APG Shimla University Admission 2020 – APG Shimla invites online application form for admission in UG, PG, diploma, certificate, and doctoral programmes at agu.edu.in. Courses are offered in engineering, architecture, commerce, computer application, design, journalism, law, management, hospitality, etc. Admission is offered based on qualifying exam merit, national level entrance exam scores, and APGSU Aptitude test as applicable. To know all about APG Shimla University admission 2020 like how to apply, courses offered, selection process, fee structure, scholarships, placements and more, read below.
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APG Shimla University Admission 2020
APG Shimla University also provides 4 types of scholarships to the eligible candidates taking admission in the institute. The important dates of APG Shimla University admission 2020 can be checked from the table below:
APG Shimla University Admission 2020 | Dates |
Application process opens | Going on |
Last date to apply | To be announced |
APG Shimla University Admission 2020 Application Form
The application form to apply for APG Shimla University admission 2020 is available both in online and offline mode.

Online application process: The candidates can check below the steps to apply online for APG Shimla University admission 2020 via online application process at agu.edu.in:
Step 1: Do online registration on the website portal, agu.edu.in.
Step 2: An automated verification link is sent to the registered email id.
Step 3: On clicking the link, the account is activated and the candidates are redirected to online payment portal.
Step 4: After successful payment the APG Shimla University admission 2020 application process is completed.
Application fee: Rs. 1000 to be paid using net banking / credit / debit card
Offline application process: The candidates can check below the steps to apply online for APG Shimla University admission 2020 via offline application process:
Step 1: Download the APG Shimla University admission 2020 application form from the website agu.edu.in or get it from University.
Step 2: Send the filled application form along with DD of the application fee to the University
address s given below:
Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University,
Mehli- Shogi Bypass Road,
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Step 3: After successfully receiving the filled application form, the forms are scrutinized and students are intimated about the further process.
Application fee: Rs. 1000 to be paid using DD
APG Shimla University Admission 2020 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for admission in various courses is given below:
Architecture
- B.Arch: Pass with 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 (PCM) or Diploma in Architectural Assistantship and equivalent
- B.Planning: Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) in 10+2 with Mathematics as one of the subjects.
Commerce
- B.Com (Hons.): 10+2 with 50% aggregate
Computer Application
- BCA / B.Sc: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- MCA: Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) with Mathematics as one of the subjects at 10+2 or graduation
Design
- B.Sc / B.Des / Diploma: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
Engineering
- B.Tech:
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects
- 50% aggregate in all subjects
- 50% aggregate in the subject group physics, mathematics and chemistry / Vocational subjects
- M.Tech:
- Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) in BE / B.Tech (CSE/ IT/ ECE/CE/EE) or equivalent.
Hospitality
- BHM / Diploma: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- MHM: Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) in Hotel Management or equivalent.
Humanities
- Diploma: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Diploma (Yoga): Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) in UG or equivalent
Journalism
- BAJMC: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- MAJMC: Pass with an aggregate of 50% marks (GEN) and 45% marks (SC/ST) in UG or equivalent
Law
- LLM: Should have secured 50% aggregate marks in LLB / BA LLB or any equivalent degree
- LLB: 50% aggregate marks in UG in any stream to be eligible for this program
- BA LLB: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
Management
- BBA: 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- MBA: 50% aggregate marks in UG or equivalent
Sciences
- B.Sc: 10+2 or equivalent (with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biotechnology / Biology) with 50% aggregate marks.
Ph.D in Physics / Chemistry/ Management / Journalism / Law/ Mechanical / Electrical
- Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline with 55% (GEN) / 50%(SC/ST) marks in aggregate
- Other conditions as prescribed guidelines for Degree of Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) Programmes
APG Shimla University Admission 2020 Selection Criteria
The selection of candidates for APG Shimla University admission 2020 in various courses is based on the below given 3 criteria:
- National level entrance exam scores
- The merit of the qualifying exam
- APG Shimla University (APGSU) Aptitude test
Let us check below the courses under the 3 selection criteria
Admission based on national level entrance exams | Admission on merit | Admission based on APGSU aptitude test |
B.Arch – NATA | LLM | B.Planning |
B.Tech – JEE Main | LLB | B.Com (Hons.) |
M.Tech – GATE | MAJMC | BCA |
MBA – CAT / XAT / MAT / ATMA / GMAT / HPUMAT / HPCET | Diploma | B.Sc |
– | Diploma (Yoga) | B.Des |
– | MHM | BHM |
– | MCA | BAJMC |
– | – | BA LLB |
– | – | BBA |
Courses Offered via APG Shimla University Admission 2020
The following courses are offered via APG Shimla University admission 2020:
School of Engineering ad Technology
Masters Programs
- Master of Technology – Computer Science Engineering
- Master of Technology – Civil Engineering
- Master of Technology – Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Technology – Electrical Engineering
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Technology – Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Technology – Computer Science Engineering
- Bachelor of Technology – Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Technology – Electrical Engineering
Advance Computing (Bachelor Programs )
- Bachelor of Technology – Computer Technology in AI
- Bachelor of Technology – Computer Technology in Data Science
- Bachelor of Technology – Computer Technology in IOT
- Bachelor of Technology – Computer Science Engineering (Cloud Technology & Information Security)
School of Computer Application
Masters Programs
- Masters of Computer Applications (MCA)
Bachelor Programs
- Bachelor of Computer Applications BCA
- B.Sc. Animation
- B.Sc. IT
- B.Sc. Cyber-Security
- Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) Cloud Technology & Information Security
School of Science and Research
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Science – Forensic Science
- Bachelor of Science – Bio Technology
School of Management
Masters Programs
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) HR/IB/Marketing/Finance
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) Corporate
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) Digital Marketing & E Commerce
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- “Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Business Analytics”
- “Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Aviation”
- “Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Brand Management & Communication”
School of Commerce
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) in Financial Market by NSE
- Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) in International Accounting and Finance ( with ACCA)
School of Hospitality & Tourism Management
Masters Program
- Master of Hotel Management (MHM)
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)
Diploma Programs
- Diploma in Food Production (FP)
- Diploma in Food & Beverages (F/B)
- Diploma in House Keeping (HK)
- Diploma in Front Office (FO)
School of Design
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Science – Fashion Design
- B.Des – Communication Design
- B.Des – Product Design
- B. Des – Space Planning & Design
- B.Sc – Apparel Production & Management
Diploma Program
- Diploma in Fashion Design
School of Journalism & Mass Communication
Masters Program
- Master of Arts- Journalism & Mass Communication (MAJMC)
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Arts- Journalism & Mass Communication (BAJMC)
Certificate Program
- Certificate Course in English Communication
School of Architecture & Planning
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Architecture
- Bachelor of Planning
School of Legal Studies
Masters Program
- Master of Law
Bachelor Programs / Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Law
- Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Law (Integrated) BALLB
School of Arts/Humanities
Diploma Programs
- Yoga Sciences
- Diploma in Indian Classical Music
- Diploma in Performing Theatre Arts
Doctoral Programs
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Mechanical Engineering
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Electrical Engineering
- Doctorate of Philosophy- Chemistry
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Physics
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Journalism
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Management
- Doctorate of Philosophy-Law
APG Shimla University Admission 2020 Scholarship Schemes
The scholarships that are offered by the University are of 4 types that are:
- Merit Based Scholarship
- Merit Cum Means Scholarship
- HP Government Scholarship
- Various Concessions
Merit Based Scholarship
This is a merit-based scholarship applicable to students who have secured top 2 positions in12 standard in their respective boards. Also, the scholarship is extended to JEE Main rank holders. The scholarship percentage is given below:
Class 12 toppers:
Rank | Scholarship in Percentage of Tuition Fee |
1st | 75% |
2nd | 50% |
JEE Main rank holders:
Rank | Scholarship in Percentage of Tuition Fee |
upto rank 35000 | 75% |
35001 to 45000 | 50% |
Merit Cum Means Scholarship
Students who fall in a certain income group and have 90% marks (Science) or 80% marks (Arts/ Commerce) in 12th standard, and also have secured 80% score in APGSU aptitude test are elogibel for this scholarship. The criteria is as follows:
Income of parents | Scholarship in Percentage of Tuition Fee |
4 Lakh – 6 Lakh | 75% |
6 Lakh – 8 Lakh | 50% |
8 Lakh – 10 Lakh | 25% |
HP Government Scholarship
This Scholarship is applicable to the students belonging SC/ST/OBC category. The scholarship is administered by the Government of Himachal Pradesh based on annual income of the family. Students with family income below Rs. 2,50,000 are eligible to apply for SC/ST scholarship.
Various Concessions
Various relief in tuition fee is provided as er the table below:
Category | Scholarship in Percentage of Tuition Fee |
Wards of University Employee | 50% |
Girl Students of Himachal Pradesh | 100% |
Girl Students other than Himachal Pradesh | 50% |
Single Girl Child | 100% |
Single Parent Child | 50% |
Differently Abled Child | 100% |
Students whose Siblings are already studying in APGSU | 50% |
Wards of Army / Ex Serviceman / Martyrs/ War Widow’s | 100% |
International / National Level Player in any Sport | 100% |
State Level Player in any Sport | 50% |
APGSU Passed out student seeking Admission in Higher Degree Program | 50% |
APG Shimla University Fee Structure 2020
The fees for various courses is given in the image below:

APG University Shimla Placement Cell
APGSU’s professionally managed dedicated Placement Cell coordinates with leading industries and organises campus interviews, where the students have the choice of opting for the job and organisation of their choice. The placement officer guides the students through initial counseling and mock interviews, aimed at building the confidence for the actual interview.
Students are given proper training, guidance, and counseling on how to prepare their resume, crack interviews, develop divergent thinking, communication skills, master group discussions, and other interactive skills.
About APG University Shimla
Alakh Prakash Goyal University is located on the outskirts of Shimla city, on a hill top. It’s a mini township on its own, with all the facilities within the campus. APG University offers wide variety of courses ranging from engineering, information technology, management, media, commerce, law, hospitality, architecture and fashion.
Alakh Prakash Goyal (APG) Shimla University is established under State Private University Act. It has been approved by the University Grant Commission (UGC) under section 22 of the UGC Act 1956. Other approval include CoA approval, approval from BCI and HPPEIRC course.
contact details:
- 1800 4198 654
- +91-9837503446
- admission@agu.edu.in
- official website: agu.edu.in
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