Both Kerala University and Bharathiar University are reputed and offer decent academics. So, choose among these universities based on your course preference. These two universities offer similar career prospects. The highlights of recent Kerala University placements show the median CTC to be around INR 2.1 LPA. Bharathiar University placements 2021 had witnessed a median CTC of around INR 2.40 LPA. 

Both these Universities are Public Universities. They are well reputed in their own unique way. It is known that University of Kerala is older than Bharathiar University. Hence the former has better educational experience and also a better alumni network. 

Do not go by their ranking, as it can change from time to time. If you want to select one, do it on the basis of credibility. 

They both belong to the same league of universities. If the academic performance is considered then both the institutes are at par with each other. So choose the one that matches all your requirements.