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Andhra University

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Andhra University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Andhra University is a public state university in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It suits students who want a large public university in India; the specific programme catalogue for international applicants should be checked on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    Andhra University is a collegiate public state university. The available information does not list specific subject areas or degree programmes, so the programme catalogue should be confirmed on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions on the official website. If you are applying from abroad, confirm how the university handles qualifications, language requirements, and any country-specific document checks with admissions office staff.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Visakhapatnam will still depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so budget separately for those items.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying. Also check visa steps, document attestation or verification, arrival timelines, and whether the university requires any pre-arrival registration or fee payment from international students.

  6. How it compares

    India has 475 universities, so Andhra University is one option within a very large system. Its public-state status and the A++ grade from National Assessment and Accreditation Council make it a clearly defined choice for students comparing public universities in India, while the stated NIRF 2025 positions of its main campus give a reference point against other public state and Indian universities.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Andhra University

What type of university is Andhra University?

It is a public state university.

Where is Andhra University located?

It is located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What accreditation grade does Andhra University have?

It is graded A++ by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council, with a score of 3.74 out of 4.

What is the website for Andhra University?

http://www.andhrauniversity.info/

Overview

Andhra University is a collegiate public state university located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It was established in 1926 by the Andhra University Act, 1925. It is graded as an A++ institution by National Assessment and Accreditation Council, receiving a score of 3.74 on a scale of 4. The Main campus is ranked 4th among public state universities and 23rd among Indian universities by the NIRF 2025 Rankings.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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