About
OfficialAllahabad University is a public university in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1887 and the fourth oldest university in India.
- Established on 23rd September 1887
- Fourth oldest university in India
- Located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Faculties of Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law
- Motto: Quot Rami Tot Arbores
History
The University of Allahabad was established on 23rd September 1887 and is the fourth oldest university in India after Calcutta, Bombay and Madras. Its roots trace to the Muir Central College, a large central college in Allahabad conceived by Sir William Muir, Lt. Governor of United Provinces, whose foundation stone was laid on Dec. 9 1873 by Lord Northbrook. The university started as a degree conferring institution, and its first entrance examination was held in March 1889. The University of Allahabad Act of 1921 caused the Muir Central College to lose its independent existence.
About
The university's mission is to disseminate and advance knowledge by providing instructional and research facilities in the branches of learning. It envisions itself as a global hub of knowledge and academic excellence. Its motto, Quot Rami Tot Arbores, translates as as many branches, so many trees. From the beginning, the university has been concerned about women's education.
Academics
The university has faculties of Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law. Admission routes include UG admission via CUET-UG, B.A.B.Ed. admission via CUET-NCTE, and PG admission via the PGAT entrance test followed by counselling and document verification. PG admission is also available through merit cut-off and online counselling, and a PG Sports Quota is offered.
Campus & Facilities
The university's address is Senate House Campus, University Road, Old Katra, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh - 211002. Since 1911 many new buildings have been added to the Senate House Campus and the Chathem Lines campus. Facilities listed include university hostels, a Computer Centre, campus-wide network and internet, and the Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence (DACE) Academic Complex.
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Courses offered
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Hostel
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Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources