Aligarh Muslim University – [AMU], Aligarh Overview Overview

The AMU admission process is fully online for all courses. Admissions are based on scores obtained in entrance examinations followed by counseling conducted by the university. Candidates applying for AMU Admissions 2025 can follow the steps outlined below:

Step 1: Application Form/Registration

Candidates must register for the desired program on the official AMU admission portal at amucontrollerexams.com by paying an application fee of INR 700 for most courses.

Step 2: Appear for the Entrance Examination

Admissions to AMU courses are based on scores from national-level examinations such as CUET, NATA, GATE, etc., or the university's entrance examination (AMUEE). Candidates must appear for the respective entrance examination according to their chosen courses.

Step 3: Counselling

AMU releases various Firm Lists/Merit Lists for all courses based on entrance examination scores. The university then conducts a counseling session for candidates listed in the Firm List/Merit List for seat allocation. During counseling, candidates can either block their seats to confirm admission or wait for the next round of counseling for their desired specialization.

Step 4: Physical Reporting and Submission of Admission Fee

Candidates who have accepted or blocked their seats during counseling must report physically to the allocated department or institute with the required documents. Admission is confirmed upon submission of all documents and the admission fee.

AMU Entrance Exam (AMUEE)

Aligarh Muslim University conducts its own entrance exam (AMUEE) for admission to most of its courses. Additionally, the university conducts an engineering entrance exam (AMUEEE) for admission to BTech, B.Arch, and M.Tech programs. AMUEE is typically held in May each year. For the 2025 admissions, only those students who qualify for the AMU Entrance Exam will be considered. The exam is conducted once a year at the university level, and the test paper is in English and consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The total duration of the exam is 2 hours.

After qualifying for the entrance exam, candidates must undergo a counseling process, which will commence after the announcement of the AMU admission test results. Counseling will be conducted independently based on the candidates’ rankings.

AMU Exam Controller

The AMU Controller of Examinations oversees the administration of admission tests, end-semester exams, and other university examinations. The official website, www.amucontrollerexams.com, provides students with comprehensive information regarding admission tests, counseling, results, and end-semester or annual examinations. Students can visit the website to fill out examination forms, apply for admissions, and register for counseling. All examination-related notifications and updates are also announced on the AMU Exam Controller’s website.

AMU Distance Education

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) offers distance education through its Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE). AMU CDOE provides a range of UG, PG, and Diploma courses via distance learning. Admissions to these courses are based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination, as the university does not conduct entrance exams for distance education. Interested candidates can complete their application process either online or offline by visiting the official website of the AMU Centre for Distance Education.

AMU Aligarh Placements 2023

As per the AMU Engineering and Management NIRF reports 2024, the median package for AMU BTech and MBA placements in 2023 was INR 6 LPA and INR 5.26 LPA, respectively. The placement rates for BTech and MBA were 82% and 84%, respectively.

Additionally, in the 2023 campus placement drive, 5 students from the Faculties of Science, Life Science, Commerce, and Engineering were selected by IB Global Academy, Gurugram as faculty members. The highest package for AMU MBA placements in 2023 was INR 14 LPA.

Previously, media reports indicated that 11 BTech students were placed during AMU placements 2022, with the highest package being INR 21 LPA. Top recruiters in 2022 included Forbes Marshall, Publicis Sapient, and Ramboll India.

AMU Result

AMU conducts examinations for its courses in May and June each year, with results typically released 45 days after the exams on their official website. Students can access their results by entering their registration numbers and passwords.

How to Check AMU Result?

To assist students in accessing their results, follow the step-by-step process below:

1. Visit the official AMU website.
2. Navigate to the 'Result' tab on the homepage.
3. A list of exams will appear; click on the desired results.
4. Enter your roll number and date of birth to choose the exam name, results, and course.
5. The exam results will be displayed on your screen.
6. Download the result for future reference.

Scholarships at AMU

The university offers a number of scholarships to students to help them pay their tuition. These scholarships are available to students who are financially disadvantaged. Aside from that, students can apply for various scholarships offered by the state and federal governments. We have listed some of the university's scholarships below.

AMU Campus Life & Facilities

The AMU campus spans 467.6 hectares (1,155 acres) in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, with off-campus locations in Murshidabad (West Bengal), Mallapuram (Kerala), and Kishanganj (Bihar). The university also includes one primary school, seven high schools (including one for the visually challenged), and two senior secondary schools for boys and girls. AMU has a rich tradition in sports, with notable achievements in skating and riding, and it is possibly the only university in India with a Riding Club. The campus also features a cricket ground, Willingdon Pavilion, a synthetic hockey ground, and a park named Gulastan-e-Syed.

AMU Facilities

AMU’s campus is equipped with modern facilities, including:

• Halls of Residence: There are 19 halls (13 for boys and 6 for girls) with 80 hostels, named after notable figures associated with the Aligarh Movement and the university. Sir Syed Hall, the oldest, includes heritage buildings like Strachey Hall, Mushtaq Manzil, Asman Manzil, Nizam Museum, Lytton Library, Victoria Gate, and Jama Masjid.

• Computing Facilities: The university provides state-of-the-art computer facilities, including advanced systems and fast internet connections.

• Cultural Education Center: This center supports cultural and educational activities within the campus and the broader community.

• Guest House: AMU offers high-quality hospitality services to ensure guest satisfaction, with professional service delivery by a dynamic team.

• M.A. Library: The central library is renowned for its extensive collection of books, manuscripts, and artifacts, holding over 1.4 million volumes and subscribing to various research journals and databases.

• Sports Facilities: The university has a dedicated Games Committee known for its athletes' excellent performance in various sports events. It consists of 15 main clubs and sub-clubs, including a riding squad and separate fields for hockey, cricket, and more.

• Hostels: AMU features 26 halls and 69 hostels, fostering a unique residential environment where students and staff live together on campus. This diversity reflects India’s multiracial, multilingual, and multi-religious character, with Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians studying and residing together.

Schools and Colleges at AMU

Many schools and colleges are in the grip of AMU. When you look through the list, you will realise the power of the Aligarh Muslim University's shadow.

• Senior Secondary School (Boys/Girls)
• S. T. High School (Minto Circle)
• Women's College
• Ahmadi School for Blind
• City High School
• University Schools
• Abdullah Girls High School

Inter-departmental research centers

• Centre for West Asian Studies
• Interdisciplinary Biotechnology Unit
• Centre for Comparative Study of Indian Languages & Culture
• Centre of Excellence in Material Science/Nanotechnology (Soon to be established)

Notable AMU Aligarh Alumni

AMU is home to world-renowned individuals. There are many alumni working in top positions all over the world. Some of the university's most prominent alumni are listed below.

• K.N. Panicker: Former Indian Ambassador to China and Founder Editor of Hindustan Times.
• Prof. Noorul Hasan is the former Education Minister of India.
• Mohammad Hamid Ansari is India's 12th Vice President.
• Zakir Hussain: An Indian economist and politician who served as the country's third president.
• Prof. Satish Chandra: Former Chairman of the University Grants Commission.
• Former Indian Ambassador to Syria, Prof. K.A. Nizami