Allahabad University: Admission 2026, Fees, Courses, Cutoffs, Placements and Ranking

Candidates can refer to the below table for Allahabad University BA LLB (Hons) highlights:

• Great Legacy & Faculty: Allahabad University ("Oxford of the East") features a highly experienced law faculty.
• Judiciary & Civil Services: Its BA LLB (Hons) curriculum is focused on theoretical legal concepts, which is ideal for students aiming to crack competitive exams like Judicial Services or Civil Services.
• Affordability: It provides top-tier law credentials at a fraction of the cost of private law schools.
• Retun of Investment: Graduating students receive an median placement package ranging from INR 4 LPA to INR 8.4 LPA, representing a good return on investment as compared to the course fee.

Yes, Allahabad University is a good university. It is among the oldest university in the Country. It is a Central University which is once being known As “OXFORD OF THE EAST" . It has been ranked at the 123rd position by NIRF 2025 under Management category.

The University has a decent placement record for BTech. Looking at the past three years (2021 to 2023), a fluctuating trend was observed in the BTech placement rate. The Allahabad University BTech highest package is not out. However, the median package has improved year-on-year. The key highlights of Allahabad University BTech placements are tabulated below:

NOTE: The above statistics are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

Allahabad University BA LLB (Hons) fees is INR 1.63 Lakh. Out of the total fee, INR 1.60 Lacs is paid towards the tuition fee while INR 2,500 is paid towards the hostel charges.

The minimum aggregate marks needed in Class 12 for the BA LLB (Hons) course at Allahabad University are:

• General Category: 45% minimum aggregate
• OBC Category: 42% minimum aggregate
• SC/ST Category: 40% minimum aggregate

According to the reviews on Shiksha ( Ishan Srivastava,  B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027) Allahabad University has good learning environment with supportive faculty and decent placements. College fests, cultural events, scholarships, sports, and an active campus crowd make student life vibrant with good connectivity.

Candidates seeking admission to BSc at Allahabad University are required to appear for CUET-UG (conducted by NTA). In addition to appearing for this exam, students seeking admission to the BSc courses must have completed their Class 12 with Science stream. Once through both the rounds, students are required to go through the counselling process conducted by Allahabad University for final seat allotment.

Allahabad University is famous for its flagship courses BTech & MBA. BTech is  offered at the UG level, in streams like Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Computer Engineering, etc. The other flagship course MBA is offered in streams like Rural Development and Business Management specialisation.

Allahabad University BSc eligibility criteria is Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology according to the specialisation opted by candidates.

Candidates who wish to get admission to Allahabad University MBA course must apply online via the official site of the university via AU PGAT. A step-by-process to fill AU PGAT form for MBA admission is as follows:

• Visit the Allahabad University site.
• Click on Admission tab on the home page of the official website or click on 'Student' in the menu.
• Now click on 'Admission' followed by clicking on 'PGAT Application'.
• Register as a new candidate with details, such as name, mobile no, & email id. 
• Fill in the application form by entering all personal and academic details
• Pay the application fee 

Allahabad University BSc fees range between INR 5,160 for BSc (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) and INR 60,000 for BSc Home Science.

No, candidates seeking admission to the Allahabad University for most of its UG and PG courses have to appear for the CUET-UG/JEE Mains/ JEE Advanced and PGAT entrance exams, respectively. 

Allahabad University accepts AU-PGAT exam scores for admission to MBA. The exam is conducted by Allahabad University. Candidates for admission to this course have to undergo the GDPI process conducted by the concerned department. Final merit is computed on the basis of a total of marks scored in PGAT and GDPI. Those who qualify and score well in the exam, such students are required to go through the counselling process conducted again by the university for final seat allotment.

Yes, Allahabad University offers a three-year full-time BCA programme in self-financed and general mode. This programme is spread over three years and six semesters. To be eligible for this course, students must have completed their Class 12 with Science or Commerce stream. In case the student has passed Class 12 from a recognised board other than the Science/ Commerce, they must have studied Mathematics/ Statistics/ IT/ CS/ Information Science as one of the subjects in their Class 12. Final selection to BCA, however, is subject to CUET UG exam conducted by NTA. 

Allahabad University BSc is offered in 12 diverse specialisations. Some of the popular specialisations are:

• BSc Botany
• BSc Anthropology
• BSc Psychology
• BSc Bio Chemistry
• BSc Geography
• BSc Mathematics
• BSc Physics
• BSc Chemistry etc.

Students looking forward to take up MBA as post graduation degree at Allahabad University has to pay an amount that ranges between INR 38,000 and INR 86,000. The hostel charges of INR 9,000 are to be paid additionally if opted for the facility.

The BA LLB (Hons) admission fee at Allahabad University must be paid online via the net banking, UPI or credit or debit gateways on the Samarth counselling portal. This fee payment step must be completed within the given 3 to 4 day window timeline right after a seat is allocated in a specific cutoff round, failure to pay within this timeline cancels the allotment.

Other than BA LLB (Hons) tuition fees at Allahabad University, which is INR 1.6 Lakhs, the programme has small institutional fees such as semester examination fees, registration fees, library security deposits and a one-time admission or caution charge of INR 2,500.

Allahabad University provide UG, PG, Diploma & Certificate courses in Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Management, etc. streams. MSc is offered in specialisations like Computer Science, Biotechnology, Botany, Zoology, etc.

No, candidates cannot get direct admission for the BSc at Allahabad University. The university is a central institution, therefore, every single seat allocation depends on candidates' rank lists based on the CUET (UG) marks.