UPES

Dehradun, Uttarakhand Government Estd 2003 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #18 PCI, BCI, UGC, NBA approved Arts Commerce Computer Applications Design

4.0 out of 10 · 720 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹20.95 L

Student rating 4.0 / 10

Courses offered 9

Exams accepted 4

Established 2003

At a glance

Established 2003

Ownership Government

Approved by PCI, BCI, UGC, NBA

Campus Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Courses 9 on record

Student reviews 720

About UPES

UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies) is a private university established in 2003 under the UPES Act of the Uttarakhand State Legislature. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with NAAC Grade A (CGPA: 3.02 out of 4.00). Technical programmes hold AICTE approval.

UPES is the only Indian university purpose-built around the energy, petroleum, power, and transportation sectors, alongside engineering, law, business, and design education. As per NIRF Rankings 2025, UPES is ranked #45 in the University category, #43 in Engineering, #18 in Law, and #36 in Management. The university operates across two campuses in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, with a combined footprint of 44 acres.

The Bidholi Campus (Energy Acres) houses Engineering, Computer Science, and Design schools. The Kandoli Campus (Knowledge Acres) is home to Law, Business, and Health Sciences schools. Combined hostel capacity exceeds 2,000 students.

UPES offers programmes across seven schools:

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 10+2+UPESEAT	4 Years	₹ 14.24 L - 23.3 L
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering)	—	₹ 23.3 Lakhs
Master of Business Administration [MBA] Graduation with 50%	2 Years	₹ 19.11 L - 22.95 L
Master of Business Administration (MBA Business Analytics)	—	₹ 21.4 Lakhs
Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] 10+2 with 50%	3 Years	₹ 12.81 L - 14.31 L
Ph.D Postgraduation with 55%	3 Years	₹ 6 L

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

Law · 2025 #18

Management · 2025 #36

Engineering · 2025 #43

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at UPES?

Fees at UPES start from ₹20.95 L per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for UPES?

UPES admission process for 2026 involves entering through national/state level entrance exams.

Where is UPES located?

UPES is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Address: P.O. Kandoli Via-Prem Nagar India.

Is UPES a government or private college?

UPES is listed as a government institution in Dehradun. It was established in 2003.

What approvals does UPES have?

UPES lists these approvals and accreditations: PCI, BCI, UGC, NBA. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of UPES?

UPES appears in the NIRF listing at rank #18. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does UPES offer?

UPES lists 150 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to UPES?

Applications are made through the official website (upes.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.