The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies is a state university established in 2003. It is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. UPES is an integrative institution that provides groundbreaking specialisations and curricula for its constituents. The university is known for its specialised courses, global collaborations, and academic reputation. UPES offers distinctive undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a variety of fields, including engineering, management, law, health sciences, design, modern media, and computer sciences.
 Table of Contents
- UPES Highlights
- UPES Rankings
- UPES Courses
- UPES Application Process
- UPES Fees and Scholarship Details
- UPES Campus Facilities
- UPES Placement Opportunities
- UPES Notable Alumni
UPES Highlights
The most fascinating quality of UPES is its dynamic and versatile approach towards education. Here are some key highlights:
| Year of establishment | Â 2003 |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
| Accreditation | Grade A by NAAC |
| No. of students studying at university | Â 15,000 + |
| Faculty | 500+ prominent members |
| Campuses | Bidholi, Dehradun.                 Kandoli, Dehradun. |
UPES Rankings
UPES has a legacy of 21 years in multidisciplinary and holistic learning. The following rankings depict the qualitative culture of the university.
| Ranking Body | Category | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | University category | 2024 | 46 |
| NIRF | Overall category | 2024 | 59 |
| QS world university rankings (India-specific ) | Private university (India) | 2023 | 3 |
UPES Courses Offered
UPES offers more than 200 courses at ug, pg, and certificate levels. The duration of the UG courses is generally 3 or 4 years, and for the PG courses, it is 2 years. The following table shows detailed information.
| Course | Eligibility | Annual Tuition Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| B.E / B.Tech | 10+2: 50-80% Exams: JEE Main, UPESEAT | ₹4.6 L - ₹20 L |
| B.Sc | 10+2: 50% Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC | ₹4 L - ₹16 L |
| MBA/PGDM | 10+2: 50% Graduation: 50% Exams: UPESMET, MAT | ₹1.5 L - ₹20.6 L |
| B.A LLB Hons. | 10+2: 50% Exams: CLAT, LSAT India | ₹20.1 L - ₹21.2 L |
| BBA | 10+2: 50% Exams: CUET, UGAT | ₹1.5 L - ₹20.6 L |
| BCA | 10+2: 45-50% Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC | ₹1.5 L - ₹5.6 L |
| B.Des | 10+2: 50% Exams: NIFT, NID Entrance Exam | ₹21.6 L - ₹43.7 L |
| B.Com | 10+2: 50% Exams: CBSE 12th, UK 12th | ₹5.2 L - ₹15.2 L |
| M.E / M.Tech | 10+2: 60% Graduation: 60% Exams: GATE , UPESMET | ₹3.1 L - ₹7.3 L |
| BBA LL.B Hons. | 10+2: 50% Exams: CLAT, LSAT India | ₹20.1 L |
| B.Pharma | 10+2: 50% Exams: JEE Main, NEET | ₹9.5 L |
| B.A | 10+2: 50% Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC | ₹5.7 L - ₹47.9 L |
| LL.M | 10+2: 50% Graduation: 50% Exams: CLAT, ULSAT | ₹2.8 L |
| LL.B | 10+2: 50% Exams: CBSE 12th, UK 12th | ₹12.7 L |
| M.Sc | 10+2: 50% Graduation: 50% | ₹2 L - ₹4.2 L |
| MCA | 10+2: 50% Graduation: 50% | ₹4.9 L |
| M.Des | 10+2: 50% Graduation: 50% Exams: CEED, UPES DAT | ₹12.5 L |
| Certificate | Graduation: 45-50% | ₹25K - ₹95K |
| PhD | Exams: GATE , SET | Approx. ₹1.5 L |
UPES Application Process
The admission process for UPES admission is provided step by step below:
- Visit UPES, Misraspatti’s official website.
- Click ‘Apply Now’ and select preferred course.
- Fill the registration form with basic details like name, email, mobile number, date of birth, and course of interest.
- Provide personal, qualification, & communication details with the academic history (10th & 12th marks).
- Upload the needed documents like scanned photographs and signatures.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,350 through credit/debit card, or net banking.
- Review and submit the application.
- After submission, download the form and print a copy for future reference.
 Documents Required for UPES Admission Process
- Class 10 Marksheet
- Class 12 Marksheet
- Graduation Marksheet (for PG applicants)
- Scanned Photograph (20-50 KB)
- Scanned Signature (10-25 KB)
- Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport)
- Payment Details for Application Fee
For Uttarakhand Domicile Applicants-
- Domicile Certificate/Sthai Niwas Praman Patra of Applicant
- Family Income Proof: Parents’ ITR of the current year (Family Income should be less than 12 LPA to avail the benefit)
- Student Aadhar card
UPES Important dates
| Date Range | Event |
|---|---|
| 1st week of November 2024 | Start of the online application process |
| 4th week of February 2025 | Last date to submit application form (Phase 1) |
| 4th week of April 2025 | UPESEAT 2025 Exam Date (Phase 1) |
| 2nd week of June 2025 | UPESEAT 2025 Exam Date (Phase 2) |
| 2nd week of July 2025 | UPESEAT 2025 Exam Date (Phase 3) |
| 3rd week of August 2025 | UPESEAT 2025 Exam Date (Phase 4) |
| July 2025 | Result declaration for UPESEAT |
| Last week of July 2025 | Publication of merit list |
| August 2025 | Commencement of counselling |
UPES fees and scholarship details
Fees at UPES vary from one course to another since the institute covers several fees, ranging from tuition fees to hostel fees and many other fees. Below is a table illustrating different fee ranges for a variety of programs:
| Course | Annual Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 1,50,000- 5,10,748 |
| Postgraduate | 1,50,000-20,60,000 |
| Integrated | 1,00,000-5,00,000 |
UPES Scholarship details
UPES offers a variety of scholarships aimed at supporting meritorious and deserving students. These scholarships are designed to encourage academic excellence and provide financial assistance based on various criteria, including academic performance, entrance exam scores, and specific initiatives to promote education among underrepresented groups. A few of the scholarships provided by the university are as follows:
- Academic scholarships
- Sports scholarships
- Alumni scholarships
- Freeships
- Bonafide Uttarakhand student
- Fellowship for M. tech and M.Des programs
- Scholarship for MBA
- Scholarship based on academic performance
- Student financial support
- Employee ward scholarship
- Employee sibling ward scholarship
These scholarships have different eligibility criteria available on the university’s official website.
UPES Campus
UPES is located in a serene peaceful environment on the hills of Dehradun.
- Multi-activity Centre (MAC) at Bidholi has a 2500 sq ft fully-furnished gym with a 2400 sq ft student lounge area.
- It has a 650 people seating capacity auditorium.
- The sports complex is 2 acres with amphitheatre seating in Phase 1 at the Kandoli campus.
- UPES is focused on building 6 recharge wells at the Bidholi campus for recharging the sub-surface water.
- It has around 120 labs across all engineering departments at the School of Engineering.
- The university has safe hostel facilities for its students with cleanliness, cafe, medical protocol and assistance.
- UPES library has collection of information services with technological resources for students and faculty.
UPES Placements
UPES is the 1st Indian university to be awarded 5Â stars on employability The university has an efficient career services department. With its ties with industries, the institution can assure that graduates undergo enough exposure and are absorbed into professional roles shortly after graduation.
| Particulars | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Highest Package Offered | ₹33 LPA |
| Average Package (Top 10% Students) | ₹16.51 LPA |
| Total Students Placed | 480 |
| Total Recruiters | TBA |
| Placement Percentage | TBA |
| B.Tech Highest Package | ₹33 LPA |
| MBA Highest Package | ₹29 LPA |
UPES Alumni
The university has an exotic list of notable alumni. The following are the people of recognition.
| Shreya Singh | UPES. B.Tech Alumna lead business development, SLB |
|---|---|
| Ankit Jain | UPES Alumnus (BA LLB) Partner designate, Luthra and luthra law offices |
| Kuldeep Prashar | UPES B.Tech Alumnus founder, pension box |
| Bhupendra Verma | UPES BA LL.B Alumnus partner, cyril amarchand mangaldas |
| Anmol Jaggi | UPES B. tech Alumnus founder Blusmart mobility |
| Mudit Verma | UPES B . Tech Alumnus Co- founder Raymatch technologies |
| Ankit Dubey | UPES M. Design Alumnus product design lead, flipkart & cleartrip |
