Last Updated: May 2026
University of Allahabad CUET 2027 — what aspirants should know first
The University of Allahabad (AU), founded in 1887 and re-designated a Central University in 2005, is the fourth-oldest modern university in India. For CUET 2027 University of Allahabad admission, the institution accepts CUET-UG for nearly all undergraduate programmes and CUET-PG for masters admissions. Located in Prayagraj, AU has historically produced civil servants, jurists and scholars at a rate few public universities match.
Quick Facts — University of Allahabad
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Central University |
| Established | 1887 (Central status: 2005) |
| NAAC Grade | A++ (CGPA 3.51) |
| NIRF University Rank 2025 | 40 |
| Campus | Prayagraj (multi-campus, ~30 acres) |
| Faculties | 13 Faculties, 11 Constituent Colleges |
| UG Admission | CUET-UG 2027 |
| PG Admission | CUET-PG 2027 |
| Annual UG Fee | ₹6,000 – ₹25,000 |
UG Programmes Through CUET-UG 2027
- BA (Hons.) in History, Political Science, Economics, English, Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit, Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology, Geography, Modern Indian Languages
- BSc (Hons.) in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Statistics, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Earth Sciences, Geology
- BCom (Hons.)
- BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) — CUET + portfolio + interview
- LLB (3-year) — through separate AU LLB entrance + CUET
Top PG Programmes Through CUET-PG 2027
| Programme | Seats | Selectivity |
|---|---|---|
| MA Economics | 50 | High |
| MA Political Science | 50 | High |
| MA History | 50 | High |
| MA Hindi | 40 | Moderate |
| MSc Physics | 40 | High |
| MSc Mathematics | 50 | Moderate |
| MBA | 60 | CAT/CUET-PG + GD/PI |
Expected CUET Cutoffs 2027
| Programme | General (out of 800) | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA Economics (Hons.) | 620 | 580 | 520 |
| BA Political Science (Hons.) | 600 | 560 | 500 |
| BSc Mathematics | 610 | 570 | 510 |
| BCom (Hons.) | 590 | 550 | 490 |
| BA English (Hons.) | 580 | 540 | 480 |
Application Process
- Register and fill CUET-UG / CUET-PG 2027 form on cuet.samarth.ac.in.
- Choose University of Allahabad (UoA) as a preference; pick relevant subjects.
- Take CUET in May-June 2027.
- After CUET results, apply on AU’s separate admission portal (auadmissions.com).
- Pay AU application fee (₹500 General / ₹250 reserved per programme).
- Document verification + counselling at the AU campus, Prayagraj.
Reservation Policy
- SC: 15% | ST: 7.5% | OBC: 27% | EWS: 10% | PwD: 5%
- UP State students: no separate domicile reservation; merit only
- Single-Girl-Child relaxation up to 5 marks for select programmes
Hostel and Campus Life
AU has 19 hostels (12 men, 7 women) accommodating ~7,000 students. Hostel fees range ₹10,000–₹25,000/year (mess inclusive). The university spans the historic Senate House, Old Campus and Chatham Lines campuses — a heritage setting blended with modern science blocks. Prayagraj’s cost of living is low (₹6,000–₹10,000/month including hostel mess).
UPSC and Civil Services Pipeline
AU’s reputation as the “Oxford of the East” rests partly on its civil services placement record. Roughly 18–25 final selections in UPSC CSE come from AU graduates each year. The university’s central library and dedicated UPSC reading rooms are a standout study resource for aspirants.
Why Choose AU?
- Central University tag with NAAC A++ at fees lower than any private institution
- Strong humanities + social sciences faculty, deep alumni network
- Proximity to UPSC Civil Services prep ecosystem (Mukherjee Nagar Patna axis)
- Heritage campus, low living cost, robust scholarship pool
FAQ
Is AU admission only through CUET in 2027?
Yes — all UG and most PG admissions are via CUET-UG / CUET-PG. Only LLB and a handful of professional programmes have separate entrance tests.
What is the CUET cutoff for AU BA Economics 2027?
Expected General cutoff is ~620/800; OBC ~580 and SC/ST ~520. The Economics department is one of AU’s most competitive UG programmes.
Are hostels guaranteed at University of Allahabad?
Hostel allotment is merit + first-year priority. Roughly 60% of UG students get hostel; PG students see higher allocation rates.
Is University of Allahabad good for UPSC preparation?
Historically yes — AU produces 18–25 UPSC CSE selections annually. The campus has dedicated UPSC reading rooms, mock interview support, and a strong civil-services alumni network.
