About UPES
The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) has become the leading educational institution for over 10000 students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral degrees. Founded by prominent educationalists and industry experts, UPES is committed to maintain high standards in providing quality higher education and has emerged as an innovative multi-disciplinary institution.
The vision of UPES is to be an institution of global standing for developing professionally competent talent contributing to nation building. The University offers industry aligned Bachelor’s, Master’s and Ph.D. programs in the following sectors:
- Energy
- Infrastructure
- Transportation
- Information Technology
- Electronics
- High Technology
- Design, Business
- Planning and Architecture
- Public Policy
- Legal studies
Advanced teaching methodologies, innovative and updated curricula and focus on 'on-the-job exposure' give UPES students an edge to be readily deployable in their chosen field[s]. Its focus on imparting strong subject – matter expertise (through classroom learning, case method of teaching and rigorous continuous assessment) and top notch practical exposure (through internships, moot courts and legal skill enhancement completions) has helped our students win laurels at National and international level.
About UPES
The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) has become the leading educational institution for over 10000 students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral degrees. Founded by prominent educationalists and industry experts, UPES is committed to maintain high standards in providing quality higher education and has emerged as an innovative multi-disciplinary institution.
The vision of UPES is to be an institution of global standing for developing professionally competent talent contributing to nation building. The University offers industry aligned Bachelor’s, Master’s and Ph.D. programs in the following sectors:
- Energy
- Infrastructure
- Transportation
- Information Technology
- Electronics
- High Technology
- Design, Business
- Planning and Architecture
- Public Policy
- Legal studies
Advanced teaching methodologies, innovative and updated curricula and focus on 'on-the-job exposure' give UPES students an edge to be readily deployable in their chosen field[s]. Its focus on imparting strong subject – matter expertise (through classroom learning, case method of teaching and rigorous continuous assessment) and top notch practical exposure (through internships, moot courts and legal skill enhancement completions) has helped our students win laurels at National and international level.
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Rankings & Ratings
UPES is one of the top Private not for Profit universities in Dehradun, India. It is ranked #901-950 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
QS World University Rankings
- 2024#901-950
- 2025#801-850
- 2026#901-950
- 2027#901-950
QS World University Rankings
- 2024#901-950
- 2025#801-850
- 2026#901-950
- 2027#901-950
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UPES offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and distance learning programmes across eight schools - Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Law, Health Sciences, Design, Media, and Liberal Studies.
UPES campuses have tech-enabled classrooms, labs, library, recreation centre, health centre, shopping complex, dining, accommodation, and transport facilities.
At UPES, you’ll learn from industry experts and researchers from globally recognised institutions such as MIT, Harvard and Duke University UPES ’s faculty.
The Centre for Continuing Education at UPES provides online distance learning opportunities for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Choose from online degrees in business fields and enjoy the flexibility of learning from home.
UPES offers a range of scholarships, as well as fellowships for MTech and MDes programmes. It also offers merit-based scholarships for international students for up to 70% of your tuition fee and means-tested financial assistance for students from low-income households.
You can find information about fees and funding details on the UPES website.
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