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List of Famous Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Notable Alumni

Founded in 1875 by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has grown from its origins in the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) College into a prestigious global institution. AMU continues to uphold Sir Syed’s vision of producing exceptional individuals who contribute significantly to society.

AMU’s Commitment to Excellence

AMU’s legacy of academic excellence, combined with its focus on holistic development, has shaped leaders, innovators, and thinkers across a broad range of fields. The university has fostered an environment where students can not only gain world-class education but also develop the skills and values that are crucial for success in today’s globalized world.

Notable AMU Alumni: Making a Global Impact

The accomplishments of AMU’s notable alumni are a testament to the university’s impact. These distinguished individuals have made groundbreaking contributions in various domains, from science and technology to politics and business.

Among the many renowned AMU alumni, we can highlight:

  • Dr. Zakir Husain – Former President of India and prominent educationist.
  • Hamid Ansari – Former Vice President of India.
  • Javed Akhtar – Famous poet, lyricist, and screenwriter.

These individuals, among many others, have left an indelible mark on global society, continuing to embody the values of knowledge, integrity, and leadership that AMU instills in its students.

The impact of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) alumni is felt across the globe, with their influence spanning continents and making significant contributions in diverse fields. These distinguished individuals exemplify the transformative power of education, embodying AMU’s enduring legacy of producing leaders and innovators.

As AMU continues to nurture future leaders, the achievements of its notable alumni serve as a source of inspiration for both current and prospective students. Their contributions reinforce the university’s commitment to developing individuals who make a positive impact on society and contribute meaningfully to the world.

Following are AMU Famous Personalities

AMU was and still is a unique experience. It is not just an excellent seat of upper learning but also due to its residential character, where one shares 5 to 10 years of life with people of an identical age bracket. Sharing everything—living, eating, and studying together, establishes bonds of a closely-knit family, often animating the Algerians even later in life. As they reunite, whenever possible, they re-enact the fun of the bygone days of their youth and rekindle their shared hopes and ideals and, therefore, the famous ‘Aligarh Spirit.’ All fraternities at AMU call themselves “Aligs” or “Aligarians,” whether or not they are students, teachers, or other staff working at the University. Below is the list of AMU Famous Personalities.

  • Mohammad Hamid Ansari
  • Sheikh Abdullah
  • Arif Mohammad khan
  • Naseeruddin Shah
  • Zakir Hussain
  •  Irfan Habib
  • Jawed Akhtar
  • Lala Amarnath
  • Dilip Tahil
  • Anubhav Sinha
  • Saadat Hassan Mant
  • Mufti Mohammad Sayeed
  • Majid Hussain
  • Anwara Taimur
  • Mohammad Azam Khan
  • Frank Islam
  • Liaqat Ali Khan
  •  Khan Abdul Gaffar
  • Major Dhyan Chand
  • Ashok Seth
  • and there are many more
AMU Notable Alumni - Hamid Ansari
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1. Mohammad Hamid Ansari

  • He is a famous AMU notable alumni
  • Indian Politician and retired Indian Foreign Service officer
  • Birthday – 01 April 1937
  • Place of Birth – Kolkata (West Bengal)
  • Parents – Mohammad Abdul Aziz Ansari and Aasiya Begum

Study in A.M.U. –

  • B.A. (Political Science
  • M.A. (Political Science)

Achievements –

  • Ambassador to UAE – 1976-1979
  • Permanent Representative to the United Nations – 1993-1995
  • Vice President of India – 11 August 2007-11August 2017
  • Vice Chancellor, AMU – 2000-2002
  • Padma Shri – 1984
AMU Notable Alumni - Hamid Ansari

2. Sheikh Abdullah

  • He is another famous Amu Notable Alumni
  • Kashmiri Politician
  • Birthday – 5th Dec, 1905
  • Death – 8th Sept, 1982
  • Place of Birth – Soura, Sri Nagar, Jammu & Kashmir, British India
  • Parents – Sheikh Mohammed Ibrahim
  • Study in A.M.U. – Sc. in Chemistry – 1930
  • Achievements –
    • Referred as “Sher-e-Kashmir” (Lion of Kashmir)
    • Prime Minister of Kashmir on 17 March 1948 – 8 August 1953
    • Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir 25 February 1975 – 26 March 1977
      Sheikh Abdullah Amu old boys and notable Alumni

      3. Arif Mohammad khan

      • Indian Politician
      • Birthday – 18 November 1951
      • Place of Birth – Barabasti, Bulandshahr.
      • Parents – Ashfaq Mohammad Khan
      • Study in A.M.U. – A. (Hons)

      Achievements/Notable Work –

      1. Honorary Secretary of Aligarh Muslim University Students’ Union (1971–72)
      2. President of Aligarh Muslim University Students’ Unionin the year 1972-73
      3. He defended Supreme Court judgment on Shah Bano casein Parliament.
      4. Run the Samarpanfor physically challenged people.
      5. Governor of Kerala1 September 2019
      Arif Khan

      4. Naseeruddin Shah

      • He is another prominent Amu Notable Alumni
      • Indian film and stage Actor and Director
      • Birthday – 20 July 1950
      • Place of Birth – Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, India
      • Parents – Aley Mohammed Shahand Farrukh Sultan
      • Study in A.M.U. – A. (Hons) in 1971
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Padma Shri – 1987
      2. Padma Bhushan – 2003
      3. National Film Award for Best Actor – Sparsh (1979) & Paar (1984)
      4. National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor – Iqbal (2006)
      5. International Indian Film Academy Awards – Sarfarosh (2000)
      6. The Volpi Cup (Award for Best Actor) – Paar (1984)
      AMU Notable Alumni Naseeruddin Shah

      5. Zakir Hussain

      • Indian Economistand Politician
      • Birthday – 8 February 1897
      • Death – 3 May 1969
      • Place of Birth – Kaimganj, Farrukhabad, Hyderabad State
      • Parents – Fida Husain Khan and Naznin Begum
      • Study in A.M.U. – A. (1918) & M.A. (1920)
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Padma Vibhushan – 1954
      2. Bharat Ratna – 1963
      3. Governor of Bihar (1957-62)
      4. 2nd Vice President of India (1962-67)
      5. 3rd President of India (1967-69)
      6. Founded Jamia Milia Islamia University
      Zakir Hussain Amu btech Alumni

      6. Irfan Habib

      Irfan Habib - Amu Alumni History Department

      7. Jawed Akhtar

      • Indian Political activist, Poet , Lyricist and Screenwriter
      • Birthday – 17 January 1945
      • Place of Birth – Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
      • Parents – Jan Nisar Akhtar & Safia Akhtar
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Padam Shri – 1999
      2. Padam Bhushan – 2007
      3. Sahitya Akademi Award – 2013
      4. Richard Dawkins Award – 2020
      5. National Film Awards for Best Lyrics – Saaz, Border, Godmother, Refugee, Lagaan
      Javed Akhtar

      8. Lala Amarnath

      1. First batsman ever to score a century for Indiain Test cricket
      2. Only bowler to dismiss Donald Bradmanhit wicket.
      Lala Amarnath

      9. Dilip Tahil

      • Film Actor
      • Birthday – 30 October 1952
      • Place of Birth – Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
      • Parents – Ghansham Jethanand Tahilramani 
      • Study in A.M.U. – Attended Aligarh Muslim University for a year
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Known for his work on Bhaag Milkha Bhaag(2013), Baazigar (1993) and Ra.One (2011)
      2. Acted in more than 100 Bollywood films
      3. Dalip made a record to win the Kendall Cup
      Dalip Tahil Amu student and Alumni

      10. Anubhav Sinha

      • Indianfilm director, producer and write
      • Birthday – 22 June 1965
      • Place of Birth – Jamalpur, Bihar
      • Parents – Prem Govind Sinha and Sushila Sinha
      • Study in A.M.U. – M.Tech. (1988)
      • Achievements/Notable Work – Known for his work in Tum Bin (2001), Ra.One (2011), Mulk (2018), Article 15 (2019) and Thappad (2020).
      Amu Alumni - Anubhav Singha

      11. Saadat Hassan Manto

      • Novelist, playwright, Essayist, Screenwriter, Short story writer
      • Birthday – 11 May 1912
      • Death – 18 January 1955
      • Place of Birth – Paproudi, Samrala, Ludhiana, Punjab, British India
      • Parents – Ghulam Hasan Manto & Sardar Begum
      • Study in A.M.U. – Graduation ( 1934)
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Known to write about the hard truths of society that no one dared to talk about. 
      2. Work – Toba Tek Singh; Thanda Gosht; Bu; Khol Do; Kaali Shalwar; Hattak
      3. Saadat Hasan Manto was posthumously awarded the Nishan-e-Imtiazaward by Pak Govt.
      saadat hussain Manto

      12. Mufti Mohammad Sayeed

      • Indian Politician
      • Another Amu notable Alumni
      • Birthday – 12 January 1936
      • Death – 7 January 2016
      • Place of Birth – Bijbehara town of Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir
      • Study in A.M.U. – Law Degree and Postgraduate Degree in Arabic
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. He served twice as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, from November 2002 to November 2005 and again from March 2015 to January 2016
      2. Minister of Tourism in Rajiv Gandhi’s Cabinet.
      Mohd Mufati syed kashmir and Amu

      13. Majid Hussain

      1. M.A. (Geography) – Gold Medalist
      2. L.L.B.
      • Ph.D. (Geography) – 1963
      • Achievements/Notable Work –
      1. Taught at Pragati IAS, Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi, North East Hill University, Shillong, University of Kashmir, Srinagar.
      2. His textbooks are used in the University of Pennsylvania
      3. Ex-President-Indian National Cartographic Association
      4. Ex-Vice President-International Association of Landscape Ecology, two terms (1984-1992)
      5. Delhi Govt. Award for the best Geography teacher in 1997
      6. Bhugol Bhushan Award, 2008 Deccan Geographical Society, India
        Majid Hussain Amu geography department

        14. Anwara Taimur (AMU Notable Alumni)

        • Indian Politician
        • Birthday – 24 November 1936
        • Place of Birth – Assam, British India
        • Study in A.M.U. – Graduated with Economics (Honors).
        • Achievements/Notable Work –
        1. 8th Chef Minister of Assam(1980–81)
        2. Cabinet Minister – Public Works
        3. Cabinet Minister – Agriculture, Haj and Wakf Property
        4. Vice President – India-Bangladesh Parliamentary Friendship Group (2005–10)
        5. Chairperson – Committee on Papers Laid on the Table (2004–10)
          Anwara Amu female Alumni

          15. Mohammad Azam Khan

          • Indian Politician
          • Birthday – 14 August 1948
          • Place of Birth – Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, India
          • Parents – Mumtaz Khan
          • Study in A.M.U. – Bachelor of Laws Degree in 1974
          • Achievements/Notable Work –
          1. Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
          2. Minister in the government of Uttar Pradesh
          3. Member of Legislative Assembly, Uttar Pradesh
            Azam khan amu old alumni

            16. Frank Islam

            • IT Entrepreneur, Investor, Philanthropist, Civic Leader, and Writer
            • Birthday – 1953
            • Place of Birth – Azamgarh, India
            • Study in A.M.U. – M.Sc.
            • Achievements/Notable Work –
            1. Founder and CEO of the QSS Group
            2. Head of the FI Investment Group
            3. honoree of the Inter-Faith Conference of Metropolitan Washingtonin 2016
            4. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award in 2015
            5. The Indus Entrepreneurs (TIE) Legends Award in 2014.
            6. US President Barack Obamaappointed him to be the General Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in 2013
            7. Small Business Person of the Year of the Washington DC Metropolitan Area in 2001
            8. Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awardin 1999
              Frank islam amu management complex alumni

              17. Liaqat Ali Khan (Amu Famous Personality)

              • Pakistani Politician
              • Amu notable Alumni
              • Birthday – 1 October 1895
              • Death – 16 October 1951
              • Place of Birth – Karnal in the Punjab Province of British India
              • Parents – Nawab Ahmad Ali Khan
              • Study in A.M.U. – LLB and B.Sc. (Political Science)
              • Achievements/Notable Work –
              1. Known as Quaid-e-Millat(Leader of the Nation) and Shaheed-e-Millat (Martyr of the Nation)
              2. First Prime Minister of Pakistan (15 August 1947 – 16 October 1951)
              3. President of Pakistan Muslim League
                Liaquat Amu old boys

                18. Khan Abdul Gaffar

                1. Awarded Bharat Ratna
                2. Khan strongly opposed the Partition of India
                3. Nicknamed Frontier Gandhi, Fakhr-e-Afghan, Badshah Khan, Bacha Khan
                4. Founded the Khudai Khidmatgar(“Servants of God”) movement in 1929
                    Khan Abdul ghaffar khan Amu Alumni

                    19. Major Dhyan Chand

                    • Indian Hockey Player and Captain
                    • Birthday – 29 August 1905
                    • Death – 3 December, 1979
                    • Place of Birth – Allahabad, UP
                    • Parents – Sharadha Singh and Sameshwar Singh
                    • Achievements/Notable Work –
                      1. Earned 3 Olympic Gold Medals in 1928, 1932 and 1936.
                      2. Known as The Wizard or The Magicianof hockey.
                      3. Padma Bhushan in 1956.
                      4. Chand enlisted in the 1st Brahmin of the British Indian Army as a sepoy(private)
                      5. Chand’s birthday, 29 August, is celebrated as National Sports Dayin India
                      Dhyanchan amu Alumni

                      20. Ashok Seth

                      1. Delhi Ratna Award
                      2. Padma Shri, in 2003
                      3. Padma Bhushan, in 2015
                      4. DMA Medical Teachers’ Award
                      5. Chairman of Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
                      6. Head, Cardiology Council of Fortis Group of Hospitals.
                      7. Performed of over 50,000 angiogramsand 20,000 angioplasties.
                      8. Fellow of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of London, Edinburghand Ireland
                      9. A recipient of the Order of Isabella the Catholic
                          Dr. Ashok Seth Amu Alumni

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