About Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is a prominent public central university located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1875 by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan as the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College, it was later transformed into a university in 1920 under the Aligarh Muslim University Act.
AMU has a rich academic and cultural heritage and offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, and professional programs across disciplines including Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Medicine, Law, Management, Social Sciences, and Languages.
The university is known for its strong emphasis on higher education, research, innovation, and community development. Its historic campus includes academic departments, residential facilities, libraries, laboratories, healthcare services, sports facilities, and other student amenities.
With its diverse academic programs, research opportunities, historic legacy, and vibrant campus environment, Aligarh Muslim University continues to be one of India's leading institutions for higher education and research.