How is the student life in HPU Shimla?

Shimla is one of the best places in India. HPU Shimla is situated in the beautiful hills of Shimla. A senior of mine who attended HPU, says that life at HPU Shimla is good. Every facility is given to the students at HPU Shimla. HPU Shimla has excellent faculty in every department and also most of them have received a Ph.D. degree in their respective fields. The seniors here are also helpful and supportive. HPU Shimla has a lovely hostel as well overlooking the hills and the valleys. HPU Shimla conducts several cultural festivities and events. It has got a large auditorium where the events and functions are held. Life at HPU Shimla will be pretty amazing. It is better to stay away from politics and just enjoy college life and the academics in the university.

What is the syllabus for the entrance for an M.Sc in zoology at HPU Shimla?

I have a few friends from HPU Shimla and according to them, there is no specific syllabus for Zoology entrance. The question of the last few years can be helpful in analyzing the paper pattern. There is no specific syllabus mentioned but the courses generally comprise the topics from the UG degree. So it is definitely recommended to study the UG books and it would be really helpful if you could get previous papers. There are some books that can be useful such as Arihant’s entrance test book for MSc.

Which one is the best GNDU Amritsar or HPU UIIT Shimla?

It entirely depends on which course you are opting for. Generally, in comparison, GNDU Amritsar will have the upper hand over HPU UIIT Shimla on the basis of the institute level and the infrastructure. GNDU Amritsar has very good infrastructure and facilities. The environment of the institute is very good and well for studies. The seniors present there are helpful too. GNDU Amritsar has also got a huge library which the students can access anytime. The library is fully air-conditioned along with the separate reading rooms. The institute is also famous for its huge achievements in the field of sports. GNDU offers decent placement opportunities. In 2021, the highest CTC offered was 13 LPA.

How does it feel to study in HPU Shimla and what is the extent of cooperation from the faculty?

One of my friends graduated from Kurukshetra University and is now doing her PG from HPU campus. Here are some snippets of her experience. The quality of education at the institute is not good. It has been continuing with the same curriculum for ages. The faculty of the university do not seem to have any intentions of updating with the world while they are very active in the politics of the college. Infrastructure wise nothing has changed for many years. The library facility is not good. The location is just great and the transportation as well. The university management has not been able to fully utilize the potential of the location. The fees are very meager there (reason for the very poor students coming there of different quotas and categories who cannot afford more). There are no facilities for sports. No proper grounds or coaches. The University Institute of Engineering and Technology on the campus has a good name though.

Which one is best for an MCA HPU Shimla or Chandigarh University?

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) is a well-renowned government university that offers quality education to students. However, when it comes to placements, there have been instances where the university has not performed as well as expected. It's important to note that placement outcomes are not solely dependent on the university, but also on other factors such as location, curriculum, alumni network, and industry relations. On the other hand, if you choose to enroll in Chandigarh University, you can expect to be offered more industry-oriented and up-to-date courses that can increase your chances of getting a good placement. You will also have access to a dedicated placement cell that will assist you in finding job opportunities. It's important to note that there may be competition from Computer Science Engineering (CSE) students during placements, but if you have the required skills and knowledge, you can certainly succeed. There are many successful MCA graduates from Chandigarh University who have secured good placements in reputed companies. If you are looking to secure a bright future, opting for CU may be a good choice for you. It's important to thoroughly research and consider all the factors before making a decision.

Is HPU Shimla better for an MBA course?

The college is overall good and even better for the MBA course. Here are some facts and stats for your reference that will help you make a decision. Placements: Almost 50% of the students were placed internally, and 20 to 30% of the students got outside campus placements. Approximately 80% of placements were placed in college. The salary package offered ranged from INR 2.5 to 12 LPA. Wipro and Infosys are the top recruiting companies of the college. Facilities: There are free Wi-Fi facilities with fast connection speed. All the labs are well-equipped, and classrooms are well-furnished along with smart classes. The library is also well-maintained and contains all the necessary materials related to other courses also. Medical facilities are good. A regular dispensary on the university campus is available. The food served in the mess is also good at affordable prices. All the outdoor and indoor sports are available in the college. So, HPU Shimla is definitely a great choice to pursue an MBA degree.

Should I take an M.Sc in chemistry admission from HPU or Chandigarh University?

You should choose Chandigarh University for an M.Sc in Chemistry. The department has state-of-the-art laboratories to perform practicals for Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry. CU used teaching aids such as PPTs, Models, Animated Videos, Charts, etc. Many activities are organized throughout the academic year to encourage learning outside the classroom. The faculty pool for Chemistry is excellent. CU encourages students to publish research papers during their last semester. In terms of academics, learning resources, and facilities, CU will be better than HPU.

Himachal Pradesh University- [HPU], Shimla: Admission 2023, Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Results, Placement, Scholarships

Q: Ques What is the HPU application fee?

The application fee at HPU varies from course to course:For BBA & BCA: INR 400 (General- Subsidized seats) and INR 900 (General- Non-Subsidized seats). For SC/ ST/ Antyodaya/ IRDP: INR 250 (For Subsidized seats) and INR 900 (For Non-Subsidized seats).For M.Sc./ MA (Mathematics), LLB, MMC & PGDMC, MA Social Work & English, MA, M.Sc.: INR 700 (General) and INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).For M.Ed., MABE, MA (Physical Education), M.P.Ed., MTTM, MCA & M.Tech: INR 700 (General) and INR INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).For MBA (RD), M.Sc. (Environmental Sciences), MFA, PGD in Disaster and Disaster Management: INR 700 (General) and INR INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla is one of the renowned universities in India. HPU is accredited Grade ‘A’ by NAAC & it is UGC approved. The university has four campuses including a Regional center located at Dharamshala. HPU, Shimla has granted affiliation to 356+ Colleges till today. It is the only residential, multi-faculty university in the State that offers formal and distance higher education to urban, rural, and tribal communities. Check HPU Distance Education

HPU offers several courses at UG, PG, and Doctoral levels. Admission to most of the programs is based on the merits of the qualifying exam or HPU entrance exams. However, HPU admission to medical programs is based on NEET exam scores. For MBA programs, the university also conducts Group discussions and Interview rounds. HPU admissions to PhD programs are based on the HPU entrance exam and Interview. Check HPU Admission 2024

HPU Placement 2024 is not released yet. However, as per HPU Placement 2022 records, the Highest CTC offered was INR 8.1 LPA, and Average CTC offered was 6 LPA. Wipro, TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Samsung, and Tech Mahindra were among the top recruiters at HPU placement 2022. Check HPU Placement

Table of Content

HPU Courses & Fees
HPU Admission
HPU Cutoff
HPU Results
HPU Placements
HPU Facilities
HPU Alumni
HPU Scholarships
HPU Affiliated Colleges
HPU FAQs

HPU Courses & Fees

HPU offers UG, PG & Doctoral level programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, Technology, etc. Details about the selection criteria, eligibility criteria, and fees of HPU popular courses are tabulated below.

Courses	Courses Details	Fees (Annual)
B.A	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 5,110
B.Sc	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 5,110
B.Com	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 5,110
B.A LLB	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 42,000
BBA	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 25,000
BCA	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 from a recognized board Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 30,000
B.Tech	Duration: 4 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 with 50% marks in PCM combination Selection Criteria: based on scores of the HPU Entrance Test followed by counseling	INR 1.19 LPA
B.A.M.S	Duration: 5 years Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 level in PCB combination with 50% marks in aggregate Selection Criteria: based on NEET UG scores	INR 1.30 LPA
B.Ed	Duration: 1 year Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with 55% marks Selection Criteria: based on HPU B.Ed entrance scores	INR 19,200
LLB	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with 50% marks Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 5,530
M.A	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in the relevant field Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 5,800
M.Com	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in commerce with 50% marks Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 8,460
M.Tech	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: B.Tech or B.E with 55% marks Selection Criteria: based on Merit in the qualifying examination	INR 70,000
MBA	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: A Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate in any discipline Selection Criteria: based on HPU MAT scores	INR 19,450
MCA	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree from any stream with minimum 50% marks and Mathematics and Computer Science as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 25,890
LLM	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: LLB degree from a recognized institute Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 59,900
M.Ed	Duration: 2 years Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks in aggregate Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 19,800
M.Phil	Duration: 1 year Eligibility Criteria: Master’s in the same field with 55% marks Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 2,581
PhD	Duration: 3 years Eligibility Criteria: Master’s in the same field with 55% marks Selection Criteria: based on the HPU entrance exam score	INR 5,300

HPU Admission

HPU offers UG, PG, and Doctoral level courses in a variety of disciplines. HPU Admission is based on the merits of the qualifying exam or HPU entrance exams. However, HPU admission to medical programs is based on NEET exam scores. For MBA programs, the university also conducts Group discussions and Interview rounds. HPU admissions to PhD programs are based on the HPU entrance exam and Interview.

Application Process

To apply online for HPU admissions, one must follow the below mentioned steps:

Firstly, students must visit the university website.
Scroll the Page and click on the “Online Application” option.
Click on the “Admission” option.
Choose the program and click on the program name
Before clicking on the program please click on the instructions for filling an online application form, a pdf file will be open, kindly read it carefully.
Click on the program name for which you are willing to apply.
Kindly check the terms and conditions. After that, you will be redirected to the personal information page.

Please fill in the personal information first.
After filling in the personal information click on the Save button at the last of the page.
The system will generate the Unique Registration number and the password will be sent to the registered email and mobile number. Note it down.
Now click on the “Move to next step” button.
Fill in your education details and attach all the necessary documents.
Now click on Submit. You will be directed to the fee payment page.
Pay the required application fee.
Submit the application form.
Take the printout of the application form and keep it for future reference.

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HPU Cutoff

HPU Cutoff 2024 has not been released yet. However, the expected for HPU MBA program based on HPU MAT 2023 cutoff for subsidized and non-subsidized seats has been Tabulated below:

Categories	HPU MAT Cutoff 2023 (Expected)
Open to all	29.75
Internal General	25.50
SC	21.25
ST	20.00
Physical Challenged	13.00
Cultural Activist	22.50
Sports Person	18.50
Non-Subsidized	18.50
HPU Ward	14.00

HPU Results

HPU results for end-semester exams are announced in the month of July or August. Students can access their results online through the university website. All UG & PG students can check their results for all years as well as semesters. By following below steps candidates can check their HP University results:

Visit the official website of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU).
Click on the “Results” link
Select the direct link to check UG, PG, the regular and private results for all courses.
Select the course from the list of programs.
Select the criteria- Name-wise or Roll Number-wise
Enter the mandatory details
Download the result.

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HPU Placements

Himachal Pradesh University Placement 2023 will be conducted soon. However as per HPU Placement 2022, the highest CTC was INR 8.1 LPA and average CTC was INR 6 LPA. Also, 126 job offers were made to the students. The top recruiters of Himachal Pradesh University Placement 2022 included Wipro, TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Samsung, Tech Mahindra, etc.

Particulars	Placement Statistics 2022
Placement Rate	80%
Total offers	126
Highest CTC	INR 8.1 LPA
Average CTC	INR 6 LPA
Top Recruiters	Wipro, TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Samsung, Tech Mahindra

HPU Facilities

Library: The library includes a total number of 2,11,685 books. The institute has a good collection of about 10000 books on Information Technology and allied areas. An amount of more than 3 lac Rs. has been spent to purchase the latest editions of quality books needed by the students. A good reading space has also been provided for the students. Library also subscribes to about 20 computer magazines/Journals besides daily newspapers. Institute Library has plans to create a special section of e-books, CD-ROM, and other resource material to provide a resource bank of shared wares and other learning material. Students also have access to the Main Library of the University.
Hostel: HPU provides accommodation facilities and it has 14 hostels, 4 for boys and 10 for girls. There are accommodations for approximately 1058 girls and 589 boys students. All hostels have facilities including Mess, Internet connectivity through Wi-Fi and LAN, Common Room equipped with LED TV, current magazines, newspapers, and Indoor games. A Dining hall is maintained hygienically for boarders to enjoy their meals. Check HPU Hostel.
Guest House: The university has a guest house for the guest lecturers who come for the special sessions. The guest house has a total number of 27 suites. There is also a dormitory for the staff accompanying guests. The accommodation facilities include six persons.
Internet Connection: Both LAN and wifi facility is provided by the university. HPU has been provided a dedicated leased line of 10 Mbps bandwidth as part of UGC Infonet for higher education. University Institute of Information Technology is part of the Campus-Wide Optical Fibre Network on which an internet facility is available.

HPU Alumni

Notable Alumni	Designation
Sh. J.P. Nadda	Hon’ble National President of BJP
Sh Jai Ram Thakur	Hon’ble Chief Minister, Himachal Pradesh
Dr. Randeep Guleria	Director, AIIMS
Anupam Kher	Indian Actor
Sh Anand Sharma	Former Member of Parliament and Union Cabinet Minister

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HPU Scholarships

Himachal Pradesh University has a number of scholarships available for students. These are provided by both the State Government and Central Government. Below mentioned are the scholarships provided by the University:

Students Aid Fund: This scholarship is given to the poor students belonging to IRDP/BPL/Low-Income families enabling such students to continue their higher education at the university level.
Cultural Activists Scholarships: It is awarded to the 10 students who excel in academic and cultural activities in any of the departments of the University.
Sports Scholarship: This Scholarship is awarded to the 16 students for the outstanding sportsmen/women of the Teaching Departments.

HPU Affiliated Colleges

Affiliated Colleges	CD Rating
Himalayan Institute of Engineering and Technology	7.4/10
University Institute of Information Technology, Himachal Pradesh University	7.1/10
Solan Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital	9/10
TR Abhilashi Institute of Engineering and Technology	6.7/10
Himachal Institute of Dental Science	8.8/10

HPU FAQs

Ques. Is a transport facility available for HPU for students living in nearby areas?

Ans. Local transport facilities like buses (private/state government), trains, and University buses are available at short intervals from Summer Hill to the main town.

Ques. Is Hostel available at HPU?

Ans. Yes, Hostel facilities are available for students. There is separate accommodation for boys and girls. Read More: Himachal Pradesh University Hostel Fees

Ques. Does HPU also offer courses in open learning mode?

Ans. Yes, HPU also offers courses in distance learning mode. Details of the program and eligibility can be checked at the university website. Read More: HPU DDE

Ques. What are the reviews of HPU by the students?

Ans. According to a review of students from our website, we found the college to be of good reputation and excellent teaching faculty. Students also voted for nice infrastructure. Read More: HP University Reviews

Ques What is the HPU application fee?

Ans. The application fee at HPU varies from course to course:

For BBA & BCA: INR 400 (General- Subsidized seats) and INR 900 (General- Non-Subsidized seats). For SC/ ST/ Antyodaya/ IRDP: INR 250 (For Subsidized seats) and INR 900 (For Non-Subsidized seats).
For M.Sc./ MA (Mathematics), LLB, MMC & PGDMC, MA Social Work & English, MA, M.Sc.: INR 700 (General) and INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).
For M.Ed., MABE, MA (Physical Education), M.P.Ed., MTTM, MCA & M.Tech: INR 700 (General) and INR INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).
For MBA (RD), M.Sc. (Environmental Sciences), MFA, PGD in Disaster and Disaster Management: INR 700 (General) and INR INR 350 (SC/ ST/ Antyodya/ IRDP).

Ques. What are the required documents for the application form?

Ans. Documents required at the time application form filling is as follows:

Scanned copy of applicant’s passport size photograph (Maximum Size - 100KB and Format JPEG/JPG)
Scanned copy of applicant signature (Maximum Size - 100KB and Format JPEG/JPG, Use the black pen for signature)
Scanned copy of applicant’s father/ mother signature (Maximum Size - 100KB and Format JPEG/JPG, Use the black pen for signature)
Class X Mark sheet/ Certificate
Class XII Mark sheet/ Certificate
Graduation Mark Sheet

Ques. Which is the best B.Sc University in Himachal Pradesh?

Ans. Himachal Pradesh University is considered best to pursue B.Sc as compared to other universities in Himachal Pradesh. The university offers 24 specializations in B.Sc such as Nursing, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Bioinformatics, Zoology, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Chemistry, Astrophysics, Microbiology, Geology, Botany, Geography, Nutrition & Health, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Home Science, Computer Applications, Statistics, and Industrial Electronics.

Ques. What is the application fee for HPU MAT?

Ans. HPU MAT conducted by the Himachal Pradesh University Business School is a University Management Aptitude Test for MBA admissions. The application fee for HPU MAT is INR 1000 for the general candidates and INR 500 for category (ST/ SC) candidates.

Ques. What is the exam pattern for HPU MAT?

Ans. HPU MAT is a pen and paper test of a 2-hour duration. The question paper is divided into 4 parts comprising 50 questions each, making 200 questions in total. Each question comprises 1 mark and the paper is of 200 marks. The paper is divided into English Language skill, general Knowledge, reasoning & numerical ability, and business environment. There is no negative marking for any question.