Azim Premji University, Bangalore

Azim Premji University was founded in 2020. The university is also known as APU Bangalore. The University has been established in Karnataka under the Azim Premji University Act 2010 as a non-profit university. Azim Premji University is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 2F. APU Bangalore offers courses to the students at two levels namely undergraduate and postgraduate.  

Azim Premji University mission is to prepare graduates with great competence, integrity, and social commitment. The vision of Azim Premji University is to contribute to the realisation of a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society. The university is spread over 12 acres of land. Azim Premji University is organised into 5 schools and a university-wide research centre. The school of studies at Azim Premji University are the School of Education, School of Development, School of Policy and Governance, School of Arts and Sciences, and School of Continuing Education. 

Azim Premji University courses are offered in the field of Education, Development Studies, Public Policy, Arts, Sciences, and Law. Courses offered by Azim Premji University are BSc, BSc and BEd, BSc Biology Hons, BSc Mathematics Hons, BSc Physics Hons, BA, BA Economics Hons, BA English Hons, BA History Hons, BA Philosophy, LLM Law and Development, MA Development, MA Economics, MA Education, MA Public Policy and Governance. Azim Premji University provides every basic facility to its students to ensure that they don’t face any inconvenience. APU Bangalore has collaborated with Michigan State University, Administrative Training Institute, Mysore and Institute of New Economic Thinking. 

Azim Premji University Location

Azim Premji University is located at Burugunte Village, Bikkanahalli main road Sarjapur, Bengaluru. The Bangalore City Railway Station is the nearest railway station to the University. There is good connectivity from the MG Road area of Bangalore city as well to reach the University. Kempegowda International Airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 52.4 km. It will be convenient for students to take a bus or cab to reach APU Bangalore.

Azim Premji University Collaborations

• Michigan State University

• Administrative Training Institute, Mysore

• Institute of New Economic Thinking

Azim Premji University Clubs

Azim Premji University has several clubs that meet the students’ interests. Clubs at APU Bangalore contribute to the creation of a vibrant student community. Clubs at the university are the Sports Club, Culture Club, Celluloid Club, Poetry Club, Drama Club, Media and Editorial Club and Pahal. Below given are the clubs at Azim Premji University.

• Pahal Club- Pahal Club of Azim Premji University reflects the idea that the welfare of an individual is directly or indirectly related to the development of the society at large. There are several initiatives that are undertaken by the club such as waste management, blood donation, adopting an old age home for the mentally challenged, slum improvement etc.

• Kaapi Aur Charcha-  This is an informal platform created by students of APU Bangalore where they invite anyone with whom they wanna have a conversation. The club aims at having a conversation without any set agenda. 

• Sports Club- It is one of the most active clubs of Azim Premji University. The club aims at promoting sports activities, encouraging students to participate in sports, and providing equal opportunities to all. The Club conducts several tournaments every year including Volley Ball, Cricket, Badminton, Chess, Table Tennis and Carrom.

Azim Premji University Notable Alumni

Azim Premji University Infrastructure and Facilities

Azim Premji University facilities are provided as per the students’ requirements. The main objective of the university is to make sure students are able to focus on their studies. APU Bangalore offers a comfortable and learning environment for the students. The library is there to meet the students’ research needs. The library has a collection of over 51981 books and subscribes to over 3459 print and online journals. The university also provides leased hostel facilities to the students. Guest rooms are also available at APU Bangalore, helping students family members not to worry about the accommodation. 

Azim Premji University has well-equipped classrooms, to promote and make sure that students are participating in extracurricular activities, the university has a multipurpose playground. The playground is used for various sports activities. Medical facilities are also available at Azim Premji University for students. Azim Premji University facilities include a library, hostels, halls, classrooms, auditorium, cafeteria, computer centre. 

Azim Premji University Courses

There are a total of 15 courses in the field of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Education, Sciences, Law, and Commerce are offered by Azim Premji University. Azim Premji University courses are BSc, BSc and BEd, BSc Biology Hons, BSc Mathematics Hons, BSc Physics Hons, BA, BA Economics Hons, BA English Hons, BA History Hons, BA Philosophy, LLM Law and Development, MA Development, MA Economics, MA Education, MA Public Policy and Governance. Azim Premji University courses fee will vary according to the course a student is applying to. Azim Premji University courses are offered at two levels- undergraduate and postgraduate. Azim Premji University courses and their eligibility criteria are tabulated below.

Azim Premji University Courses and Eligibility Criteria

Azim Premji University Admissions

Azim Premji University admissions are offered at two levels namely undergraduate and postgraduate. For APU Bangalore UG admission, students must meet the eligibility criteria according to the course he/she is applying for. The minimum admission eligibility criteria for Azim Premji University undergraduate admission is that students must have passed higher secondary (10+2) with a minimum of 50% from a recognised board. Whereas, for Azim Premji University PG admission, students must hold a bachelor degree from a recognised university. Azim Premji University selection procedure will include an entrance examination, personal interview, document verification, and payment of the fees. Students seeking admission to undergraduate programmes at APU Bangalore can also get admission via valid SAT scores.

Azim Premji University UG Admission Process

• Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria

• Eligible candidates must appear for an entrance examination conducted by the university as a part of the Azim Premji University admission process.

• The university also accepts valid SAT scores for Azim Premji University UG admissions.

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview.

• APU Bangalore selection process will be completed after document verification.

Azim Premji University PG Admission Process

• Apply to the programme by visiting the official website of the university.

• Appearing for an entrance examination conducted by the university.

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

• The final seats will be allotted to the candidates after document verification and payment of the fees.

Azim Premji University Scholarships

Azim Premji University offers three types of financial aid to students- scholarships, education loans, and additional support for working professionals. Azim Premji University scholarships are provided to students based on factors such as family income, the requirement for living assistance, need-based etc. Azim Premji University scholarships are Extensive Need-Based Scholarships and tuition fee waiver. Documents that need to be submitted along with the application form for APU Bangalore scholarships are- latest salary slip of salaried members of the family, pension order/bank statement showing pension amount credited, form 16 issued by an employer of salaried members of the family, If self-employed, audited profit & loss account statements for last 3 years, proof of scholarship awarded for prior study (certificate, letter, etc, siblings’ education fees receipts, documents pertaining to loans taken (house loan, agricultural loan, education loan etc), proof of major medical expenses incurred in last two years for the family members, if any, and BPL certificate where applicable.

Azim Premji University Placement

Azim Premji University placement cell conducts various training programmes to make students industry-ready. Azim Premji University placement procedure is a 4 step process that includes sending placements brochures, campus visit, pre-placement talks, written test and interview. The main function of Azim Premji University placement cell is to figure out the job opportunities and communicate with recruiting organisations. The cell encourages students to actively participate in social sectors and develops a desire for the development of society.