About University of Allahabad
The University of Allahabad, established on 23 September 1887, is the fourth oldest university in India after Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras. It evolved from Muir Central College, whose foundation was laid in 1873 in Allahabad, now Prayagraj, under the initiative of Sir William Muir, then Lieutenant Governor of the United Provinces. The university has played a pivotal role in higher education in India for over a century, offering quality academic and research opportunities. It was envisioned to provide advanced education to meet the aspirations of the region and to serve as a center of excellence in learning. Today, it continues to uphold its legacy of academic distinction and intellectual growth for students and scholars across India.
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Key facts and institutional overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | University of Allahabad |
| Established | Institute Type | 1887 |
| Approved By | Government of India; central university since 2005 |
| NIRF Rank | 101-150 (engineering) |
| Entrance Exam | CUET-UG/PG for applicable programmes; course-specific exceptions apply |
| Popular Courses | Arts, sciences, commerce, law, education, management and social sciences |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Criteria | Programme-specific eligibility and entrance process as stated in current prospectus |
| Official Website | https://www.allduniv.ac.in/ |
| Address | Senate House Campus, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211002 |
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