Allahabad University: Admission 2025, Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Placement, Ranking

Compare
Gaurav Sahu Gaurav Sahu | Dec 1, 2025

Latest Update for Allahabad University

  • 2025-11-18

    The GATE 2026 branch-wise exam schedule for all 30 papers has been released, with exams set for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. Computer Science (CS) and Civil Engineering (CE) will be held in two shifts, while all other papers will be conducted in a single shift. The admit cards will be available from January 2, 2026.

  • 2025-11-14

    The GATE 2026 mock test has been released for all papers at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The GATE 2026 will be held on February 7, 8, 14 and 15, with admit cards available from January 2, 2026.

  • 2025-10-08

    Instructions for PG Students Enrolled in Shyamji Krishna Varma Men's Hostel - All postgraduate students admitted to the Shyamji Krishna Varma Men's Hostel must adhere to the established guidelines for the admission process. Comprehensive details about the procedure, required paperwork, and additional pertinent information will be shared to facilitate a seamless transition into the hostel.

Gaurav Sahu
Gaurav Sahu

Updated on - Dec 1, 2025

University of Allahabad, also known as AU, was established in 1857 and is located in Prayagraj. It is well known for its professional courses such as BCA, MCA, B.Voc, and others. With specialized faculty members across four major faculties—Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law. AU Allahabad overall stands at 201 out of 300 colleges in the NIRF for 2024.

For the admission of 2025 at Allahabad University, students can opt for the courses in BBA, B.Com, B.C.A, BA, BSc, LLB, and many more such courses. Entry to undergraduate courses is through CUET-UG, while PGAT and CRET are required for postgraduate and PhD programs. 

In recent years, the placement record of Prayagraj University has improved, especially in professional and vocational programs. According to the NIRF report submitted by Allahabad University, a total of 1969 students were placed in the year 2024 in the undergraduate program with having INR 6.96 LPA as a median package. Numerous top companies like TCS, Infosys, and many more have come to the campus, offering placements to the students.

Allahabad University Highlights

Particulars Highlights
Admission Criteria Entrance-based (CUET-UG, PGAT, CRET, etc.)
Establishment Year 1857
College Type Central Government
Courses Offered Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Diploma
No of Affiliated Colleges 11
Campus Type Urban
NAAC Accreditation B++
Hostel Facility Available for both boys and girls
Official Website allduniv.ac.in 

Allahabad University Courses & Fees

Allahabad University courses and fees vary for UG and PG courses with a 3-4 year and 1-2 year course duration respectively in Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, and Professional Studies. The eligibility and criteria for selection in the Allahabad University fees structure  are listed below:

Courses Total Fees Eligibility & Selection Criteria
MBA INR 2,70,000 Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in PGAT.
MCA INR 2,70,000 Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in PGAT/ CUET PG.
M.Tech INR 6,300 Eligibility: B.Tech degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in GATE/ PGAT.
B.Tech INR 2,45,000 Eligibility: 10+2 in the PCM stream from a recognized board
Selection Criteria: Candidates must have a valid score in the JEE Main
BCA INR 3,30,000 Eligibility: 10+2 (with Maths) from a recognized board with an aggregate of 45%.
Selection Criteria:  Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
B.com INR 4,000 to INR 59,800 Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent
Selection Criteria: Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
BSc INR 5,200 to INR 60,000 Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent
Selection Criteria:  Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
LLB INR 3,632 Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent
Selection Criteria:  Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
BA  INR 1,800 to INR 1.1 Lakhs Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent
Selection Criteria:  Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
BFA INR 15,035 Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognized board.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in CUET UG.
B.Voc INR 1,85,000 Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognized board with an aggregate of 45%.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in CUET UG.
B.P.Ed INR 18,430 Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent
Selection Criteria:  Candidates must qualify CUET-UG Entrance exam.
MA INR 9,700 to INR 40,000 Eligibility: BA degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in PGAT/ CUET PG.
MCom INR 16,000 to INR 24,000 Eligibility: B.Com degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in PGAT/ CUET PG.
MSc INR 40,000 Eligibility: B.Sc degree from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: Valid score in PGAT/ CUET PG.

Allahabad University Admission 

Allahabad University admission 2025 for programs such as BA, B.Ed, B.Sc, MBA, LLM, and others will be conducted online through the Allahabad University Samarth Portal. Eligible candidates must complete the Allahabad University registration 2025 using their valid login credentials. Admissions are primarily based on scores obtained in the qualifying examination and the Allahabad University Entrance Exam 2025, which is mandatory for most undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Students must know about these exams as they are important for Allahabad University admission:

For UG (CUET-UG)

  • For Allahabad University UG admission 2025, students must have to get a qualifying score in the CUET-UG entrance exam. 
  • Admission in the B.Tech at AU is based on the ranks in the entrance examination conducted by NTA (IIT-JEE Mains/Advance) and counselling by JoSSA/CSAB.
  • Once the result is declared. The Allahabad of University releases its merit/cut-off list for the different programs.
  • If your score falls within the released cut-off list, you are eligible for counseling.
  • Samarth Portal Allahabad University registration is required by students for online counseling through ecounseling.in by uploading the required documents and details.
  • After that, pay the fees, and your admission is done.

For PG (AU PGAT)

  • For Allahabad University PG admission 2025 in the Allahabad University PG courses like MBA, MCA, M.Com, and others, you have to score good marks in the PGAT entrance test conducted by the university.
  • The PGAT-1 exam for the conventional PG course(like LL.B., M.Com, LL.M., MA, MSc) is available in both offline and online mode, but the PGAT-2 exam for the non-conventional PG course(M.Ed, MBA, MCA) is conducted only in online mode.
  • The student must register at aupravesh2025 to appear in the exam or to download their Allahabad University admit card.
  • If the seats are vacant, they also accept admission through the GATE and CUET-PG. 

CRET Entrance Test

  • The students seeking admission to the PhD programs have to pass the CRET entrance exam conducted by the AU.
  • Students who have already qualified for the NET/JRF are also required to appear in CRET Level-1 & Level-2 examinations. 
  • The online registration is available at aupravesh2024.cbtexam.in or visit the link on the University's website allduniv.ac.in 

Allahabad University Cutoff 2025

Allahabad University Cutoff 2025 is released for CUET AU admission 2025. 60-218  is the cutoff for admission in the PG Course. While for the AU cut off Bcom is 457. Below is the CUET AU cutoff  2025 for various courses:

Allahabad University UG Cutoff 2025 (Released)

Allahabad University UG Cutoff 2025  has been released. Allahabad University cut off BA is 463 marks. Below is the list of the  Allahabad University cut off CUET for UG courses  for general category:

Courses CUET UG Cutoff 2025 (For General)
B.com 457
B.Sc 450-519.28
BCA 455
BA.LL.B (Hons.) 555 
BA  463
BBA & MBA (FYIP) 490.74

Allahabad University PG Cutoff 2025 (Released)

Allahabad University PG Cutoff 2025 is released on the official website. The minimum CUET AU cutoff 2025 is 68 in the MA in Urdu. The detailed Allahabad University cut off pg 2025 across different courses for general category is given below:

Courses Cutoff 2025 (For General)
MA 68 – 127.3
MA/M.Sc (Combined Degrees) 74.1 – 144
M.Sc 105 – 168
M.Com 146
LL.B (Hons.) 165.3
LL.M 195
MCA 158
M.Ed 150
MDS (Development Studies) 71
MFA 184
MP.Ed (Physical Education) 180
MPA 112 – 218
M.Tech 89 – 132
M.Voc (Media Studies) 80

Allahabad University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 (Released)

Allahabad University JEE Main cutoff 2025 for its flagship engineering programs has been officially released. Allahabad University offers BTech courses through the J. K. Institute of Applied Physics and Technology, Allahabad University. Admission to its BTech programs is conducted via JoSAA 2025 counselling, and candidates must qualify JEE Main for seat allocation. The closing ranks for BTech admission at JK Institute of Applied Physics and Technology are as follows:

Course JEE Main 2025 Closing Rank for General (Open) Category
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering 49,977
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering 64,472

Allahabad University Affiliated Colleges

The University of Allahabad has a total of 11 affiliated and constituent colleges that offer various courses for the UG, PG, and other professional courses. These colleges follow the policy, syllabus, and admission process of the University, but work independently. Some of the popular Allahabad University affiliated colleges are:

College Courses Avg Fees
Allahabad Degree College BA, B.Com, B.Sc, MA, M.Com, M.Sc, LLB Approx. INR 1,300–INR 24,000 per year (varies by course)
Chowdhary Mahadev Prasad Degree College (CMP Degree College) BA, B.Com, B.Sc, LLB, MA, M.Com, M.Sc Approx. INR 3,000 to INR 2,50,000  per year
Ewing Christian College (ECC) BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BVoc, MA, M.Sc Approx. INR 7,000-40,000 per year 
Iswar Saran Degree College BA, B.Com, B.Sc, MA, M.Com Approx. INR 3,000-30,000 per year 

Allahabad University Result 

Allahabad University announced the results for UG and PG semester examinations on their official site (allduniv.ac.in result 2025). Students can collect their marksheets directly from the university office. To stay informed about admissions, entrance exams, and result updates, students are advised to regularly visit the official website of Allahabad University. The university usually conducts entrance exams for various courses in the last week of May or June each year. Admissions to different programs are based on the scores obtained in these entrance tests. 

Allahabad University results for UG and PGAT (Postgraduate Admission Test) are typically announced in July on the university's official portal. Other entrance exam results, such as LAT (Law Admission Test), LFAT (Law Faculty Admission Test), and CRET (Combined Research Entrance Test), are also declared a few days after the exams. Colleges affiliated with Allahabad University follow the same admission process, where selection is based on performance in the respective entrance tests conducted by the university.

How to Check the Result

The result of semester exams for the UG and PG can be checked by following the steps below:

  • Visit the official Allahabad University website.
  • Look for the “Student” section on the homepage.
  • Click on the result option.
  • Now, click on the relevant link for your course or exam, such as BA LLB, LLB, PGAT, etc.
  • Enter your roll number and password ( Enrollment No.) as required.
  • Submit the details and wait for your result to appear on the screen.
  • Download and save the result for future reference.
  • You can also take a printout of the result if needed.

Allahabad University Ranking

The University of Allahabad excels in specific disciplines like Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and Environmental Science, with top 50% global rankings in 88 research topics. Its consistent recognition in national rankings (NIRF, India Today, IIRF) and international rankings (QS, US News) underscores its academic legacy and research contributions. The university is accredited with a B++ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), affirming its academic and infrastructural quality. Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as a Central University. Some of the Allahabad University rankings are listed below:

Name Category Ranking 2024
NIRF Ranking B.Tech 201 out of 300
NIRF Ranking MBA 101 out of 125
IIRF Ranking Overall 27 out of 50
India Today Ranking Overall 15 out of 44
QS Ranking Overall 90 out of 100

Allahabad University Placements

Allahabad University's placement record has improved in the past few years. They are focusing on bringing more opportunities for the students by collaborating with top firms like Infosys, TCS, Accenture India, Axis Classes Pvt. Ltd., Federal Bank Ltd., and many more. As per the latest NIRF report submitted by Allahabad University, here is the table showing the record of Allahabad University placements:

Course Number of Students Placed Median Package in 2024
Undergraduate 1969 INR 6.96 LPA
Post-Graduate 1697  INR 7.1 LPA

Allahabad University Campus 

Allahabad University campus spans approximately 232 acres, offering a blend of colonial-era architecture, modern facilities, and green spaces. The main campus was situated at the center of the city. The university campus offers hostels for both boys and girls, with a well-equipped library and laboratories. The university promotes a healthy life balance by having healthcare centers and counseling centers, and they also encourage sports through their Athletic Association. Below are some key features of the Allahabad University campus:

Academic Infrastructure

  • A historic central library with over 7.5 lakh books, journals, and digital resources, including access to e-journals and research databases.
  • The university has four faculties—Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law—spread across 33 academic departments and 3 institutes.
  • Advanced labs for science and technology programs, including computer labs with high-speed internet and specialized research facilities.
  • Equipped with modern teaching aids like projectors and smart boards in lecture halls and seminar rooms.

Administrative and Cultural Landmarks

  • Senate Hall: A grand, heritage building used for convocations and major events, showcasing colonial architecture.
  • Administrative Block: Centralized hub for university operations, including the registrar’s office and examination cell.
  • Cultural Venues: The campus hosts auditoriums and open spaces for cultural events, festivals, and student activities, such as the annual fest “AURA.”

Hostels and Residential Facilities

  • The University of Allahabad provides separate hostels for male and female students, with a total of 13 hostels. Each hostel offers basic amenities like Wi-Fi, mess facilities, and recreational areas.
  • Accommodates over 3,000 students, with priority for outstation students.
  • Residential facilities for faculty and staff are available on campus, fostering a close-knit academic community.

Sports and Recreation

  • The campus includes a sports complex with grounds for cricket, football, hockey, and athletics, as well as indoor facilities for badminton, table tennis, and a gymnasium.
  • Active units for the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) promote leadership and community service.

Other Amenities

  • Campus-wide Wi-Fi supports academic and research activities.
  • Multiple canteens and a central mess provide affordable food options for students and staff.
  • A medical center with basic healthcare facilities and tie-ups with nearby hospitals for emergencies.
  • On-campus banking facilities and ATMs for convenience.
  • Guest Houses are available for visiting faculty, parents, and dignitaries.

Campus Life

  • Cultural and Academic Events: The campus is vibrant with student-led activities, including debates, seminars, and cultural fests. The University of Allahabad is known for its rich legacy of producing notable alumni, such as former Prime Ministers Chandra Shekhar and V.P. Singh.
  • Student Organizations: Various societies, like the Literary Society, Drama Club, and Science Club, encourage extracurricular engagement.

Allahabad University Scholarships

Allahabad University offers several scholarships to support students who do well in academics, sports, arts, or literature. These are usually based on marks in exams like 10+2 or graduation, entrance test scores, or special talents. Here are some Allahabad University scholarships:

Name of The Scholarship Eligibility Scholarship Amount
Krishnawanti & Manohar Lal Memorial Award Meritious St INR 25000
UGC Scholarship NET Exam (For Research Scholar) INR 12000/- JRF 14000/- Srf + 15% HRA + 10000/- (12000/- For Science) Contingency
Jawahar Bhawan Trust Scholarship PGudent For Research Scholar INR 1000/-
Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship Meritious Student Selected By The Department. (For Research Scholar) INR 8000/- JRF + 15% HRA + 10000/- (12000/- For Science) Contingency
GATE Scholarship Btech & Mtech INR 5000/-
Merit Cum Means On Merit Basis for Everyone INR 5000/- Per Year

Allahabad University Alumni

Allahabad University has produced a long list of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to public life, literature, politics, and media. Some notable Allahabad University alumni are:

University of Allahabad Notable Alumni Designation
V. P. Singh Former Prime Minister of India
Harivansh Rai Bachchan Poet and Father of Amitabh Bachchan
Fali S. Nariman Senior Advocate, Supreme Court
Rewati Raman Singh Senior Politician
Shatrughan Sinha Actor and Politician

Why Choose Allahabad University?

There are many reasons to opt for Allahabad University, from academic to cultural. The university has maintained a fine record over the years. Some key reasons are:

  • The affordable fees.
  • A good ranking in the NIRF and India Today Ranking
  • The university provides a range of courses for UG and PG.
  • The notable alumni of the university.
  • The robust infrastructure and facilities of the college. 
  • The seminar and cultural program break the students' thought process limitations

Allahabad University Highlights

Institution Type Public
Faculty Student Ratio 1:55
Total Faculty 310
Year of Establishment 1887
Genders Accepted Co-Ed
Student Enrollment 27000+ (UG+PG+Doctoral)
Total Area (In Acre) 322.04
Construction Area (Sq. M) 232.261
Website http://www.allduniv.ac.in
Accredited by NAAC-A

Allahabad University Courses & Fees 2025

Course Average Fees Duration Action
BTech ₹7,280 4 Years
MBA ₹29,050 2 Years
MCA ₹4,490 2 Years
B.P.Ed ₹18,430 2 Years
BA ₹2,982 3 Years
BCA ₹3,60,000 3 Years
BSc ₹2,982 3 Years
MSc ₹2,647 2 Years
LLB ₹3,632 3 Years
BCom ₹2,532 3 Years

Allahabad University Courses and Fee Structure

Filter By:
  • +11 More

Courses offered by Allahabad University

B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology]

Offline On Campus

Exams Accepted: JEE Main

₹ 7,280 (4 Years)

Exams Accepted: JEE Main

₹ 29,050 (2 Years)

₹ 4,490 (2 Years)

₹ 18,430 (2 Years)

BA [Bachelor of Arts]

Offline On Campus

₹ 2,982 (3 Years)

₹ 3,60,000 (3 Years)

BSc [Bachelor of Science]

Offline On Campus

₹ 2,982 (3 Years)

LLB [Bachelor of Law]

Offline On Campus

₹ 3,632 (3 Years)

₹ 2,532 (3 Years)

₹ 6,300 (2 Years)

LLM [Master of Laws]

Offline On Campus

₹ 2,000 (2 Years)

₹ 3,000 (2 Years)

MFA [Master of Fine Arts]

Offline On Campus

₹ 2,600 (2 Years)

₹ 15,035 (4 Years)

Exams Accepted by Allahabad University

GATE

Exam Date: Feb 01, 2025

Result Date: Mar 19, 2025

FAQs on Allahabad University

Q: Is the Allahabad University UGC recognized?

A:

Allahabad University is approved by UGC, recognised by MHRD and accredited by NAAC-A.

Q: Which courses are offered at Allahabad University?

A:

Allahabad University offers various UG courses like B.Ed, B.Sc, BA, LLB, BA LLB (Hons.), BFA, BPA and B.Com; PG courses like M.Sc, MA, MPA, MCA, LLM, M.Com, MBA, MBA (Rural Development), MFA and many more. The University also provides Doctorate of Philosophy in a variety of disciplines.

Q: How are the placements at Allahabad University?

A:

The Allahabad University provides good placements for all the courses through the training and placement cell which provides training, internship, and placements for the students in some of the good companies.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria for UG courses at Allahabad University?

A:

For admission to any of the Bachelor’s programmes at Allahabad University the applicant must be 10+2 qualified in relevant stream from UP Board/ CBSE/ ICSE or equivalent with a qualifying percentile and needs to appear for the Entrance Examination and secure a qualifying score.

Q: What are the specializations under MPA at Allahabad University?

A:

The Allahabad University provides three disciplines under the Master of Performing Arts which includes Vocal, Sitar and Tabla for a duration of three to five years.

Q: Is Allahabad University a good place to study?

A:

Yes, Allahabad University is a respected central university with experienced faculty and a strong academic legacy, though infrastructure and facilities may vary by department.

Q: Is studying in the Allahabad University-affiliated college similar to studying on the main campus?

A:

Not entirely. The Allahabad University main campus often has better faculty and facilities. Affiliated colleges vary in quality, so experience depends on the specific college you attend.

Q: How does Allahabad University compare to Banaras Hindu University?

A:

BHU generally has better infrastructure, national rankings, and research output, but Allahabad University holds historical significance and offers solid academics in the arts and humanities.

Q: Is getting admission in Allahabad University tough?

A:

Allahabad University admission can be competitive, especially for popular courses. You’ll need to clear entrance exams like CUET with good scores to secure a seat.

Q: Is the Allahabad University worth it for a BA course?

A:

Yes, especially for the humanities.  Allahabad University has a rich academic environment, but your experience may depend on department quality and personal involvement in studies.

Allahabad University Reviews

Overall Rating

3.6

Verified

Distribution of Rating

>4-5 star

8

>3-4 star

18

>2-3 star

7

1-2 star

2

Academics & Faculty

3.9

Fees & Scholarships

3.9

Placements & Internships

3.3

College Infrastructure & Hostel Facilities

3.7

Clubs & Associations

3.5

Verified
Dubeytapashya509 Batch 2023 B.Com [Bachelor of Commerce]
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2022

Entrance Exams & Admissions : 1: Eligibility criteria was 12th pass. They need some documents to verify and the students must not cross the age limit of 24 years for BCom. 2: 172 was the highest cut off to qualify for general categories student.

Verified
Sam302021 Batch 2023 BA Political Science
3.8
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
3.5 Placements
4 Fees
4.5 Academics
4 Infrastructure
3 Campus

Placements & Internships : The alumni network consists of few of the most notable personalities. It has given gems like Manoj Muntashir ( famous Bollywood lyrical) , Govind Vallabh pant ( First chief minister of Uttar Pradesh) , Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya ( Founder of B

Read More

Verified
Amaira Singh Batch 2020 B.Com [Bachelor of Commerce]
2.8
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
3.5 Placements
2.5 Fees
2.5 Academics
3 Infrastructure
2.5 Campus

Placements & Internships : The lowest packages after placements in good companies are minimum 9 LPA and the highest package was 42 LPA.

Entrance Exams & Admissions : It is very difficult to take admissions here, because of the high cut-off. Students with good entrance ran

Read More

Verified
Aditya Thakur Batch 2020 BSc [Bachelor of Science]
5
Reviewed on Jul 01, 2020
5 Placements
5 Fees
5 Academics
5 Infrastructure
5 Campus

Placements & Internships : Allahabad University is also called the oxford of the east. The system of science labs and internships is very aggressive. Here you are also prepared for UPSC Ias. Best exam in the India

Entrance Exams & Admissions : Eligibility is 12 Pass or Ad

Read More

Verified
Jyoti Yadav Batch 2019 BSc [Bachelor of Science]
3.9
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2019
3.5 Placements
5 Fees
5 Academics
3.5 Infrastructure
2.5 Campus

Placements & Internships : I am a student and in au, there is no placement but the study is well so I suggest you come to our university, it is also called the east of oxford.

Entrance Exams & Admissions : For entrance exams for bsc bio, you should study from NCERT books

Read More

View All Reviews

Gallery View All

Contact Details

Contact Us

Similar Arts Colleges View All

Explore Nearby Colleges View All

Related Articles

Loading...