What is the NIRF ranking of Alagappa University?

In the NIRF 2025 rankings, Alagappa University is ranked #14 among state public universities, #44 among universities and #73 overall.

How are placements at Alagappa University?

In the data Alagappa University submitted to NIRF 2025, 254 of the 1,245 students who graduated from its 2-year PG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (20.4%), at a median salary of ₹1.77 LPA. Another 69 went on to higher studies.

Is Alagappa University a government or private institution?

Alagappa University is a government institution in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, established in 1985. It is affiliated to State University (UGC).

Which bodies approve or accredit Alagappa University?

Alagappa University lists approval or accreditation from UGC and NAAC.

Do students at Alagappa University get scholarships or fee waivers?

In 2023–24, 2,891 of its 4,051 students had their full tuition fee reimbursed: 2,785 through state and central government schemes, 39 by the institution and 67 by private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

How many students study at Alagappa University?

4,051 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 61.2% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).

GovernmentNIRF 2025 #73 OverallNIRF 2025 #44 UniversityUGCNAAC

Alagappa University

Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu3000 IntakeofflineFounded 1985State University (UGC)

Fees / year

₹5,000 - ₹30,000

Courses

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Median Salary

₹1.77 LPA

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At a glance

Established: 1985
Institution type: Government
Location: Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu
Affiliation: State University (UGC)
Approvals: UGC, NAAC
NIRF 2025: #73 Overall, #44 University, #14 State Public University
Median salary: ₹1.77 LPA (2-year PG programmes, 2023–24)
Placement rate: 20.4% (2-year PG programmes, 2023–24)
Students enrolled: 4,051 (2023–24)
Website: alagappauniversity.ac.in

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

About Alagappa University

Alagappa University, established in 1985, is a state university located in Karaikudi, Sivaganga District, Tamil Nadu, ranked 73rd overall in NIRF 2025. The university offers programs across science, arts, education, management, and physical education through its 39 departments. Alagappa University is NAAC accredited with A+ grade and is recognized for its research contributions in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and education.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education) ranks institutions in separate lists.

Ranking list	Rank	Score
State Public University	#14	62.82
University	#44	54.45
Overall	#73	52.27

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Placements

254 of the 1,245 students who graduated from Alagappa University's 2-year PG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (20.4%), at a median salary of ₹1.77 LPA. 69 went on to higher studies.

Source: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Year-wise placements

Scholarships and Fee Reimbursement

In 2023–24, 2,891 of 4,051 students at Alagappa University (71.4%) had their full tuition fee reimbursed by government schemes, the institution or private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

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