Quick Information
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://mail.amucontrollerexams.com/uploads/files/3aab9a9674cb20348821ed58a7fabe09.pdf |
Why Aligarh Muslim University stands out
Aligarh Muslim University in Aligarh is a public central university with faculties spanning the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, law, management and theology. Foreign nationals and the children of non-resident Indians apply under a dedicated category, with a published guide that sets out the rules for every course.
What you can study
International applicants can study at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level. The university offers programmes in engineering and technology, the natural and life sciences, medicine and nursing, law, management and commerce, the humanities and languages, the social sciences and the fine arts.
International admissions
Foreign nationals apply online through the university’s controller of examinations website under the foreign-national and NRI category, and are generally considered on merit in the qualifying examination, on a rolling basis. Applicants are expected to be proficient in English, and professional programmes such as medicine follow the national entrance test. A processing charge applies to the application. International students can apply through the official international admissions guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply under the foreign-national category?
Self-financing foreign nationals and candidates under the NRI category can apply for the courses listed in the official guide to admissions for foreign nationals.
How are international students selected?
Admission is generally offered on merit in the qualifying examination, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements of the course. Medicine and dentistry follow the national entrance test, and foreign nationals are considered on a rolling basis.
Do I need to be proficient in English?
Yes. Candidates applying under the foreign-national category are expected to be proficient in English, except for those applying to language departments.
How much does it cost to apply?
A non-refundable processing charge applied to the application in the 2026-27 cycle. Check the official guide for the current charge and the fee tables for your chosen course.
What about the student visa and accommodation?
International students need a valid passport and the appropriate visa to study in India. Check the official guide and the university’s admissions website for the current requirements and arrival formalities.