Adikavi Nannaya University, Amaravati Admission 2025-2026: Eligibility, Admission Process and Timeline

Adikavi Nannaya University (AKNU) is a state public university in Rajamahendravaram (formerly Rajahmundry), Andhra Pradesh, founded in 2006. The courses offered are from undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and research programmes in arts, science, commerce, education, management, computer science, and engineering.

Admission to AKNU for the academic session 2025 will take place through a mix of merit and entrance examinations, depending on the programme. Below is a detailed look into the eligibility requirements, entrance exams, admission process, and key dates.

Courses Offered Under AKNU Admissions

• Undergraduate (UG): B.Tech, BA, B.Sc., B.Com, B.Ed., BCA, BBM, and others.
• Postgraduate (PG): MA, MSc, M.Com, MBA, MCA, and M.Ed.
• Research programsinclude M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs in arts, science, and professional fields.
• Certificate/diploma coursesare short-term skill-based and professional training programs.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria are different for each program:

• For B.Tech, the students must have passed 10+2 (intermediate) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. A valid AP EAMCET score is mandatory.
• B.Ed.: A bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) is required. Students must qualify AP EdCET.
• MBA / MCA: Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of marks, plus a valid AP ICET score. MBA exams such as the CAT, MAT, and XAT may also be considered.
• PG Courses (MA, MSc, MCom, MEd, etc.): Admission usually happens through NANNAYACET, the university’s own entrance exam. In some cases, direct merit may be used.
• Ph.D.: A master's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 55% marks. The university's entrance exam or UGC NET/SET scores are used to select candidates, who are then interviewed.

Entrance Exams Accepted

• AP EAMCET is required for B.Tech admission.
• AP EdCET: For B.Ed programmes.
• AP ICET: For MBA and MCA programmes.
• NANNAYACET: For several postgraduate courses.
• UGC NET/SET: Accepted for Ph.D. admissions in addition to university entrance exams.

Admission Process Step-by-Step

Follow the below steps to successfully take admission:

1. Application Form – Students need to register on the official AKNU website or respective state entrance portals. Forms are usually released between March and April.
2. Entrance Exam– Appear for the relevant entrance test (AP EAMCET, ICET, EdCET, or NANNAYACET). For merit-based courses, marks in qualifying exams are considered.
3. Merit List/Cutoff: The university releases merit lists and cutoffs according to rankings or scores. Each course and category has its own set of cutoffs.
4. Counseling and Seat Assignment: Following document verification, shortlisted candidates are invited to counseling sessions, where seats are assigned.
5. Final Admission- The students should pay the admission fees and submit the required documents to confirm the admission.

Documents Required

Take the documents below:

• 10th and 12th mark sheets (for UG admissions).
• UG mark sheets (for PG admissions).
• Entrance exam scorecard.
• Transfer Certificate (TC) and Conduct Certificate.
• Category / caste certificate (if applicable).
• Passport-size photographs and ID proof.

Important Dates for AKNU Admissions 2025

The important dates are as follows:

(Dates are indicative; students must confirm on the official website before applying.)

Cutoff Trends

The number of applicants, the difficulty of the exam, and the reservation policies all affect the AKNU cutoffs. For B.Tech courses, AP EAMCET closing ranks usually range between 30,000 to 60,000 depending on the branch. For PG courses under NANNAYACET, cutoff percentages usually go from 50 to 60 percent in the qualifying exam, whereas seats for MBA and MCA programs through AP ICET also depend on rank ranges.

Key Points for Students

• Students should check which entrance exam is needed for their chosen course.
• For merit-based courses, performance in previous academics matters most.
• Reservation policies of Andhra Pradesh state apply to all admissions.
• Application fees and counselling fees must be paid online.
• Always track the university’s official admission portal for accurate updates.