Quick Summary
Aligarh Muslim University is a public central university founded in 1875, located in Aligarh, India. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32000 students including 2.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Modern Languages, Chemistry, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
AMU offers a unique blend of traditional values and modern scientific education, one of the most prestigious alumni networks in South Asia, and highly affordable high-quality education.
Subject Strengths
Modern LanguagesChemistryMathematicsLife SciencesMedicine
Founded1875
TypePublic Central University
Total Students32000
Intl Students2.5%
Faculty Ratio11.5
CampusResidential
Campus Size1155 acres
Affiliated HospitalsJawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Dr. Ziauddin Ahmad Dental College
AccreditationNAAC (A+ Grade)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Diploma,Certificate
Programs
Biotechnology,Interdisciplinary Brain Research,West Asian Studies,Theology,Mechanical Engineering
PhD Programs
Bachelor of Commerce,Master of Arts in History,Master of Arts in Political Science
Online Programs
Interdisciplinary Biotechnology Unit,Remote Sensing and GIS Applications,Centre for Advanced Study in History
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC (A+ Grade)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8.5%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPA6.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-03-15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the AMU Entrance Exam syllabus specifically. For B.Tech, AMUEEE is mandatory. For general courses, CUET-UG scores are increasingly utilized.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹29,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹150,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹41,500/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$12
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹191,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Diploma,Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Tech | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MBA | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| LL.B | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| B.Sc Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with TCSWiproICICI Bankand various PSUs.
Notable Alumni
Zakir Husain, Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, Naseeruddin Shah, Javed Akhtar
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Pavilion, Synthetic Hockey Turf, Riding Club, Swimming Pool, Indoor Stadium
Student Clubs
AMU Drama Club, Literary Club, Debating Society, Eco Club
Library Resources
Maulana Azad Library (one of the largest in Asia with over 1.4 million books)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available