Great news for students who have finished Class 12 (higher secondary) or graduation! Aligarh Muslim university (AMU) has officially opened admissions for various undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes for the 2026‑27 academic session. Eligible students can now apply for a wide range of courses in arts, science, commerce and professional fields.
📅 Admission Process Started — What You Should Know
AMU has begun the admission process for the new academic session 2026‑27. This includes:
- Undergraduate (UG) programmes such as BA, BSc and integrated courses.
- Postgraduate (PG) programmes for graduates in various disciplines.
- Separate pathways for admission — including national tests and university‑level entrance exams.
🧾 Who Can Apply?
✔ For 12th‑Grade Students
Students who have passed their 12th board exams can apply for several UG courses. These include:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- Business and professional studies
- Education and teaching programmes
- Agriculture, theology, fine arts and others
Eligibility for most UG programmes is based on 12th‑grade marks and entrance tests such as CUET‑UG or the university’s own exam for specific subjects.
✔ For Graduate Students
Graduates (those who have completed a bachelor’s degree) can apply for PG programmes in:
- Arts, humanities and social sciences
- Sciences and technology
- Commerce and economics
- Education, law and management fields
Eligibility will depend on the specific course requirements and may require entrance exams or merit‑based selection.
📘 How Admissions Are Done
AMU offers different routes for admission depending on the course:
📌 CUET‑UG Pathway (For Many UG Courses)
- For most standard UG programmes like BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons), AMU will consider **scores from the Common university Entrance Test (CUET‑UG) 2026.
- Students must register for CUET and then fill the AMU admission/samarth portal preferences based on score and eligibility.
📌 NCET and AMU Entrance Test (For Some Courses)
- For integrated programmes and newer specialised UG courses — especially those linked with teaching or professional streams — AMU will use NCET 2026 scores to determine selection.
- In some subjects (like BSc (Hons) Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics etc.), AMU conducts its own entrance test for which students must register separately.
📌 PG Admission Routes
- Some PG programmes also use national tests or university entrance examinations depending on faculty and subject.
🗓 Important Things to Remember
- Admission process has already begun: students should apply early and check the official AMU portal or entrance portal for deadlines.
- Multiple pathways exist: CUET, NCET, or university‑specific tests may be required depending on the course.
- Separate applications: Some courses may need additional application forms or entrance test registrations besides CUET.
📚 Study Options Available
AMU offers a wide array of academic fields for both UG and PG levels, including:
- Arts & Humanities
- Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths)
- Commerce & Economics
- Education and Teacher Training
- Agriculture and Allied Sciences
- Fine Arts & Theology
The university’s diverse academic offerings help students shape careers in academia, research, teaching, professional science, journalism, business and more.
🎓 Key Takeaways
- 👩🎓 Admissions for the 2026‑27 batch are now open for both 12th‑grade passers and graduates at AMU.
- 🎯 You can apply for a variety of UG and PG courses through national tests (CUET, NCET) or AMU’s own entrance exams.
- 📌 Make sure to check eligibility and entrance requirements for your chosen course before applying.
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