Latest Updates from University of Allahabad – July 2025

The University of Allahabad is buzzing with fresh developments across undergraduate and postgraduate admissions, faculty restructuring, and student life. Here’s a roundup of the latest updates affecting students, faculty, and prospective applicants.

UG Admission via CUET‑UG 2025

The most significant update today is the start of undergraduate admission for the academic year 2025–26 based on CUET‑UG 2025.

• Registration Period: July 16–26, 2025

• Phase 1: Registration and profile update (upload admit card, scorecard, class X & XII marksheets, photo, signature, caste certificate if applicable)

• Phase 2: Course selection and fee payment post CUET result

Registrations are being processed through the national Samarth Portal, the common admission gateway for central universities.

CUET‑UG 2025 Admission Timeline

PG Admissions Moved to AU Portal

In a significant shift, the university is handling postgraduate admissions on its own portal instead of the Samarth system.

• The move follows delays on the Samarth portal: PG entrance exams were held June 10–13, results out by June 27—but admissions stalled for 17 days.

• Vice‑Chancellor Prof Sangita Srivastava has approved the switch; the university has integrated exam results on its portal and will soon announce schedules.

• UG admissions remain on Samarth, while PG applications transition to the internal system .

Key Points:

• AU conducted all PG entrance exams (PGAT‑1, PGAT‑2, IPS, LLB, LLM, MCom) between June 10–13; over 28,000 candidates participated.

• Complete admissions for PG now underway on AU’s portal—schedule updates expected soon.

PGAT‑II Admit Cards Released

For those applying to teacher training and professional courses, PGAT‑II admit cards are now available.

• Candidates for BEd, MEd, MCA, MVoc in Media Studies, MSc Food Technology, and other IPS programmes can download admit cards from the AU official website.

• The announcement includes details on exam venues, modes, and schedules .

Recent Campus Events & Initiatives

1 International Yoga Day Celebration

On June 21, AU commemorated the 11th International Yoga Day in collaboration with The Times of India.

• Hosted in historic Vizianagaram Hall with participation from staff, faculty, and students.

• VC Prof Sangita Srivastava delivered an inspiring address highlighting yoga’s role in balancing academics and well‑being.

• Sessions led by Prof Archana Chahal and student trainers Gauri and Pragati, with a focus on asanas and guided breathing.

2 Faculty & Administrative Notices

Recent circulars include:

• July 15, 2025: New notification on PG admissions via AU portal.

• Mid‑July: Announcements for certificate and diploma courses in French, German, Russian.

• Early July: Notices for MTech (ECE & CSE) admissions, revised scholarship schedules, and executive council appointments.

Additional Campus Highlights

• NAAC Peer Team Visit: Scheduled end of May for reaccreditation (expected “A” grade).

• Faculty Recruitments: New positions opening in statistics across eight departments, and postings for ~321 teaching staff (professor, associate, assistant) earlier in April 2025.

• Research Initiatives: The Centre for Behavioural & Cognitive Sciences (CBCS) continues its work on EEG, fMRI, VR-based labs, and outreach events like the Brain Bee quiz.

Student & Campus Community Buzz

• AU’s official subreddit has seen increasing engagement: a January meetup was described as “huge success” with “meaningful conversations”.

• Community initiatives support devotees during Kumbh 2025, hosting over 5,000 pilgrims in campus-hosted hostels and providing water, breakfast, and guidance.

Summary 

Today’s Key Updates at University of Allahabad:

1. UG admissions via CUET‑UG underway (July 16–26).

2. PG admissions switched to AU’s own portal after Samarth delays.

3. PGAT‑II admit cards released for BEd, MCA, MSc, MEd, etc.

4. Yoga Day celebrated with community wellness focus.

5. Faculty appointments and updates to scholarships and diplomas ongoing.

6. NAAC reaccreditation peer team visitation in late May.

7. Growing student engagement and community events (meetups, Kumbh support).

What’s Next?

• UG Phase II: Watch for phase II announcements (programme selection and fee deadlines).

• PG Admission Timelines: AU portal to release schedules soon.

• Follow-Up Events: Keep an eye on new courses, workshops, faculty updates, and campus wellness activities.

Final Thoughts

The University of Allahabad remains fully dynamic, with synchronized efforts in admissions, academics, wellness, and community engagement. Whether you’re an undergraduate, postgraduate aspirant, or staff, staying connected to these updates ensures you’re informed about deadlines, campus life, and institutional growth.