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AP Goyal Shimla University

Shoghi Bypass Road, Shimla (HP), India • 1710093.7(33)
VerifiedEstd. 2012PCIBCIUGC
Founded
2012
Highest Package
₹25.7 LPA
Average Package
₹3.6 LPA

About AP Goyal Shimla University

Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University (APG Shimla) has been awarded as Asia’s Greatest Brand and the Most Promising University in the year 2019 and 2017 respectively. It offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the fields of Engineering, Arts, Journalism and Mass Communication such as B.Tech, BJMC, M.Tech, MJMC, Ph.D., etc. The admission of such programs is based on merit in past academics and several entrance exams. The University also conducts its own entrance test, AIECST. AP Goyal Shimla University has a record of providing 100% placement assistance and provides training and internship from the first semester. The highest package is recorded at INR 32 LPA and the average package is INR 3.6 LPA. More than 5000 students have been placed in their on-campus recruitment.

In addition to this, the university has introduced NxtGen Courses in Technology, Business and Media education. The classes are handled by top educationalists, industry leaders and practitioners. The following are the NxtGen Courses offered by APG University:

  • B.Tech – Computer Science Engineering
  • B.Tech – Computer Technology in AI
  • B.Tech – Computer Technology in Data Science
  • B.Tech – Computer Computing & Cyber Security
  • BCA

AP Goyal Shimla University Highlights

Official Website https://agu.edu.in/
Type of University Private
Entrance Exam University-level: APG Entrance Test
National-level: CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ CMAT/GATE/ NET/JRF
Seat Intake 2000
Campus Area 88 acres
Approval UGC, BCI, AIU, CoA, UGC, Government of Himachal Pradesh
Affiliation CSS University, Meerut
Mode of Registration Online and Offline

AP Goyal Shimla University Awards & Recognitions

  • Best Infrastructure awarded by ECONS Education.
  • Best Emerging International University in Northern India awarded by AI.
  • Awarded as Asia’s greatest brands and leaders by Asia one in 2019
  • Progressive Himachal by News18 in the year 2018
  • Most Promising University awarded by Merit Awards & Merit Research in 2017.
  • Quality Education in Private University by Global Quality Awards in 2015.
  • Innovation & Excellence in Education in the category of ‘Private University’ by BERG Awards (Singapore) in 2014.
  • Best University of the year (H.P) in 2014 by CONCERN 2014.
  • Best Private University in Hills in 2014 by Assocham.

AP Goyal Shimla University Courses

The university offers the following UG, PG & Ph.D Courses in the discipline of Engineering, Commerce, Law, Science and many more. Tabulated below are the details for the same:

Course Specialization Eligibility
B.Tech Computing Technology (AI/ Data Science/ IOT/ Cloud Technology & Information Security), Civil Engineering, Computer Science Engineering 10+2 Pass with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology subject to valid score in JEE(Main)
B.Com (Hons.) General 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
International Accounting and Finance (with ACCA) 10+2 with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for reserved category candidates)
BA (Hons.) Economics 10+2 with English with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates
BA Yoga
BCA Artificial Intelligence / Cloud Technology & Information / Internet of Things 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
B.Sc (Hons.) Cyber Security 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) with Science stream or equivalent
Microbiology 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Biology/Biotech with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category candidates)
Forensic Science, Bio Technology 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology
Fashion Design 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
BHM - 10+2 with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved category candidates)
BJMC Journalism & Mass Communication
LLB - Graduate with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% reserved category candidates)
BA LLB - 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% reserved category candidates)
BBA - 10+2 with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% reserved category candidates)
M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Environmental Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology B.Sc with 55% marks in the relevant stream (50% for reserved category candidates)
M.Com - Graduation
MCA - Graduate with Mathematics with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
M.Tech Computer Science Engineering, Civil Engineering BE/ B.Tech or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
MHM Hotel Management BHM with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
MAJMC Journalism & Mass Communication Graduate with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
LLM -
MBA HR, IB, IT, Marketing, Finance
  • Graduate with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates
  • Obtained a valid score in CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT/ HPUMAT/ HPCET
Certificate Financial Accounting with Tally, Photography & Video Editing, Radio & TV Journalism, Advertising & Public Relations 10th from a recognized board.
Diploma House Keeping, Front Office, Yoga Sciences, Food Production, F&B Service, Bakery & Confectionery, Travel & Tourism Management 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates)
Ph.D Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Journalism, Law, Management, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science Engineering
  • Master's Degree in a relevent discipline with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category candidates)
  • Other conditions as prescribed guidelines for Degree of Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) Programs

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Candidates seeking admission to any of the programs mentioned above must register themselves on the official website. The mode of the application and registration is online and offline as well, follow the subsequent steps in order to register online:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the university and click on ‘Apply for 2021 Admission’.

Step 2: Enter your name, phone number, email id, etc and fill the inquiry cum registration form.

Step 3: Post filling the form, the candidate will get a verification link in the registered e-mail ID and phone number.

Step 4: Click on the link and a page will open for filling the application form.

Step 5: Fill is the Application form duly and upload the required documents in scanned form like mark sheets, a passport size photograph, signature, etc.

Step 6: Submit the form along with the payment of INR 1000 as an application fee.

Offline Procedure:

Visit the website and redirect yourself to the ‘Admission’ page (https://admission.agu.edu.in/) Download the Application form 2021 from the given link. Fill the application form using a blue or black ball pen, attach the scanned documents, and submit the form with a Demand Draft of INR 1,000 as application fee. DD to be made in favor of A P Goyal Shimla University.

Note: Candidates are suggested to download/ keep a copy of the application form and fee receipt for future requirements.

Selection Procedure

Candidates will be selected on the basis of merit in their past academics or qualifying entrance exams conducted at the national and university levels. 

  • For some specific courses, the university accepts the score of their entrance exams conducted on a national level. Candidates need to register on concerned exam websites as well. Below is the table brief the type of qualifying exams accepted as per the name of the courses:
Course Qualifying Entrance Exam Read More
B.Tech JEE Main Click Here
M.Tech GATE Click Here
Ph.D. UGC NET Click Here
MBA CAT Click Here
MAT Click Here
XAT Click Here
CMAT Click Here

  • The selection of the candidates seeking admission to the rest of the programs such as BCA, B.Sc., BBA., LLM, M.Sc., MCA, etc candidates is admitted on the basis of their marks in past qualifying exams.

Note: Successful Ph.D. and MBA applicants will have to appear for an interview after being shortlisted.

Check: AP Goyal Shimla University Admissions

AP Goyal Shimla University Scholarships

At AP Goyal Shimla University, there are scholarship programs running with the curriculum for the social welfare of the economically weaker sections of society. The college trust always thinks for the all-around development of financially backward families and hence it has developed so many scholarship programs as financial aid for needy students as well as their families. It provides scholarships to the following students, students have to appear for scholarship test conducted by the university:

  • On the basis of Scholarship Test
Percentage in Scholarship Test Scholarship on 1st Semester Fee
90% 80%
80% 70%
70% 50%
Below 60% 25%
  • On the basis of 10+2 Marks
Percentage in 10+2 Exam Scholarship on 1st Semester Fee
Above 90% 75%
Above 80% 50%
Above 70% 25%
  • Girls Students of Himachal Pradesh: 75% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • Ward of Army/Ex-Serviceman/ Martyrs/ War Widows: 75% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • Wards of University Employee: 25% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • Differently-abled Child: 75% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • International /National Level Player in any sports: 50% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • State Level Player: 35% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • Existing Students: 75% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee
  • HP/Other States Govt. Scholarships: As per Govt. policy for SC/ST.
  • Students whose siblings are already studying in APGSU: 50% Scholarship in the 1 Semester fee

AP Goyal Shimla University Placements

The training and placement cell of Alakh Prakash Goyal (APG) Shimla University is committed to offering ample opportunities to all. It initiates and maintains good relations with the first-rate companies of the corporate sector to provide a platform to the students with a pool of placement opportunities so that they can showcase their talent with utmost dedication and enthusiasm. The highest package is recorded at INR 32 LPA and the average package is INR 3.6 LPA. More than 5000 students have been placed in their on-campus recruitment.

The T&P Cell gives both internship & placement opportunities to the newbies of the corporate world who are going to place their maiden steps in their respective industries. Many of the university’s alumni are working in the reputed and well-renowned firms and companies throughout the nation with handsome salary packages as well as upon decent designations such as Samsung, TCS, Wipro, Oberoi, Raddison, Google, JARO Education, OPPO, Mahindra, BYJUs, Amazon, EduGrad, L&T, ICICI Bank, Red Carpet, Extramarks, SIDBI, OYO, Maruti Suzuki, Juspay, Just Dial, Toppr, Flux 7, Zycus, Volkswagen, Ola, Barclays, Verifone, JCBL, Park Plaza, Taj, etc and many more like them. Below is the table indicates the number of B.Tech students placed in the top recruiters:

Name of the Recruiters No. of B.TechStudents Placed
D-Tab Safety Pvt. Ltd 14
ANIX 9
ISON 7 each
Bajaj Finance
JCBL 6 each
BMA Money
ICICI 5
Talent 4 Assure 4 each
Net Connect
Educare
FunDreamz
Oberoi Hotel
Eureka Forbes 3 each
Lifeeasy
Policy Bazar
Sandhya 2

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AP Goyal Shimla University Facilities

Hostel Facility: The University provides separate hostels for boys and girls. The hostels are well-equipped with modern facilities. The hostel has a separate mess and it also provides the medical facility. In addition to boarding facilities, the hostellers are provided with recreational activities.

Transport Facility: The University has a transport facility on the campus which includes 21+ buses. The buses are equipped with first-aid box and fire extinguisher.

Medical Facility: The University has started a medical center to provide medical facilities for students and staff. The University has a tie-up with Tenzin hospital to provide the immediate medical facility.

Banking Facility: The University has associated with nationalized banks for the benefit of the students. These banks provide educational loans to students.

AP Goyal Shimla University Faculty

Dr. Sunil Thakur

  • Designation: Assoc. Professor and H.O.D
  • Department: Mechanical Engineering
  • Qualification: B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D.

Dr. Anjali Sharma

  • Designation: Assistant Professor
  • Department: Electronics & Communication
  • Qualification: B.Tech, M. Tech, and Ph. D. 

Dr. Deepti Surya

  • Designation: Assistant Professor
  • Department: Mathematics
  • Qualification: B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Mathematics

Dr. Babita Chandel 

  • Designation: Assoc. Professor
  • Department: Physics
  • Qualification: B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Physics

Prof. Keshav Kishore

  • Designation: Assistant Professor
  • Department: Computer Science Engineering
  • Qualification: MCA, M.Tech, and pursuing a Ph.D. 

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AP Goyal University Top National-International Collaborations

  • China Agricultural University
  • IOBQ, Delhi
  • University of Lodz, Poland
  • University of Maribor, School of Economics and Business Maribor, Slovenia
  • Mogilev State A. Kuleshov University, Belarus
  • Szent Istvan University (Szie), Hungary
  • UCAM (Catholic University San Antonio of Murcia), Spain
  • Whitireia New Zealand, Institute of Technology
  • Xinyu University, China

AP Goyal University FAQs

Ques. Does APG University offer certificate programs?

Ans. The University offers Certificate programs in the discipline of Financial Accounting using Tally, Photography & Video Editing, Radio & TV Journalism and Advertisement & Public Relation. The candidates who have passed their 10+2 in the relevant discipline. The candidates will be selected on the basis of the All India Entrance Cum Scholarship Test conducted by the university.

Ques: How many specializations are offered under MBA at AP Goyal University?

Ans: MBA - Masters in Business Administration is offered in three following specializations with 60 intake capacity per course:
MBA (HR and International Business) 
MBA (Banking and Financial Services)
MBA (Digital Marketing and E-Commerce) 

Ques: How is the term marks of technological courses are comprised?

Ans: Term marks of B.Tech and M.Tech courses are comprised of 40% Internal and 60% External each.

Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹60,000
Highest Fee
₹80,000
Streams
5
ScienceEngineeringHotel ManagementComputer ApplicationsLaw
Admission
Application Timeline (UG & PG Courses)
Start: 27 Dec 2023
Last Date: 30 Apr 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
CUET2025
08 May 25 - 01 Jun 25
Specializations
3 available
Forensic Sciences
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Forensic Sciences)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹2,40,000
Cutoff
N/A
Microbiology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Microbiology)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹2,40,000
Cutoff
N/A
Cardiovascular Technology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Cardiovascular Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹2,40,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Application Timeline (UG & PG Courses)
Start: 27 Dec 2023
Last Date: 30 Apr 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
JEE Main2025
02 Apr 25 - 09 Apr 25
Specializations
2 available
Computer Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹1,00,000
Total Fee
₹4,00,000
Cutoff
N/A
Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Civil Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹80,000
Total Fee
₹3,20,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Application Timeline (UG & PG Courses)
Start: 27 Dec 2023
Last Date: 30 Apr 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
5 available
Food & Beverage Service
Diploma in Food & Beverage Service
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Travel & Tourism
Diploma in Travel and Tourism
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Airline and Airport Management
Diploma in Airline and Airport Management
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
House Keeping Management
Diploma in House Keeping Management
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Kitchen And Catering Operations
Diploma in Kitchen and Catering Operations
1st Year Fee
₹45,000
Total Fee
₹45,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Application Timeline (UG & PG Courses)
Start: 27 Dec 2023
Last Date: 30 Apr 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
CUET2025
08 May 25 - 01 Jun 25
Specializations
3 available
Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor of Computer Application [BCA] (Artificial Intelligence)
1st Year Fee
₹63,000
Total Fee
₹2,52,000
Cutoff
N/A
Information Security and Cloud Technology
Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA] (Information Security and Cloud Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹63,000
Total Fee
₹2,52,000
Cutoff
N/A
Internet of Things
Bachelor of Computer Application [BCA] (Internet of Things)
1st Year Fee
₹63,000
Total Fee
₹2,52,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Application Timeline (UG & PG Courses)
Start: 27 Dec 2023
Last Date: 30 Apr 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
CLAT2025
01 Dec 24

Admission Process

Admission to AP Goyal Shimla University is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

CUETCLAT PGCATMATATMAXATHPU MATCUET PGNTA PhD Entrance ExamCLATGATEJEE MainCENTACGAHETAILETAIMA UGATILICATAIMA RMAT
Placements & Recruiters

AP Goyal Shimla University Placement Details

AP Goyal Shimla University in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

Students usually compare highest package, average package, and recruiter profile before applying. This section gives a compact overview of career outcomes and placement visibility in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.

Recruiters
16
Salary Metrics
2/2
Placement Metric

Highest Package

₹25,70,000

Represents the top salary package reported in the available placement information.

Placement Metric

Average Package

₹3,60,000

Shows the typical package range students may expect based on the available average salary data.

Top Recruiters

Leading companies associated with the college’s placement ecosystem.

Showing 16 recruiters
  • Aditya Birla Group
  • Amazon
  • Ericsson India Pvt Ltd
  • IBM
  • Maruti Suzuki
  • Wipro
  • Deloitte
  • Google
  • HDFC Bank
  • Samsung
  • TCS
  • L&T Infotech
  • Capgemini
  • Volkswagen
  • Zycus
  • Airtel
Campus Facilities

AP Goyal Shimla University Facilities

AP Goyal Shimla University in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.

Total Facilities
10
Academic Support
3
Student Life
6
  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Hostel
    Student Life

    Hostel

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Gym
    Campus Life

    Gym

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Banks
    Facility

    Banks

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Prof. (Dr.) Ramesh Kumar Choudhary

Vice Chancellor

Mr. Keshav Kishore

Associate Professor

Qualification: M.Tech

Dr. Prem

Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Science

Qualification: M.Sc., Ph.D.

Dr. Babita Chandel

Associate Professor, Department of Physics

Qualification: M.Sc., Ph.D.

Dr. Maninder Kaur

Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry

Qualification: M.Sc., NET JRF Qualified, Ph.D.

Dr. Rohini Dharela

Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry

Qualification: M.Sc., M.Phil., SLET Qualified, Ph.D.

Dr. Vandana Thakur

Assistant Professor, Department of Law

Qualification: LLM, Ph.D

Contact Information

Shoghi Bypass Road, Shimla (HP)<br> India

Pincode: 171009

Toll Free: 18004198654

9816222000

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