Aligarh Muslim University - [AMU], Aligarh

Aligarh Muslim University is one of the most reputed universities in the nation. Its overall NIRF ranking is 17 for the year 2020. It has a well recognized and felicitated team of faculty members who groom aspiring engineers to the standard of the leading organizations in the market.

The admission into the seven specialisations under the BTech programme is done through the Aligarh Muslim University Engineering Entrance Examination (AMUEEE).

Below table shows the number of seats in each specialization and the required eligibility criteria:

Key points to remember while appearing for AMUEEE

• Basic concepts of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics must be clear
• Thorough with class 10th to 12th NCERT books
• Time management and rigorous practise

If one is a studious person and practices sincerely for the test then it is not tough to crack it. While attempting the test one must be focused, and be able to manage time properly and be smart in approach. As the seats are limited and aspirants are in thousands one has to prepare really well in order to get admission to his or her preferred branch. Take as many mock-tests as possible to enhance your skills and manage time efficiently and the hardwork will pay off definitely.

Many reputed companies like TCS, Accenture, Infosys, IBM, JK Techno soft, HCL, Wipro, Bharti Telesoft and PSU's which include ONGC, IOCL, NPCIL participate in the recruitment drives. Over the years, the average placement rate has been over 60% with the average package at offer being between 4-7LPA. The statistics denote that for the computer science and electronics branch the placement rate has been higher, mostly over 75%.

The Hostels are allotted during the admission process itself. There are 19 Halls of Residence in total and one Non-Resident Students Centre (NRSC). Out of the total, 13 hostels are for boys and 04 are for girls.

All the hostels in AMU have sharing rooms. There are four-seater, three-seaters and two-seaters rooms. No individual room is allotted to students in hostels. In case a student needs a single room then he can opt for a private hostel or PG’s around the university. Basic facilities in hostel rooms such as light, fan, cupboards are available. The hostels are situated in the midst of scenic beauty.

The hostel facilities at AMU are really very good. It provides a new corporate life at the University. Each hall has a Common Room with facilities for indoor games, a Reading Room, Library, Sports Clubs, and a Literary and Cultural Society. Also, Self-governance by students is encouraged. Badminton courts, Basketball courts, and TT Tables are also present in all hostels

Internet Connectivity: Internet connectivity is good in the hostels. High-speed WI-FI service of 72MBps is available in the hostels of AMU.

Cheap Dining fee: The monthly dining charges of AMU hostels vary between 1000–1300 per month, which is really cheap as compared to other government universities.

Canteens are also available on the campus as well as around the hostels. Water supply in the washrooms is available 24 hours. Power cut-off is very rare in these hostels. All in all, a student will not be disappointed if he /she opts for a hostel facility at Aligarh Muslim University considering the facilities provided in it.

Aligarh Muslim University is one of the most reputed universities in the nation. Its overall NIRF ranking is 19 while the law college ranks 11th. The college has a strong alumni network and innumerable legal icons are a product of this college who have rendered services for the highest authorities in the nation.

Notable points for admission process are:

• Exam name: AMU BA LLB or CLAT
• Eligibility: minimum 50% marks in 10+2
• Courses offered: LLB, BA LLB, LLM, Diploma
• Total seats: 220
• Tuition fees: 12,000 per year
• Teacher to student ratio: 1:20

The law college has a traditional approach and one might argue that the students are not provided with modern day learning methods and enough exposure as few of the other private institutes or the NLUs. But if one wishes to get into the judiciary, academics or civil services this is one of the best choices undoubtedly. The college boasts of a highly eminent and star studded, esteemed faculties also inviting reputed guest lecturers from time to time.

Placement Highlights:

Regular moot courts, seminars are organised to enable students to gain exposure. Key highlights about the placement statistics are:

• Median salary package offered is 10 lpa
• Highest package offered is 14 lpa
• Top recruiters being Aon Hewitt, ColumbiaAsia, ICICI, BPCL among many others
• Approximately 20% students selected by Judicial Services competitions of the country
• Placement rate over 70%
• Students get opportunity to intern under various district and high courts or in corporate sectors as well

Most students either pursue higher studies or start practising law and excel in whatever field they choose due to the immense knowledge gained at this institution. The college also increases exposure by adopting innovative practices like Practical Training Programme, Legal Internship Programme and Legal Literacy and Mass Awareness Programme in remote districts.