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In 2015, the university introduced online study facilities, a rare feature at the time, enhancing flexibility for students, especially working professionals. Admissions are competitive, with opportunities for scholarships based on merit and need, including those provided by the Sikkim government. Faculty members, recognized as industry experts, contribute extensively through teaching and research, enriching the learning environment. Local students pay Rs. 60,000 per semester, while non-local students pay an additional Rs. 5,000, with total costs amounting to Rs. 1,92,300 and Rs. 3,84,000 for local and non-local residents, respectively, over the course duration.
BBA students incur approximately Rs. 3,90,000 over three years, or Rs. 1,30,000 annually. The semester fee is Rs. 13,950, including a Rs. 2,300 exam fee, payable per semester or annually. The fee structure is reasonable compared to other private universities. The placement cell is robust, particularly for engineering students, providing internships from the second year and final-year placements. Top recruiters like Amazon, Wipro, and Infosys offer salary packages ranging from 1.5 to 20 lakhs per annum.
Companies such as ICICI, HDFC, and TCS have participated in placements, although student experiences with the placement services vary. The reviewer enjoyed a scholarship, the Gyandeep Vidyapeet, which reduced their admission fees, and pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration from 2011 to 2014 despite the distance from their hometown, motivated by the scholarship opportunity.
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