Q. Is APU a private university?

A. Yes, established in 2010, Azim Premji University (APU) is a non-profit and private university, located in Bengaluru.

Q. Is APU a recognised university?

A. Yes, APU is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Q. How big is the APU campus?

A. The APU campus is spread across 12 acre of land and is meticulously designed and equipped with all the basic amenities for the students.

Q. What are the steps undertaken by APU to ensure cultural growth of the students?

A. To encourage the diversity of talents among students, APU has set-up several student clubs that are volunteered by expert faculty and senior students. These clubs conduct a variety of co-curricular events in the fields of theatre, photography, sports, poetry, music, etc.

Q. How good is the faculty of APU?

A. The faculty of APU act as facilitators of learning and hence have significant autonomy in structuring the courses, teaching methods and experiences.

Q. Does APU conduct weekly colloquium lectures?

A. Yes, weekly colloquium lectures are conducted by scholars, practitioners and researchers from across the world. This provides a varied exposure and opportunity to learn from people outside the University.

Q. What is APU's 'Field Reflection’ programme?

A. Yes, APU under its ‘Field Reflection’ programme, initiates field exposure visits during the initial semesters of the students. In addition to this, it also organises internship opportunities and encourages the students to work on field projects as well.

Q. What is the application process of APU?

A. For seeking admission to any of the courses offered at APU, candidates can apply online through the official application portal of the University. Interested applicants also have an option to buy University prospectus and application form by visiting the University's registrar office.

Q. How many courses are offered at APU?

A. APU offers five UG and PG programmes in multiple specialisations. These courses include BA, BSc, BSc BEd, MA and LLM.

Q. Does APU has any specific department to look after the placement activities of the students?

A. Yes, APU has a placement committee that comprises students, faculty and other members who decide on all key aspects of the placement process.

Q. How many schools are functioning under APU?

A. APU comprises five schools and a research centre. These schools include School of Education, School of Development, School of Policy & Governance, School of Arts & Sciences and School of Continuing Education & University Resource Centre.

Q. Does APU offer scholarships to the students?

A. Yes, APU provides scholarships to the meritorious and deserving students under two categories, including UG and PG scholarships.