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SCU Kerala HDC & JDC 2026
State Co-operative Union, Kerala — Higher Diploma in Co-operation & Business Management (HDC & BM) 2025–26 & Junior Diploma in Co-operation (JDC) 2026 Exam Notification
เดേเดฐเดณ เดธเตผเด്เดാเตผ KCS Act 1969-เดฒെ Section 89 เดช്เดฐเดാเดฐം เดธ്เดฅാเดชിเด്เด State Co-operative Union (SCU), Kerala — Co-operative Education, Training, Publicity and Propaganda-เดจ്เดฑെ Statutory Body. HDC & BM Course 2025–26: 12 Months, 2 Semesters. Eligibility: Any Bachelor's Degree. Application Fee: General ₹250 / Co-op Employee ₹350 / SC/ST ₹85. 13 Co-operative Training Colleges across Kerala. เดเดฐു Diploma Cooperative Sector-เดฒെ Job-เดจ് (Clerk/Cashier, CSEB Exam) Essential Qualification เดเดฃ്. JDC Exam 2026 Notification Released (January 19, 2026). Online Application: scukerala.amserp.in เด
เดฒ്เดฒെเด്เดിเตฝ scu.kerala.gov.in. Contact: 0471-2320420.
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Official Notice · Source: scu.kerala.gov.in · Verified March 14, 2026
SCU Kerala has published the JDC Exam 2026 Notification (January 19, 2026). HDC & BM Course 2025–26 is currently running — HDC August 2025 result published. Prospectus for HDC & BM was released for 2025–26 with Online Application at scukerala.amserp.in. HDC & BM 2026–27 admissions are expected from June 2026 onwards (following the annual cycle: application opens June, last date July, classes start August). JDC Exam 2026 notification downloadable from scu.kerala.gov.in. Contact: 0471-2320420 / 2331072 · Email: scukerala@gmail.com.
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HDC Course
12 Months
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JDC Course
10 Months
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Colleges
13 in Kerala
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HDC App. Fee
₹250 Gen
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HDC Eligibility
Any Degree
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HDC Starts
August (Annual)
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HQ
Trivandrum
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Why HDC & JDC from SCU Kerala?
Mandatory for Co-op Sector Jobs🏫
Govt. of Kerala Statutory Body
SCU is established under KCS Act 1969 — Kerala Govt. statutory body. HDC & BM is recognized by Kerala PSC and Co-operative Service Examination Board (CSEB).
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Essential for Cooperative Jobs
HDC is a mandatory qualification for Clerk/Cashier and other officials in cooperative banks and societies. Required for CSEB Kerala exams.
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13 Colleges — All Kerala Districts
Cooperative Training Colleges in Trivandrum, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod.
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Affordable Fee
Application fee as low as ₹85 for SC/ST; Total course fee ₹23,990 for HDC & BM (payable in installments). CSEB job prospects post-diploma are excellent.
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PSC & CSEB Recognized
HDC & BM is recognized by Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) and Co-operative Service Examination Board (CSEB) — central for Cooperative sector recruitment.
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SC/ST Special Centres
JDC has 4 dedicated centres for SC/ST students in addition to 5 general JDC training centres across Kerala.
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Courses at a Glance
HDC & BM · JDC📚 HDC & BM — Higher Diploma in Co-operation & Business Management
Full NameHigher Diploma in Co-operation & Business Management
Duration12 Months (2 Semesters of 6 months each)
EligibilityAny Bachelor's Degree (recognized by Govt. of Kerala)
Age LimitGeneral: ≤40 yrs · OBC: ≤43 yrs · SC/ST: ≤45 yrs (as on 01.06)
Employee Cat.No age limit; min. 1 year service in Co-op Society required
Seats per CollegeCollege-wise (reservation applicable)
Colleges13 Cooperative Training Colleges across Kerala
App. Fee (Gen)₹250
App. Fee (Employee)₹350
App. Fee (SC/ST)₹85
Total Course Fee₹23,990
Classes StartAugust (annual cycle)
Apply Onlinescukerala.amserp.in
SelectionAggregate % of Degree marks (merit-based)
Exam BodyCentral Board of Examinations, SCU Kerala
Diploma byRegistrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala
📚 JDC — Junior Diploma in Co-operation
Full NameJunior Diploma in Co-operation
Duration10 Months (incl. 2 months practical training)
EligibilitySSLC / Class X pass (minimum qualification)
Training Centres9 Junior-level centres (5 general + 4 SC/ST)
JDC Exam 2026Notification released Jan 19, 2026
JDC Notificationscu.kerala.gov.in/JDC2026/JDCEXAMNOTIFICATION19-1-26.pdf
LevelEntry-level cooperative diploma
Exam BodyCentral Board of Examinations, SCU Kerala
Applyscu.kerala.gov.in / scukerala.amserp.in
Contact0471-2320420 · scukerala@gmail.com
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Key Dates — Annual Admission Cycle
HDC & BM · JDC📚 HDC & BM Course — Annual Cycle (2025–26 Batch Reference)
Online Application Opens~June 5, 2025 (2025–26 batch)
Last Date of Online Application~July 15, 2025, 5:00 PM (2025–26 batch)
Documents Upload DeadlineSame as last date of application
Preliminary / Final Merit ListPublished at scu.kerala.gov.in
Interview at CollegeBy respective college Principal
Classes CommenceAugust (annually)
HDC & BM 2026–27 Applications (Expected)~June 2026 (watch scu.kerala.gov.in)
📚 JDC — Junior Diploma in Co-operation 2026
JDC Exam 2026 Notification ReleasedJanuary 19, 2026 ✓
JDC Exam Notification Downloadscu.kerala.gov.in → JDC Notifications
JDC Exam Dates (2026)As per notification — check official site
JDC April 2025 Revaluation ResultPublished ✓
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2026–27 Admission Dates Not Yet AnnouncedHDC & BM 2026–27 batch application dates have not yet been published as of March 2026. Based on previous years, applications typically open in June and close in July with classes starting in August. Candidates must regularly check scu.kerala.gov.in for the new notification. HDC & BM 2025–26 batch is currently running.
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Eligibility & Selection Criteria
HDC & BM · Official 2025–26 Prospectus
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HDC & BM — Minimum Educational QualificationAny Bachelor's Degree of a University recognized and approved by the Government of Kerala. Candidates who graduated from Universities outside Kerala must submit an Equivalency Certificate obtained from any University in Kerala.
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Age Limit (as on June 1 of admission year)General applicants: up to 40 years · OBC: up to 43 years · SC/ST: up to 45 years. No age limit for Co-operative Society employees category.
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Employee Category — Additional RequirementCooperative Society employees must have a minimum service period of 1 year as on June 1 of the admission year. Must be a full-time permanent employee. Daily wage workers, honorary service, commission agents and apprentices are not eligible for the employee category.
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Selection Process — General StudentsSelection is on aggregate marks (%) in Degree examination — both subjects and languages of all years/semesters as per Consolidated Mark List. Grace marks for candidates with Post-Graduation. Selection is college-wise merit and reservation-based.
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Selection Process — Employee CategorySelection based on length of service (total regular service period). Must produce Board resolution and service certificate from AR of Co-operative Societies. The society must be affiliated to SCU.
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JDC — Junior Diploma in Co-operation EligibilityMinimum qualification: SSLC / Class X pass from a recognized board. Open to working cooperative employees and general students seeking entry-level cooperative education. Download the JDC 2026 notification from scu.kerala.gov.in for full details.
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HDC & BM Fee Structure
2025–26 OfficialApplication Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
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| General Students | ₹250 |
| Employees of Co-operative Societies | ₹350 |
| SC/ST Students | ₹85 |
Course Fee Structure — Semester-wise
| Particulars | Semester 1 (₹) | Semester 2 (₹) | Total (₹) |
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| Tuition Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| Admission Fee | 3,990 | NIL | 3,990 |
| Grand Total | 13,990 | 10,000 | 23,990 |
Amount Payable at Time of Admission
| Particulars | Amount (₹) |
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| Tuition Fee (Semester 1) | 10,000 |
| Admission Fee | 3,990 |
| Textbooks (subject to revision) | 1,350 |
| Total at Admission | ₹15,340 |
| Remaining Tuition (Semester 2 — payable in 1st month of Sem 2) | ₹10,000 |
Admission Fee Breakdown (₹3,990)
Registration ₹200
Library ₹300
Stationery ₹200
Calendar ₹50
Caution Deposit ₹500 (Refundable)
Journal Subscription ₹360
Special Fees ₹150
Building Fund ₹300
Kalolsavam ₹200
College Dev. Fund ₹1,500
PTA Fund ₹200
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Examination Fees (Additional)Examination fees: ₹300 per paper per semester. Registration fees: ₹300 per semester. These are paid separately at the time of examination, not included in the ₹23,990 course fee.
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Reservation of Seats
HDC & BM — Official10%
SC/ST Candidates
5%
OBC (Other Backward Communities)
5%
Ex-Servicemen & family (son/daughter/wife)
5%
Physically Handicapped (≥40% disability)
10%
Co-operative Society Employees & Dept. of Co-op/Dairy/Fisheries/Industries
10%
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) — GO MS 2/2020
1 Seat
Sports Quota (per college) — Kerala Sports Council list
50%
NSS College Kottayam: 50% merit + 50% management quota
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Sports QuotaSports quota applications must be submitted online as general category. Certified copy of the uploaded application along with sports certificates must be sent separately to: Secretary, Kerala Sports Council, Thiruvananthapuram.
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HDC & BM — Course Subjects
12 Papers · 1300 Total Marks📚 Semester I — 6 Subjects
- Co-operatives and Co-operative Administration
- Principles of Management
- Financial and Management Accounting
- Principles and Practices of Banking
- Co-operative Law and Allied Laws — Paper I
- Computer Applications — Paper I
📚 Semester II — 6 Subjects
- Functional Societies
- Managerial Economics
- Co-operative Accounting and Auditing
- Retail and Electronic Banking
- Co-operative Law and Allied Laws — Paper II
- Computer Applications — Paper II
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Marks Distribution & InternshipTotal: 1300 marks — External Exam: 850 marks, Internal Evaluation + Internship + Viva-voce: balance marks. During Semester II, students must attend 10-day Internship in any cooperative institution. Maximum leave: 5% of total working days. Students promoted to Semester II on basis of attendance + exam fee. Exams conducted by Central Board of Examinations; Diploma issued by Registrar of Co-operative Societies.
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Co-operative Training Colleges
13 Colleges Across Kerala1. Thiruvananthapuram
Co-operative Training College, Kuravankonam, Kowdiar P.O., TVM-695003
Co-operative Training College, Kuravankonam, Kowdiar P.O., TVM-695003
0471-2436689 · 9961445003
2. Kollam
Co-operative Training College, Avannoor, Kottarakkara P.O., Kollam-691506
Co-operative Training College, Avannoor, Kottarakkara P.O., Kollam-691506
0474-2950456 · 9946385533
3. Pathanamthitta
Co-operative Training College, Aranmula Panchayath Cultural Centre, Near Govt. Homeo Hospital, Aranmula-689533
Co-operative Training College, Aranmula Panchayath Cultural Centre, Near Govt. Homeo Hospital, Aranmula-689533
0468-2278140 · 9447654471
4. Alappuzha
Co-operative Training College, Deepika Junction, Cherthala P.O., Alappuzha-688524
Co-operative Training College, Deepika Junction, Cherthala P.O., Alappuzha-688524
0478-2813070 · 8281218029
5. Kottayam (NSS)
N.S.S. Co-operative Training College, Thirunakkara, Kottayam-686001 (50% Management Quota)
N.S.S. Co-operative Training College, Thirunakkara, Kottayam-686001 (50% Management Quota)
0481-2582852 · 8547842852
6. Kottayam — Pala
TATM Co-operative Training College, Pala-Erattupetta Road, Pala-686575
TATM Co-operative Training College, Pala-Erattupetta Road, Pala-686575
0482-2213107 · 7510899359
7. Ernakulam
Co-operative Training College, Sahakari Bhavan, North Paravoor, Ernakulam-683513
Co-operative Training College, Sahakari Bhavan, North Paravoor, Ernakulam-683513
0484-2447866 · 9447077511
8. Thrissur
Co-operative Training College, Civil Lines Road, Ayyanthole P.O., Thrissur-680004
Co-operative Training College, Civil Lines Road, Ayyanthole P.O., Thrissur-680004
0487-2389402 · 9495950404
9. Palakkad
Co-operative Training College, Victoria College Road, Opp. PMG School, Palakkad-678001
Co-operative Training College, Victoria College Road, Opp. PMG School, Palakkad-678001
0491-2522946 · 9745287895
10. Malappuram
Co-operative Training College, Sahakarana Bhavan Mavumkunnu, Tirur P.O., Malappuram-676101
Co-operative Training College, Sahakarana Bhavan Mavumkunnu, Tirur P.O., Malappuram-676101
0494-2423929 · 9846079940
11. Kozhikode
Co-operative Training College, Tali, Kozhikode-673002
Co-operative Training College, Tali, Kozhikode-673002
0495-2306460 · 8921136974
12. Kannur
Co-operative Training College, Mannayad, Nettoor P.O., Thalassery-670105
Co-operative Training College, Mannayad, Nettoor P.O., Thalassery-670105
0490-2354065 · 9495756653
13. Kasaragod
Co-operative Training College, Kottacherry Co-op Bank Buildings, Kanhangad
Co-operative Training College, Kottacherry Co-op Bank Buildings, Kanhangad
0467-221733 · 9495102455
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How to Apply
Online · scu.kerala.gov.in
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HDC & BM 2026–27 — Watch for NotificationThe HDC & BM 2026–27 admission notification has not yet been released as of March 2026. Based on past years, applications are expected to open in June 2026. Regularly check scu.kerala.gov.in and the online application portal scukerala.amserp.in.
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Visit scu.kerala.gov.in
Go to scu.kerala.gov.in. Check the News & Notifications section for HDC & BM 2026–27 admission notification. Read the prospectus carefully before applying.
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Apply Online at scukerala.amserp.in
Go to scukerala.amserp.in — the official online application portal. Fill in personal details, academic qualifications, choose preferred college, category and quota. Select employee category if applicable (with service certificate).
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Upload Required Documents
Upload the following documents along with the application:
- Mark lists of all years/semesters of Degree (subjects + languages)
- Mark list page with grade conversion formula (if grading system)
- Equivalency Certificate (if graduated from outside Kerala University)
- PG certificate (if applicable — for grace marks)
- SSLC Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- Disability certificate (if PH — ≥40% disability)
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Board resolution + service certificate (for Employee category)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
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Pay Application Fee Online
Pay application fee online: General ₹250 / Employee ₹350 / SC/ST ₹85. Fee payment must be completed before the last date (usually July 15, 5:00 PM of application year).
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Merit List & Interview
Preliminary and final merit lists published at scu.kerala.gov.in. Provisionally selected candidates will be called for an interview by the Principal of the respective Cooperative Training College. Bring all original documents, TC, Conduct Certificate, Degree Certificate, and 2 passport photos.
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Admission & Fee Payment
Pay ₹15,340 at the time of admission (Tuition ₹10,000 + Admission Fee ₹3,990 + Textbooks ₹1,350). Remaining Semester 2 tuition (₹10,000) payable in the first month of Semester 2. Classes start in August.
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Important — No Defect Rectification After SubmissionDefects in applications will NOT be permitted to be rectified after submission. Fill the application form very carefully and upload all required certificates correctly. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be summarily rejected.
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Documents at Interview / Admission
Originals Required| # | Document | Remarks |
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| a | Transfer Certificate from last institution | Original required |
| b | Conduct Certificate (from Head of Institution or Gazetted Officer) | Original required |
| c | Degree Certificate (qualifying exam) + PG certificate if any | Original required |
| d | Mark lists of Degree — all subjects and languages (all years/semesters) | Original required |
| e | Relieving Order from institution (for Employee category) | Original required |
| f | Caste Certificate (if applicable — SC/ST/OBC) | Original required |
| g | SSLC Book (for Date of Birth verification) | Original required |
| h | Two Passport Size Photographs | Recent, colour |
| i | Disability Certificate (for PH quota — ≥40% disability) | From competent authority |
| j | EWS Certificate (if applicable) | As per GO MS 2/2020 |
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Official Contact & Resources
scu.kerala.gov.in| Resource / Contact | Details |
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| Official Website | scu.kerala.gov.in |
| Online Application Portal | scukerala.amserp.in |
| HDC & BM Prospectus 2025–26 | scu.kerala.gov.in/PROSPECTUS2025.pdf |
| JDC 2026 Exam Notification | scu.kerala.gov.in/JDC2026/JDCEXAMNOTIFICATION19-1-26.pdf |
| Results Page | scu.kerala.gov.in/results3.php |
| Notifications | scu.kerala.gov.in/notifications.php |
| Phone | 0471-2320420 / 0471-2331072 |
| scukerala@gmail.com | |
| Address | State Co-operative Union, Kerala, Samsthana Sahakarana Bhavan, Oottukuzhy, Thiruvananthapuram – 695001 |
| Established | 1970, under Section 89 of Kerala Co-operative Societies Act, 1969 |
| Diploma issued by | Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala |
| Recognized by | Govt. of Kerala, Kerala PSC, Co-operative Service Examination Board (CSEB) |
SCU Kerala HDC & JDC — Apply for 2026 Cycle!
HDC & BM 2026–27 applications expected from June 2026. JDC Exam 2026 notification out (Jan 19, 2026). Essential qualification for Cooperative Bank (CSEB) jobs in Kerala. 13 colleges across all districts. Apply at scukerala.amserp.in. Watch scu.kerala.gov.in for updates.
ⓘ This post is for informational purposes only. All data sourced from scu.kerala.gov.in official website and HDC & BM Prospectus 2025–26 (verified March 14, 2026). Fee structure, dates and eligibility for 2026–27 batch may differ — check the official notification when released. CareerLokam is not affiliated with State Co-operative Union, Kerala.
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