Kerala's education system is renowned for its high quality and accessibility, resulting in the country's highest literacy rates. The state follows a 10+2+3 education pattern, supported by a vast network of government, aided, and private schools.
Prominent higher education institutions include: * **University of Kerala** (Thiruvananthapuram) – The state's oldest university. * **Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)** (Kochi) – Premier institute for applied sciences. * **Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK)** – One of the top management schools in the country. * **National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC)** – A leading engineering institution. * **Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER)** (Thiruvananthapuram) – Dedicated to scientific research. * **Mahatma Gandhi University** (Kottayam) – A major multi-disciplinary university. The state is also known for a massive public library network, the Kerala State Library Council, which supports adult education and lifelong learning.