About University of Allahabad Senate Hall
The Senate Hall is a historic convocation and administrative hall located within the University of Allahabad campus in Old Katra, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Built between 1910 and 1915 and designed by architect Sir William Emerson in Indo-Saracenic style, it forms part of the university's heritage complex. Notable for its arched facade, domed central hall and colonial-era architecture, it has served as the venue for convocations, academic ceremonies and official university functions for over a century.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to see a grand colonial-era heritage building within the University of Allahabad campus, featuring Indo-Saracenic architecture with arches, domes and stone detailing. The exterior facade and surrounding university quadrangle with lawns and heritage blocks are viewable from the campus. Interior access is generally restricted to official university events and convocations and requires prior permission. The setting is an active academic campus with tree-lined roads and historic department buildings nearby.
Key highlights
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Indo-Saracenic architecture designed by Sir William Emerson, architect of Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
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Central domed convocation hall used for university ceremonies since 1915
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Part of the University of Allahabad heritage complex established in 1887