Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
Andhra University is one of the oldest educational institutions in the country. It is also the first to be designed as a teaching, residential, and affiliated university. 313 courses in the fields of arts, commerce, management, science and technology, engineering, law, pharmacy, and education are currently offered by the university. The University consists of 4 AU Campuses and 5 constituent institutions. According to the NIRF 2023 ranking, the university is now rated 43rd in the University category. The NAAC has awarded Andhra University "A" accreditation. Additionally, the University's School of Distance Education provides PG, professional, and certificate programs.
In a number of subject areas, University provides UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses. The application process is conducted online by the university. Merit in qualifying exams or entrance exams like AUEET, AUSIB, AP ECET, AP EAPCET, etc. determines admission to UG and PG degrees. However, national-level tests like the NATA are taken into consideration for the B.Arch program. The university's admission exam and interview process determine who gets admitted to Ph.D. programs at University.
Reports about University Placement 2023 will soon be available. During University Placements 2022, the top employers included Amazon, TCS, Infosys, and Google, among others.
Courses at University
UG, graduate, and doctoral programs in the fields of arts, science, commerce, law, medicine, etc. are available at University. There are many selection criteria for each program. The following table lists the course descriptions and yearly fees for the most popular Andhra University courses:
Courses | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria | Annual Fees |
B.Tech | 10+2 in relevant discipline from a recognized board. Selection | Based on AP EAPCET/ AUEET Scores | INR 2 LPA |
B.Arch | 10+2 in relevant discipline from a recognized board. | Based on NATA Scores | INR 2 LPA |
B.Pharm | 10+2 in relevant discipline from a recognized board. | Based on Merit in the qualifying examination | INR 2 LPA |
BA | 10+2 in relevant discipline from a recognized board. | Based on Merit in the qualifying examination | INR 80,000 |
BBA | 10+2 in relevant discipline from a recognized board. | Based on AUSIB Scores | INR 1.5 LPA |
LLB | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP LAWCET Scores | INR 1 LPA |
MA | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP PGCET/ AUCET Scores | INR 1 LPA |
M.Sc | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP PGCET/ AUCET Scores | INR 1.4 LPA |
MCA | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP ICET Scores | INR 1.5 LPA |
MBA | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP ICET Scores | INR 1.5 LPA |
M.Tech | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university | Based on AP PGECET Scores | INR 1.5 LPA |
LLM | LLB from a recognized University | Based on AP PGLCET Scores | INR 1 LPA |
Ph.D. | Master’s Degree in relevant Discipline with 55% aggregate | Based on scores of the Entrance Exam and Interview conducted by Andhra University | INR 2 LPA |
Fees of Courses
Course | Fees |
B.Tech 13 Courses | Rs 3.45 Lakhs |
BBA 1 Course | Rs 1.5 Lakhs |
M.Ed 1 Course | Rs 9,800 |
M.Com 1 Course | Rs 9,800 |
M.Sc 31 Courses | Rs 12,200 - 83,000 |
Admissions 2024 at University, Visakhapatnam
In a number of subject areas, University provides UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses. University entrance exams, such as the AP ECET, AP EAPCET, AUEET, and AUSIB and merit in quailifying exams is basis for admission sin UG and PG courses. For B.Arch program national level test like NATA are considered. Admission to Ph.D. programs is determined by the University through an admission exam and interview. The procedures to apply for admission to University are as follows:
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Cutoff of University
The University Cutoff 2024 is still pending. The following table shows the anticipated cutoff for the BE program based on the general category candidates' Andhra University AP EAPCET 2023 cutoff rank:
BE Specialisation | Cutoff Rank |
Electronics and Communication Engineering | 9413 |
Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 41743 |
Mechanical Engineering | 57802 |
Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering | 27755 |
Civil Engineering | 50144 |
Geo Informatics | 33012 |
Placements at University
Reports about University Placement 2023 will soon be available. University Placements 2022 and NIRF 2023 reports show that INR 3 LPA is the median package offered to UG (3-year) students. A median package of INR 6.5 LPA was given to a PG student who studied for 2 years. Among the top employers in University Placements 2022 were Google, Amazon, TCS, and Infosys. The following are comprehensive statistics on university placements:
Particulars | Placement Statistics 2022 |
No of UG students placed | 543 |
No. of PG students placed | 2368 |
Median Package UG (3 years) | INR 3 LPA |
Median Package UG (4 years) | INR 7.5 LPA |
Median Package UG (5 years) | INR 2.75 LPA |
Median Package UG (2 years) | INR 6.5 LPA |
Median Package UG (3 years) | INR 3.5 LPA |
Median Package UG (6 years) | INR 3 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Google, TCS, Infosys, Amazon |
Campus at University
The University Campus is unwavering in its pursuit of maintaining the highest standards in research and teaching, ensuring that students are properly developing their character, supporting community development initiatives, and cultivating leadership in young men and women. There are 4 campuses of the university. There are 5 departments on university campus in Kakinada (East Godavari District) and eleven departments on the university campus in Etcherla (Srikakulam District). There are 4 departments on the university campus in Tadepalli Gudem and five departments on the universiy campus in Vizianagaram.
University occupies a vast 422-acre campus that is peppered with 121 buildings housing staff quarters and academic, administrative, and support services. The buildings have a total plinth area of over 20 lakh square feet. Currently, the university serves the educational needs of Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, West Godavari, Vizinagaram, and Srikakulam, five green districts in Andhra Pradesh. Some of the facilities available on the University campus are as follows:
Hostel:
On the campus of University, there are hostels specifically designated for girls and boys. The hostel rooms are large and furnished with amenities including 24-hour water filtration, WiFi, and roomy bathrooms.
Lab:
The university provides a range of labs, including computer, chemistry, and biology labs. These are a necessary component of the campus of University. In the laboratories, about 100 students can collaborate with ease to put their knowledge into practice.
Sports facilities:
The Andhra University campus has multiple courtyards where players can play sports including badminton, basketball, football, cricket, and more. Additionally, all of the sporting goods are kept in a sports area.
Library:
Both teaching staff and students can find a wealth of information in the library. This library on the campus of Andhra University has a wide selection of books, periodicals, magazines, and reference materials. Additionally, the library can accommodate a sizable number of students and offer a quiet reading space.
Canteen:
For foodies, the canteen is the most exciting area of the University campus. Here, students unwind and savour their preferred meals with companions. A range of traditional and international cuisines are available at the canteen.
Alumni of University
Notable Alumni | Designation |
G.M.C. Balayogi | Indian lawyer and politician |
Trivikram Srinivas | Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema |
Jesti Chelameswar | former judge of the Supreme Court of India |
Jesti Chelameswar | Indian playback singer associated with the South Indian cinema primarily from Andhra Pradesh |
C.R. Rao | Indian-American mathematician and statistician |
Ranking of University
Ranking Body | Category | Year | Rank |
NIRF | Overall | 2023 | 76th out of the Top 100 |
NIRF | University | 2023 | 43rd out of the Top 100 |
NIRF | Pharmacy | 2023 | 22nd out of the Top 100 |
QS | Asian University Rankings | 2023 | 501-550 |
QS | Asian University Rankings-Southern Asia | 2023 | 131 |
Times Higher Education | World University Rankings | 2023 | 1201-1500th |
Times Higher Education | Impact Rankings | 2023 | 1001+ |
The Week | India’s Best Universities | 2023 | 9 |
The Week | Multidisciplinary Universities- South Zone | 2023 | 3 |
The Week | Multidisciplinary Universities- South Zone | 2023 | 4 |
AD Scientific Index | Universities/ Institutions in World | 2023 | 21908 |
AD Scientific Index | Universities/ Institutions in Asia | 2023 | 10793 |
AD Scientific Index | Universities/ Institutions in India | 2023 | 3768 |
Scholarships at University
University provides a range of government scholarships so that students from low-income families and strong academic backgrounds can finish their study without having to worry about money. Some of the scholarships offered by University are as follows:
Scholarships for merit in social welfare and tribal welfare
The Pradesh government has awarded merit-based social welfare and tribal welfare scholarships to the qualified students. PG GATE qualifying candidates receive grants from AICTE and UGC.
BTH Merit Scholarships
Students can further reduce their current tuition fees for the fee movers for the BTH by applying for the BTH Scholarship (Tuition Fee Waiver) program. The BTH scholarship will be awarded to the best overseas students based only on their academic merit. Scholarships from BTH are contingent upon availability.
Students who wish to apply for scholarships must do the following:
Affilliated Collages of University
Affiliated Colleges | CD Ratings |
Andhra University College of Engineering for Women - [AUCEW] | 7.7/10 |
Harcourt Butler Technological University - [HBTU] | 7.8/10 |
Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology - [KNIT] | 8/10 |
BN College of Engineering and Technology - [BNCET] | 7.5/10 |
Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute | 7.8/10 |
College Name | Andhra University |
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Short Name | AU |
Institute Type | State |
Established In | 1926 |
Distance Mode | NO |
Courses Offered | 45 |
NAAC Approved | NAAC Grade A |