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UPES Advantage 05
Programs Offered 06
Scholarships 06
Global Opportunities 07
Student Outcomes 07
Stories of Excellence 08
Academic Excellence 12
Eminent Faculty 14
About UPES 20
Holistic Development 22
Campus Life 24
Hostel Facilities 26
Sports Infrastructure 27
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UPES ADVANTAGE
750+
recruiters
46 Faculty members
Legacy of recognised as the top
20+ years Runway incubator for 2% of
in multidisciplinary and start-up support researchers
holistic learning as per Stanford List
Ranked No. 1
university in academic Unmatched
reputation in India global exposure
by the QS World
Rankings, 2025
13
research centres
*University Category
UNIVERSITY OF TOMORROW
UPES – the University of Tomorrow – stands as a beacon of transformative education, cultivating a
dynamic learning environment that transcends conventional boundaries. At UPES, the commitment to
academic excellence is seamlessly woven with a robust emphasis on digital preparedness that propels
students into the future with cutting-edge skills.
Runway, the business incubator at UPES, has encouraged student-led start-ups, fostering a culture of
entrepreneurship and innovation on campus.
The university’s global exposure initiatives ensure that students are not just educated but are globally
aware and prepared to navigate diverse landscapes. UPES has forged partnerships with prestigious
institutions worldwide, including the University of California in Berkeley, The University of Edinburgh,
UNSW Sydney, The University of Queensland in Australia, King’s College London, University of
Gothenburg, University of Bologna, and University of Aberdeen, among others.
Through the Global Immersion Program, students at UPES avail experiential learning opportunities
that not only prepare them for the global economy, but also inspire personal growth.
UPES envisions, designs, and delivers education that is not just relevant for today, but also anticipates
the challenges and opportunities of the future, moulding students into leaders who will make a
positive impact on the world.
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PROGRAMS OFFERED
Undergraduate Programs
CORE SPECIALISATIONS* (Choice based in 2 nd
Year)
BSc/MD Program
5 Year (1 Year in UPES + 4 Years in Medical University of the No Specialisation
Americas Campus/Clinical Rotations)
B.Pharm
No Specialisation
Approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), Govt. of India
Postgraduate Programs
CORE SPECIALISATIONS* (Choice based in 1 st
Year)
Selection Process
UPESEAT / UPESPAT / JEE- Mains / Board Merit / SAT/ CUET / NEET (for B.Pharma). Personal Interview (only for B.Sc. Programs)
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum 50% Marks at X & XII with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Maths, and English as a Major Subject in XII. Minimum 50% Marks in
Graduation in relevant streams (for PG programs).
SCHOLARSHIPS*
Merit 25% Fee Sports Freeships
Scholarships Concession Scholarships for underprivileged
students
Up to 30% based on 12 Board
th
to Bonafide Residents Providing scholarships for
Marks/JEE Score/CUET Score of Uttarakhand talented sportspersons
*T&C APPLY
*The program offerings are subject to approval of the UPES Academic Council and the University reserves the right to add, drop and modify programs at its
discretion at any point of time without prior notice.
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GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
Student Exchange
and Research
Accelerated Masters
(Masters Progression with
credit mapping of last UG
UPES semester/year)
STUDENT OUTCOME
100%# PLACEMENT
RECRUITERS
and more...
#
Placement statistics (2022-2023) refer to the no. of students who have
opted for and are eligible for placements.
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STORIES OF EXCELLENCE
Shubhra Dabral
Batch - 2021-2024, VI Semester,
B.Sc. Clinical Research
Archie Singh
Batch - M.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics
2023
cleared her UGC NET JRF and Lecturership.
Divya Pandey
Batch - Phd. Pharmaceutical
Sciences 2022-24
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INDUSTRY IN
THE CLASSROOM
The educational framework seamlessly integrates practical knowledge, bridging
the gap between academia and real-world practices and providing students with
insights and skills relevant to their future careers.
and more...
Masterclasses
- Power of Ayurveda in Enhancing Immunity and Overall Well-being – By Padma Shri Vaidya Balendu Prakash, VCP
Cancer Research Foundation
- Latest Advances in DNA Nanostructures, Aptamer Technologies, and Optical Microscopy – By Prof. Giampaolo Zuccheri,
University of Bologna, Italy
- Cancer Awareness, Prevention, and Breakthroughs in Treatment – By Dr. Saurabh Tiwari, Oncologist, Max Super
Speciality Hospital, Dehradun
- Live Demonstrations and Skill-Building Activities on Merck’s Innovative Solutions – By Dr. Ankur Gautam, Merck Labs
- Bridging the Gap Between Education & Innovation – By Mr. Deviprasad Nair, Zonal Technical Support Manager, GE
Healthcare
- Scientific & Academic Career Development – By Dr. Aniruddha Chatterjee, Research Associate Professor, University of
Otago, New Zealand
- Insights into Forestry, Biodiversity, and Conservation – By Dr. Vineet Kumar, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
- Advancing the Public Health Agenda – By Dr. Shanthi Johnson, Professor and Vice President- Research and Innovation at
University of Windsor, Canada
- Industry Expert Session – By Dr. Srikanth Dahagam, Tirupati Group
- Nanoplasmonic Biosensors – By Dr. Nikhil Bhalla, Ulster University, Belfast, U.K.
- Ayurveda in Modern Times – By Dr. G.G. Gangadharan, Ayurvedacharya, Tekri Ayurveda Center
- AI as a Disruptive Technology in Healthcare/Medicine – By Dr. Madan Gopal, Ex-Professor, IIT Delhi
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RESEARCH MILESTONES
UPES has made significant strides in research, contributing to solving critical local and global problems, and
has become a hub for innovation and scholarly pursuits.
Research Initiatives
• Internal SEED funding for testing research ideas, developing state-of-the-art in-house synthesis and
characterisation facility and high computation facilities.
• Capacity-building initiative Anusandhan keeps faculty and students updated with the latest developments
around the globe
• IPR Cell focuses on technology transfer opportunities through patents and copyrights
Academic Team
• UPES academic community has leading scholars and researchers such as a Nobel Prize Nominee,
Rhodes, Fulbright, Chevening, Commonwealth, Erasmus, Eiffel and DAAD scholars, trained at some of
the best institutions in the world such as Harvard, Columbia, Cornell, University of California Berkeley,
Oxford, Cambridge, National University of Singapore, Indian Institute of Science, IITs (Indian Institute of
Technology) and so on.
• The university has onboarded esteemed faculty members such as Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awardee Prof.
Karmeshu, who specialises in mathematical modelling and Computer Simulation and Prof. Madan Gopal,
who specialises in AI/ML
• Several international faculty co-teach modules at different schools, providing students with a global
perspective on their subjects
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UPES FACULTY MEMBERS ARE ON THE
STANFORD LIST OF THE TOP 1% & 2%
RESEARCHERS IN THE WORLD, AND 5 OF THESE
RESEARCHERS HAVE FOUND A PLACE ON
ONE OF THE MOST COVETED ‘HIGHLY CITED
RESEARCHERS’ LIST PUBLISHED BY CLARIVATE.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
WORLD-CLASS FACULTY
and more...
and more...
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EMINENT FACULTY
Dr. Padma Venkat
Professor and Dean
A Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, UK, and a Masters in Management (Health) from McGill
University, Canada. Dr. Venkat has over 31 years of research expertise in microbiology, biochemistry,
phytochemistry, ayurveda, and public health, She has held leadership roles at the SRM Institute of
Science and Technology, collaborating with renowned institutions like the University of Cambridge
and organisations dedicated to health traditions and integrative medicine.
Dr. Dhruv Kumar, a Ph.D. in Cellular, Molecular, and Industrial Biology from the University of Bologna,
Italy and Postdoc from the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City USA, is a renowned cancer
researcher. His work focuses on Autophagy and Apoptosis mechanisms, with current research on
the Autophagy-Metabolic axis for cancer therapy. An expert educator in Cancer Biology, Stem Cell
Biology, Molecular Medicine, and Bioinformatics, he is recognized among the top 2% SCOPUS-cited
scientists in Cancer and Bioinformatics.
With 15+ years of teaching and research experience, he holds a Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry and
specialises in Pharmaceutical Research, Pharmacoinformatics, and New Drug Discovery. He has
secured funding from government bodies, holds three international patents, and is associated with
international journal review in editorial roles.
Dr. Subhajit Basu, an environmental microbiologist with nearly 15 years of experience, specializes in
aquatic microbiology and biogeochemistry. He earned his Master’s from Bangalore University and a
PhD from Goa University (2014). After research at the National Institute of Oceanography, he joined
UPES, Dehradun, where he studies microbial ecophysiology in high-altitude Himalayan ecosystems
and mentors four PhD students.
Dr. Kapil Kumar, with over 11 years of teaching and research experience, has published 34+ peer-
reviewed articles, seven edited textbooks, and holds multiple patents. He is a reviewer for renowned
publishers like Elsevier and Wiley, with his work recognized by numerous awards and conference
presentations globally.
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Dr. Utkarsh Jain
Senior Associate Professor
A Leading expert in Nanotechnology, Biosensors, Drug delivery, and Host-pathogen interactions, His
research addresses issues such as neonatal sepsis, gastric cancer, and diabetes. With over 74 articles,
13 book chapters, and 2 books published, he guides and mentors Ph.D. students and has extensive
experience in academia and industry. His teaching philosophy emphasises on creating a conducive
learning environment through pre-reading assignments and interactive classroom activities.
Dr. Saini, a distinguished researcher in Biotechnology, has over 85 publications with 6300+ citations
and an h-index of 36, placing him among the world’s top 2% of scientists per Stanford University. His
research focuses on nutraceutical analysis, bioavailability of dietary minerals, and innovative food
processing to preserve crop nutrition.
With 17+ years of experience and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, his extensive
research includes micro- to nanoparticulate drug delivery systems. With over
160 publications, patents, he is also recognised as the top 2% of global scientists
by Stanford University.
With degrees from multiple universities, he is an expert in computer-aided drug design and small
molecule synthesis. His research concentrates on anti-inflammatory and
anti-schizophrenia drug development, securing research grants exceeding 3,00,000 Malaysian
Ringgits, including support from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia.
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DESIGN YOUR
OWN DEGREE
The UPES curriculum framework is holistic in its School of Design, and School of Liberal Studies
overall structure, yet focuses on the individual and Media. The curriculum also offers Signature
needs of students to discover, experience, and Life-Skills courses through the School for Life.
explore, and challenge. Along with the core To round off this learning experience, students are
subject, students can choose from subject- required to undertake mandatory internships in
focused specialisations. They are also allowed the social sector, government/public sector, and
to choose minor/exploratory subjects from industry. The combinations available for students
other schools at UPES, which include: School to pick and choose from are endless, ensuring
of Advanced Engineering, School of Computer both depth and breadth of knowledge.
Science, School of Law, School of Business,
School of Health Sciences and Technology,
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GLOBAL INDUSTRY
OPPORTUNITIES EXPOSURE
Cyber Law
Ethical Hacking
Dietetics and
Holistic Wellness
Immersive
M.Sc. Nutrition Media Design
& Dietetics
Nutraceutical and
Nutritional Policy Artificial Intelligence
and more…
STEP 1 STEP 2
Social Media
Marketing
Choose your degree program like Choose a specialisation from
MBA/M.Des. /B.Tech./LL.B./ options available corresponding to the
B.Des./BBA/B.Com./B.Sc., etc. and more…
selected degree program. UPES offers
150+ specialisations across its 7 schools
STEP 3
Add minors to your degree program
from 200+ options available ranging
from Design Thinking, Digital Marketing,
Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Hacking,
and more...
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75+ 250+
We help start-ups convert their ideas into real and
viable businesses. Our goal is to assist brilliant
innovators in navigating the early stages of setting
up a start-up and reaching the point where they have
developed a product/service impressive enough
START-UPS START-UPS
to raise money. This will be achieved through a mix RECEIVED GRANTS PRE-INCUBATED
of mentorship, grants and investments, legal and
FROM THE UNIVERSITY
incorporation support, and allocation of workspaces.
Prestigious Grants
₹5 Crore to set up
START YOUR START-UP JOURNEY
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INFRASTRUCTURE
THAT GIVES AN EDGE
Our labs prepare students with all the modern techniques that are required to put them ahead in their
respective field as soon as they step out from the university. These labs bring more practical approach to
teaching. School of Health Sciences and Technology has state-of-the-art labs which are made as per PCI
requirements.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab
Medicinal Chemistry Lab
Natural Products Chemistry Lab
Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics Lab
Food and Nutrition Lab
Food Technology Lab
Central Instrumentation Lab
Cell Culture Lab
Aseptic Room
Microbiology and Immunology Lab
Biotechnology Laband more …
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ABOUT UPES
Established through the UPES Act, 2003, of the State Legislature of Uttarakhand, UPES is a top-ranked,
UGC-recognised, private university. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024,
the Ministry of Education, Government of India, UPES has been ranked 46 among universities, with a
rank of 28 in Law, 41 in Management, and a rank of 42 in Engineering. According to the Times Higher
Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, UPES now stands in the 501-600 band globally and
7th in India with a leap of over 300 ranks from 2024. In addition to this, the university has been ranked
the No. 1 private university in academic reputation in India by the QS World University Rankings 2025. It
is among the top 2% of universities in the world.
UPES has also been accredited by NAAC with a grade ‘A’ and has received 5 stars on Employability
(placements) by globally acclaimed QS Rating. The university has had 100% placements over the last
five years. Forty-six (46) faculty members of UPES are among the world’s top 2% researchers as per
Stanford University list.
UPES offers graduate and postgraduate programs through its seven schools: School of Advanced
Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Design, School of Law, School of Business, School
of Health Sciences & Technology, and School of Liberal Studies and Media, with 16,000+ students and
1,500+ faculty and staff members.
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*
NO.1 PRIVATE UNIVERSITY #
RANKED 46TH
IN ACADEMIC REPUTATION IN INDIA
Ranking 2024
*In India by QS World University Rankings 2025 #
University Category
7
RANK IN INDIA
TH
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HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT
What is the purpose of education? Is it merely to make students employable, remove ignorance and impart
knowledge? Or is it to create a better world? The seismic shifts taking place globally necessitate action to ensure
a secure and equitable future for all. Learners today are, therefore, required to be creative, collaborative and
communicative. They must develop skills to solve complex problems that plague humanity, work towards equity,
uplift the underserved, live healthy, happy, and productive lives. UPES School for Life (SFL) was established with
the intention to create true changemakers. Students learn to apply an in-depth understanding of attained life skills
and broad-based subject competencies along with core subject qualifications, to take advantage of educational
and employment opportunities. This broad-based learning experience helps them evolve throughout their
professional and personal lives.
The undergraduate program at UPES offers four clearly demarcated, yet academically integrated areas, covering
Core Specialisation courses, Exploratory (Interdisciplinary Electives), Signature and Life Skill courses, all of which
are credited and form the basis of the degree awarded. School for Life offers the latter three selections of courses,
which are structured to be read alongside the students’ core academic curriculum.
SIGNATURE EXPLORATORY
COURSES COURSES
(Interdisciplinary Electives)
These courses include areas that are not These courses encourage students to develop a
specifically linked to a vocation and focus on broad-based approach to learning by selecting
21st century learner skills and attributes to meet subjects of study from other schools at the
the requirements of the graduate profile. They university. This helps them grow their breadth
empower students as global citizens of the and depth of knowledge beyond their chosen
future. These courses are undertaken by all UPES specialisation and exposes them to the wider
undergraduates and select graduate students from scope of university education.
specific disciplines.
‘SRIJAN’ SOCIAL
LIFE SKILL COURSES INTERNSHIPS
These courses allow students to upskill into Srijan Social Internships are full-time, 8-week-long
university learning styles and pick up additional internships with social sector organisations. These
skills with a focus on enhanced employability internships are offered as part of School for Life at
and communication, along with management UPES and are for all first-year students. Through these
and professional skills, including critical thinking, internships, students will be exposed to a variety of
problem-solving, and creativity. social sector challenges that our society is facing and
find ways to overcome them. In the process, they will
build empathy and learn valuable leadership skills that
will be useful in both work and life.
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CAMPUS LIFE
• Life at UPES is truly an enriching experience, where
students can create memories that will last a lifetime.
It is about young learners discovering themselves
through engaging activities that broaden their
understanding of the world.
Scan to explore
Life @ UPES
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HOSTEL FACILITIES
At UPES, we prioritise the safety and comfort of every
student, both on campus and in the hostels.
• Medical Facilities
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SPORTS INFRASTRUCTURE
• A top-tier natural turf cricket ground featuring floodlights, locker rooms, and dugouts, specifically
designed for regional tournaments.
• Three natural turf and cemented cricket nets, equipped with floodlights, available for practice
throughout the year.
• Two premium synthetic basketball courts for both competitive games and practice sessions.
• Two synthetic outdoor volleyball courts, marked to regulation standards for competitive and
recreational play, open to all genders.
• Two indoor badminton courts for year-round play, with plans to expand to a third court.
• Two semi-indoor badminton courts for casual, recreational use.
• Three hostel badminton courts—one in the men’s hostel and two in the women’s hostel—designed for
recreational play.
• High-quality table tennis equipment suitable for both competitive and casual play.
• A fully equipped gym with professional trainers, offering facilities for fitness and athletic training.
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EXPERIENCE CENTRES
KOCHI
Incuspaze Coworking Space
Cabin No. 20, Kochi Oberon Mall,
34/195, 3rd floor NH bypass,
Padivattom, Edappally, Kochi, Kerala
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