Alagappa University is recognized by AICTE and UGC and was established in 1985 in Karaikudi of Tamil Nadu. Alagaapa University is a State University with NAAC accreditation; 44 colleges have been affiliated with this University. They have 39 departments, nine centres and 2 Constituent Colleges. The variety of courses offered under Alagappa University is Graduation, Post-graduation, Diploma, Certifications, and PhD programs. The existence of Alagappa University is by a Special Act of the Government of Tamil Nadu. This University focuses on imparting knowledge in different learning domains, promoting research development.
Alagappa University has been recognized for its academic achievements at both the National & International level. It has been featured on the NIRF, QS and Outlook Ranking List. As per 2021 NIRF Rankings, Alagappa secured 57th Rank in the Overall Category. In 2020, it secured 64th in Overall by NIRF. Whereas in 2019, NIRF Ranked 47th Rank in the Same category.
Alagappa University NIRF Rankings
Ranking Agency |
Category for ranking |
Given Rank |
Year |
NIRF |
Overall performance |
57th Rank |
2021 |
NIRF |
Overall performance |
64th Rank |
2020 |
NIRF |
Overall performance |
47th Rank |
2019 |
Here are the other listed rankings secured by Alagappa University.
A unique program offered in Alagappa University are:
The University offers fellowship programs shortly known as AURF, which is curated for financial assistance for research by research scholars. The financial assistance is for:
They offer internship opportunities for the leading projects and world-class universities like Curtin University in Malaysia. The faculty select the students based on their academic marks and their activities in the department.
Alagappa University Scholarship facilities
There are many types of scholarships offered by Alagappa University for its students, which are categorized under many disciplines that Government agencies finance. The Scholarship provision is given based on merit and for those from economically weaker sections. Here are some of the details regarding the scholarship: