Allahabad University M.Sc Admission 2026: Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, and Placements

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Gaurav Sahu | Sep 29, 2025

Gaurav Sahu

Updated on - Sep 29, 2025

Allahabad University MSc Fees & Courses List

Specialization	Duration	Tuition Fees
M.Sc (Computer Science)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Chemistry)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Psychology)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc. (Physics)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc. (Mathematics)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Zoology)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc ( Biochemistry)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Botany)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Statistics)	2 Years	₹2,600
[M.Sc.] (Agriculture Science)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc ( Anthropology)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Applied Geology)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Defence & strategic studies)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Food Technology)	2 Years	₹3,000
[M.Sc.] (Geography)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Material Sciences)	2 Years	₹2,600
M.Sc (Nutritional Science)	2 Years	₹3,000

Allahabad University MSc Course Highlights

Course Name	MSc
Course Level	Masters Program
Duration	2 Years
Average Fees	₹ 2,647
Mode	Offline

Allahabad University MSc Eligibility

Educational Qualification	Required Eligibility
Completed Bachelors	50 %

The M.Sc program at Allahabad University spans two years and provides advanced, research-oriented education in disciplines such as Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Zoology, and Computer Science. Students gain hands-on experience in modern labs and access guidance from expert faculty.

Admissions for 2026 rely primarily on PGAT, with CUET PG as an alternative if seats remain vacant. This ensures candidates with a B.Sc background secure merit-based admission to a central university with a legacy since 1887. Total fees start at INR 2,647, making the program highly accessible.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: B.Sc in the relevant subject from a UGC-recognized university.
Minimum Marks: 50% for general; 45% for OBC/SC/ST.
Subject-Specific Requirements: For M.Sc Chemistry, prior coursework in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics; similar prerequisites apply for other subjects.
Age Limit: No upper age bar, but gaps exceeding three years require justification.
Reservation Policy: OBC 27%, SC 15%, ST 7.5%, PwD 5%, EWS 10%.

Admission Process 2026

Registration: Online via aupravesh2025.cbtexam.in or allduniv.ac.in in April 2025.
Entrance Exam: PGAT for conventional subjects; CUET PG for vacant seats.
Result Declaration: July 2025, via university portal.
Counseling & Fee Payment: Online through Samarth Portal with document verification.
Documents Required: B.Sc mark sheet, ID proof, category certificate (if applicable).

Fees Structure 2025

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	2,000
Lab Fee	300
Library Deposit	200
Examination Fee	147
Total	2,647

Hostel fees and mess charges are extra (approx. INR 5,000 per semester). Economically weaker students may apply for fee waivers.

Cutoff 2025

PGAT-based cutoff for M.Sc 2025 ranged 105–168 marks for the general category. Reserved categories received relaxations.

Specialization	General	OBC	SC/ST
Botany	105-120	95-110	80-95
Chemistry	130-145	120-135	105-120
Physics	140-155	130-145	115-130
Zoology	150-168	140-155	125-140

Cutoffs may increase by 5–10 marks in 2026 depending on applicant volume.

Entrance Exam

Exam Name: PGAT (primary), CUET PG (secondary)
Pattern: 2 hours, 150 MCQs; 50 general awareness, 100 subject-specific; negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer.
Preparation Tips: Review B.Sc syllabus, previous papers on allduniv.ac.in; target 120+ for safe admission.
Admit Card: Download from aupravesh2025.cbtexam.in one week before exam.

Specializations

Core Subjects: Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology
Duration & Credits: 2 years, 80–100 credits including dissertation
Unique Features: Access to central labs; electives in emerging fields like nanotechnology

Syllabus Overview

Semester 1: Advanced mathematics, foundational lab work
Semester 2: Specialization-specific modules, e.g., plant physiology (Botany)
Semesters 3–4: Advanced topics, seminars, thesis submission (20 credits)
Assessment: 70% end-sem exams, 30% internal evaluation including viva and assignments

Full syllabus available on allduniv.ac.in under the academic section.

Placement & Career Opportunities

2024 Data: 1,697 PG students placed, median package INR 7.1 LPA
Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, government labs, research institutes
Career Roles: Lab scientist, research analyst, academic faculty, industry researcher

Rankings

Body	Category	Rank 2024
NIRF	University	201/300
IIRF	Overall	27/50
India Today	Overall	15

M.Sc programs benefit from strong research output and faculty expertise.

Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount (INR)
Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship	NET-qualified	8,000/month + HRA
UGC Scholarship	JRF holders	12,000 JRF; 14,000 SRF
Merit Cum Means	Top 10% in PGAT	5,000/year

Priority for economically backward students.

Faculty

Members: 310 faculty across departments
Student-Faculty Ratio: 1:55
Expertise: PhDs, publications in Scopus-indexed journals
Notable Faculty: Prof. Sangita Srivastava, leading interdisciplinary projects

Facilities

Labs: Central lab with spectrometers, microscopes, and high-speed internet
Library: 7.5 lakh resources including journals and e-books
Hostels: Accommodation for 3,000 students; separate for males and females
Other Amenities: Sports complex, medical center, canteens

Results

Declared on allduniv.ac.in/result
Revaluation: Within 15 days; fee INR 500 per paper
Marksheets issued from university office post-results

Affiliated Colleges

11 colleges offer M.Sc under Allahabad University curriculum
Examples: Ewing Christian College (Botany), CMP Degree College (Chemistry)
Fees: INR 7,000–40,000/year depending on college

Alumni

Scientists and researchers contributing to environmental science, pharmaceuticals, and academia
Notable Alumni: Fali S. Nariman (related fields), plus numerous academic and government lab professionals

Why Choose Allahabad University M.Sc?

Research exposure through PGAT-linked projects
Affordable education and low fees
Legacy central university since 1887
Strong placement network and interdisciplinary learning
Ideal foundation for PhD or industry research careers

Other Courses Offered by Allahabad University

Course	Duration	Average Fees
MBA	2 Years	₹29,050
MCA	2 Years	₹4,490
MA	2 Years	₹2,600
MTech	2 Years	₹6,300
LLM	2 Years	₹2,000
M.Com	2 Years	₹3,000
M.Phil	1 Year	--
MFA	2 Years	₹2,600
M.P.Ed	2 Years	--