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UPES Dehradun Admissions 2026: Fees, Eligibility, Selection process and Courses

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UPES Dehradun Admission Overview 2026

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Q:   Are admissions open at UPES?
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Yes UPES Dehradun course admissions 2026 are open now. Interested students can apply at the university's site. The admission and application forms has to be submitted duly filled in. Students can go to UPES website for regular updates.

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Q:   How can I get admission in UPES?
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To get admission in UPES Dehradun, students have to complete the admission process. This requires students to check the eligibility and meet the same. Eligible students then have to either appear for the university-level exams or submit valid scores other exams. Once the selection rounds including personal interview (if applicable) are done, pay the fees. Seats are offered after verification of documents.

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Q:   What is the fees for BBA in UPES University Dehradun?
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Total tuition fee for BBA ranges between INR 1.5 Lacs and INR 14 Lacs as per unofficial source. The fee excludes other fee components like caution deposit, exam fee, etc. Aspirants are required to pay course fee after completion of all selection rounds to confirm their seats. Selection to BBA course will be based on national and university level entrance exams like UPESMET UG, UGAT or CUET UG followed by a personal interview round. For admission to Global BBA, candidates need to qualify PI round and submit Statement of Purpose. If a student is unable to pay fee within given time, his or her admission will be cancelled. Students also need to pay registration fee through online mode to apply for admission. The application fee for UPESMET UG is INR 1,350.

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UPES Dehradun Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026

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UPES Dehradun Admission Process 2026

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Q:   How to get seat in UPES Dehradun?
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Students can check below the steps to get a seat at UPES Dehradun:

  1. Log on to the official website.
  2. Complete your application form online.
  3. The selection criteria is entrance/merit-based.
  4. Upon selected, pay the specified fee to confirm and secure your seat.
Q:   Which entrance exam is conducted by UPES?
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UPES Dehradun conducts its own entrance exams, such as UPESMET, UPESMET UG, UPESPAT, etc. for providing admission to specific courses. See the table below to know more about the university-level exams conducted for popular UPES courses:

Course NameIn-house Exams
MBAUPESMET
BTech/ BTech (Hons)UPESEAT
BBAUPESMET UG
BPharmaUPESPAT
Q:   Can I get direct admission in School of Health Sciences and Technology, UPES?
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To get admission in School of Health Sciences and Technology, UPES candidates might have to complete multi-step process. Check below the admission steps for UPES:

  1. Application: The mode of application is online. The application fee for BTech, BPharma, MSc, and BSc is  INR 1,350 each.
  2. Selection rounds: The university conducts its own entrance exams for providing admission to specific courses. Apart from these, UPES Dehradun also accepts national-level entrance exams like CUET UG, NEET, JEE Main, etc.
  3. Admission confirmation: After completion of the selection rounds, the shortlisted candidates are called for verification of the documents. Aspirants need to pay course fee to confirm their seat in the university.
Q:   Can I get into UPES without entrance exam?
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 Yes, UPESEAT is University of Petroleum & Energy Studies Engineering Aptitude Test. University of Petroleum & Energy Studies  (UPES) conducts the examination every year online for the admission of suitable candidates to its various BTech courses. It is a self-financed, UGC and AICTE approved University. Admission in UPES is done through UPESEAT, JEE Main scorecard, and Board merit list. 80% of seats of the University are filled through UPESEAT and the rest 20% are filled on the basis of the JEE Main scorecard and Class 12 result. Check below the sections of UPESEAT:

SectionsNo. of Questions 

Mathematics / Biology

35
Physics35
Chemistry35
Comprehension20
Total No. of Questions125

UPES Dehradun BTech Admission 2026

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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: SAT India, UPESEAT, JEE Main, CUET, CBSE 12th, ISC, UK 12th, UPESMET

iconDates & Events

DatesUpcoming Events
6 Jun '26
SAT India exam (June attempt)Ongoing
6 Jun '26 - 7 Jun '26
CUET UG 2026 Recheduled ExamOngoing
22 Aug '26
SAT India Exam (August) Attempt
12 Sep '26
SAT India Exam (September) Attempt
3 Oct '26
SAT India Exam (October) Attempt
DatesPast Events
30 May '26 - 2 Jun '26
UPESEAT 2026 Phase 3 Exam Date
5 May '26 - 31 May '26
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
11 May '26 - 31 May '26
CUET UG 2026 Exam
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Q:   Can I get admission at UPES Dehradun institute for BTech course after class 12?
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Yes, candidates who have passed Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate and a minimum of 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Maths/ Biology, and English in Class 12 can apply for BTech/ BTech (Hons) course with JEE Main or CUET score. Aspirants must secure at least 50 percentile for admission to through SAT India score. For aspirants who wish to apply with their merit in the last qualifying exam must pass Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 75%-80% aggregate and a minimum of 75%-80% aggregate in Class 12 PCM subjects.

In case a candidate has not appeared for any of the specified exam, he or she can appear for UPESEAT. As soon as the selection round is over, aspirants will need to prove their eligibility by provding necessary documents for verification. Aspirants need to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university. UPES BTech fee ranges between INR 9.46 Lacs and INR 18.32 Lacs as per an unofficial source. The fee is calculated based on tuition fee and does not includes other fee components. 

Q:   Is JEE Main compulsory for BTech at UPES?
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No, JEE Main is not mandatory for UPES Dehradun BTech admission. While the university accepts the scores of the exam, it is not the only accepted exam. Students can also submit scores of UPESEAT/ SAT India/ CUET exams for BTech admission.

Q:   What is the qualification for BTech in UPES?
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UPES Dehradun admission to BTech/ BTech (Hons) course is based on national-level entrance exams like JEE Main, CUET, etc. The university also conducts UPESEAT for providing admission to BTech course. It is an online exam conducted for a duration of 2 hours. Check below the complete admission criteria for BTech course of UPES Dehradun:

School of Advanced Engineering & School of Computer Science

Examination PathwayNon-Examination Pathway

Selection criteria: JEE Main/ Biology, UG/ UPESEAT/ SAT India  (minimum of 50 percentile)

Eligibility: Passed Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate and a minimum of 50% aggregate in Class 12 PCM subjects

Selection criteria: Merit-based

Eligibility: Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 80% aggregate and a minimum of 80% aggregate in Class 12 PCM subjects

School of Health Sciences & Technology

Examination PathwayNon-Examination Pathway

Selection criteria: JEE Main/ CUET UG/ UPESEAT/ SAT India (minimum of 50 percentile)

Eligibility: Passed Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate and a minimum of 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Maths/ Biology, and English in Class 12

Selection criteria: Merit-based

Eligibility: Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate and a minimum of 75% aggregate in Class 12 Physics, Chemistry, Maths/ Biology and English 

Q:   Can I get UPES Dehradun with NMAT Score of 60?
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No, you will not gain admission at UPES Dehradun with an NMAT score of 60 if you belong to the General AI category. As per the UPES Dehradun NMAT cutoff 2025, the qualifying percentile was 70

UPES Dehradun also accepts other exams for admission to the MBA programme and various branches, like XAT and MAT. For the XAT exam, the qualifying percentile was 50. Hence, students might get admission if they give the XAT exam. 

Note - This is the estimated cutoff; the actual cutoff will vary. For more details, see here

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UPES Dehradun UG - 3 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
UG 3 years2024-25
Total students2775
% Female students
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38%
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UPES Dehradun UG - 4 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
UG 4 years2024-25
Total students7637
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UPES Dehradun Admission 2026 FAQs

Q:   What are the courses that UPES offers?
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 UPES Dehradun offers over 72 courses at the UG, PG and PhD levels through nine schools and UPES Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). The courses are offered in multiple streams like Engineering, Management, Science, Business, etc. The university conducts its own entrance exams like UPESMET, UPESMET UG, UPESPAT, etc. for providing admission to specific courses. Apart from these, UPES Dehradun also accepts national-level entrance exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, CUET UG, NEET, JEE Main, etc. Candidates after completing Class 12 can apply for UG courses. A minimum of graduation is required for PG courses. 

Q:   What is the selection criteria for UPES Dehradun BTech admission?
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Selection for UPES Dehradun BTech course depends on JEE Main/CUET UG scorecard. Alternatively, 50 percentile in SAT India Score and 75%-80% in Class 12. Or, you can also appear for UPESESAT which is conducted by the university. The eligibility depends on minimum marks of 50% in aggregate for Class 10 and Class 12. The subject combination is as follows: Physics, Chemistry, Maths and English in Class 12. 

Q:   How can I get admission to BCA course of UPES Dehradun?
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UPES Dehradun admission to BCA course is based on CUET-UG. Aspirants who have not appeared for the entrance exam can come for personal interview round. Additionally, candidates who have passed Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate along with Mathematics/ Computer Science/ Information Technology as one of the major subjects in Class 12 can apply for the BCA course. After completion of the selection rounds, aspirants need to pay course fee to confirm their seat in the university. There are a total of 60 seats in the BCA course. The total tuition fee for BCA ranges between INR 3.42 Lacs and INR 4.82 Lacs as per an unofficial source. The fee excludes hostel charges and other admission expenses.

Q:   How much percentage of attendance is required for students to appear in the semester exams at UPES Dehradun?
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Students studying at UPES Dehradun must maintain 75% attendance for the complete semester in all subjects and cumulative. As per the information available on web, students cannot exceed a limit of 25% of leaves even in the case of any personal affairs.

Q:   Is it difficult to get admission in School of Health Sciences and Technology Courses, UPES - Experience Centre?
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UPES Dehradun offers admission to most of the courses based on entrance exam scores. Candidates have to appear for the university or national-level entrance exam for admission. UPSEAT conducted by the university is competitive due to limited seats and large number of applications. Aspirants who prepare well can pass the entrance test.

Q:   Does UPES Dehradun conducts its own exam for MBA admission?
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Yes, UPES Dehradun conducts UPESMET for aspirants who did not appear or secured the required marks in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, CUET PG or GMAT exams. UPESMET is an online entrance exam conducted for a duration of 2.5 hours. Check below the exam pattern for UPESMET:

SectionsNo. of Questions 

General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability

35
Quantitative: Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency35
General Awareness: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario35
Analytical and Logical Reasoning35
Total no. of questions140
Q:   How can I get admission to BPharma course at UPES Dehradun?
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Admission to UPES Dehradun BPharma course is based on CUET UG/ NEET score. The university also conducts it own entrance exam UPESPAT for providing admission to BPharma course. UPES PAT (Pharmacy Aptitude Test) is a national-level online admission test held every year for admission into the four-year BPharma course at UPES School of Health Sciences.

Additionally, candidates who have qualified any of the specified entrance exams must complete Class 10 and Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate and Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects in Class 12 to apply for BPharma course. Additionally, aspirants who have not appeared for any of the specified entrance exams must pass Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate along with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects in Class 12 to apply for BPharma course.

Candidates must hold the required documents at the time of verification to avoid rejection. After completion of the selection rounds, aspirants need to pay course fee to confirm their seat. The total tuition fee for BPharma course is INR 5.10 Lacs as per an unofficial source. 

Q:   What are the career options for BBA students of UPES Dehradun?
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After completing BBA students normally go for pursuing MBA. They can also explore job opportunities in various fields such as banking, urban infrastructure and real estate management, business consultancies, advertising, manufacturing and government sectors. Some major job profiles one can join after BBA are Human Resource Executive, Marketing Manager, R&D Manager and Sales Executive.

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Q:   Is BCA available in UPES - Experience Centre?
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UPES Dehradun offers BCA in three specialisations through UPES School of Computer Science. Candidates can choose the specialisation of their choice in the second-year of the course. Check below UPES Dehradun BCA specialisations:

UPES Dehradun BCA Specialisations
Internet of ThingsArtificial IntelligenceCyber Security
Q:   Which are the BBA specialisations offered at UPES Dehradun?
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UPES Dehradun offers BBA in 27 specialisations through the UPES School of Business and UPES School of Modern Media. Candidates after completing Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate can apply for the BBA course. Check below UPES BBA specialisations:

UPES Dehradun BBA Specialisations
Finance ManagementOperations ManagementMarketing Management
Human Resource BBA GlobalDigital Marketing
Q:   What are the specialisations offered in UPES Computer Science and Engineering?
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The specialisations offered at UPES for BTech in Compurt Science and Engineering is mentioned below:

  • Full Stack Development
  • Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
  • DevOps
  • Cloud Computing and Virtualization Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Graphics & Gaming
  • Data Science
  • Internet of Things

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Gaurika Chhabra

Updated on May 15, 2026