University of Allahabad campus
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Global rank #1950

University of Allahabad

Prayagraj, India

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About

The University of Allahabad is a central university located in Prayagraj, in Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established on 23 September 1887 by an act of Parliament and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance (INI). It is the regarded as the fourth oldest modern university in India. Its origins lie in the Muir Central College, named after Lt. Governor of North-Western Provinces Sir William Muir in 1873, who suggested the idea of a Central University at Allahabad, which later evolved to the present university. Its status as a central university was re-established through the University of Allahabad Act 2005 by the Parliament of India.

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Key facts

Global rank
#1950
Location
Prayagraj, India
Founded
1887
Students
26,386
How to apply
Direct portal

Programmes

Programme details for this university are being added. Visit the official website for current courses.