Basic Information

• University Name: Aligarh Muslim University
• Established: 1920
• Type: Central University (Government of India)
• Location: Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
• Campus Size: Around 1,000+ acres
• NAAC Grade: A+
• NIRF Ranking: Among India’s top universities
• Official Admission Portal: AMU Admissions

Faculties & Popular Courses

AMU offers 390+ courses across 12 faculties.

Engineering

• B.Tech
• M.Tech
• Diploma
• PhD

Medical

• MBBS
• BDS
• BUMS
• Nursing
• MD/MS

Management

• BBA
• MBA
• PGDM

Commerce

• B.Com (Hons)
• M.Com

Science

• B.Sc
• M.Sc
• PhD

Arts & Humanities

• BA
• MA
• Languages
• History
• Political Science

Law

• BA LLB
• LLM

Agriculture

• B.Sc Agriculture
• M.Sc Agriculture

Education

• B.Ed
• M.Ed

Journalism & Mass Communication

• BA Journalism
• MA Mass Communication

Computer Courses

• BCA
• MCA

Admission Process

Admission depends on the course.

Through CUET

Many undergraduate courses use CUET UG scores.

Examples:

• BA
• B.Sc
• B.Com
• BCA
• Some language programmes

Through AMU Entrance Test

Professional courses require AMU’s own entrance test, such as:

• B.Tech
• MBA
• Law
• Nursing
• Various PG programmes

National-Level Exams

• MBBS – NEET UG
• MD/MS – NEET PG

The university publishes an annual admission guide and counselling schedule.

Eligibility

B.Tech

• Class 12 (PCM)
• AMU Entrance Test

B.Sc

• 12th with Science
• CUET/AMU (depending on programme)

B.Com

• 12th Commerce/Equivalent

BA

• 12th Pass

MBA

• Graduation
• AMU MBA Entrance

MBBS

• NEET Qualified

Approximate Annual Fees

Fees vary by programme and may include hostel or other charges. Refer to the current admission guide for exact amounts.

Hostel Fees

Approximate:

• Hostel: ₹3,000–10,000 per year
• Mess: ₹2,500–4,500 per month

(Varies by hostel.)

Placements

Placement opportunities are strongest in Engineering, MBA, Computer Science, Law, and some Science programmes.

Highest Package

• Around ₹40–60 LPA (off-campus and select campus offers, depending on year and programme)

Average Packages

Packages vary significantly by department, skills, internships, and recruiting year.

Top Recruiters

• Microsoft
• Google
• Amazon
• Deloitte
• TCS
• Infosys
• Wipro
• Accenture
• HCL
• IBM
• Cognizant
• ICICI Bank
• HDFC Bank

Teachers (Faculty)

AMU has hundreds of professors and associate professors across its departments. Faculty differs by course, so there isn’t a single list for the entire university.

Examples of departments include:

• Computer Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Management Studies
• Commerce
• Law
• Medicine
• Journalism
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Mathematics

You can view department-wise faculty profiles on the university website. AMU Faculty & Departments

Scholarships

Students may be eligible for:

• Central Government Scholarships
• State Scholarships
• Minority Scholarships (where applicable)
• Merit Scholarships
• Financial Assistance from AMU

Campus Facilities

• Central Library
• Smart Classrooms
• Modern Laboratories
• Wi-Fi Campus
• Sports Complex
• Cricket Ground
• Indoor Stadium
• Medical Hospital
• Banks
• Cafeterias
• Hostels
• Auditorium
• Placement Cell

Why Choose AMU?

Advantages

• Very affordable fees
• Strong academic reputation
• Large alumni network
• Excellent campus environment
• Government-funded university
• Good placement opportunities in several professional courses
• Wide range of programmes

Things to Consider

• Admission is competitive.
• Placements vary by department; professional courses generally have stronger outcomes.
• Some programmes require separate entrance tests in addition to national exams.

Best Courses at AMU

Rank	Course	Career Prospects
	MBBS	Excellent
	B.Tech (Computer Science)	Excellent
	MBA	Excellent
☆	MCA	Very Good
☆	BA LLB	Very Good
☆	B.Com (Hons)	Very Good
☆	B.Sc	Very Good
☆	Journalism & Mass Communication	Very Good

If you’re interested in a specific course (such as B.Tech CSE, MBA, Mass Communication, B.Com, or BA), I can provide a detailed report covering the syllabus, exact fee structure, cutoffs, entrance exam pattern, faculty, placements, hostel details, and career opportunities for that programme.