Q. Is UPES Dehradun recognised by the UGC?

A. Yes, the University is maintained and recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Q. Is UPES Dehradun accredited by the NAAC?

A. Yes, it is accredited with a ‘A’ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

Q. How is UPES Dehradun sponsored?

A. UPES is sponsored by the Hydrocarbons Education & Research Society (HERS). It is registered under the “Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860”.

Q. Does UPES Dehradun receive financial assistance from other sources?

A. No, UPES Dehradun is a private University and it does not receive any grant or financial assistance from the Uttarakhand State Government.

Q. Are students of UPES Dehradun distance education invited for convocation?

A. Yes, students from all the modes whether in regular, part-time or distance education, are invited to the convocation ceremony. The University conducts convocation once a year.

Q. Is there any provision to pursue more than one course at a time at UPES Dehradun?

A. No, as per the regulations issued by the Government of India, a student cannot pursue two-degree programmes simultaneously.

Q. Can students reach faculty members other than weekend live classes at UPES Dehradun?

A. Yes, candidates can book a time slot with the respective faculty members by raising a ticket in the help desk.

Q. Is there any stipulated time to complete the programmes at UPES Dehradun?

A. As per the official guidelines, the minimum duration to complete UG programmes is three years and the maximum is five years. On the other hand, the minimum duration for PG courses is two years and the maximum is four.

Q. How many departments are there in UPES Dehradun?

A. UPES offers various UG and PG programmes under seven different schools specialising in Engineering, Computer Science, Law, Design, Business, Health Sciences and Modern Media.

Q. Does UPES Dehradun offer distance learning courses?

A. Yes, UPES Dehradun offers CCE–Distance Learning Programmes to students through its exclusive Learning and Development Centre.

Q. Does UPES Dehradun offer hostel facilities?

A. Yes, UPES Dehradun has separate hostels for girls and boys that are allotted on a first-come and first-serve basis. These hostels are well-equipped with all basic necessities such as laundry, mess, Wi-Fi and more.

Q. Does UPES Dehradun offer admission to international students?

A. Yes, UPES Dehradun offers admission to international students as well. Candidates can apply online as well as offline for the admission process.