Overview
Aligarh Muslim University is a residential central university in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1920 by an Act of Parliament out of the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College founded by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan in 1875. With 13 faculties and 117 departments, it teaches over 37,000 students and draws applicants from across India and abroad.
AMU Highlights
| Founded | 1920 |
|---|---|
| University type | Central University |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| Popular programmes listed | 2 |
| TUF Rank 2026 | #9 (editorial ordering) |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.A. (Hons)
B.Sc. (Hons)
Admission Process
AMU runs a dual-track admission system under its official Guide to Admissions. A set of undergraduate programmes (B.A. Hons in select humanities and social science subjects, B.Sc. Hons Geography, Statistics and Community Science, and B.Voc) admit through CUET(UG) scores, while most UG programmes (B.Sc. Hons, B.A. Hons, B.Com Hons, BBA, B.Tech, B.Arch) admit through the university's own pen-and-paper admission tests, and medical courses through NEET. Candidates must apply separately on the AMU admission portal; registering for CUET alone does not count as an AMU application.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
Placements
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Scholarships
The university awards merit scholarships and need-based financial assistance on a merit and merit-cum-means basis, including the Needy Deserving Students' Fund, the Students Aid Fund and donor scholarships, all listed in the Scholarship Directory on the official website. Check the official website for current schemes and deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AMU admit all students through CUET?
No. Only a specific set of UG programmes admit through CUET(UG) scores. Most undergraduate programmes admit through AMU's own admission tests, and medical courses through NEET.
Do I need to apply separately on AMU's portal if I registered for CUET?
Yes. Per AMU's official Guide to Admissions, CUET registration alone does not constitute an application to AMU; you must also fill the AMU application form and register for its counselling.
What are the fees at AMU?
Fees vary by programme and are published in the university's official Guide to Admissions. Check the official website for the current fee structure.
Does AMU offer scholarships?
Yes. AMU offers university merit scholarships and need-based financial assistance on merit and merit-cum-means basis through the Dean Students' Welfare office, plus government and donor scholarships.
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