Uttarakhand Residential University Courses

Uttarakhand Residential University (URU), Almora, provides several courses. Some of the most sought after are:

1. *B.Sc. Programs*:
   - *B.Sc. Bioscience*: This programme deals with biological sciences like botany, zoology, and environmental sciences.
   - *B.Sc. Seed Technology*: It is an innovative course dealing with agriculture and seed production technology?7?9?

2. *Skill Development Courses*:
- These include ITI-level courses in mechanical fitting, welding, machinist, and wire saw operations. These are to improve employability in technical and vocational fields?7?8?

3. *Diploma and Vocational Training Programs*:
   - Specializations in applied sciences, such as medical lab technology, with a focus on career paths that are skill-oriented.

4. *Innovative Multidisciplinary Programs*:
- URU also focuses on multidisciplinary education with sciences, technology, and environmental studies that are consistent with the thrust of the institution in sustainable development?8?9?

These courses are meant for students interested in careers in technical fields, agriculture, and applied sciences. To get the latest information about the available courses, visit the official communications or the learning portals of the university.

Course fee is different program-wise at Uttarakhand Residential University, Almora, and is general given below for all programs.
1. *Undergraduate Programs:*
   Fee for this type of course like B.Sc. in Bioscience, Seed Technology and others is normally between
   INR 25,000 to INR 35,000
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2. *Skill-Based Programs:*
- ITI or vocational courses related to skill development normally charge somewhere between *INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 annually*, depending on the specialization.

3. Postgraduate Courses
   Less often, there is fee information available for post-graduation. However, similar institutions have Master's programs around *INR 40,000 to INR 60,000 annually.*

4. Hostel and Additional Fees:
Hostel fees and miscellaneous charges, vary, on average from around *INR 15,000-INR 25,000 per year* for common facilities.

Uttarakhand Residential University offers several scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students, particularly aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged sections. Scholarships include the Post Matric Scholarship for OBC, SC, and ST students, where eligible students receive financial aid based on their family's income level. For instance, OBC students with an income below 1,00,000 per year can avail of up to 750 per month for hostellers and 350 for day scholars.

Additionally, there are various schemes for minority students, such as the Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minority Students, which offers aid based on a student's family income. Students should check the specific eligibility criteria and deadlines for each scholarship.