UPES – Admissions

About

Admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs under engineering, management, law, design, and applied sciences is now open for UPES Admissions 2026. Established in 2003 and located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, UPES follows a merit- and entrance-based admission system, accepting scores from JEE Main, CUET, UPESEAT, CAT, CLAT, and other program-specific examinations. The university is widely recognized for its industry-integrated curriculum, skill-focused pedagogy, and strong career orientation, aimed at long-term professional readiness.

UPES operates from a purpose-built, fully residential campus set in the foothills of the Himalayas, offering a focused academic environment while remaining well connected to Dehradun city. Students benefit from a balanced academic structure that combines classroom learning, hands-on projects, experiential training, and continuous industry exposure—supporting steady academic growth without excessive pressure.

Over the years, UPES has positioned itself as a professionally driven institution, emphasizing applied learning, consistency, innovation, and career outcomes rather than purely theoretical instruction.

Table of Contents

• Admission Highlights 2026
• Courses Offered at UPES
• Programs, Eligibility & Selection
• Important Dates
• Fees & Key Details
• How to Apply
• UPSET
• FAQs

Admission Highlights 2026

Courses Offered at UPES

UPES offers academic programs across a wide range of disciplines, including:

• Engineering & Technology
• Management & Business
• Law & Legal Studies
• Design & Architecture
• Computer Applications
• Energy & Applied Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Liberal Studies & Humanities

Most programs go beyond conventional classroom teaching. Students are encouraged to participate in projects, laboratory work, case studies, presentations, internships, and industry-linked assignments, helping them apply concepts in real-world professional settings.

Programs, Eligibility & Selection Criteria

Undergraduate (UG) Programs

Postgraduate (PG) Programs

Doctoral (PhD) Programs

Important Dates

Courses, Fees & Key Details

How to Apply

• Visit the official UPES website and click on Admissions / Apply Now
• Register online using a valid email ID and mobile number
• Fill in personal, academic, and program details
• Pay the application fee of ₹1,350 (approx.)
• Appear for the entrance exam or assessment (if applicable)
• Attend counselling or document verification if shortlisted
• Confirm admission by paying the course fee

UPSET

UPES conducts its own entrance examination known as UPESEAT for admission to selected undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The test evaluates subject knowledge, aptitude, and academic preparedness relevant to the chosen course. UPESEAT serves as an alternative pathway for candidates who may not have appeared for national-level entrance exams.

Key Details of UPESEAT

• Conducting Body: UPES
• Eligibility: Program-specific (UG & PG courses)
• Exam Mode: Online / Offline (as notified)
• Syllabus: Based on Class 12 or graduation level
• Exam Fee: ₹1,350 (approx.)
• Selection: Entrance score + academic merit + counselling performance

UPESEAT provides a flexible and accessible admission route, especially for programs that do not strictly require national entrance scores.

FAQs