About Shibli National College
Shibli National College in Azamgarh, founded in 1883 by Allama Shibli Nomani, is a government-aided Muslim minority college offering UG, PG, law and B.Ed courses.
Shibli National College traces its start to 1883, when the scholar Allama Shibli Nomani founded it in Azamgarh, and it gained degree college status in 1946. It is recognised by the UGC as a Muslim minority institution and is a government-aided college. The campus has faculties of arts, science, commerce, law and education, with subjects ranging from Urdu, Arabic and Persian to microbiology, biotechnology and geology. Students can take BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, LLB and B.Ed, and postgraduate MA, M.Sc, M.Com and LLM. Most UG admissions are on Class 12 merit.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education Accepts: UP B.Ed JEE |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA and BCA seats are given on Class 12 merit after registration on the affiliating university's Samarth portal and the college form. B.Ed admission is through the UP B.Ed Joint Entrance Examination. LLB and PG seats are filled on graduation merit, and LLM on LLB merit.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in any discipline; BCI minimum not below 45%
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC B+
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Other colleges in Azamgarh
Maharaja Suhel Dev University
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Shibli National College?
Allama Shibli Nomani founded it in 1883.
Is it a minority institution?
Yes, the UGC recognises it as a Muslim minority institution.
How is B.Ed admission done?
Through the UP B.Ed Joint Entrance Examination.
Sources
This page is being re-verified. Please confirm details on the official website.
Information verified on 11 Oct 2026
- Shibli National College · Official site, accessed 11 Oct 2026
- Shibli National College Azamgarh - Collegedunia · Editorial, accessed 11 Oct 2026
- Shibli National College - Wikipedia · Editorial, accessed 11 Oct 2026
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