KAU M.Sc Admission 2026 Open (RF Mode): Last Date, Eligibility, & How to Apply

Kerala Agricultural University has opened applications for M.Sc. admission 2026 under the RF (Revolving Fund) Mode. The last date to apply is June 12, 2026. Eligible candidates can register and apply online at admissions.kau.in. Admission is based on CUET PG 2026 scores. Candidates without a CUET PG score may also apply and will be considered based on degree marks if seats remain vacant after CUET PG score holders are allotted seats.

KAU M.Sc Admission 2026: Quick Overview

KAU M.Sc Admission 2026 Important Dates

Rank list and admission dates will be updated in this article as soon as Kerala Agricultural University announces them.

Source: Kerala Agricultural University M.Sc Admission 2026 Notification  

What is RF Mode at KAU?

RF Mode (Revolving Fund Mode) at Kerala Agricultural University refers to self-financed programmes that are not part of the regular government-funded or ICAR-regulated admission process. Under the RF Mode:

• Admissions are conducted through KAU’s own process, mainly based on CUET PG scores.
• If seats remain after that, they may also be filled using marks from the qualifying degree. 
• These programs are open to a wider range of science graduates, not only those from agriculture backgrounds.
• In this mode, the course is run through a “revolving fund,” meaning the fees paid by students are used again to manage and continue the program.
• Due to the self-financed structure, fee relaxations for reserved categories are generally not available, unlike regular ICAR-based programmes at KAU.

Key difference: ICAR AIEEA vs RF Mode

Eligibility Criteria for KAU M.Sc Admission 2026

Given below is the detailed eligibility criteria for M.Sc admission at Kerala Agricultural University:

Tie Breaking Criteria: If two candidates have the same CUET PG score, KAU applies the following tie-breaking sequence: higher percentage in qualifying degree → higher marks in the core subject of the programme → older candidate by date of birth.

KAU M.Sc Courses 2026 Under RF Mode 

The following four M.Sc programs are open for KAU admission 2026 under RF Mode:

All programmes are offered through KAU's constituent colleges and institutions at Vellanikkara, Thrissur. Check Kerala Agricultural University Courses & Fees 2026 for more details.

How to Apply for KAU M.Sc Admission 2026?

The step-by-step application process for Kerala Agricultural University M.Sc admission 2026 is as follows:

• Step 1: Visit admissions.kau.in and download the prospectus for your chosen M.Sc. program. Read it carefully before applying.
• Step 2: Click on "Candidate Registration". Fill in all required details, set a password, and upload a recent passport-size photograph in JPEG format. After registering, note your KAU Register Number (format: KAU******).
• Step 3: Click on "Candidate Login" and log in with your Register Number and password. Fill in all personal, communication, and educational qualification details.
• Step 4: Pay the application fee via SBI Collect using the link provided on the portal. An online payment receipt will be generated.
• Step 5: Upload the required documents. Applications with incomplete or missing documents will be rejected.
• Step 6: Enter the fee payment details and submit the application.
• Step 7: Download and save the Confirmation Page of your submitted application along with a copy of the fee receipt. Keep both for future reference during admission.

Application Fee for KAU M.Sc Admission 2026

Payment mode: Online via SBI Collect or by submitting the SBI Collect challan at any SBI branch. No other payment mode is accepted. Application fee is non-refundable.

Documents Required for KAU M.Sc Admission 2026

Upload these at the time of online application. Bring originals to the college on the date of admission:

• Printout of online application fee payment receipt
• SSLC certificate or equivalent (proof of date of birth)
• Mark lists of qualifying examination (degree marklist)
• Aadhaar card (original + copy — required at time of admission)
• CUET PG 2026 Score Card 
• Community / Caste certificate (for SC/ST candidates — Kerala nativity)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC) with valid date (for SEBC reservation candidates)
• EWS certificate (for Economically Weaker Sections candidates)
• Disability certificate from Medical Board (for Differently Abled candidates)
• Nativity / Domicile certificate
• Character and Conduct certificate from the last institution attended
• Physical Fitness certificate from a Medical Officer (not below rank of Assistant Surgeon)
• Transfer Certificate (to be submitted only after seat confirmation)
• Migration certificate
• Original degree certificates and marklists (SSLC, +2, Degree) 

Reservation Policy for KAU M.Sc Admission 2026

KAU follows Kerala State reservation norms for RF Mode admissions. Community reservation is applicable only to Kerala native candidates. Candidates from other states are considered under the General category.

*5% of seats from the General Quota are reserved for Differently Abled (DA) candidates, subject to availability.