UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies), Dehradun is a private state university established in 2003 through the UPES Act passed by the Uttarakhand State Legislature. It is recognised by UGC under Section 2(f) and holds NAAC A accreditation with a CGPA of 3.02. UPES operates seven schools spanning Computer Science, Advanced Engineering, Business, Law, Design, Health Sciences, and Modern Media, with over 19,100 students and 40,000-plus alumni.
As per NIRF 2025, UPES is ranked 18th in Law, 36th in Management, 43rd in Engineering, and 45th among Universities nationally. Globally, UPES is ranked 163rd in Asia (QS Asia 2026) and in the 501 to 600 band globally (THE World University Rankings 2026).
The university operates across two campuses — Bidholi and Kandoli — in Dehradun, covering a combined area of 44 acres. Both campuses have hostel facilities for male and female students, and the Bidholi campus houses a 2,500 sq. ft. gymnasium, a 2,400 sq. ft. student lounge, and a 650-seat auditorium.
- B.Tech — 4 years, multiple specialisations across Computer Science, Engineering, Petroleum, Aerospace, Biomedical, and allied streams. Fees: INR 14.23 to 23.30 Lakhs. Admission via UPESEAT, JEE Main, or CUET UG.
- MBA — 2 years, specialisations including AI, Business Analytics, FinTech, Oil and Gas Management, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, HR, Aviation, and more. Fees: INR 19.11 to 21.40 Lakhs. Admission via CAT/UPESMET/MAT/GMAT/NMAT/XAT.
- BBA — 3 years (Standard, Data Science and AI, Aviation and Airport Management). Fees: INR 12.81 to 14.30 Lakhs.
- Law (BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB) — 3 to 5 years. Fees: INR 15.18 to 24.69 Lakhs. NIRF Law rank 18 (2025).
- B.Des and M.Des — Design programmes across 4 specialisations. Fees: INR 25.41 Lakhs (B.Des, 4 years).
- M.Tech — 2 years across multiple specialisations. Fees: INR 3.86 to 8.60 Lakhs.
B.Tech (CSE) total fee is INR 23.30 Lakhs for 4 years. MBA total fees start at INR 19.11 Lakhs. Students with family income up to INR 8 Lakhs annually may qualify for a 100% tuition fee waiver under the EWS financial assistance scheme.
In the 2024-25 placement season, 2,444-plus students were placed with a 92% placement rate. The highest campus-wide CTC was INR 52 LPA (Computer Science School). The overall average CTC was INR 6.83 LPA. Over 800 companies participated.
UPES Admission Dates 2026
UPES 2026-27 admissions are in their final stage with a closing deadline of 20 August 2026 for all UG and PG programmes. UPESEAT online rounds continue on Saturdays and Wednesdays. JEE Main 2026 and CUET UG 2026 scores are also accepted for B.Tech admission without needing to appear in UPESEAT.
| Event | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|
| UPESEAT 2026 (B.Tech) | Ongoing (online, every Saturday and Wednesday) |
| JEE Main 2026 Score Accepted | Yes (min. 50 percentile for most branches) |
| CUET UG 2026 Score Accepted | Yes |
| UPESMET 2026 (MBA/BBA) | Ongoing (rolling basis) |
| UPESDAT 2026 (B.Des/M.Des) | Ongoing |
| ULSAT 2026 (Law) | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply (All Programmes) | 20 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | INR 1,750 |
The table below lists entrance exams accepted across UPES programme families.
| Programme | Entrance Exams Accepted |
|---|---|
| B.Tech | UPESEAT, JEE Main, CUET UG, Board Merit, SAT |
| MBA | CAT, UPESMET, MAT, GMAT, NMAT, XAT |
| BBA | UPESMET, Board Merit |
| Law (BA LLB / BBA LLB / LLB) | ULSAT |
| B.Des / M.Des | UPESDAT |
| M.Tech | GATE, Board Merit |
UPES Courses and Fees
UPES offers programmes across seven schools covering engineering, management, law, design, computer science, health sciences, and media. B.Tech is the largest programme with over 50 specialisations, and total fees vary significantly by domain. The table below covers key programme families.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE and allied — AI, ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Gaming, Cloud, IoT, Full Stack) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 50%, UPESEAT/JEE Main min. 50 percentile | INR 23.30 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Mathematics and Computing) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 70%, JEE Main min. 60 percentile | INR 23.30 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Aerospace, VLSI Design) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 50% | INR 18.38 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Gas and Applied Petroleum Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 50% | INR 21.28 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, ECE, Electrical, Robotics, Environmental) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 50% | INR 14.23 Lakhs |
| MBA (AI, Analytics, FinTech, Investment Banking, Strategy) | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, CAT/UPESMET/GMAT | INR 21.40 Lakhs |
| MBA (Marketing, Finance, HR, Aviation, Digital Business) | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, CAT/UPESMET/GMAT | INR 19.11 Lakhs |
| BBA (Standard) | 3 years | 10+2 from recognised board | INR 12.81 Lakhs |
| BBA (Aviation and Airport Management) | 3 years | 10+2 from recognised board | INR 13.40 Lakhs |
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 5 years | 10+2 with 50%, ULSAT | INR 24.69 Lakhs |
| LLB (Hons.) | 3 years | Graduation with 50%, ULSAT | INR 15.18 Lakhs |
| B.Des (4 specialisations) | 4 years | 10+2 with 50%, UPESDAT | INR 25.41 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (CSE) | 2 years | B.Tech with 60%, GATE preferred | INR 8.60 Lakhs |
UPES offers an integrated BBA plus MBA (5 years, INR 31.17 Lakhs) and integrated M.Des (2 years, INR 14.37 Lakhs) for students who wish to pursue a combined degree pathway. The Petroleum Engineering and Aerospace specialisations are UPES’s historically distinctive offerings — areas where few private universities offer dedicated programmes in India.
UPES Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admissions at UPES use a flexible multi-exam approach, giving students multiple routes to qualify. UPESEAT is an online test conducted every Saturday and Wednesday throughout the admission season.
- Eligibility: Minimum 50% in Class X and XII with 50% in PCM. Mathematics and Computing requires minimum 70% in Class X, XII, and PCM individually.
- Entrance accepted: UPESEAT (online, rolling), JEE Main (minimum 50 percentile for most branches, 60 percentile for Maths and Computing), CUET UG, Board Merit, and SAT for international students.
- Application fee: INR 1,750.
MBA Admission
- Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate.
- Entrance accepted: CAT, UPESMET, MAT, GMAT, NMAT, XAT. Students with CAT 85 percentile and above, NMAT 200 and above, or 80% in graduation qualify for merit scholarships.
- Selection: Entrance score, followed by a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at UPES Dehradun or designated venues.
Law Admission
Law programmes (BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB) are admitted through ULSAT (UPES Law Studies Aptitude Test), a dedicated entrance test. BCI (Bar Council of India) approval governs the law school. UPES Law is ranked 18th nationally by NIRF 2025.
Design Admission
B.Des and M.Des admissions use UPESDAT (UPES Design Aptitude Test), which tests creativity, visualisation, and design aptitude. Portfolio review and an interview are part of the selection process for design programmes.
UPES Placements
In the 2024-25 placement season, UPES placed 2,444-plus students with a 92% placement rate. The highest package was INR 52 LPA (Computer Science School). The overall average CTC was INR 6.83 LPA. Over 800 companies participated, up from 535 companies in 2022-23.
| School | Highest Package (2024-25) | Top 10% Average |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | INR 52 LPA | INR 42 LPA |
| Advanced Engineering | INR 27.6 LPA | INR 17.9 to 18.2 LPA |
| Business (MBA) | INR 29 to 30 LPA | INR 14.2 to 15.8 LPA |
| Law | INR 22.5 LPA | INR 8.9 LPA |
| BBA | INR 25 LPA | INR 9.9 LPA |
Top consistent recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Infosys, HCL Technologies, Adani Group, ONGC, Deloitte, EY, PwC, Accenture, Maruti Suzuki, Siemens, and Boeing. UPES’s petroleum and energy engineering alumni are placed at ONGC, Reliance Industries, Shell, Halliburton, and other oil and gas companies globally. Over 50 UPES faculty members are featured in Stanford’s World Top 2% Researchers list, supporting strong research-linked industry collaborations.
UPES Rankings
UPES holds strong NIRF positions across multiple categories in 2025, led by its Law school rank of 18. Internationally, it is ranked 163rd in Asia by QS and in the 501 to 600 band globally by THE 2026.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025/2026 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Law | 18 |
| NIRF | Management | 36 |
| NIRF | Engineering | 43 |
| NIRF | University | 45 |
| NIRF | Research | 45 |
| QS Asia Rankings | Asia (2026) | 163 (24th in South Asia) |
| THE World University Rankings | Global (2026) | 501 to 600 (5th in India) |
| QS by Subject 2025 | Engineering and Technology | 239 globally |
| QS by Subject 2025 | Petroleum Engineering | 101 to 150 band |
UPES participates in NIRF across five categories and holds consistent positions across all of them. Its Petroleum Engineering programme ranks in the 101 to 150 band globally in QS Subject Rankings 2025 — one of the few Indian private universities ranked in this niche engineering category. NAAC A accreditation (CGPA 3.02) and NBA accreditation for multiple engineering and MBA programmes round out the quality certification portfolio.
UPES Scholarships
UPES offers merit scholarships based on board examination performance, entrance test scores, and financial need. The EWS financial assistance scheme provides up to 100% tuition fee waiver for students from families with annual income up to INR 8 Lakhs.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| EWS Financial Assistance | Annual gross family income up to INR 8 Lakhs | 100% tuition fee waiver |
| Board Merit Scholarship (90% and above) | 90% and above in Class 12 board exam | 20% tuition fee waiver |
| Board Merit Scholarship (80 to 89.99%) | 80% to 89.99% in Class 12 board exam | 10% tuition fee waiver |
| JEE Main / CUET Merit Scholarship | Exceptional JEE Main or CUET UG performance | Up to 20% tuition fee waiver |
| In-Programme Academic Scholarship | CGPA above 9 in semesters | Up to 50% tuition fee waiver |
| MBA Merit Scholarship | CAT 85 percentile and above, or NMAT 200 and above, or 80% in graduation | Merit-based scholarship (amount varies by programme) |
| Employee Ward Concession | Ward of UPES employee | 75% fee concession |
| Sibling Concession | Sibling of a current UPES student | 50% fee concession |
UPES Campus and Infrastructure
UPES operates across two campuses in Dehradun — Bidholi (main) and Kandoli — covering a combined area of 44 acres. Both campuses have hostel facilities for male and female students with hygienic mess facilities and common room amenities.
The Bidholi campus houses a 2,500 sq. ft. fully-furnished gymnasium, a 2,400 sq. ft. student lounge, and a 650-seat auditorium. Academic facilities include 120-plus domain-specific labs equipped with industry-grade technology, covering petroleum engineering, aerospace, embedded systems, cybersecurity, cloud computing, gaming development, design studios, law moot courts, and media production labs.
The Dehradun location places UPES within the Doon Valley, known for its pleasant climate and educational ecosystem. The university has produced over 40,000 alumni across energy, technology, management, and design sectors globally. UPES’s industry interface includes partnerships with ONGC, Reliance, Boeing, Microsoft, Adani Group, and other major corporations for live projects, sponsored research, and campus recruitment.
UPES vs SRM University vs Manipal University
UPES, SRM University (Chennai), and Manipal Academy of Higher Education serve overlapping pools of students targeting private universities outside the government-IIT/NIT tier, with strong placement credentials and a pan-India student base. All three offer B.Tech, MBA, and allied programmes.
| Parameter | UPES Dehradun | SRM University | Manipal University |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF University Rank 2025 | 45 | 18 | 8 |
| NIRF Engineering Rank 2025 | 43 | 29 | 11 |
| NAAC Grade | A (CGPA 3.02) | A++ (CGPA 3.65) | A++ (CGPA 3.68) |
| B.Tech Fees (4 years, CSE) | INR 23.30 Lakhs | INR 14 to 17 Lakhs | INR 14 to 18 Lakhs |
| Highest B.Tech Package 2024-25 | INR 52 LPA | INR 50 to 60 LPA | INR 50 to 60 LPA |
| QS Asia Rank | 163 | 101 to 150 | 101 to 150 |
| Distinctive Programme | Petroleum Engineering (QS rank 101-150 globally) | Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy | Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy |
| Campus Location | Dehradun, Uttarakhand | Kattankulathur, Chennai | Manipal, Karnataka |
Manipal and SRM hold higher NIRF University and Engineering ranks and a stronger NAAC grade than UPES. UPES leads in Law (NIRF rank 18) and is uniquely positioned for Petroleum Engineering globally. UPES B.Tech CSE fees are higher than SRM and Manipal at comparable placement levels. Students from North India often prefer UPES for proximity and its distinctive energy-sector industry connect.
UPES FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of UPES Dehradun in 2025?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, UPES is ranked 18th in Law, 36th in Management, 43rd in Engineering, and 45th among Universities. Internationally, UPES is ranked 163rd in Asia (QS Asia 2026) and in the 501 to 600 global band (THE 2026).
Ques. What is the average placement package at UPES?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement season, the overall average CTC at UPES was INR 6.83 LPA. The highest package was INR 52 LPA in the Computer Science School. MBA placement highest was INR 29 to 30 LPA. Over 2,444 students were placed across 800-plus companies at a 92% placement rate.
Ques. Does UPES accept JEE Main for B.Tech admission?
Ans. Yes. UPES accepts JEE Main scores for B.Tech admission. The minimum JEE Main score required is 50 percentile for most B.Tech branches and 60 percentile for Mathematics and Computing. Candidates who have not appeared in JEE Main can take UPESEAT (conducted online every Saturday and Wednesday) or apply using CUET UG scores.
Ques. What is the B.Tech CSE fee at UPES?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee for CSE and allied specialisations (AI, ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Gaming, Cloud Computing, IoT, Full Stack) at UPES is INR 23.30 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. Scholarships of up to 20% on tuition fees are available for students with 90% and above in Class 12 board exams. EWS candidates with family income up to INR 8 Lakhs may qualify for a 100% tuition fee waiver.
Ques. Is UPES a deemed university or a state university?
Ans. UPES is a private state university, not a deemed university. It was established in 2003 through the UPES Act passed by the Uttarakhand State Legislature and is UGC-recognised under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. It holds NAAC A accreditation (CGPA 3.02) and NBA accreditation for multiple programmes.
Ques. What CAT score is needed for MBA at UPES?
Ans. UPES accepts CAT, UPESMET, MAT, GMAT, NMAT, and XAT scores for MBA admission. There is no published minimum CAT cutoff for eligibility — students with any valid CAT score can apply. However, students with CAT 85 percentile and above qualify for merit scholarships. Shortlisted candidates appear for a Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Ques. Does UPES have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. UPES has hostel facilities for male and female students at both Bidholi and Kandoli campuses in Dehradun. Hostel facilities include hygienic mess, a TV in the common room, and indoor games. The Bidholi campus also has a 2,500 sq. ft. gymnasium and a 2,400 sq. ft. student lounge. Hostel fees should be confirmed from the official UPES portal at the time of admission.
Ques. Is UPES good for Petroleum Engineering?
Ans. UPES is one of the few universities in India offering a dedicated Gas and Applied Petroleum Engineering B.Tech programme. In QS Subject Rankings 2025, UPES ranks in the 101 to 150 band globally in Petroleum Engineering, making it one of the most recognised Indian institutions in this niche. Recruiters for petroleum engineering graduates include ONGC, Reliance Industries, Shell, Halliburton, and other oil and gas companies. Total fee is INR 21.28 Lakhs for 4 years.
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