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Andhra University began its establishment in 1926 by getting affiliated with Madras University. The Andhra University is awarded 36th rank for its overall academic performance, according to NIRF 2020; it is also ranked 37th for its B-Tech program in 2020 by The Week. The University is also ranked 801 for its Science field and 47 Overall in 2020 by QS. This University has seven affiliated colleges that provide programs in every area of education. This University promises 100% placements with Fortune companies. The recorded salary package offered is INR 3.5 LPA to INR 10 LPA. Some of the major recruiting companies at the university include DRDO, TCS, Wipro, ISRO, Satyam, and BARC.

Andhra University provides different UG, PG, and Diploma courses. In total, there are 42 other programs in both engineering and management fields. However, the admission or selection criteria depend on the University's entrance exam. Students can apply to the online website for this exam by visiting the exam portal.

Highlights of Andhra University

Name of the University

Andhra University

University Type

State

Courses Offered

B.Sc., B-Tech, BCA, BA, B.Com, LLB, MBA, MCA, M-Tech, M.Com etc

Mode of Application

Online

Application fees

500 INR (relaxation for SC/ST)

Criteria for admission

Merit- Basis

Entrance Exam

AU EET, AUCET, JEE Main, CAT, MAT,

Top Recruiters

DRDO, TCS, Wipro, ISRO, Satyam, BARC, etc

University Facilities

Sports, Transport, Tech-classrooms, Hostel, Library, etc

Andhra University B.Tech Admission

 Andhra University has its entrance exam called AUEET for admission to the B-tech course. They also offer dual programs like B-Tech and M-Tech together for six years. For these courses, the AUEET entrance exam will be required. Candidates with a valid AUEET rank will be prioritized for seats at Andhra University. Only after AUEET candidates are allotted their seats will further students who have attempted the APEAMCET and JEE Main exams be considered. Desiring candidates must pay the counseling fees of INR 500 ( for SC/ST, it is INR 250) or with the sliding price of INR 300.

Course Name

Specialization

Eligibility Criteria

B-Tech

Transportation Engg, Mechanical Engg, Electronics, Environmental engg, Computer science & Engg, IT, Electronics, and Communication Engg, Computer science & Electronics Communication, Chemical, Biotech, Natural Disaster Management, Structural Management, Industrial pollution management, etc.

10+2 with PCM subjects with 50% marks in core subjects.

Andhra University admissions for various UG programs

For UG admission in courses like BCA/ B.Pharm/BA/ B.Com/ BBA, the candidate must have cleared their 10+2 exam with a minimum of 50% marks in all subjects from a recognized board. The student must also clear the entrance exam with cut-off marks from Andhra University. For reserved candidates like SC, ST, and OBC, the eligibility requirement in the 10+2 examination is reduced to 45%.

Course Name

Specialization

Eligibility Criteria

BCA

NA

10+2 with a minimum of 50% from a recognized board

B. Pharma

NA

50% in 10+2 with approved board

BA

NA

Pass in 10+2 with 50% marks

B.Sc

Chemistry, Food Technology, Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Home Science, Botany, Nutrition Deities, Food Science & Nutrition

Clear 10+2 board exams with 50% in all major subjects

B.Com

Customer service Management

Pass in 10+2 with 50% in all subjects

BBA

NA

10+2 with 50% marks

LLB

-

Pass in 10+2 Board exams with 50% min

Andhra University M-Tech admissions

Andhra University offers an M-Tech program that lasts for two years. For admission to the UG and PG engineering courses, the applicant must pass the University entrance exam AU EET exam. The eligibility is that the candidate must pass the 10+2 board exam, with 50% of the candidates having a B-Tech degree and an aggregate CGPA.

Course Name

Specialization

Admission Criteria

M-tech

Transportation Engg, Mechanical, Electronics, Environmental Engg, Computer science & Engineering, Information technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering &, and Electronics Communication, Computer Science & Engineering, Chemical, Biotech, and Natural Disaster Management

Clear entrance exam AUEET

Andhra University admissions for PG programs

To get admission to the UG and PG courses of engineering, applicants must take the AUEET as per the university rules. The AUCET entrance exam makes admissions for non-engineering PG courses like M.Com, MA, and MBA with the required eligibility criteria.  

Course Name

Specialization

Selection

MBA

Retail Management

UG in BBA with 50%

M.Pharma

General

UG in B.Pharma with 50%

MA

English, Telugu, Hindi, Sanskrit, Economics, History, Applied Economics, Ancient History, Quantitative Economics, Politics, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Social Work, Philosophy, Music, Dance, and Yoga.

UG in BA with relevant subject

M.Ed

NA

B.Ed in relevant subject with 50%

M.Com

B.com with relevant subject specialization

Based on the Entrance exam

PGDM

UG with relevant subject

Entrance exam AU EET

Andhra University Application Process

  • The forms are available online, and the candidates must visit the website.
  • They have to select the course they are willing to join and apply for the same. 
  • They must fill in the form with complete details asked in the particulars along with application fees.
  • After appearing on the merit list, students must participate in a counseling session conducted by the University.
  • They will have to submit essential documents for verification, and later, admission verification will be made.

Contact Information

Contact Numbers:

0891-2704100, 2844422, 2844411

Email ID:

registrar@andhrauniversity.info, vicechancellor@andhrauniver

Address:

China Waltair Road, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

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Asked Question

Does Andhra University School of Distance Education offer a PhD in Environmental Studies through distance mode in 2026?
Asked by Dhirendra Singh

replied on 08-Jun-2026 18:23:17

AU-SDE does not list a PhD in Environmental Studies as part of its distance education programme. The school primarily offers UG, PG, diploma, and certificate courses through distance mode.


What is the admission process and fee for the Distance MBA in Hospital Administration at Andhra University SDE in 2026?
Asked by Nimmagadda Pranitha Sri

replied on 08-Jun-2026 18:23:31

AU-SDE offers an MBA where admission is based on merit from the qualifying exam and entrance exam scores in which students are required to hold a UG degree in any stream with no backlogs. The MBA in Hospital Administration is a 3-year programme offered at a total fee of INR 50,000, spread over three academic years.


What is the admission process for BBA at Andhra University?
Asked by guest

replied on 01-Jun-2026 05:01:06

Andhra University admits students to BBA through a university-level entrance test, and candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks, with English as a compulsory subject.

 

What is the closing rank for ECE at Andhra University College of Engineering?
Asked by Rasha Saibudeen Kokkarani

replied on 22-Apr-2026 02:40:00

ECE cut-off typically falls below 10,000 rank in AP EAMCET, reflecting its strong academic reputation and demand.


Hospital administration
Asked by Sandeep

replied on 29-Dec-2025 11:27:07

Andhra university distance mba admission can take place through online. The eligibility criteria is graduation with 50% marks.