Every year, thousands of students from Kerala pack their bags and head to Bangalore (now Bengaluru) for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. If you’re a +2 student, parent, or career counselor from Kerala wondering why Bangalore has become the top choice, this comprehensive, updated guide for 2025 will explain everything clearly.
Bangalore is home to some of India’s highest-ranked private universities and engineering colleges. Here are the most preferred ones by Malayali students in 2025:
| College/University | Popular Courses Among Kerala Students | NIRF 2024 Rank (University Category) |
|---|---|---|
| Christ University | BBA, BCom, Law, Psychology, Data Science | 13 |
| St. Joseph’s University | BSc Visual Communication, Economics, Biotechnology | 17 |
| Jain (Deemed-to-be) University | BBA, Forensic Science, Aerospace Engineering | 68 |
| RV College of Engineering | CSE, AI & ML, ECE | Top 100 (Engineering) |
| PES University | Computer Science, Electronics | Top 100 (Engineering) |
| Mount Carmel College (Autonomous) | BCom, Psychology, Nutrition & Dietetics | — |
| Kristu Jayanti College | MBA, MCA, BCom Logistics | — |
These institutions offer excellent faculty, modern labs, international tie-ups, and 90%+ placement rates.
Bangalore = India’s IT + Startup Capital → 40% of India’s unicorns are based here → Companies like Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, Accenture, and 1000+ startups actively recruit from campuses.
Kerala students particularly benefit because many companies have large Malayali employee networks (Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, etc.), making referrals and cultural fit easier.
Huge Malayali student community (over 1.5 lakh students)
Kerala restaurants everywhere – from Paragon to Dhe Puttu
Numerous churches (St. Mary’s Basilica, Infant Jesus Church) and temples
Malayalam movie theatres and Onam/Vishu celebrations
Dedicated Kerala hostels/PGs in areas like BTM Layout, Koramangala, Marathahalli
You’ll feel at home within a week!
| Area | PG/Hostel Rent (per month) | Food + Transport |
|---|---|---|
| BTM Layout | ₹7,000 – ₹11,000 | ₹4,500 |
| Koramangala | ₹9,000 – ₹14,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Marathahalli | ₹6,500 – ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 |
| Electronic City | ₹6,000 – ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 |
Many Kerala-specific PGs include Kerala-style food (fish curry, appam, puttu) in the package!
Average temperature: 18–28°C year-round
No humidity like Kerala during summers
Perfect for studying in cafes, libraries, and Cubbon Park!
Bangalore is ranked among the safest metro cities for students (especially for girls) with:
24×7 police patrolling near college areas
Safe BMTC buses and Namma Metro
Women-only hostels with CCTV and wardens
| Mode | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Trains | 15+ daily trains (Ernakulam–Bangalore) | 9–14 hours |
| KSRTC Buses | Every 15–30 mins from major towns | 7–10 hours |
| Flights | 50+ daily (Kochi & Trivandrum) | 1 hour |
You can literally go home for Onam or Christmas and be back in a weekend.
YES, if you want:
Better college options than most Kerala private universities
Direct industry exposure and internships from Year 1
Higher salary packages (average CSE placement in Bangalore colleges: ₹12–25 LPA)
A cosmopolitan yet Malayali-friendly environment
Courses that actually match current job market needs
Bangalore isn’t just a city for education — it’s a launchpad for your dream career.
Ready to make the move? Start shortlisting colleges, book your entrance exams (CUET, COMEDK, Christ CUET, Jain JET, etc.), and join the ever-growing Kerala-to-Bangalore success story!
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