KFU Haveri Admission 2026

Karnataka Folklore University
Haveri, Karnataka · KFU Haveri · Estd. 2011
UG Open PG Open PhD Open
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KFU 2026-27 admission notification on kfuniversity.ac.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Karnataka Folklore University

Karnataka Folklore University (KFU) is a state university located at Gotagodi, Shiggaon, Haveri in Karnataka, established in 2011 by the KFU Act, 2011 of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. KFU is India's first university dedicated entirely to folklore studies — preserving, documenting and researching the folk literature, music, dance, performing arts, oral traditions and material culture of Karnataka and beyond.

KFU offers UG (BA Folklore), PG (MA Folklore), Diploma, PG Diploma and Ph.D programmes in folk literature, folk music, folk dance, folk theatre, folk religion, tribal studies, oral history and folk craft. Admission via KFU Aptitude Test + interview; demonstrated folk-arts proficiency is essential.

KFU portal at kfuniversity.ac.in.

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Application fee: ₹500 (General) / ₹300 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

University-conducted entrance exam

KFU Aptitude + Interview
Conducted by Karnataka Folklore University

KFU admits candidates via KFU Aptitude Test + interview; demonstrated folk-arts proficiency is essential. India's first folklore university.

Other accepted exams

  • KFU Aptitude
  • Folk-arts proficiency

Eligibility

BA / MA Folklore / Folk Arts / Tribal Studies: 10+2 (UG) or Bachelor's (PG) with the prescribed aggregate + KFU Aptitude + interview. Ph.D: Master's with UGC-prescribed aggregate.

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
KFU Aptitude + interview TBA exam KFU Upcoming
KFU counselling TBA counselling KFU Upcoming

How to Apply

  1. 1
    Read the KFU notification
    Visit kfuniversity.ac.in.
  2. 2
    Apply online
    Register on the KFU portal.
  3. 3
    KFU Aptitude + interview
    Sit the KFU Aptitude Test plus interview demonstrating folk-arts proficiency.
  4. 4
    Admission confirmation
    Selected candidates pay the admission fee at the Gotagodi campus, Shiggaon, Haveri.

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

KFU merit awards, Ministry of Culture Sangeet Natak Akademi scholarships, Karnataka State scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships through ePASS / NSP.

Reservations

Karnataka state reservation: SC 17.15%, ST 6.95%, Cat 1 4%, Cat 2A 15%, Cat 2B 4%, Cat 3A 4%, Cat 3B 5%, EWS 10%; PwBD 5% horizontal.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Karnataka Folklore University?
Karnataka Folklore University admits students primarily through KFU Aptitude + Interview. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.
What is the application fee at Karnataka Folklore University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹300 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Karnataka Folklore University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Karnataka Folklore University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.
Does Karnataka Folklore University accept KFU Aptitude + Interview scores?
KFU Aptitude + Interview is the primary basis for admission at Karnataka Folklore University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.