byVinay Kumar
Updated on - 6 Aug, 2024
The Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University (TEMU) is a state university which is situated in the Tirur, Malappuram district, Kerala. Founded in 2012, TEMU is an inter-university postgraduate program designed to foster further learning and research in Malayalam language, literature and the culture of Kerala. Indian university is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) where the University has got ‘B++’ grade. In its 2023 ranking, TEMU has been placed on the 76th place among the universities in India.
TEMU provides different program across discipline at undergraduate, post graduate, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy. These are some of the most popular courses offered and these are; BA Malayalam, MA Linguistics, MPhil Cultural Studies, PhD Folklore Studies etc. Admission process usually start in the month of May every year while the exams are done in December/January. The major entrance tests are TEMU PET for the PG course and TEMU JRF for MPhil and PhD courses respectively. The last date for the admissions in 2024 course normally falls in the first week of June.
Also, for internships and placements, some of the organization partners of TEMU are Oxford University Press, DC Books, Mathrubhumi etc. Some of the leading recruitment agents are script writing agencies, publication houses, media companies, and educational organizations. The percentage of students placed in reputed companies in 2022 were the following; 25% of the total students were placed in multinational companies while another 25% were placed in software companies with an average salary package ranging from Rs. 25000 to Rs. 40000 for junior positions. The highest paid salary is 60000 per month as per the vacancies posted in various websites. Some of the students can also write civil service examinations or pursue higher studies on completion of their studies.
Feature
Details
University Short Name
Malayalam University
Institute Type
Public University
Established
1st November 2012
Approved By
University Grants Commission (UGC)
Complete Address
Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University, Tirur, Malappuram District, Kerala, India
Nearest Bus Stand
Tirur Bus Stand
Nearest Railway Station
Tirur Railway Station
Nearest Airport
Calicut International Airport
1. In order to apply for admission to the above courses a candidate should have passed Plus Two or any other equivalent examination approved by the university and should have obtained not less than 45% marks in the relevant subjects. These may include requirements to complete a particular program like BA, BSc, BCom, etc.
2. For PG programmes, the candidates should have passed their Under Graduate programmes from recognized University with percentage of marks from 45% to 50% depending upon the course. There might be extra entrance tests for some programs.
3. Concealment and relaxation in the minimum standard for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates as per government rules. Upper age limit may also be relaxed for certain categories of candidates in some organizations so as to allow them to be part of the organization as per their desire.
4. All candidates who obtained their boards/universities from other states should provide eligibility/recognition certificates from the university to show whether the candidate’s qualification is recognized or not.
5. Apart from academic performance other requirements such as skill tests, interviews, prior work experience may be part of the requirement depending on the particular program.
6. The specific and up-to-date criteria for each Programme is available in the University’s prospectus/website. Candidates who wish to apply are recommended to double check before doing so.
| Course | Duration | Fees (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA Malayalam | 3 years | 10,000 - 20,000 |
| MA Malayalam | 2 years | 15,000 - 30,000 |
| BFA | 4 years | 20,000 - 40,000 |
| MFA | 2 years | 25,000 - 50,000 |
| PhD Malayalam | 3 years | 30,000 - 60,000 |
| Certificate Course in Malayalam | 1 year | 5,000 - 10,000 |
| Diploma Course in Malayalam | 2 years | 10,000 - 20,000 |
| Course Category | Highest Salary Package | Average Salary Package |
|---|---|---|
| Malayalam Language and Literature | 9.00 LPA | 7.00 LPA |
| Fine Arts | 12.00 LPA | 9.50 LPA |
| Performing Arts | 15.00 LPA | 11.50 LPA |
| Visual Arts | 13.00 LPA | 10.00 LPA |
| Media Studies | 10.00 LPA | 8.00 LPA |
| Translation and Interpretation | 8.00 LPA | 6.50 LPA |
| Journalism and Mass Communication | 11.00 LPA | 9.00 LPA |
| Education | 9.50 LPA | 7.50 LPA |
| Duration : | 2 Years |
| Level : | Post Graduation |
| Eligibility : | Graduation |
| Course Type : | Degree |
| Duration : | 2 Years |
| Level : | Doctorate/M.Phil |
| Eligibility : | Post Graduation |
| Course Type : | Degree |
| Duration : | 2 Years |
| Level : | Doctorate/M.Phil |
| Eligibility : | Post Graduation |
| Course Type : | Degree |