Question 1

1. What is CPAS?

Accepted Answer

CPAS (Centre for Professional and Advanced Studies) is an autonomous society established by the Government of Kerala in 2017. It manages several self-financing institutions like the School of Medical Education (SME) and School of Technology and Applied Sciences (STAS), which were formerly part of M.G. University.

Question 2

2. Which are the main constituent institutions under CPAS?

Accepted Answer

The main constituent institutions include the School of Medical Education (SME), the School of Technology and Applied Sciences (STAS), the University College of Engineering (UCE), and various Colleges of Teacher Education (CTE).

Question 3

3. Is CPAS affiliated with any university?

Accepted Answer

The constituent institutions under CPAS are primarily affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, or the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) for medical/paramedical courses.

Question 4

4. How are seats allocated for professional courses like B.Sc. Nursing?

Accepted Answer

Admission to professional courses is split: 50% of seats are filled through Government Centralized Allotment (e.g., via LBS Centre) and the remaining 50% are filled by a rank list prepared by CPAS based on qualifying exam marks.

Question 5

5. Is there a fee concession for SC/ST students at CPAS?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a government-established body, CPAS follows state norms, granting full tuition fee exemption to SC/ST/OEC students. They generally only pay a nominal caution deposit and special fees.

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location	Kottayam, Kerala

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