Government, Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh Muslim University

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, is a prestigious central university established in 1875. Known for its comprehensive curriculum across disciplines, AMU offers programs in engineering, medicine, social sciences, law, management, and more. Here’s a detailed look into AMU’s admission process, courses, fees, and placements:

1. Admission

Undergraduate Admissions:

Courses Offered: AMU offers undergraduate programs in fields such as BA, B.Sc., B.Com, B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, B.Arch, BBA, BA LLB, and others.
Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with a minimum percentage, varying by program. For example:
- B.Tech: Requires Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in 10+2.
- MBBS/BDS: Requires Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 10+2.
Entrance Exams: Admissions are based on the AMU Entrance Exam for most programs. For medical programs (MBBS/BDS), NEET scores are accepted. For B.Tech, AMU conducts its own engineering entrance exam, while CLAT or AMU’s law entrance is needed for BA LLB.

Postgraduate Admissions:

Courses Offered: AMU offers M.Sc., MA, M.Com, M.Tech, MBA, MS, MD, MDS, LLM, and other postgraduate programs.
Eligibility: A relevant undergraduate degree in the required discipline.
Entrance Exams: Admission is based on AMU’s entrance exams, except for MBA (CAT scores are also accepted), M.Tech (GATE), and MS/MD/MDS (NEET-PG).

Ph.D. Admissions:

Courses Offered: Ph.D. programs are offered in various disciplines across sciences, humanities, management, engineering, and medicine.
Eligibility: A Master’s degree in a relevant field with qualifying marks.
Entrance Exam: AMU conducts its own Ph.D. entrance exam and interview process.

2. Courses Offered

Undergraduate Programs:

Engineering and Technology: B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, and B.Arch.
Medical Sciences: MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing
Law: BA LLB (Integrated 5-Year Course)
Arts and Humanities: BA in English, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, etc.
Science: B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Biotechnology, etc.
Commerce and Management: B.Com, BBA

Postgraduate Programs:

Engineering and Technology: M.Tech in various specializations
Medical Sciences: MS, MD, MDS
Management: MBA, MBA (International Business)
Arts and Humanities: MA in English, History, Political Science, Arabic, and Islamic Studies
Science: M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, etc.
Law: LLM

Doctoral Programs :

Ph.D. programs across disciplines in Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Engineering, Law, and Medicine.

3. Fees

Undergraduate Programs :

B.Tech: Approximately INR 10,000 – 15,000 per year.
MBBS/BDS: Around INR 50,000 – 60,000 per year.
BA/B.Sc./B.Com: Nominal fees around INR 5,000 – 10,000 per year, making AMU an affordable choice.

Postgraduate Programs :

M.Tech: Approximately INR 10,000 – 15,000 per year.
MS/MD/MDS: Around INR 50,000 – 60,000 per year.
MA/M.Sc./M.Com: Fees range from INR 5,000 – 12,000 per year depending on the program.

Ph.D. Programs:

The fees for Ph.D. programs are affordable, typically INR 10,000 – 20,000 per year, depending on the resources required for research.

AMU offers scholarships based on merit, financial background, and minority community status. Additional government scholarships may be available.

4. Placements

Placement Cell: AMU has a dedicated Training and Placement Office (TPO) that coordinates placement activities, career counseling, and industry engagement.
Top Recruiters: Companies across sectors visit AMU, including TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, Accenture, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, and many public sector organizations.
Average Salary Package: For B.Tech students, average packages range from INR 4 – 7 LPA. MBA students may secure packages around INR 5 – 8 LPA. Higher salaries are often achieved by top-performing students, especially in technical and management programs.
Internship Programs: Many courses require internships or clinical rotations, which the TPO facilitates with relevant industries and hospitals.

Additional Facilities :

Hostels: AMU provides hostel facilities for male and female students at nominal rates. Hostel amenities include mess facilities, common rooms, libraries, and recreational areas.
Library: AMU has an extensive library, the Maulana Azad Library, one of the largest in Asia with millions of books, journals, and digital resources.
Research Centers: There are numerous research centers and labs for different departments, focusing on fields like biotechnology, nanotechnology, and advanced engineering.
Scholarships and Financial Aid: Numerous scholarships and financial aid options are available for meritorious and economically disadvantaged students, including scholarships for minority community students.

For detailed information on specific courses, admission criteria, and other queries, download the brochure.