History
Alagappa University was brought into existence by a Special Act of the Government of Tamil Nadu in May 1985 with the objective of fostering research, development and dissemination of knowledge in various branches of learning. This University has emerged from the institutions initially founded by the philanthropist and educationist Dr. RM. Alagappa Chettiar during the 1950's.
Education
The University has 44 Departments, 9 Centres and 2 Constituent Colleges on its campus. 46 Affiliated Colleges located in the districts of Sivaganga and Ramanathapuram are part of the University.
Research
Research is one of the strongest components of Alagappa University. All the faculty members of the University have been actively engaged in research. The University Grants Commission has been supporting the Departments of Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Physical Education under the Special Assistance Programme (SAP).
Short Courses
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
601 -200
2023
401 100
2022
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
1585 33
2022
1618
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Housing services
There are three Guest Houses available in the Alagappa University campus viz. University Main Guest House, International Students Residence and Faculty Guest House.
Library services
The Library collection includes one lakh volumes of printed books, subscriptions to 149 printed periodicals, 492 items of non-book materials, and 1446 volumes of theses in print form. Access to 6242+ numbers of Online journals and 1,31,000+ numbers of e-theses are also available.
ICT services
ICT infrastructure is upgraded periodically with all University/project funds. The Internet connectivity, Wi-Fi, High-end computing facility etc. are well cared for, enabling support for research.
- All class rooms have Smart Boards with ICT support
- All teachers be provided with ICT kit
- Video conferencing facility in all campuses
- ICT orientation through Smart Class rooms, with Internet of TEA
Medical services
The Health Care Centre provides full treatment and medicines free of cost for all university students and staff. 24/7 service is also provided during emergency situations. There is a consultation room, a physiotherapy room, an investigation lab, and a counseling room separately for patient privacy. In-patient beds are also provided in the Centre.
Campus life
Alagappa University is located at Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu and is accessible from Madurai and Tiruchirappalli airports within two hours. The 440 acre green and lush campus houses all the academic activities.
Sports facilities
The university offers students the use of an indoor gymnasium.