KUK - NEET Result (Out), 2023 Admission, Fees, Courses, Ranking

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.

Kurukshetra University Highlights 2023

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.

Kurukshetra University Courses and Eligibility Criteria 2023

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. 

KUK MBA Admission Dates 2024: CAT Schedule

KUK Admission Dates 2024 for MTech: GATE Schedule

Kurukshetra University Application Process 2023

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. 

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.

Kurukshetra University Cutoff for BTech 2023

KUK MBA Cut Off 2022

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. 

Kurukshetra University Ranking 2023

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.

KUK Placement Data 2022

Kurukshetra University Top Recruiters

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. 

KUK Scholarships List

• Golden Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarships
• Dr Radhakrishnan Foundation Scholarship
• Krishan Kumari Verma Scholarship for Blind Students
• Smt. Kiran Yadav Scholarship

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. 

• Boys hostels
• Girls hostels
• Cafeteria
• Spacious classrooms
• Auditoriums
• Wifi
• Central library
• Parking space
• Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
• Staff quarters
• Seminar halls
• Medical centre
• Laboratories

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. 

KUK Recognition

• The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). 

KUK Accreditation

• The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited the university with an “A+” grade. 

KUK Collaborations