Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University (RMLAU), Ayodhya, is a Uttar Pradesh state university that was set up by the Government of Uttar Pradesh on 4 March 1975. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), and holds a NAAC ’B’ Grade.

RMLAU is not listed in the current NIRF University rankings. The university is known for its large affiliating network, regular and private student base, postgraduate departments, and the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET), which started in 2000.

The main campus covers 112.24 acres in Faizabad, Ayodhya. It has 9 residential postgraduate departments and IET on campus. More than 600 affiliated colleges across Ayodhya, Sultanpur, Ambedkarnagar, Amethi, Barabanki, Bahraich, and Gonda together serve 5 lakh students.

  • B.Tech is available in Civil, CSE, ECE, Electrical, IT, and Mechanical Engineering at IET with 360 total seats
  • BA is offered in Ancient History, Economics, English, Geography, Hindi, Home Science, Police Science, and Sociology
  • B.Com, BBA, BCA are offered as undergraduate courses
  • B.Sc options include Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, and Physics
  • B.Pharma and D.Pharma are the pharmacy programmes
  • B.Ed, B.P.Ed, BFA, B.Voc. are available under professional and applied courses
  • MA is offered in English, Hindi, Sociology, Applied Psychology, Economics, Geography, and other subjects
  • MBA specialisations include General, Finance, Agri-Business, Hospitality, and Tourism management
  • M.Tech is offered in Computer Science, ECE, IT, Information System, and Mechanical Engineering
  • MCA, M.Com, M.Ed, LLM, M.P.Ed, MPH, MSW and other postgraduate courses are also available
  • PhD is offered in 26 disciplines

BA costs INR 34,150 for 3 years. The total B.Tech fee is INR 3,06,500 for 4 years, while MBA fees range from INR 53,800 to INR 73,800.

Admission Update: RMLAU admissions for 2026-27 have ended. UG and PG application forms were accepted on the Samarth portal, rmlauadm.samarth.edu.in, up to August 2026. The next admission cycle for 2027-28 is expected to begin in May 2027.

RMLAU Admission Dates 2027

RMLAU is expected to start the 2027-28 admission cycle in May 2027. Applications are submitted online through the Samarth portal.

EventDate
Expected opening of 2027-28 admission cycleMay 2027
Expected last date to applyJuly to August 2027

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The table below shows the entrance tests and selection routes used for major course groups.

Course FamilyEntrance Exam AcceptedAdmission Mode
B.TechJEE MainRank-based counselling
BA, B.Com, BBA, BCANoneMerit based on 10+2 marks
B.ScNoneMerit based on 10+2 marks
B.PharmaNoneMerit based on 10+2 PCB marks
MBANoneMerit based on graduation marks
M.TechGATEMerit based on GATE score
PhDRMLAU RET / UGC NET / JRFEntrance test and interview

RMLAU Courses and Fees

RMLAU runs UG, PG, doctoral, and diploma courses in Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, Law, Education, Management, and Social Sciences. The table lists major course groups with duration, eligibility, and total fees.

CourseDurationEligibilityTotal Fees
BA (various subjects)3 years10+2 in any streamINR 34,150
B.Com3 years10+2 in Commerce/ArtsINR 95,650
BBA3 years10+2 in any streamINR 98,650
BCA3 years10+2 with MathematicsINR 98,650
B.Sc (Science subjects)3 years10+2 in ScienceINR 74,650
B.Tech (6 branches)4 years10+2 PCM + JEE MainINR 3,06,500
B.Pharma4 years10+2 PCB/PCM with 50%INR 3,06,500
BFA4 years10+2 in any streamINR 98,500
B.P.Ed2 yearsBachelor’s degree + sports certificateINR 93,800
MA (Hindi, Economics, Sociology, Applied Psychology, etc.)2 yearsBachelor’s in relevant subjectINR 13,300 to INR 60,000
MBA (General)2 yearsBachelor’s degree with 50%INR 65,800
MBA (Finance, Agri-Business)2 yearsBachelor’s degree with 50%INR 73,800
MCA2 yearsBachelor’s with MathematicsINR 1,17,300
M.Tech (CSE, ECE, Mechanical)2 yearsB.Tech + GATEINR 1,52,700
LLM2 yearsLLB with 55%INR 1,00,900
M.Ed / M.P.Ed2 yearsB.Ed or B.P.EdINR 1,19,800
PhD (all disciplines)3 to 5 yearsMaster’s degree with 55%INR 28,000

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

RMLAU also offers B.Voc. in Fashion Design and Journalism and Mass Communication with total fees from INR 58,900 to INR 59,650. Diploma in Pharmacy costs INR 1,21,000 for 2 years. Working professionals can also choose postgraduate diplomas in Counselling and Fashion Design.

RMLAU Admission Process

RMLAU handles admission for its campus courses and affiliated colleges through the Samarth portal at rmlauadm.samarth.edu.in. Students must apply online because offline forms are not accepted.

B.Tech Admission (IET)

IET offers B.Tech in 6 branches and has a total intake of 360 seats.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45% marks
  • Entrance: A valid JEE Main score is required
  • Process: RMLAU prepares merit using JEE Main scores, followed by counselling and seat allotment through the Samarth portal
  • Branches: Civil, Computer Science, ECE, Electrical, IT, and Mechanical Engineering

BA, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Sc Admission

These UG courses are available on the main campus and in affiliated colleges. Selection is based on merit.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board
  • B.Sc applicants must have studied relevant science subjects in 10+2
  • Application fee: INR 1,000 for General category and INR 500 for SC/ST candidates
  • Merit list: Prepared from 10+2 aggregate marks, with admission depending on seats at the selected college

MBA, MCA, MA, M.Com, M.Sc Admission

Most PG courses use merit-based admission. MBA applicants need a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks. M.Tech applicants must have a valid GATE score.

  • MBA: No entrance test is needed, and admission is based on graduation marks
  • M.Tech: A valid GATE score is compulsory for every specialisation
  • LLM: Applicants need an LLB degree with at least 55% marks
  • MA Geography total fees differ by specialisation and range from INR 13,300 to INR 60,000

PhD Admission

RMLAU offers PhD in 26 disciplines, including Hindi, Economics, History, Management Studies, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology, Sanskrit, Sociology, and Environmental Science. Students need a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks. Admission is based on the RMLAU Research Entrance Test (RET), while UGC NET/JRF holders are exempted from RET.

RMLAU Campus and Infrastructure

RMLAU’s main campus is spread across 112.24 acres in Faizabad, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. It includes 9 residential postgraduate departments, the Institute of Engineering and Technology, administrative blocks, a library, and sports facilities.

The campus has a fully functional health centre that gives round-the-clock medical help to students, staff, and trainees. The university is located near the Sarayu River in Ayodhya, a city with major historical importance in India.

RMLAU’s affiliated colleges are spread over 7 districts: Ayodhya, Sultanpur, Ambedkarnagar, Amethi, Barabanki, Bahraich, and Gonda. More than 600 affiliated colleges together enrol 5 lakh regular and private students every year, which makes RMLAU one of the larger affiliating universities in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

RMLAU vs DDU Gorakhpur vs VBSPU

Students in eastern Uttar Pradesh often compare RMLAU with DDU Gorakhpur University and Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University (VBSPU), Jaunpur. All three are state affiliating universities in Uttar Pradesh and offer similar sets of courses for a similar student group.

ParameterRMLAU, AyodhyaDDU Gorakhpur UniversityVBSPU, Jaunpur
Established197519571987
TypeUP State UniversityUP State UniversityUP State University
Campus Area112.24 acres190+ acres200+ acres
NAACBB++B
Affiliated Colleges600+580+900+
Districts Served7 districts7 districts9 districts
B.Tech (4 years)INR 3,06,500Not offered at HQNot offered at HQ
BA (3 years)INR 34,150Comparable rangeComparable range
MBA (2 years)INR 65,800AvailableAvailable

RMLAU stands out because it has IET on campus, where B.Tech and M.Tech are offered. DDU Gorakhpur has a longer history and a higher NAAC grade of B++, which makes it a strong choice for arts and science courses. VBSPU has the largest affiliating network among the three, covering 9 districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh.

RMLAU FAQs

Ques. Is RMLAU run by the state government or the central government?

Ans. RMLAU is a state university. The Government of Uttar Pradesh established it in 1975. It is recognised by UGC and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), but it is not a central university.

Ques. How much does B.Tech cost at RMLAU?

Ans. The total B.Tech fee at RMLAU’s Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) is INR 3,06,500 for the 4-year course. The course is offered in Civil, CSE, ECE, Electrical, IT, and Mechanical Engineering, with 360 seats in total.

Ques. Can students get B.Tech admission at RMLAU without JEE Main?

Ans. No. B.Tech admission at RMLAU’s Institute of Engineering and Technology depends on the JEE Main score. Applicants also need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and at least 45% marks. Seats are allotted through Samarth portal counselling.

Ques. Which NAAC grade does RMLAU have?

Ans. RMLAU has NAAC ’B’ Grade accreditation. The university is recognised by UGC under the University Grants Commission Act.

Ques. What is the size of RMLAU’s affiliated college network?

Ans. RMLAU has more than 600 affiliated colleges in 7 districts of Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya, Sultanpur, Ambedkarnagar, Amethi, Barabanki, Bahraich, and Gonda. These colleges together serve 5 lakh regular and private students.

Ques. When is RMLAU admission 2027-28 expected to begin?

Ans. The RMLAU 2027-28 admission portal is expected to open in May 2027. Students apply online through the Samarth portal at rmlauadm.samarth.edu.in. The last date to apply usually falls between July and August 2027.

Ques. Is MBA available at RMLAU, and what is its fee?

Ans. Yes. RMLAU offers MBA General for INR 65,800 for 2 years. It also offers specialised MBA courses in Finance and Control, Agri-Business for INR 73,800, and Tourism and Hospitality Management for INR 53,800. Admission is based on graduation marks, and no entrance test is required.