Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi Overview
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Amrita University), Kochi Campus, located in the vibrant city of Kochi, Kerala, is one of the key campuses under the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham network — a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, recognized by UGC and accredited with an NAAC ‘A++’ Grade.
Founded with the vision of integrating education, research, and societal impact, the Kochi campus has earned recognition as a leader in Health Sciences, Engineering, Business, Pharmacy, Nursing, Allied Health, and Biotechnology. It serves as a major academic hub for Amrita’s healthcare education and translational research ecosystem.
Situated close to the city’s medical district and backwaters, the Kochi campus combines modern academic infrastructure with access to real-world clinical exposure through Amrita Hospital (Kochi) — one of India’s largest multispecialty hospitals.
Admissions 2026–27
Admissions for 2026–27 are open for Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs. Selection is through Amrita’s own entrance exams or national-level tests.
Admission Process
- Apply online at www.amrita.edu
- Register and fill the online form
- Appear for AEEE / AMET / ALAW / AIPMET / CUET or relevant exam
- Attend counseling and confirm seat
- Complete admission formalities and fee payment
Exams Accepted
Courses & Fees Amrita Kochi
Undergraduate (UG)
- Tech (CSE, ECE, Biomedical, AI, Electrical)
- MBBS / BDS
- Pharm / B.Sc (Nursing, Biotechnology, Microbiology)
- BBA / BCA / B.Com / B.A. (Psychology, English)
- BBA LLB / BA LLB (Integrated)
Postgraduate (PG)
- Tech (AI, Biomedical, Data Science)
- MBA (General, Healthcare Management, Finance, HR)
- Sc (Biotech, Nursing, Chemistry, Data Science)
- Pharm / MPH / MHA
- LLM / MA (English, Communication)
Doctoral (Ph.D.)
- Engineering
- Health Sciences
- Management
- Pharmacy
- Biotechnology & Life Sciences
- Humanities & Law
Approximate Fee Range (Annual)
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Program
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Fee Range
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MBBS / BDS
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5.5 – 8 LPA
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B.Tech
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1.8 – 3.6 LPA
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MBA
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2.2 – 4.5 LPA
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Pharmacy
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1.5 – 2.8 LPA
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Nursing / Allied Health
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1.0 – 2.0 LPA
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Arts / Science / Commerce
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80K – 1.5 LPA
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Ph.D.
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90K – 1.5 LPA
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Rankings & Recognition (2026)
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Category
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Ranking
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NIRF 2026 (Universities)
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8th in India
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Medical
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15th
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Engineering
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12th
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Management
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23rd
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Pharmacy
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18th
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Overall (Private Universities)
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Top 10
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QS Asia 2026
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Top 100 in Asia
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THE Impact Rankings 2026
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Top 250 globally for SDGs (“Good Health” & “Quality Education”)
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IIRF 2026
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Top 20 for Research & Industry Collaboration
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Accreditations & Affiliations
- UGC Recognized
- AICTE Approved
- NAAC ‘A++’ Accredited
- NABH & ISO Certified (for Health Sciences)
- ABET-aligned Engineering Curriculum
- Member: Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
Expected Cut-Offs 2026
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Program
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Criteria
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B.Tech (CSE / AI)
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AEEE rank < 10,000 or JEE Main percentile ≥ 85
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MBBS
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NEET rank within top 10,000
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MBA
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CAT / MAT / CMAT ≥ 70 percentile or AMET ≥ 75%
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Pharmacy
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NEET / AIPMET ≥ 55%
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Law
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CLAT percentile ≥ 50 or ALAW ≥ 65%
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M.Tech / Ph.D.
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GATE/ Amrita Research Entrance ≥ 60%
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Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Amrita Kochi offers Merit, Entrance, and Category-Based Scholarships supporting deserving students.
Categories Include:
- Entrance Merit (AEEE , AMET , NEET , ALAW) → 25%–100% tuition fee waiver
- National Toppers (JEE Main, NEET , CAT , GATE) → up to 100%
- Merit (90%+ in qualifying exam)
- Special: Single Girl Child, Sports, Defense Wards, Differently-Abled, Sibling & Alumni benefits
Education loans and flexible installment plans are also available.
Placements Class of 2025
The Corporate & Industry Relations (CIR) Division manages internships, training, and placements, ensuring excellent corporate connect.
Placement Highlights
- Highest Package: 52 LPA (International) | 26 LPA (Domestic)
- Average Package: 9.5 LPA
- Top 25% Average: 12.2 LPA
- Placement Rate: 95%
- Internships: 1800+ with leading firms and hospitals
Top Recruiters
- TCS
- Deloitte
- Infosys
- Amazon
- Philips
- Bosch
- Siemens
- Cognizant
- HDFC Bank
- Wipro
- Medtronic
- Pfizer
- IBM
- EY
- Capgemini
Program-wise Averages
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Program
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Avg. Package
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B.Tech
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8.8 LPA
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MBA
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9.5 LPA
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Pharmacy
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6.2 LPA
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Health Sciences
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5.5 LPA
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Law / Arts / Commerce
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4.0–5.0 LPA
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Campus Facilities
Amrita Kochi offers world-class infrastructure integrated with its hospital and innovation ecosystem.
Key Facilities
- Smart classrooms & simulation labs
- Digital library & research centers
- Amrita Hospital integration for clinical training
- Innovation & incubation hubs
- Hostels with 24/7 security
- Cafeteria & sports facilities
- Wi-Fi-enabled eco-campus
- Medical, counseling & wellness support
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kohci FAQs
Q1. Is Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi recognized by UGC?
Ans. Yes. It is UGC-recognized, AICTE-approved, and NAAC ‘A++’ accredited.
Q2. What are the flagship programs at the Kochi campus?
Ans. Health Sciences (MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy), B.Tech, and MBA are flagship offerings.
Q3. Does Amrita Kochi conduct its own entrance exams?
Ans. Yes — AEEE (Engineering), AIPMET (Pharmacy), AMET (MBA), and ALAW (Law), besides NEET and CUET.
Q4. How are placements at Amrita Kochi?
Ans. Excellent. 95% placement rate with top domestic and global companies.
Q5. What makes the Kochi campus unique?
Ans. Its integration with Amrita Hospital, focus on life sciences and healthcare research, and strong industry-academic ecosystem.