Central University of Andhra Pradesh, Anantapur

Anantapur, Andhra PradeshCentral UniversityEstd 2019
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About Central University of Andhra Pradesh

Central University of Andhra Pradesh (CUAP) is a central university and was established in the year 2018. It is situated in the district headquarters town of Ananthapuramu in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. The university is currently operating from its transit campus is JNTU and the permanent campus is being constructed of over 491.30 acres of land in Janthaluru village, Anantapur district. The academic session 2024-25 will start at the new university campus only.

The university offers a total of 31 UG, PG as well as PhD courses to the interested candidates. For admission to UG and PG courses, the university accepts CUET scores. After qualifying in the entrance exam, candidates have to appear in the university-led counselling process to get admission to their chosen courses. 

The on-campus placement opportunities are also offered to the candidates in the final year of their degree. Some major recruiters like ETV, Ramoji Fil City, TCS, Asian Paints and more participate in the CUAP placement drives. The campus comprises of all the major facilities such as library, laboratories, IT labioratoies, spacious classrooms, experienced faculty members and more. 

Central University of Andhra Pradesh Merit List 2024 (Released)

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Central University of Andhra Pradesh Highlights

Particulars Details
Name of the University Central University of Andhra Pradesh
Also Known As CUAP
Established in 2018
Type of university Central University
Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)
Campus Location

PMW3+M26, Neelampalli Rd, Janthalur, Andhra Pradesh 515701

Campus Area 491 acres
Courses Offered UG, PG and PhD
Entrance exam accepted

UG courses: CUET UG
PG courses: CUET PG
PhD courses: UGC NET/ UGC-CSIR/ NET/ GATE/ CEED/ PhD entrance test

Facilities Available Library, Hostels, IT Labs, Medical Facilities, etc.
Contact Info

Phone:  08554-220033

Email: contact@cuap.edu.in

Official Website www.cuap.ac.in 

Central University of Andhra Pradesh Courses and Fees

The university offers UG, PG as well as PhD courses under 12 dedicated departments. The university offers a total of 8 UG, 17 PG and 6 PhD courses in different specializations. The duration of the UG courses ranges between 3-4 years and duration of PG courses is 2 years. Some of the popular courses that are offered by the university are B.Sc (Hons) Economics, BA (Hons) Political Science, B.Sc (Hons) CS & AI, MA Telugu, MBA, MSc in Space Science and Technology and more. To become eligible for UG courses, candidates must have qualified in CUET UG, and for admission to PG courses, candidates must have qualified in CUET PG. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh eligibility criteria, fees, and selection process for all programs are given in the table below:

Courses Details Total Fees
B.A (Hons.) Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent in relevant stream with 50% aggregate marks
Selection Criteria: CUET UG
INR 44,050
B.Sc. (Hons.) Eligibility: Passed class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board with at least 40% marks
Selection Criteria: CUET UG
INR 44,050
B.Sc Eligibility: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent level with at least 50% marks
Selection Criteria: CUET UG
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B.Com (Hons)

Eligibility: Passed 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognized board.
Selection Criteria: CUET UG

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BBA Eligibility: Passed class 12 or equivalent with 50% aggregate marks (minimum).
Selection Criteria: CUET UG
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M.A. Eligibility: BA/ BA (Hons) degree with at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
Selection Criteria: CUET PG
INR 34,500 – INR 36,400
M.Com Eligibility: B.Com/ B.Com (Hons) degree with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university. 
Selection Criteria: CUET PG
INR 36,400
M.Sc.  Eligibility: B.Sc/ B.Sc (Hons)/ B.Tech/ BE degree from a recognized university in the relevant stream with 50%.
Selection Criteria: CUET PG
INR 60,000 – INR 2,15,500
MBA Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Criteria: CUET PG
INR 1,53,400
PhD Eligibility: PG degree in relevant stream from a recognized university with 55% marks (at least).
Selection Criteria: 70% weightage of entrance test (UGC NET/ UGC-CSIR/ NET/ GATE/ CEED/ PhD entrance test) and 30% of the performance in the interview/viva-voce
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Check more: Central University of Andhra Pradesh Courses and Fees

The Central University of Andhra Pradesh offers admission to the UG & PG courses on the basis of performance in CUET (Common University Entrance Test). The admission process for the university started immediately after the release of CUET results by NTA. The qualified candidates have to apply for their chosen course at the university. The university shortlists the candidates on the basis of their CUET scores. 

The university prepares a merit list of the registered candidates for the available courses and conducts admission counselling. The candidates have to participate in the counselling process (online) and, if eligible, complete the admission formalities as well.

Documents required

The documents required at the time of application are as follows:

  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Scanned Signature
  • Secondary School (Class 10th) Mark Sheet
  • Pass Certificate of Class 10th
  • Senior Secondary School (Class 12th) Mark Sheet or equivalent
  • Valid Certificate for Date of Birth
  • CUET- UG/PG application form
  • CUET- UG/PG admit card
  • Valid CUET score card
  • Conduct Certificate from Head of Institution last attended (Original+2 photocopy)
  • Migration Certificate (Original+2 Xerox)
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Caste/ PWD/PH Certificates

Central University of Andhra Pradesh Placements

There is a dedicated placement cell at CUAP that has recently organized a workshop on the topic of “Campus to Corporate: Life Skills Colloquium.” The cell works throughout the year to prepare the students to get attractive placement opportunities after the completion of their education. It trains the students on various parameters such as preparing striking resume, soft skills, ethics, professionalism, personality and self-confidence, self-motivation, problem-solving techniques, and more. In the recent placement drive, 124 students were placed with attractive packages. 

Central University of Andhra Pradesh Top Recruiters

ADP Deloitte AstraGen TCS
ETV Planet Spark Asian Paint PWC
Data Marshall Ramoji Film City ViRaj Tech English Edge

Central University of Andhra Pradesh Scholarships

Central University of Andhra Pradesh offers various centrally-funded scholarships to the students of the university. Scholarships are offered generally to meritorious students or students with economically backward classes such as SC/ ST/ OBC and EWS categories. To avail the scholarships, interested candidates have to register on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The NSP is a one-stop solution for all the students who want to avail the state as well as centrally-funded scholarships. Some of the top scholarships available at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh are listed below with eligibility and scholarship rewards

  1. Post Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities
  2. Post Matric Scholarships for students with disabilities
  3. Financial Assistance for Education of the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers - Post-Matric
  4. Financial support to the students of NER for higher professional courses
  5. PG Indira Gandhi scholarship for single girl children
  6. Scholarship scheme for SC/ST students to pursue professional courses

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Central University of Andhra Pradesh Campus & Facilities

The Central University of Andhra Pradesh provides various top notch facilities to the students. The campus is spread over a 491 acres with all the facilities readily accessible to the students. CUAP has a massive campus with great amenities for enrolled students. The facilities include, hostels, Reading hall, a massive ground and more. Listed below are some of the facilities that students can benefit from while studying at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh.

  • Library: The library of CUAP has an extensive collection of resources, including books, journals, and digital materials.
  • IT Lab: There are two IT Labs (1 & 2) with i5 and i7 processing computers for the students. The lab has a strong network connection and is ample to meet the educational needs of the students. 
  • Hostel: There are hostel facilities available to the students with basic amenities like beds, chairs, study tables, cupboards, etc. There are other additional facilities available to the students as well such as Wi-Fi connectivity, common rooms, mess or canteen services, indoor game facilities, and 24-hour security and more.
  • Medical Center: The medical clinic at the campus provides primary medical facilities to the students; including routine check-ups, minor treatments, and consultations.
  • Laboratories: There are dedicated laboratories at the university with all the modern equipment so that the education of the students doesn’t gets compromised.
  • Dr. Ambedkar Centre Of Excellence (DACE): This is dedicated to empowering Scheduled Caste students. It provides free coaching and mentorship for competitive exams, specifically for civil service examinations. 

Central University of Andhra Pradesh FAQs

Ques. Is there reservation for SC/ST students in Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. Central University of Andhra Pradesh has reservation of seats for the reserved classes. It offers 15% of the seats in each course for Scheduled Castes students. Moreover, it has allocated 7.5% of seats for Scheduled Tribe. These seats are interchangeable upon the need. Moreover, the Central University of Andhra Pradesh has 27% seats reserved for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for the EWS candidates. 

Ques. What is the mode of the application form at Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. The application mode at Central University of Andhra Pradesh is online. Students have to first register through the SAMARTH portal online. Then the central university will release the provisional merit list. The shortlisted candidates will be called for an off-line counselling session. 

Ques. Which facilities are offered by Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh offers great facilities for students. It offers facilities such as a reading hall, playground with a gym, IT Labs, boys and girls canteen, separate hostels, medical facilities, and more. 

Ques. Who are the top recruiters at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. Some of the top recruiters who participate in the placement drive of the university are PWC, Asian Paints, Data Marshall, Noble Institute of Communicative English, Ramoji Film City, ETV, ViRaj Tech, English Edge, and more. 

Ques. Does CUAP accepts any entrance exam to provide admission?

Ans. Yes. For admission to UG courses, the Central University of Andhra Pradesh accepts CUET UG scores. CUET PG scores are accepted by the university for admission to the PG courses. CUET is a national-level entrance exam administered every year by National Testing Agency (NTA). 

Ques. How many PG courses are offered by CUAP?

Ans. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh is offering a total of 17 PG courses in different specializations to interested candidates in 2024-25 academic year. The courses are mentioned below -

  • MA English
  • MA Telugu
  • MA Political Science
  • MSc Applied Psychology
  • MSc Economics
  • MSc Mathematics and Computing
  • MSc Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
  • MSc Molecular Biology
  • MBA (Master of Business Administration)
  • MCom
  • MA Governance and Public Policy
  • MA Hindi (Professional and Literature)
  • MSc Clinical Psychology
  • MSc Computational Social Science
  • MSc Economics and Data Analytics
  • MSc Geography and Geoinformatics
  • MSc Space Science and Technology 

Ques. Can I get admission to Central University of Andhra Pradesh without CUET?

Ans. No. Students cannot get admission to CUAP without CUET scores. The entrance exam provides fair and equal opportunities to the Indian students to get into any university of their choice using the exam scores. The selection criteria remains the same for everyone. 

Ques. Is Central University of Andhra Pradesh private or government?

Ans. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh is a government-owned central university. It was established by an act of Parliament in 2019. The university is recognized by UGC.

Ques. Is there a personal interview in Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. To get admission into the central University of Andhra Pradesh, applicants do not have to appear for any personal interview. The admissions to the simple University are based on the CUET scores only. Once the merit lists are announced on the official website, students must appear for the off-line counselling. 

Ques. Is there a hostel facility at Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh offers hostel facilities for students. The boy’s and girl’s hostels are separate with 24/7 security features. The hostel fee is INR 29,500 per semester for the academic year 2024-25. 

Ques. What are the required documents for admission at Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. The Central University of Andhra Pradesh document verification will be done once the counselling session is scheduled. The documents required at the time of counseling are as follows:

  • Passport size Digital Photograph
  • Scanned Signature
  • Secondary School (Class 10th) Mark Sheet
  • Pass Certificate of Class 10th
  • Senior Secondary School (Class 12th) Mark Sheet or equivalent
  • Valid Certificate for Date of Birth
  • CUET- UG/PG application form
  • CUET- UG/PG admit card
  • Valid CUET score card
  • Conduct Certificate from Head of Institution last attended (Original+2 photocopy)
  • Migration Certificate (Original+2 Xerox)
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Caste/ PWD/PH Certificates

Ques. Is there a medical facility for students at Central University of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. Along with numerous facilities like hostels, massive playground, Central University of Andhra Pradesh provides hostel facilities. An MBBS, MD doctor is available on campus for employees, students, and non-teaching staff. 

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Central University of Andhra Pradesh Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
B.Sc {Hons.}
3 Courses
16,650 (1st Year Fees) 10+227 Feb - 26 Mar 2024
M.A
6 Courses
17,200 - 18,400 (1st Year Fees) Graduation26 Dec - 10 Feb 2024
BBA
1 Course
33,600 (1st Year Fees) 10+227 Feb - 26 Mar 2024
M.Sc
11 Courses
17,200 - 36,650 (1st Year Fees) Graduation-
MBA
2 Courses
76,650 (1st Year Fees) Graduation-
BA {Hons.}
2 Courses
16,650 (1st Year Fees) 10+227 Feb - 26 Mar 2024
B.Sc
1 Course
18,080 (1st Year Fees) 10+227 Feb - 26 Mar 2024

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JNTU Road, Chinmaya Nagar
Anantapur - 515002
Andhra Pradesh, India
Get SMS Contact:  08554-220033
Get Call Details:  08554-220033
Website Link:  https://cuap.ac.in/
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