Alagappa University

Alagappa University is a public university located in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India was founded by Alagappa Chettiar. Alagappa University was brought into existence by a special Act of the state government in May 1985. Alagappa University Reaccredited with 'A+' Grade by NAAC, It is the first university in Tamil Nadu to get A+ grading from NAAC. One of the top universities to get "A" grade during 1990s itself. Alagappa University is recognized by the UGC, Government of India. It was converted from a unitary type to an affiliating type by the Tamil Nadu Universities Act, 2002, with a view to widen the horizon of its academic activities by bringing into its jurisdiction the Arts and Science colleges in the districts of Ramanathapuram district and Sivaganga district. Further, as per mentioned Act, the government colleges in the above districts have become the constituent colleges of Alagappa University. As a member of the AIU and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), it has rewarding relations with other academic institutions, research laboratories and industrial establishments that promise a spectacular feature. The university's motto is “Excellence in Action.” The University is having International Collaborations with Universities / Institutions of Higher Learning in countries like China, Malaysia, West Indies, U.S.A. and South Korea.