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Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar Ranking

Q: Is Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar tier 1 or tier 2?

Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, is considered a Tier-1 State Public University. It holds recognitions like UGC Category-1 status and a NAAC 'A+'. Additionally, it ranks in the top 50 public universities in India under NIRF rankings. While its engineering and professional courses come across at a strong Tier-2 level relative to institutes like IITs or top NITs, GNDU's overall institutional status, research output, and top-tier sports record place it as a leading public universities in North India.

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Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar
GNDU Ranking Highlights 2026

One of India’s top schools is GNDU. Numerous national ranking agencies have continuously recognised it as one of the best institutes. According to the QS World University Rankings 2026, the institute has been awarded #329 rank in the Asia category, and #=77 under Southern Asia. The institute is a top-ranked institute because of its equipped infrastructure and well-educated faculty. Check the article given below to know details around GNDU rankings.

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QS World University Rankings, 2026

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Q: Should I join B.Com at GNDU or make a drop?

Guru Nanak Dev University BCom programme is quite popular among all the courses offered by the university. The curriculum is at par with the nationwide standards. The fee is affordable and gives good returns on investment in terms of average package received by BCom graduates here. Now, decice whether you want to study BCom at GNDU or rather bear a drop year for a better option that is not confirmed yet.

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Q: How is MBA in Financial Analytics curriculum with NSE Academy at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar?

MBA in Financial Analytics in collaboration with NSE Academy allows GNDU students to receive NSE certifications with their passing degree. These students also get access to NSE Trading Simulation Labs which allow them to prepare better for jobs after their graduation.

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Q: What is the overall national ranking of GNDU Amritsar?

Guru Nanak Dev University ranks among the top public state universities in India. In NIRF 2022 and 2023, it places at #44 and #48 under 'university category' and is ranked among the top 15 state public universities by leading national surveys such as India Today and The Outlook.

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Q: Which university is more economical for BSc among Guru Nanak Dev University and Panjab University, Chandigarh?

GNDU and Punjab University BSc affordability in terms of tuition fee:

GNDU BSc fee is between INR 26,700 - INR 4.2 lakh
PUCHD BSc fee is somewhere between INR 15,000 - INR 2.9 lakh

Please note that the exact cost will vary. This information is taken from official sources and are subject to change.

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Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar Ranking

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GNDU Ranking Highlights 2026
NIRF Ranking 2026
India Today Ranking 2026
GNDU Outlook Ranking 2025
GNDU The Week Ranking 2026
GNDU QS World University Rankings Ranking 2026
Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar Course Ranking
Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar Student Reviews

Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar
NIRF Ranking 2026

GNDU is consistently recognized as one of the top institutes across all major categories by NIRF 2023. It has been noticed that in the 'Overall' category the institute's ranks have shown a fluctuating trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2023, GNDU fell 7 ranks to #87 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking.

It has been seen that in the 'University' category, the institute's ranking has fluctuation when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2023, GNDU

It has been seen that in the 'University' category, the institute's ranking has fluctuation when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2023, GNDU fell 4 ranks to #48 rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking. In the 'University' category, GNDU ranked in the top 50 in the country for the second consecutive year in 2023. Students can refer to the table below for the GNDU NIRF rankings:

GNDU vs Other Colleges: NIRF Ranking Comparison

Based on NIRF ranking 2023, GNDU got #87 rank in the 'Overall' category. It stands at par with the leading universities such as Gujarat University, and AIIMS Rishikesh for NIRF rankings under the 'Overall' category, it is also compared with NMIMS Mumbai and Graphic Era University. Check out the year-by-year comparison of GNDU with other top institutes:

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Q: What is the accreditation of GNDU Amritsar?

Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar is a affiliating university. GNDU holds the NAAC A+ accreditation. This is the highest grade given by NAAC to any college or university. GNDU gives many UG and PG courses to the students and is one of the best universities in the country.

Q: Is Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar tier 1 or tier 2?

Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, is considered a Tier-1 State Public University. It holds recognitions like UGC Category-1 status and a NAAC 'A+'. Additionally, it ranks in the top 50 public universities in India under NIRF rankings. While its engineering and professional courses come across at a strong Tier-2 level relative to institutes like IITs or top NITs, GNDU's overall institutional status, research output, and top-tier sports record place it as a leading public universities in North India.

Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar
India Today Ranking 2026

GNDU has been recognised for its excellence in various fields by India Today 2025, outperforming other institutes in parameters such as Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity & Research, as well as fostering an exceptional learning environment. In the 'University (Government)' category, the institute's ranks have descended when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2025, GNDU fell 1 rank to #12 rank in the 'University (Government)' category by the India Today ranking.

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GNDU vs Other Colleges: India Today Ranking Comparison

GNDU secured #12 rank in the 'University (Government)' category of India Today 2025 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as Annamalai University Chidambaram and Allahabad University. Check out how GNDU compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

GNDU Outlook Ranking 2025

According to the rankings from Outlook-ICARE, GNDU outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment.

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GNDU vs Other Colleges: Outlook Ranking Comparison

As per the Outlook-ICARE 2025, GNDU achieved #18 rank under the 'State Public University' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as Sri Venkateswara University and Bharathidasan University under the Outlook-ICARE 'State Public University' category. Check the year-wise comparison of GNDU with other leading institutes below.

GNDU The Week Ranking 2026

As per the overall score, GNDU has been placed at a good position by The Week under the 'Multidisciplinary Universities' category, reflecting its exceptional performance in areas like Teaching, Research, Graduation Outcomes, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment.

Check out the latest rankings for other ranking bodies and their categories below.

GNDU vs Other Colleges: The Week Ranking Comparison

As per The Week 2026, GNDU achieved #14 rank under the 'Multidisciplinary Universities' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as Panjab University and Madras University under The Week 'Multidisciplinary Universities' category. Check the year-wise comparison of GNDU with other leading institutes below.

GNDU QS World University Rankings Ranking 2026

GNDU has received strong ranks by the QS World University Rankings under the 'Asia' category. Provided parameters including, Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity and Research, the institute is ranked in a good position as compared to other institutes by the QS World University Rankings 2026. In the 'Asia' category, the institute's ranks have descended when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2026, GNDU fell 43 ranks to #329 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Ra

It has been seen that within the category of 'Southern Asia', the institute's ranking has fallen when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2026, GNDU fell 9 ranks to #77 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.

Find below the latest rankings and category breakdowns from several ranking bodies.

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GNDU vs Other Colleges: QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

As per the QS World University Rankings 2026, GNDU achieved #329 rank under the 'Asia' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as SOA University and Shiv Nadar University under the QS World University Rankings 'Asia' category. Check the year-wise comparison of GNDU with other leading institutes below.

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Many companies visited our university to hire students, and some of them are Nagarro, Software AG, TCS, Infogain, Chickmick, TT Consultants, etc.

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Companies do not visit the campus for placements, But college made their student's recruitment ready so they can explore themselves and find good jobs.

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2028

Offered by CT Group of Institutions (South Campus)

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5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Best college to study for B pharmacy.

Placements: Top placements and with good package amount. Per year amount is near 10 LPA. Many companies approach here for placement purposes. Before that, they provide good internships with good package amounts. About 90 percent of the students get placements. The lowest package is 5 LPA. The average package is 7 LPA. Top companies approach here for recruiter roles and as a manager. In marketing, great roles are provided to the students.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure is well-managed and of high quality. Labs are well-managed with good infrastructure and computers. Each desk has its own computer with proper functioning. Libraries are full of valuable books and question papers with full AC facilities. Hostel hygiene is also good along with the mess food.

Faculty: Faculty is really educated and teaches many methods to study. Very cooperative faculty and highly educated. Quality of teaching is great. Projectors are also used in the classrooms. They are willing to solve the problems of the students every time. Exams are of good and knowledgeable questions that can enhance the knowledge of the students.

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2026Read More

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Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - Batch of 2024

Offered by Guru Nanak Dev University College, Jalandhar, GNDU

3.4

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Good college, value for money.

Placements: Approximately 25% to 35% of undergraduate commerce and management students secured direct on-campus placements. Recruiting companies included Bajaj Finance and Axis Bank. Some local IT companies also recruited students.

Infrastructure: The classrooms were good. There was no Wi-Fi access on campus. LAN connections were available in the labs. The Computer Science and Engineering labs had modern hardware. They had standard development environments (IDEs and simulation tools). Dedicated power backup was also available. The science and core engineering labs maintained adequate safety equipment. Labs also had functional facilities. The central library offered an extensive collection of textbooks. It also had reference materials and journals. Dedicated digital reading rooms were available. Students had access to IEEE, Springer, and other research databases.

Faculty: Faculty members were generally accessible and approachable. They were available during lab hours and office hours. They were always ready to help students. Most held M.Tech. or Ph.D. degrees. They also had substantial academic experience. Lectures were structured and syllabus oriented. The theoretical coverage was thorough. However, the depth of practical insights often depended on the individual professors' industry backgrounds. The college provided sufficient baseline knowledge. Clearing technical interviews & securing top tier roles usually required students to participate in external internships. Students also needed to participate in hackathons & develop personal projects. Therefore, getting placed easily was difficult. Overall pass percentage usually ranged between 75% and 85%.

Reviewed on 16 Sep 2026Read More

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B.Sc. in Economics - Batch of 2025

Offered by DAV College, Amritsar

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Best college, and the staff of the college is very good.

Placements: 100% placements were available. 80% of students in the college got placed. The highest packages were around 10–12 LPA. The lowest packages were around 4–5 LPA. 60–70% of students from the course got internships in top companies.

Infrastructure: All facilities were good. The hostel rooms were clean and good. Facilities and infrastructure available for our course were of a high level. They also had different departments. There were 3–4 computer labs and 2 science labs. The hostel food and canteen were good.

Faculty: Z+ security was available during exam time. All exam halls were very clean. All teachers were helpful. They helped students grow and also helped students with their studies. There were no difficulties in the semester exams. After the exams, the results were excellent, and students were happy to see their results.

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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Batch of 2032

Offered by CT Group of Institutions (South Campus)

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A journey with CT Group of Institutions.

Placements: Almost 90% of students are placed in the pharmacy stream. Recently, the highest package was approximately 1.5 CPA. The lowest package was approximately 7–8 LPA. Top recruiting companies include Sun Pharma, among others. Almost 100% of students get internships in top companies like Sun Pharma.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is available in our hostel and on our campus. Wi-Fi is good. Labs are also hygienic and maintained to a good standard. The classroom capacity is almost 100 for pharmacy students. There are 2 scientific libraries on our campus. The food in the hostel mess is good and hygienic. Sports activities are conducted every month. Inter-college tournaments are also organized, such as PTU tournaments.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful, well qualified, and well experienced. The quality of teaching is excellent and good for every student. We also get industry-level experience and develop relevant skills. The semester exams are conducted properly and strictly. The passing percentage is almost 95%.

Other: The Pharma.D course is a pre-doctoral programme in the pharmacy stream. It is one of the highest qualifying courses recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India. In Pharma.D, the main core areas are clinical expertise and ADR reporting.

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Integrated MBA - Batch of 2030

Offered by Guru Nanak Dev University College, Jalandhar, GNDU

3.4

4.0Placements3.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Dissatisfied because of the untidiness of the campus and the lack of facilities like a canteen.

Placements: Well, I'm currently in the first year of my MBA integrated 5-year plan, and I saw someone got an 8 LPA job at Crescendo company, and even reliance company's internships were given to someone after completing this course decent number of internships were given.

Infrastructure: There is no hostel in my college, but labs, classrooms, and a library are well maintained. A clean environment, a canteen is not available at this college, giving it a demerit, and sports activities are highly limited, not even a sports day has been held.

Faculty: Teachers are very supportive, qualified Ph.D. holders, and very knowledgeable. The quality of teaching is great! The course is relevant, and it makes students industry-ready as well. Semester exams are moderately difficult, with mid-term exams and finals.

Other: I chose this course because it offered BBA+MBA under a 5-year duration, and it was better than just doing BBA. The large syllabus and teachers not covering it correctly need to be fixed. Events are very few, next to nothing.

Reviewed on 28 May 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2029

3.2

2.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Placements are low for ECE, mechanical, and civil. Only CSE has good opportunities.

Placements: Overall, the number of students placed in 2026 in B.Tech ECE is only 10. Whereas the total number of students on the Amritsar campus, Gurdaspur campus, and Jalandhar campus is 600, but only 10 students got placed. Among these 10 students, most are girls, and a few are boys. Overall placement is good for only computer science students.

Infrastructure: The hostel is not good, and the electronics department is very far outside the university campus. Students face many issues because the hostel is not near the electronic building, and the university bus service is very bad. Even though the building is on the university campus.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful. They guide for your career, and teach very well. The first semester is easy, but when you go to your 2nd year, you start your core-related subjects, and these subjects are tough, especially for electronic, mechanical, and civil students.

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Which university is better among LPU, Chitkara, VIT, SRM, Amritha, DU, Amity, Pilani, Thapar and GNDU?

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Honestly, all of these have their own strengths, so I wouldn't pick one blindly without looking at the course. If I had to point out one thing that makes LPU interesting right now, is it's growing focus on AI and future-ready skills. AI is becoming part of almost every field-engineering, business, d

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What library facilities are available for students at Guru Nanak Dev University campus?

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Guru Nanak Dev University has Bhai Gurdas Library, which is a central hub for academic research and study. It is equipped with a big collection of textbooks, research journals, and digital databases. Students and faculty can access throusands of online academic resourses, e-books, and global reposit

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What was the average package offered during GNDU placements in 2026?

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As per GNDU placement report 2026, the overall average package stood at INR 5.73 LPA. This reflects an 8% increase compared to the average package offered during GNDU 2025 placement drive.

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Are there any hostel and residential facilities provided at GNDU, Amritsar?

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Yes, GNDU provides campus and hostel facilities for both male and female students coming from different regions. Guru Nanak Dev University hostels offer rooms, mess facilities with hygenic food, common rooms, and security. Additionally, it also offers high-speed internet, and reading spaces.

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What packages and companies were secured by the MBA batch at GNDU in 2026?

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In the GNDU placement drive 2026, 3 MBA students received job offers with a package of INR 8 LPA. Prominents recruiters hiring from the management batch included companies such as Crescendo Global, HDFC Life, SBI Funds Management Ltd., and ICICI Prudential.

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