Kerala University of Health and Allied Sciences

Kerala University of Health and Allied Sciences (KUHAS) was established in 2010 as the first health sciences university in Kerala, dedicated exclusively to healthcare education and research. Located in Thrissur, Kerala, this Public State University has emerged as a premier institution for health sciences education in India. KUHAS is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade. The university is ranked Rank 47, NIRF 2025 in the Medical category, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and quality healthcare education. Kerala University of Health and Allied Sciences offers a comprehensive range of programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in various health sciences disciplines including Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Physiotherapy, Allied Health Sciences, and Public Health. The university has 12 constituent colleges and over 200 affiliated institutions spread across Kerala, providing education to thousands of students in diverse healthcare specialisations. The admission process for various programmes is conducted through multiple entrance examinations including NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET MDS, KEAM, and KUHS Entrance Test, ensuring merit-based selection of candidates. The university operates from a sprawling campus equipped with modern infrastructure, research facilities, and teaching hospitals that provide hands-on clinical training to students. KUHAS emphasises research and innovation in healthcare, with numerous research projects, publications, and collaborations with national and international institutions. The university's commitment to producing competent healthcare professionals has resulted in excellent placement opportunities, with graduates securing positions in prestigious hospitals, healthcare organisations, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies across India and abroad.