Azad Hind Mahavidyalaya, Mau, follows a merit-based admission process for most of its courses, with some programmes having specific admission procedures as per state government and university policies. The Azad Hind Mahavidyalaya admission process takes place usually before the beginning of the respective academic year, which the institution inaugurates every year in August-September.

Although the final dates may differ each year, candidates are encouraged to make preparations and present their applications generally from May-June. The eligibility criteria for admission vary from programme to programme. For Azad Hind Mahavidyalaya, Mau undergraduate courses, a student must have completed his 10+2 education from a recognised board.