UPES Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

Dehradun, UttarakhandPrivate UniversityEstd 2003NAAC Grade A 3.0
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UPES Latest Updates and News

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Other Updates2

03 Jun, 2026 UPES BBA, BBA+MBA Admission 2026 is ongoing through UPESMET-UG (Round 6). Apply @upes.ac.in till June 15, 2026.

03 Jun, 2026 UPES 5-year LLB program Admission 2026 is ongoing based on ULSAT (Round 6). The last date to apply is June 15, 2026

03 Jun, 2026 MBA Application 2026 (Round 6) is open at UPES via UPESMET. Register by June 15, 2026, @upes.ac.in.

03 Jun, 2026 UPES BTech Admission 2026 is ongoing through UPESEAT (Round 6). The last date to apply is June 15, 2026

03 Jun, 2026 UPES LLM Admission 2026 is ongoing based on ULSAT (Round 6). Apply till June 15, 2026, @upes.ac.in.

03 Jun, 2026 UPES Round 6 Admission 2026 is ongoing for B.Des & M.Des courses via UPESDAT. The last date to apply is June 15, 2026

UPES is accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic session. B.Tech, offered in 21 specialisations, along with options for lateral entry into the second year, is the most popular course. The eligibility requitres 50% marks in PCB/M in 10+2. Selection is based on JEE Main/ UPESEAT/ CUET score.

UPES Dehradun Admission Dates 2026

The application portal is active for admission to UPES. Refer to the following table for important dates related to the admission schedule:

Event Date
Application Timeline April 20, 2026 - May 28, 2026
UPESDAT/ UPESMET-UG/ ULSAT/ UPESMET/ UPESEAT/ UPESDAT Round 4 Exam May 3, 2026
Online and offline PI for the Round 4 exam May 4, 2026 – May 8, 2026

Course-Wise Exams and Important Dates

Program Exam Registration Date Exam Date
B.Tech JEE Main

Oct 31-Nov 27, 2025 (Session 1)

Feb 01-Feb 25, 2025 (Session 2)

Jan 21-28, 2026 (Session 1)

Apr 02-08, 2026 (Session 2)

MBA CAT Aug 01 - Sep 20, 2025 Nov 30, 2025
MAT

Dec 25, 2025 - Feb 23, 2026 (PBT)

Dec 25, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026 (CBT)

Mar 01, 2026 (PBT)

Mar 08, 2026 (CBT)

XAT Jul 10 - Dec 11, 2025 Jan 04, 2026
UG CUET UG Jan 03 - Feb 04, 2026 May 11 - May 31, 2026
PG CUET PG Dec 14, 2025 - Jan 25, 2026 Mar 06 - Mar 27, 2026
MBBS NEET Feb 08 - Mar 11, 2026 Jun 21, 2026

UPES Dehradun UG Admission 2026

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies accepts national entrance exams for admission to its courses. But it also conducts its own entrance exams for most of the courses. CUET scores are also applicable for UPES UG admission. Check the following table for more details:

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
B.Tech 10+2 with at least 50% marks in the science stream UPESEAT/ JEE Main/ CUET
B.Sc CUET + Personal Interview
B.Pharma UPESPAT/ NEET/ CUET
BBA 10+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream UPESMET-UG/ UGAT/ CUET
B.Com (Hons) CUET + Personal Interview
BCA 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks and Maths/ Computer Science/ IT as a compulsory subject CUET + Personal Interview
B.Des 10+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream
UCEED score: 83.75 or more
UPESDAT/ NID/ NIFT/ UCEED + Portfolio Presentation + Personal Interview
5-Year L.L.B. 10+2 with at lest 50% marks from any stream ULSAT/ CLAT/ CUET
3-Year L.L.B. Minimum 50% marks at both 10+2 and graduation levels from any stream Personal Interview

UPES Dehradun PG Admission 2026

UPES, Dehradun offers BBA+MBA, MCA and MA in multiple disciplines. The details of other PG courses at the university are given below:

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
M.Sc Minimum 50% marks at both 10+2 and graduation levels in the science stream and relevant discipline Personal Interview
M.Tech 10+2 with at least 55% marks + graduation in the relevant discipline with at least 60% marks
MBA Graduation from any stream with at least 50% marks UPESMET/ National Entrance Exams + Personal Interview
M.Des B.Des/ B.Arch./ B.Tech/ BFA with at least 50% marks
UCEED score: 47.80
UPESDAT/ CEED/ NID/ NIFT + Portfolio Presentation + Interview.
L.L.M. L.L.B./ equivalent graduation with at least 50% marks ULSAT-LLM/ CLAT-PG

UPES Dehradun Admission Process 2026

The following steps must be followed to secure admission at University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun:

  • Fill the application form with the required personal and academic details and pay an application fee of INR 1,750.
  • Appear for the national-level/ UPES-based entrance exam according to the chosen course, if applicable.
  • Choose the suitable slot from the schedule of the personal interview received via SMS. Register for the interview, if required.
  • A provisional offer letter will be issued in the name of the candidate. He/ she must pay the acceptance fee to block their seat before the offer expiry date.

UPES Dehradun Admission FAQs

Ques. Is my fee refundable if I cancel admission to UPES?

Ans. Yes, the fees can be refunded if a student cancels his/ her admission to UPES in the first year. For this purpose, the student has to submit an application. According to the policy, the refund shall be processed within 45 working days after receiving the application.

Ques. How many specialisations are offered in B.Des at UPES Dehradun?

Ans. UPES offers seven specialisations under its Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program:

  • Game Design
  • Animation and VFX
  • Graphic Design
  • Interaction Design
  • Industrial and Product Design
  • Interior and Retail Space Design
  • Mobility and Vehicle Design

Ques. When do admissions take place at UPES Dehradun?

Ans. For Degree Programs, there are two admission sessions in a year- January and July. Admission will be granted only to those candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria.

Ques. Is UPESEAT compulsory for admission to B.Tech at UPES?

Ans. UPES Dehradun conducts UPESEAT, a 2-hour online test for admission to the B.Tech program. Applicants who have appeared in JEE Main/ CUET/SAT and hold a decent score need not take UPSEAT. Though the university does not release the cutoffs, students say a JEE Main rank below 20000 is an accepted score. However, students must contact the authorities to confirm their eligibility.

Ques. What is the fee refund policy at UPES Dehradun?

Ans. The amount of money refunded in case of cancellation of admission at UPES is mentioned in the slabs below:

Date of Cancellation of Admission Percentage of Fee Refunded
Till August 31, 2026 100% (INR 1,000 will be deducted as a processing fee)
September 1, 2026 - September 15, 2026 90%
September 16, 2026 - September 30, 2026 80%
October 1, 2026 - October 15, 2026 50%
After October 15, 2026 0%

UPES Admissions: Students' Opinion

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AI-Generated Summary based on 449 Reviews

The B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) program at UPES, Dehradun offers multiple pathways for admission, including UPESEAT, JEE Main scores, and CUET. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum of 50% in both their 10th and 12th board exams, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects in Class 12th. The application process begins on the official UPES website post-board examinations, with a fee ranging from ?1000 to ?1500. For those opting for direct admission, a 75% or higher in board exams or a JEE percentile of 75 or more is advantageous.

Scholarships of up to 30% are available for students with above 90 percentile in JEE Main or similar board percentages. The selection process may include personal interviews, group discussions, or document verification, primarily for those applying via board or JEE scores rather than UPESEAT, which some reviews suggest is not very challenging. Reservation benefits are present for SC/ST and Uttarakhand domicile students. Entrance exams are scheduled around May to June, aligning with board exam timelines.

The UPES offers a scenic location and substantial placement opportunities, often making it a preferred choice for students over other institutions. Access to official details like application dates and fees can be found directly on the UPES website.

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UPES Upcoming Important Dates 2026


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Date for UPESDAT Entrance Exam for Admission 2026 [B.Des.]
May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026
Date for UPESPAT Entrance Exam for Admission 2026 [B.Pharm.]
May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026
Date for UPESMET-UG Entrance Exam for Admission 2026 [BBA]
May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026

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shruti verma
Jun 4, 2022 15:09
When is the UG courses admission notice expected to be released?
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Akshata Duse
Jun 6, 2022 12:16

The notice has already been released. Admission for all the undergraduate courses will begin on June 30, 2022 and will end on July 5, 2022.

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yash raj singh
Jun 4, 2022 14:58
Are the law courses of UPES Dehradun approved by BCI?
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Akshata Duse
Jun 6, 2022 12:17

UPES Dehradun is accredited by NAAC and approved by UGC, BCI, and AIU. 


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