Admission update

Current admission status

Induction, allotments and candidate updates

Student Induction Programme 27–31 July 2026

Induction programme details are now available

Newly admitted students can view the programme, venues, student groups and practical guidance on the dedicated induction page. Follow your official University communication for any candidate-specific instruction.

Programme and venue guide View induction details
DUAT Phase II Allotments in progress

Phase II allotments are in progress

DUAT Phase II results are available in the admission portal, and allotment processing is in progress. Candidates should check the portal and their registered email regularly for allotment and further instructions.

Candidate action Check admission portal
PhD candidates Results awaited

PhD selection is complete; results are awaited

All PhD selection stages, including DRAT-S and Interview, have been completed. Candidates should follow official email and portal updates for results and further instructions.

Admissions 2026: Current Status and Next Steps

Find induction programme details, ongoing PG allotment updates, candidate next steps and PhD result status.

Study at Technopark Phase IV, Thiruvananthapuram, through project-based learning, internships and interdisciplinary academic training.

Digital University Kerala campus building
Choose your current status

What should you do next?

Start with the statement that matches your position. Each route leads directly to the relevant current information.

I am waiting for PG allotment

DUAT Phase II results are available and allotments are in progress. Check the portal and your registered email regularly.

I received allotment

Use the admission portal and complete the notified token-fee step within its deadline.

I am waiting for PhD results

All PhD selection stages are complete. Results are awaited; follow official email and portal updates.

2026 Programme Catalogue

Browse the complete 2026 programme catalogue for programme descriptions, eligibility, fees and admission-route reference.

PROGRAMME REFERENCE Open the complete catalogue Programme information is retained for reference even when an application window is not active.

Admission Route Reference

Admission routes are programme-specific. The programme card is the controlling reference for the route applicable to a candidate.

PG routes

For MSc, MTech and MBA programmes, admission may be through DUAT, CUET-PG, GATE, CAT, CMAT, KMAT, XAT, NMAT, GRE, GMAT or other approved tests, depending on the programme.

Current DUAT syllabus and model papers

PhD 2026 status

PhD applications and all selection stages are complete. Results are awaited; the DRAT syllabus is retained for reference.

Open the DRAT 2026 archive

Why Study at Digital University Kerala

A postgraduate university focused on digital technologies, applied learning, research and social impact.

A university built for the digital era DUK was established by the Government of Kerala to focus on postgraduate education, research, innovation and responsible digital technologies.
Learn through projects and practice Programmes are designed around applied learning, internships, research exposure and interdisciplinary problem-solving.
Programmes in high-demand areas Study areas include AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Electronics, Geoinformatics, Sustainability, Business and Digital Transformation.
Located in Kerala’s technology ecosystem The campus at Technopark Phase IV, Thiruvananthapuram, places students close to technology, research and innovation networks.

Recognition and Rankings

Selected recognitions and rankings that reflect DUK’s work in innovation, cybersecurity and institutional development.

IIC 4-star rating

Rated 4-star by the Institution’s Innovation Council, Ministry of Education, for innovation and entrepreneurship activities.

CERT-In empanelled cybersecurity capability

Through KSAAC, DUK is empanelled by CERT-In as an Information Security Auditing Organization.

KSAAC provides security auditing, consulting, training and related cybersecurity services.

KIRF University category

Included in the Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework under the University category.

Student Support and Professional Exposure

Students at DUK engage with a structured academic environment that combines coursework, projects, and guided opportunities for real-world exposure and professional development.

Earn While You Learn (EWYL)

Paid R&D internship opportunities for eligible master’s students through university-led projects

EWYL details

Merit-cum-means support

Eligible students may receive tuition-fee support under university scholarship schemes

Scholarships and support

Career and placement support

A dedicated Training and Placement Cell provides guidance, training, internships, and industry interaction

Placement Cell

Innovation and incubation

DUK’s innovation and incubation ecosystem supports prototyping, mentorship, and early-stage innovation activities.

Innovation at DUK

Admission Portal

Registered candidates should use the official portal for results, allotments, payments and other actions notified to them.

REGISTERED CANDIDATES Use the official admission portal Review your application status and complete allotment, payment, verification or other assigned candidate actions.

About Digital University Kerala

Digital University Kerala is a specialised institution established by the Government of Kerala for postgraduate and doctoral education, research, and innovation in digital technologies and interdisciplinary applications. Its academic structure brings together computing, data, electronics, management, environmental studies, and allied domains.

At a Glance

  • Specialised digital university (Government of Kerala)
  • Postgraduate and doctoral programmes structured into multiple Schools
  • Rated 4-star by Institution’s Innovation Council (MoE), 2024–25
  • Included in the Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework (KIRF) – University category

Located within Technopark, the University is connected to Kerala’s wider digital ecosystem and supports collaboration, applied learning, and interdisciplinary study with societal relevance.

Campus location

Digital University Kerala, Technopark Phase IV, Mangalapuram, Thonnakkal P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – 695317

Admission Helpdesk

For programme selection, eligibility, application process, fee payment and admission-related queries.

Contact the admissions team

Choose the appropriate admissions contact for your query.

Call Admissions
For urgent application-related queries.
Email PG Admissions
admission-pg@duk.ac.in
Email PhD Admissions
admission-phd@duk.ac.in
WhatsApp Admissions
Message the admissions helpdesk on WhatsApp.

Our admissions team will respond during working hours. Please mention the programme name in your email or message.

Contact Student Council

If you feel more comfortable speaking with fellow students first, the Student Council can help with general and hostel-related questions.

General Enquiry
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