Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University

Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University

A private multidisciplinary university in Shimla offering diverse programmes in engineering, management, law, pharmacy, design, media, hospitality and allied health sciences — with a hill-top campus in Himachal Pradesh.

  • Address: Shoghi-Mehli Bypass Road, Shimla – 171009 / 171013, Himachal Pradesh, India
  • Website: https://agu.edu.in
  • Founded: 2012
  • Type: Private
  • Accreditation: Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 22 of UGC Act; programmes approved by Council of Architecture (COA — for architecture), Bar Council of India (BCI — for law), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI — for pharmacy),

About Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University

Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University (APG) was established in 2012 under the Himachal Pradesh State Act No. 20 of 2013, by the A.P. Goyal Charitable Trust.The university is located on the outskirts of Shimla, on a 44-acre lush-green campus at Shoghi-Mehli Bypass Road, offering a tranquil mountain-hill environment — making it a serene place for education.APG Shimla University houses multiple schools: Engineering & Technology; Legal Studies & Research; Pharmacy; Sciences; Design; Management & Commerce; Hospitality & Tourism; Applied & Paramedical Sciences; Architecture & Planning; Media & Mass Communication; Humanities & Arts.The university is approved by UGC and relevant statutory councils depending on course (COA for architecture, BCI for law, PCI for pharmacy), ensuring degrees are valid and nationally recognized.APG offers a broad mix of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programmes. The course structure is designed for both academic knowledge and professional readiness.The campus infrastructure includes hostels, accommodations, labs, library, computer facilities, Wi-Fi, cafeteria, sports/ recreation, ensuring a well-rounded student life.

Facilities

Facility Description
Library Central library with e-resources, journals, digital access, and study spaces.
Computer Labs Updated computer labs with high-speed internet and modern systems.
Hostels Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi, mess, and security.
Sports Facilities Indoor and outdoor sports including cricket, volleyball, basketball, gym, and athletics.

Placement Highlights

₹3.00

Average Package

70.00%

Placement Rate

The Training & Placement Cell provides internships, industry tie-ups, skill development programmes, and placement drives for engineering, management, law, pharmacy, design, and media students.

University Rankings

Collegedunia Ranking

Ranked 133 / 160 in 2024

Ranked among emerging private universities with notable performance in academics and facilities.

FAQs

A: Yes, the university is recognized by UGC under Section 22 of the UGC Act.

A: COA (Architecture), BCI (Law), PCI (Pharmacy).

A: Yes, separate hostels are available for boys and girls.

A: Students can apply through the online application portal on the official website.

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