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Apply online through the ACU admissions portal. Fill in personal and academic details, upload documents (mark sheets, ID proof, photographs, category certificate if applicable), and pay the application fee online. You'll receive a confirmation email with your application number. For offline queries, contact 08234-287271.

Applications open in January. Early deadline is March 31 for priority processing and scholarship consideration. Entrance tests (ACU-RET) are held in May. Final deadline and counselling begins in June-July. Specific dates vary by program — always check the official notification.

Class X & XII mark sheets, qualifying exam score card (NEET/KCET/ACU-RET), transfer and conduct certificates, migration certificate, category/caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, 8 passport-size photographs, and valid ID proof. International students additionally need passport copy, student visa, and AIU equivalence certificate.

Fee structure varies by program and category. Government quota seats follow Karnataka FRC norms; management quota fees are set by the university. ACU supports instalment-based payment plans. Detailed fee breakdowns are available in the official notification for each program. Contact the Admission Cell at admissions@acu.edu.in for your specific program.

Lateral entry and transfer admissions are available for select programs (primarily engineering and pharmacy). You must meet the eligibility criteria and have cleared the required semesters from a recognised university. Seat availability and credit transfer are evaluated case-by-case. Contact the Admissions Cell for details.

Yes, NEET is mandatory for MBBS. Candidates must have passed 12th with English + Physics, Chemistry & Biology. Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for General Merit (45% for SC/ST/Category I). AIMS has 250 MBBS seats with clinical rotations at the 1100+ bed AHRC hospital.

Passed 12th with English + Physics & Maths along with Chemistry/Biotech/Electronics/CS. Minimum 45% for GM (40% for SC/ST). State entrance exam (KCET/COMEDK) or ACU entrance test required. BGSIT offers CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, and more with 86% average placement.

Passed 12th with English + Physics, Chemistry & Biology. Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB and English for GM (40% for SC/ST). Post Basic B.Sc Nursing requires GNM diploma + 2 years work experience. ACN has 70+ nursing faculty with international placement opportunities.

B.Pharm: 12th with English + PCB/Maths. Pharm.D: same or D.Pharm from PCI-approved institution. M.Pharm requires B.Pharm with 55% (50% SC/ST). SACP is NIRF ranked #80 with 92% placement rate. State entrance or ACU test required for UG programs.

PG degree with 55% (50% SC/ST) in the relevant subject. ACU Ph.D Entrance Test is required, but candidates with GATE, UGC-NET, GPAT, or M.Phil may be exempted — they must still attend the interview. Fellowships of up to ₹30,000/month available. 8 research centres across all faculties.

Must have passed MBBS from an MCI-recognised Medical College and qualified NEET-PG. Same criteria for SC/ST and GM categories. BGS MCH Hospital offers 650 beds and 30+ clinical departments for specialisation training. Super-speciality programs (DM, M.Ch) also available.

ACU offers: Vidyasiri (up to ₹21,000/yr), Post Matric SSP (~₹18,000/yr), Merit-cum-Means (up to ₹25,000/yr), SC/ST full fee + hostel reimbursement, Minority Welfare, EWS support, ACU Academic Excellence (up to 100% tuition), Ph.D Fellowships (₹15,000/month), and Sports & Cultural concessions. Visit our Scholarship Portal for details.

Yes, multiple: SC/ST students get full tuition fee reimbursement + free hostel via GoK schemes. OBC students qualify for Post Matric SSP and Merit-cum-Means scholarships. Apply through the Karnataka SSP portal. ACU's Student Welfare Cell assists with the entire process.

Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships. However, some government schemes don't allow simultaneous benefit from two state-funded scholarships. ACU institutional scholarships can often be combined with government schemes. Confirm with the Admissions Office for your specific combination.

The Karnataka SSP portal is the official platform for all government post-matric scholarships. Register with Aadhaar + mobile number, select your scheme, upload documents. Window is typically October–March. Call 1902 for SSP helpline. ACU's Welfare Cell can guide you through the process.

Choose your program, verify eligibility, apply online, upload documents (mark sheets, passport, AIU equivalence, 8 photos), and pay the reservation fee. ACU issues a provisional admission letter + visa support letter. Contact international@acu.edu.in for guidance. 50+ programs available across 8 faculties.

Yes, all international students (except Nepal/Bhutan citizens) must register with FRRO within 14 days of arriving in India. The university assists with the process. Visa extension applications must be submitted one month before expiry. ACU provides dedicated international student support.

Yes, the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) equivalence certificate is required for international students to validate foreign qualifications. This ensures your degree is recognised in India. Apply through the AIU website before or alongside your ACU application. All documents must be attested and translated to English.

Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls on the 67-acre campus. Furnished rooms, Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, mess with nutritious meals, and recreational areas. Hostel fees are separate from tuition. Priority for outstation students. SC/ST scholars may get free hostel under government schemes. Apply at the time of admission.

ACU is located on a 67-acre campus in B.G. Nagara, NH-75, Mandya District, Karnataka. Facilities include a 1100+ bed AHRC teaching hospital, central library, IDEA Lab, smart classrooms, research labs, sports arenas, separate hostels, cafeteria, and cultural centres. The campus houses 8 faculties with 500+ faculty members.

Each faculty has a dedicated Training & Placement Cell with campus drives, industry workshops, resume building, and mock interviews. 200+ recruiter partnerships across healthcare, IT, pharma, and education. Average placement rate is 86%. BGSIT Engineering alone achieves 86% with top MNC recruiters. SACP Pharmacy has 92% placement.

The average placement rate across all faculties is 86%. Individual highlights: BGSIT Engineering — 86%, SACP Pharmacy — 92%, B.Ed (BGS CoE) — 85%. Nursing graduates are placed in hospitals across India and abroad. Medical graduates join residency programs at top hospitals. Each faculty's T&P Cell works year-round to ensure industry readiness.

80+ programs across 8 faculties: Medicine, Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Allied Health, Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Commerce & Management. Includes MBBS, B.E., B.Pharm, B.Sc Nursing, BPT, B.Com, B.Ed, MBA, M.Tech, MD/MS, Ph.D, DM/M.Ch, and more. Browse the complete program list.

ACU is NAAC A+ accredited (highest quality assurance), UGC recognised, NIRF ranked among top universities, with NBA accreditation for select programs and AICTE approval for engineering/management. Established in 2012, the university has 100+ MoUs with international institutions.