Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) provides an affordable and comprehensive education with a rich academic and cultural heritage. Admission forms are available in February, with an entrance test in May and selection results in June. Applicants need at least 50% in their 12th-grade exams and 80% in the entrance exam to qualify, with interviews as part of the process. The university charges nominal fees, with the B.Com program costing up to 20,000 INR for three years, and hostel and dining fees around 12,000 INR annually. A favorable student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1 ensures personalized attention, with most faculty holding advanced degrees and over a decade of teaching experience. Lectures are primarily theoretical, spanning approximately 3,000 annually across the university. AMU's examination system features two semesters per year, with sessional and semester exams. Placement opportunities vary, with professional courses like engineering and management offering higher salaries and better placement rates compared to non-professional courses. Companies like Wipro and Amazon visit the campus, offering packages up to 22 lakhs per annum, particularly for MBA students. AMU's Training and Placement Office supports students in securing internships, with stipends around 40,000 INR monthly for some roles, and overall placement rates between 40-60%. Scholarships are abundant, covering up to 90% of fees, with options like the Sultan Jahan and Ameer Nishaan Scholarships. The fee structure is transparent, with no hidden costs, and significant financial support is available, making education accessible to a diverse student body.
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