Kurukshetra University is hosting an online NEP Orientation & Sensitization Programme.
Kurukshetra University hosts the 4th UGC-sponsored online NEP Orientation & Sensitization Programme.
Kurukshetra University announces financial aid for differently-abled students.
Kurukshetra University announces the submission of examination forms and fees for LLM Part-I and Part-II.
Kurukshetra University announces the 2nd round of full-time Ph.D. admissions through entrance test for 2023-24.
Kurukshetra University invites papers for an International Conference on Innovative Technological Applications.
Kurukshetra University hosts the 8th UGC-sponsored online NEP Orientation & Sensitization Programme.
Kurukshetra University releases the seat matrix for part-time Ph.D. 2023-24.
Kurukshetra University releases the seat matrix for regular Ph.D. 2023-24.
Kurukshetra University extends the application deadline for the certificate programme in translation.
KUK also known as Kurukshetra University is a public state autonomous university accredited by the NAAC with an “A+” grade. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and it is a member of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). KUK was placed in 150-200 rank band (overall), 100-150 rank band (university) and 100-125 rank band (pharmacy) in NIRF Rankings 2023. At present, there are over 284 affiliated colleges to KUK.
The median package offered during KUK placements 2022 was Rs 3 LPA for UG 3 years courses and Rs 4 LPA for PG 2 years courses. The university has 49 departments offering about 171 courses at certificate, diploma, UG, PG and doctoral levels. Some of the popular courses at KUK are BTech, BA, BSc, MBA, MTech, PhD etc. There are a total of 405 faculty members at the university. Kurukshetra University was established in 1956 and its campus covers an area of 473 acres. The campus has facilities including wifi, sports playground, spacious classrooms, library etc. for students.
Established in 1956 by the first President of India Dr Rajendra Prasad, KUK is a public state university granted autonomous status for academics by UGC. Mentioned below are some of the KUK highlights presented in a table.
Establishment year | Ownership type | 1956 | Public |
Campus size | 473 acres |
Accreditation | A+ by NAAC |
Recognition | UGC |
Membership | Association of Commonwealth Universities |
KUK NIRF ranking |
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Number of departments | 49 |
Affiliated colleges | 284 |
Courses offered | Certificate, diploma, UG, PG, PG diploma and doctoral |
Number of courses offered | 171 |
Mode of admission | Merit based and entrance exam based |
Median package offered (2022) |
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Top recruiters | IBM, Airtel, JP Morgan, HDFC Life, TCS, NIIT, Thomson Press, India Mart, etc. |
Scholarships offered | Merit based and need based |
Kurukshetra University notable alumni | Jagjit Singh, Meghna Malik, and Sushma Swaraj, among others. |
Distance education offered | Yes |
KUK official website | www.kuk.ac.in |
KUK prospectus | https://www.kuk.ac.in/userfiles/file/Prospectus-2021%20(IIHS)%20(1).pdf |
Kurukshetra University address | University market road, Kurukshetra University, Thanesar, Haryana, 136119 |
Kurukshetra University courses are offered in both full-time and part-time modes. The university courses are offered in engineering, management, commerce, law, physical education etc. streams. KUK courses are offered at certificate, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate diploma and doctoral levels. BTech, BSc, BBA, BCA, MBA, MSc, MPharm, PhD are some of the well known courses at KUK. The fees at the university are reasonable and pocket friendly. Kurukshetra University fees differ for each course, it varies according to the specialisation and level of degree. Below we provide the details about the KUK fee structure and various courses offered.
Course | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
BArch | Rs 2,00,000 - Rs 3,90,000 | 10+2: 50% |
BCA | Rs 6,900 - Rs 1,60,000 | |
BTech | Rs 1,01,000 - Rs 5,00,000 | |
BCom | Rs 3,700 - Rs 1,90,000 | |
MCom | Rs 4,100 - Rs 94,000 | BCom with 50% marks |
MBA | Rs 87,200 - Rs 2,40,000 | Graduation: 50% |
MSc | Rs 5,700 - Rs 92,900 | |
MTech | Rs 22,100 - Rs 2,20,000 | BE/BTech: 50% |
MPharm | Rs 160,000 - Rs 1,70,000 | Bachelor’s degree: 55% |
KUK admissions are offered in a wide range of courses at different levels. For admission in MBA courses, the university accepts JEE Main scores. Kurukshetra University courses admission are offered on the basis of merit in qualifying exam or marks obtained in national level entrance exam/university entrance exam (depending on the course). At the postgraduate level, CAT scores are taken into consideration for MBA admission, whereas for KUK admission in MTech, GATE scores are accepted. Candidates need to participate in counselling conducted by Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) for admission in BTech and BPharm courses. Applicants can check out the KUK admission dates 2024 for MBA and MTech courses mentioned below.
CAT Exam Events | CAT Exam Dates |
CAT 2023 registration starts | August 2, 2023 |
CAT exam 2023 application form last date | September 20, 2023 |
CAT admit card release date | October 25, 2023 |
CAT 2023 exam date | November 26, 2023 |
CAT 2023 result date | First week of January 2024 |
Events | GATE 2024 Dates |
GATE 2024 registration start date | August 24, 2023 |
GATE application form 2024 last date | September 29, 2023 |
GATE 2024 registration with late fee | October 13, 2023 |
GATE admit card 2024 release date | January 3, 2024 |
GATE 2024 exam dates | February 3,4,10, & 11, 2024 |
GATE 2024 result date | March 16, 2024 |
KUK application process is completely online. Candidates are required to visit the admission portal of the university to fill the application form. Applicants must know that before filling the KUK application form, they must fulfil the eligibility criteria of the desired courses. Mentioned below are the step-wise application process of KUK.
Step 1: Visit the admission portal of the Kurukshetra University.
Step 2: Click on the “Apply Now” tab. A new window will open where you have to sign up and create an ID.
Step 3: Once the ID is created, login and select the course you want to apply for and fill the application form.
Step 4: After filling the application form, pay KUK application fees.
Step 5: The last step after paying the application fee is to submit the application form and take a printout of it for future reference.
Gender | Male | Female |
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General | 0 | 0 |
OBC | 35 | 7 |
SC | 11 | 5 |
ST | 1 | 0 |
Muslim | 0 | 0 |
PWD | 0 | 0 |
Every year, KUK cutoff is released in online mode on the official website of the university. The university releases a separate cut-off for each programme. Only candidates who meet Kurukshetra University cut off are eligible to participate in the admission counselling conducted by the university. The cut off for BTech courses is based on JEE Main scores of candidates, whereas KUK MBA cut off is derived from the CAT scores. The university releases multiple cutoffs for admission. You can check out the KUK BTech cut off for the academic session 2023-24 presented below.
Course | Closing Rank |
BTech Computer Science and Engineering | 384094 |
BTech Electronics and Communication Engineering | 193734 |
BTech Mechanical Engineering | 774951 |
BTech Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | 116914 |
Exam Name | Closing Percentile |
CAT | 50 percentile |
Kurukshetra University is one of the prominent universities in India. The university has secured prominent positions in NIRF Ranking, The Week etc. Further, the university has also secured ranking in QS World Ranking. One must note that KUK ranking has improved over the years. Mentioned below is the table consisting of the ranking of KUK.
Ranking Body | Category | Year | Rank |
NIRF | Overall | 2023 | 151-200 rank band |
University | 101-150 rank band | ||
Pharmacy | 101-125 rank band | ||
QS World Ranking | Asian Universities | 2023 | 701-750 rank band |
The Week | Overall | 2023 | 23rd |
NIRF
| Overall | 2022 | 151-200 rank band |
University | 101-150 rank band | ||
Pharmacy | 83rd |
The university has a placement cell to handle and organise the placement drive at the campus. Kurukshetra University placements are conducted for the final year students. The placement cell ensures that students are well prepared for final placements and are offered maximum job opportunities. During the entire KUK placement process, right from training to final placement, the placement cell assists students. The university also provides summer internships to students. KUK placement report 2023 is not released yet. However, the university has released the NIRF Report 2023 that consists of placement data for the academic year 2022.
Particulars | UG 4 Years Courses | PG 2 Years Courses |
Batch strength | 536 | 2505 |
Number of students placed | 343 | 494 |
Median package offered | Rs 4,20,000 per annum | Rs 4,00,000 per annum |
Airtel | Vivo | Tata Teleservices | NIIT |
Times of India | Adani | Tirupati Life Sciences | Axis Bank |
Newgen | BJYU’S | HCL | City Hospital |
KUK scholarships ensure equal opportunities are provided for every student. The university has a large number of scholarships offered to students based on their academic performance, sports merit, category they belong to etc. KUK scholarships list include special scholarships for candidates belonging to reserved category such as SC/ST. In order to avail the scholarship, the students must meet the eligibility criteria determined by Kurukshetra University. Below mentioned are the names of some of the KUK scholarships that students can apply for.
The 473 acre KUK campus has everything a student will require for their holistic development. The university believes in providing the students with a perfect environment for learning. KUK campus facilities consist of well maintained classrooms, hostels for students, faculty and non-teaching staff quarters, healthcare centre that is operational 24 hours etc. You can check out the Kurukshetra University infrastructure and campus facilities listed down below.
Hostel Type | Number of Hostels | Intake Capacity | Student Residing |
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Boys | 10 | 2094 | 2094 |
Girls | 12 | 2708 | 2708 |
Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The university is a well known university in Haryana and India. KUK affiliated colleges are scattered over seven districts in Haryana. The university has around 284 affiliated colleges. The entire academic rules and regulations of the affiliated colleges are handled by the university. A few of the well known Kurukshetra University affiliated colleges are Shri Krishan Institute of Engineering and Technology (Kurukshetra), Guru Nanak Institute of Technology (Ambala), Swami Devi Dyal Institute of Engineering and Technology (Panchkula) etc. KUK affiliated colleges provide undergraduate and postgraduate courses in streams including engineering, education, management, pharmacy and so on.
The university has tie ups with various institutes and corporations. The MoUs help in the holistic growth of students. Given below are the KUK recognition, accreditation and collaborations.
National Institute of Hydrology, Roorkee | CSIR- National Institute of Oceanography, Goa | Forest Research Institute, Dehradun |
CSIR-Institute of Genomics & Integrative Biology, Delhi | National Institute of Disaster Management | State University of New York |
University of Delhi | CSIO Chandigarh | National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal |
PGI Chandigarh | University of Rajasthan | Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar |
Overall: It is one of the best college which provide you degrees in various programs. It is little difficult to take admission in the university as it requires competitive exams in some courses. Overall the college is best.
Placement: The placements in the university are very good. If you are well skilled and knowledgeable you can easily get placement of an average package 5 lakh per annum.
Infrastructure: The university has all the facilities required. The labs are also present with all the equipments. You are provided with libraries in which you can study. Various other facility are also best.
Faculty: All the teachers in the university are highly qualified and very experienced. The staff is also very cooperative and helpful. Various religion culture events are also organised for the students.
Hostel: The hostels are very affordable and in good condition. All the rooms are properly clean and maintained. The security is also well installed. The quality of mess food is average.
Overall: it provides a grooming environment to students, helps them to develop their skills and state of mind, superb campus area with large playground, best campus to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Placement: There is an active placement cell and the college tries to make an impression of good placements. Companies like Wipro Tata Tech Mahindra etc come for campus selection
Infrastructure: Our college provides good infrastructure. All labs and studios are huge. The lecture hall is good and has a projector. The hostel is good. The food served in the canteen is good, hygienic, and clean
Faculty: The faculty to student ratio at this college is good.with small class there is more personalised interactions between students and professors. The faculty members have extensive experience in their respective fields
Hostel: a table, steel almirah, warm water in winter season , water cooler for drinking water in summers . Meals are provided 4 times, Breakfast, Lunch, evening snacks and dinner. There's a special meal every Sunday.
Overall: Empower your educational journey with our college's proficient faculty members. With a comprehensive curriculum and experienced Ph.D. holders, students receive unparalleled guidance to excel academically and professionally.
Placement: The placement cell in college make hard efforts in order to make sure 100% placements with the best companies & packages offered to the students. It is a very good college as far as your placements are concerned.
Hostel: Hostel is provided by our college is nice and rooms are good as well as maintained with fans and light. Food quality is good and quantity is also good for the students.
Overall: Very famous university , which offers diverse range of courses for the students. The amount of knowledge and excellence they provide is commendable. Good faculty and high paying internships are provided.
Placement: Paid and non paid internships are provided for the students. Good placements and job opportunities by the big companies approaching the college is available.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is highly maintained and have lush green lawns arounded the campus. Hostel facility is provided with proper heath checkups.
Faculty: Experienced and well qualified faculty members. They provide mentorship programs to the students and help them gain good placements and better job opportunities for the career ahead.
Hostel: Big hostel rooms with fully furnished corridors and surroundings. The campus is beautifully arranged and decorated. Proper food and sanitation facilities are there with regular health checkups and security.
Overall: This college is best suited for the students. A lot of students can pursue there degree and diploma in an decent amount of fees from this college and make their future bright.
Placement: The college has an extremely good internship percentage of 95% each year. The top roles offered to students in our batch were as software engineers and database administrators. The placements at our college are 90%, making it decent enough for students to crack the interviews.
Infrastructure: The classrooms are modern and equipped with state of the art equipment, systems and infrastructure so as to provide the best possible facilities to its students, Each campus is equipped with ultra modern auditoriums, and they have very well equipped libraries that comprise of college and other text books, journals, magazines and newspapers.
Faculty: The teachers are excellent. The teaching quality is good. They explain in a manner that we will not get any doubts. thier teaching pattern is so good.
Hostel: Rooms are good with proper ventilation. Air conditioning rooms available. Balcony included in all rooms. Single room also available. Rooms are neat and clean, Everything is good .
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