Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Indore was established in 2016. The University is recognised by UGC and approved by AICTE. The University offers UG, PG, Diploma and PhD programmes in numerous specializations. Admission to all the courses is based on Merit as well as Entrance Exam. 

The University has a good placement cell and some of the names of eminent recruiters who have visited the campus are Aditya Birla, Chegg, Wipro and many more. Candidates can apply to this University online. 

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Highlights

Established | Type 2016 | Private
Affiliated to UGC
Approved By AICTE
Courses Offered UG, PG, PhD, Diploma Programmes
No. of Faculties Functioning 177
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Entrance Based & Merit Based
Facilities Available Hostel, Library, Canteen, Transport
Entrance Exams JEE Mains, GATE, CMAT, GPAT
Top Recruiters Wipro, Chegg & Aditya Birla Group
Official Website https://www.aku.ac.in/

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Courses

The College offers numerous programmes and the details about the same are tabulated below that candidates can check:

Courses  Details 
BE Specializations: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Information and Technology, Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics
Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM
Selection Criteria: JEE Mains
B.Pharm Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
BCA Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
BBA Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed in any Discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
B.Sc Specialization: PCM, Bio, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Computer Science, Fashion Design
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in relevant Discipline 
B.Com Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any Stream
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
B.Arch Duration: 5 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed with PCM
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
BA Specializations: Plain, Computer Duration:3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
BSW Duration:3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed in any Discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
LLB Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Graduation in any Discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
BA LLB Duration:5 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
B.Ed Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Graduation/ Post Graduation
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
M.Tech Specializations: Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Technology and Application, Cyber Security, Digital Communication, Power System, Thermal Engineering and Structural Engineering
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility:B.E./B. tech/MCA Passed
Selection Criteria: GATE 
M.Pharm Specialization: Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
Duration:2 Years
Eligibility: B. Pharm Passed Selection Criteria: GPAT Score
M.Sc Specialization: Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Botany & Agriculture
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Passed Graduation Selection Criteria: Merit Based
M.A Specializations: English, Hindi, Geography, Political science, Education, Psychology, Sociology
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Passed Graduation
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
M.Com Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Passed graduation
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
MSW Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Passed graduation
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
MCA Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Graduation with Maths as Subject in 10+2 or Graduation
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
MBA Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Any Graduation
Selection Criteria: CMAT Score 
PhD Specialization: All Disciplines
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Post Graduation in Relevant Discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
Diploma in Engineering Specializations: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication, Electrical Engineering
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Passed 10th
Selection Criteria: Merit Based 
Diploma in Pharmacy Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed Selection Criteria: Merit Based
Diploma in Fashion Design  Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
Diploma in Computer Applications Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: 10+2 Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications  Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Graduate Passed
Selection Criteria: Merit Based 

Check course fee information Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Courses & Fees

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Admission

Admission to different courses in this University is Merit and Entrance Based. Marks obtained in the last examination and respective entrance exam is counted. The students can take part in the University admission counselling with a valid entrance exam score and after clearing the minimum eligibility criteria. 

 How to Apply?  

Candidates who wish to get admission in this College need to follow the below-given steps:

  • Visit the Official Website of the University
  • Click on the Admission Tab which is there on Menu Tab
  • Click on application form 
  • Fill in the form with required details 
  • Upload the required documents and click submit
  • Pay the application fee and take the print out of the same for future reference.

For detailed information read  Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Admission

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Placements

The University has maintained a good placement record over the last few years. Every year, top recruiters visit the campus and recruit the students from different fields. 

Course No. of Students Placed Highest CTC Offered
MCA/CS- IT 5 INR 2,50,000/-
B. Pharm- Pharmacy 12 INR 2,00,000/-
Diploma Mechanical- Engineering 9 INR 1,50,000/-

Some of the names of top recruiters who had visited the University for the placements and internships are Aditya Birla Group, Wipro, Chegg, Tudip, Sun Pharma & Rooprang.

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University Scholarship

Madhya Pradesh Government has introduced different schemes of scholarship for students who belong to SC/OBC/ST categories. In the same way, schemes are also there for students who belong to minority communities. 

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University (AKU) Facilities

The University has many facilities that help students as well as the faculty members. All the facilities are maintained and repaired from time to time. Some of the facilities are listed below:

  • Library: The library has 44,321+ books available for students. All the facilities which are required by students are present in the University library like lending and book bank section. 
  • Healthcare and Medical: Students are also provided with health-related facilities and immediate first aid and ambulance service is also available for students. 
  • Transport: The University runs around 30 buses that have a seating capacity of approximately 1000 students. 
  • Canteen: University has hygienic and spacious canteen that provide delicious meals to students at reasonable prices. Mini Cafes, as well as centres of fast food, are there in many blocks. 
  • Bank and ATM: The University has PNB bank that serves the needs of faculty as well as students. 
  • Sports: The University has facilities for indoor games such as table tennis, carroms, shuttle badminton, chess. Even the stadium provides all facilities for athletics, cricket, football and has courts for volleyball, badminton, tennis etc. 
  • Wi-Fi Facility: The entire campus has an internet facility of 5MBPS. It has 24*7 facility of Wi-Fi to help students as well as members of faculty. 

Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University FAQs

Ques. Does Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University has campus radio?

Ans. Yes, Radio Popcorn is a campus radio that provides information regarding educational opportunities as well as career guidance. It broadcasts every day for 10 hours. 

Ques. Does Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University has a placement cell?

Ans.  Yes, the University has a dedicated placement cell which works as a bridge between students and the companies coming for campus recruitment. Every year, large number of companies select students from different fields. 

Ques. Does Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University has laboratories?

Ans. Yes, the campus has different laboratories that are well-equipped. The College has computer lab, IT/MCA lab, mechanical lab, civil lab, physics lab, chemistry lab, pharmacy lab, engineering drawing lab, electrical and electronics lab. 

Ques. How can I get admission in the BE Course which is offered by Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University?

Ans.  To get admission in BE program in any specialization, it's important for the candidate to get a valid score in the JEE mains which is conducted twice in a year. Otherwise, the student won't get admission in this University. 

Ques. Does Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University has a conference centre?

Ans. The University has furnished conference as well as seminar hall which has video & projection systems. Workshops are conducted here for updating the knowledge of faculty members working in the University. The hall has seating capacity of around 300 members and 50 members can be accommodated in a conference hall.