Question 1

What other courses are offered at GKV Haridwar?

Accepted Answer

GKV Haridwar provides a wide range of courses at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels. Other than these, the university also places emphasis on traditional Indian knowledge systems and offers specialized courses in Sanskrit, Vedic studies, Yoga, and Philosophy as a commitment to its cultural and spiritual foundation and as a way to merge academic learning with Indian traditions from thousands of years ago. Students are admitted either through national-level entrance exams, university-level entrance tests, or merit-based rankings, depending on the course.

Question 2

Is GKV Haridwar a government university?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GKV Haridwar, officially called Gurukula Kangri (Deemed to be University) Haridwar, is funded by the government. The university was established for the revival of Vedic education and the promotion of Vedic culture. Usually deemed universities have autonomy in their academia, but this means that, University Grants Commission recognizes it, and it is placed under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Therefore, it is a Government University. The University fuses education in general modern studies with Indian values and cultural learning and offers degrees in various disciplines that are recognised.

Question 3

Does GKV Haridwar provide scholarships to students?

Accepted Answer

GKV Haridwar provides various scholarships for enrolled students in their separate courses, which includes scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students that are provided by the government. Merit scholarships are also available for students tumbling to the top of the merit list for each program. Financial assistance may also be made available by state welfare departments or through national schemes such as the NSP. Some departments may also offer scholarships for both academic and economic-based criteria.

Question 4

Is GKV Haridwar co-educational?

Accepted Answer

GKV Haridwar is a co-educational university with separate campuses, i.e., Kanya Gurukula Campus and female faculties, including the Faculty of Arya and Faculty of Education. GKV Haridwar offers gender inclusive educational programs, while still practicing traditional methods such as the Gurukula style of learning, where gender segregation is involved. Several faculties at GKV Haridwar are fully co-educational faculties yet the Kanya Gurukula Campus is only for females. GKV Haridwar's commitment is to gender-integrated education while acknowledging GKV Haridwar's institutional philosophy, which is unique.

Question 5

Does GKV Haridwar have a dedicated placement cell?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GKV Haridwar has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that facilitates recruitment activities for students across various departments. The cell acts as a link between the students and the corporate world. It organises pre-placement talks, industry interactions, aptitude sessions, mock interviews, and skill development workshops. The placement team at GKV Haridwar regularly coordinates with companies and recruiters to invite them for campus drives, especially for students in engineering, management, and applied sciences courses.

Question 6

How are MBA placements at GKV Haridwar?

Accepted Answer

MBA placements at GKV Haridwar are largely concentrated in sectors like banking, retail, HR, and sales. Companies visiting for MBA recruitment include both regional firms and pan-India brands. Roles offered typically include management trainee, business development executive, operations associate, and HR executive. While the highest MBA packages at GKV Haridwar range from INR 4.8 LPA to INR 6 LPA, some students with strong communication and prior work experience secure higher-paying jobs. The Faculty of Management Studies also supports internships that often lead to Pre-Placement Offers.

Question 7

Does GKV Haridwar assist students with internships?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GKV Haridwar facilitates internship opportunities for students, especially for professional courses like B.Tech, BBA, and MBA. The Training and Placement Cell constantly disseminates internship information and assists students in preparing their resumes as well as applying for these profiles of interest. Additionally, many departments have a summer internship component as compulsory in their curriculum. Internships are an important step in the placement process at GKV Haridwar, as they give students hands-on experience and networking in the professional world before they even graduate.

Question 8

Are off-campus placement opportunities available through GKV Haridwar?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GKV Haridwar does facilitate (off-campus placement and job fair opportunities) to students by notifying students through an official email or by way of department notifications. Some of them can be pooled campus drives, alumni referrals or job opportunities with companies that do a virtual interview process (without a campus hiring). Generally, the placement cell at GKV Haridwar encourages students to take initiative in applying for those (on-campus and off-campus opportunities to improve their chances at getting a job. In some scenarios, the departments may even refer deserving candidates directly to recruiters outside of the traditional placement process.

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