 L (Total) - Tuition fee waivers for femal
ROI : Good Value for Investment - Affordable fees with decent placement opportunities - Strong foundation
Flagship Course : Popular UG & PG Programs - Highly sought-after BBA, B.Com, B.Sc courses - Strong M.A and M.Sc offeri
Specialization : Diverse Vocational & Science Specializations - B.Sc in Computer Science, Industrial Chemistry - Voca
Placement Focus : Industry-Aligned Placements - Focus on IT, Banking, Retail sectors - Roles in Python development, cy
Top Industries : Key Recruitment Sectors - IT Services, Banking, Retail - Manufacturing, Consulting
Diversity : Inclusive Pan-India & Global Student Body - Students from diverse Indian communities - Small number
Internship : Industry Exposure & Stipends - Internships in Chemistry, Commerce, Computer - Stipends ranging fromR
Partnerships/Exchange : Industry & Academic Collaborations - Partnerships with TCS, Torrent Power - IGNOU study centre on ca
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Includes former President Shankar Dayal Sharma - Notable civil servan

Shortlisted by 23+ students

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St. Peters College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
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...+1 Kerala 12th

St. Peters College is a Private Institute located in Ernakulam, Kerala. It was established in the year 2006. St. Peters College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Don Bosco College (DBC), Thrissur

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Thrissur, Kerala
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Don Bosco College (DBC), Thrissur is a Private Institute located in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in the year 2005. Don Bosco College (DBC), Thrissur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 31+ students

Don Bosco College (DBC), Wayanad

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Wayanad, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Don Bosco College (DBC), Wayanad is a Private Institute located in Wayanad, Kerala. It was established in the year 2005. Don Bosco College (DBC), Wayanad offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

N.S.S. College

Idukki, Kerala
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

N.S.S. College is a Private Institute located in Idukki, Kerala. It was established in the year 1995. N.S.S. College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

All Saints' College

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

All Saints' College is a Private Institute located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It was established in the year 1964. All Saints' College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 56+ students

St George's College

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Kottayam, Kerala
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NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

St George's College is a Private Institute located in Kottayam, Kerala. It was established in the year 1996. St George's College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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N.S.S. College Pandalam

Pathanamthitta, Kerala
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Kerala 12th , Kerala University Admission

N.S.S. College Pandalam is a Private Institute located in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. It was established in the year 1949. N.S.S. College Pandalam offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 36+ students

Payyanur College

5.0
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Kannur, Kerala
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UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1.25 Lacs
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Payyanur College is a Private Institute located in Kannur, Kerala. It was established in the year 1965. Payyanur College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Marthoma College

Malapuram, Kerala
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NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Marthoma College is a Private Institute located in Malapuram, Kerala. It was established in the year 1981. Marthoma College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Mercy College

5.0
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Palakkad, Kerala
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1,050 - 3,000 BA
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Mercy College is a Private Institute located in Palakkad, Kerala. It was established in the year 2012. Mercy College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Aquinas College

Cochin, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

4,450 BA
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Aquinas College is a Private Institute located in Cochin, Kerala. It was established in the year 1981. Aquinas College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Carmel College

5.0
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Thrissur, Kerala
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NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,780 - 9,000 BA
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Carmel College is a Private Institute located in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in the year 1981. Carmel College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Prajyoti Niketan College

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Deva Matha College

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M.E.S. Asmabi College

3.7
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...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,050 - 37,667 BA
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M.E.S. Asmabi College is a Private Institute located in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in the year 1968. M.E.S. Asmabi College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Christian College Kattakada

4.5
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Christian College Kattakada is a Private Institute located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It was established in the year 2014. Christian College Kattakada offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Safi Institute of Advanced Study

5.0
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54,000 BA
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Safi Institute of Advanced Study is a Private Institute located in Malapuram, Kerala. It was established in the year 2005. Safi Institute of Advanced Study offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Yuvakshetra Institute of Management Studies

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MES Ponnani College

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MES Ponnani College is a Private Institute located in Ponani, Kerala. It was established in the year 1968. MES Ponnani College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Holy Cross Institute of Management and Technology

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Mar Thoma College

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Mar Thoma College is a Private Institute located in Thiruvalla, Kerala. It was established in the year 1952. Mar Thoma College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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KMM College of Arts and Science

4.7
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KMM College of Arts and Science is a Private Institute located in Kottayam, Kerala. It was established in the year 2014. KMM College of Arts and Science offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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St. Michaels College

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NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3,315 BA
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St. Michaels College is a Private Institute located in Alappuzha, Kerala. It was established in the year 1967. St. Michaels College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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NSS College (NSSCN), Palakkad

4.9
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Palakkad, Kerala
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NSS College (NSSCN), Palakkad is a Private Institute located in Palakkad, Kerala. It was established in the year 1961. NSS College (NSSCN), Palakkad offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sree Narayana College (SNC), Kollam

5.0
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Kollam, Kerala
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Sree Narayana College (SNC), Kollam is a Private Institute located in Kollam, Kerala. It was established in the year 1948. Sree Narayana College (SNC), Kollam offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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