Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women
Also known as Avinashilingam University, Avinashilingam Institute, AVINUTY, Avinashilingam Deemed University Coimbatore
- Fees
- Contact us
- Courses
- 51+
- NIRF University
- #99
- Established
- 1957
About Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women is a deemed-to-be university for women at Bharathi Park Road, Coimbatore, with two campuses. It began in 1957 as Sri Avinashilingam Home Science College for Women, founded by Dr. T.S. Avinashilingam under the Avinashilingam Education Trust with 45 students. The University of Madras conferred autonomy on the college in June 1978, and in June 1988 the Government of India declared it, with Sri Avinashilingam Teachers College for Women, a deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. NAAC re-accredited it with an A++ grade (CGPA 3.65 on a four-point scale) on 22 February 2022, valid up to 21 February 2027. NIRF 2025 ranks it 99 in the University category and places it in the 151-200 band in the Overall category.
Teaching is organised in eight schools, each under a Dean: Home Science, Physical Sciences and Computational Sciences, Biosciences, Arts and Social Sciences, Commerce and Management, Education, Allied and Healthcare Sciences, and Engineering. Programmes run on a semester pattern and range from B.Sc., B.A., B.Com., BBA, BCA, B.E. and B.Ed. to M.Sc., M.A., M.Com., MBA, MCA, M.E., M.Ed., MSW and Ph.D. NIRF 2025 data lists a 2023-24 sanctioned intake of 1,110 in three-year UG, 275 in four-year UG and 665 in two-year PG programmes, and 371 full-time and 353 part-time Ph.D scholars. UG admission for 2026-27 is through CUET (UG), PG through CUET (PG), and B.E. through the institute's own AEEE.
Highlights
The essentials students check first.
- Established
- 1957
- Institution type
- Deemed
- Location
- Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- Affiliation
- Deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 (declared by the Government of India in June 1988)
- Approvals
- UGC, NAAC A++ (2022), AICTE
- NIRF 2025
- #99 University
- Programmes
- 51Engineering, Management, Science, Commerce
- Also known as
- Avinashilingam University, Avinashilingam Institute, AVINUTY, Avinashilingam Deemed University Coimbatore
- Website
- avinuty.ac.in
NIRF 2025 Rankings
National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education), one list per category. It lists this college as Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science & Higher Education for Women.
- #99UniversityScore 47.09 (opens the ranking list on nirfindia.org)
- 151–200OverallRank band (opens the ranking list on nirfindia.org)
Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education.
Courses
51 programmes offered
| Course | Level | Specialisations |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science | Undergraduate | 13 |
| Bachelor of Engineering | Undergraduate | 9 |
| Master of Science | Postgraduate | 5 |
| Bachelor of Arts | Undergraduate | 3 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Undergraduate | 2 |
| Master of Business Administration | Postgraduate | 2 |
| B.Sc + B.Ed Integrated | Integrated | 1 |
| Bachelor of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology | Undergraduate | 1 |
Admission 2027
The institute admits women students. UG admission for 2026-27 is through CUET (UG) 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency, and PG admission through CUET (PG) 2026; candidates apply on the CUET Samarth portal, where the institute is listed.
- B.E.: Avinashilingam Engineering Entrance Examination (AEEE) 2026; lateral entry for AICTE-approved diploma holders with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
- MBA: any UG degree with at least 50% marks.
- M.A. Music: entrance test and interview.
- Foreign, NRI, OCI and PIO applicants apply to the Avinashilingam Centre for International Education; those under Study in India apply on the SII website.
- Ph.D: admission follows the institute's Ph.D prospectus.
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NIRF ranking of Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women?
In the NIRF 2025 rankings, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women is ranked #99 among universities and in the 151–200 band overall. NIRF lists it as Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science & Higher Education for Women.
Which courses does Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women offer?
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women offers 51 programmes in Engineering, Management, Science, Commerce, Arts & Humanities, Education, Hospitality, Computer Applications and Paramedical, including Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering, Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science.
Which entrance exams does Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women accept?
Depending on the course, admission to Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women is through Avinashilingam Engineering Entrance Examination (AEEE) 2026, CUET (UG) 2026 and CUET (PG) 2026.
What is the admission process at Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women?
The institute admits women students. UG admission for 2026-27 is through CUET (UG) 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency, and PG admission through CUET (PG) 2026; candidates apply on the CUET Samarth portal, where the institute is listed. : Avinashilingam Engineering Entrance Examination (AEEE) 2026; lateral entry for AICTE-approved diploma holders with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
Is Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women a government or private institution?
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women is a deemed-to-be university in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, established in 1957. It is affiliated to Deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 (declared by the Government of India in June 1988).
Which bodies approve or accredit Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women?
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women lists approval or accreditation from UGC, NAAC A++ (2022) and AICTE.
What other names is Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women known by?
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women is also known as Avinashilingam University, Avinashilingam Institute, AVINUTY and Avinashilingam Deemed University Coimbatore.
Sources
Rankings: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education.
Courses and fees: as listed for Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women on CollegeChalo; confirm current fees with the college before applying.
Last updated 13 October 2026.
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