The UPES Edge

CLASSROOM IN THE HILLS

Safe, green, student-friendlycampus built to ignite creativity and innovation.

MASTER AI

Ace use cases focused on future challenges across schools and disciplines

DESIGN YOUR OWN DEGREE

50+ unique course combinations designed to explore horizons beyond academics

SCHOOL FOR LIFE

India’s first dedicated life-skills training module for every student.

LAUNCH YOUR VENTURE

Backed by Runway Incubator, home to 250+ breakthrough ideas.

NEST

Belong to a community, get lifetime placements, upscaling opportunities, and mentorship

Years of legacy in multidisciplinary and holistic learning

Private University in Academic Reputation in India, QS World University Rankings, 2025

800⁺

Recruiters on Campus in 2025

1.3Cr

Highest Package*

*secured by an Alumnus

Our Schools

Design
your own
degree

Customise the program to suit your interests, skills and career goals

Student Outcomes

Placements

92%

Placements in 2024-25*

Entrepreneurship

250

Start-ups have received grants from UPES

Higher Education

Tie-ups with global universities

Faculty

Sunil Rai

Vice Chancellor, UPES

Dr. Sunil Rai is the Vice Chancellor of UPES and a distinguished academic leader with over four decades of experience spanning academia

Prof. Bhaskar Bhatt

Dean, School of Design

Design Leader with over 22 years of experience in institution building, teaching, and action research. He is committed to empowering the next generation of designers & innovators to create meaningful and impactful solutions to the world’s most pressing problems.

Dr. Abhishek Sinha

Dean, School of Law

A highly celebrated dual qualified corporate lawyer. Being Partner at leading law firms such as Khaitan & Co., Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas

Dr. Padma Venkat

Dean, School of Health Sciences and Technology

Dr. Padma has 31+ years of experience in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Phytochemistry, Ayurveda and Public Health

Prof. Rahul Nainwal

Senior Director, School of Business

An entrepreneur, a TED Fellow, an Ashoka Associate Fellow, and an angel investor holding qualifications from esteemed institutions like NIT, IRMA, Harvard University, and Oxford University.

Prof. Atri Nautiyal

Director, School of Liberal Studies

Prof. Atri Nautiyal has worked within major North American Financial Institutions. He has over 10 years of experience in teaching and research in the domain of economics, environment, and displacements.

Dr. Amrish Tony

Director, Sports

With over a decade of experience in sports management and coaching. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Education, an M.Phil. in Sports Science, and a Master's in Physical Education, alongside a certification as a Professional Sports Coach in Swimming from the Sports Authority of India.

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Stories of Excellence

Campus Life

A vibrant and inclusive community fostering personal growth, academic and extracurricular pursuits and meaningful relationships.

Campus Buzz

23rd Convocation

UPES celebrates its 23rd Convocation - honouring the dreams, grit, and spirit of the Class of 2025.
Celebrating journeys that began at UPES and inspire beyond.

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ARC 2025

Nov 6-8, 2025 UPES Dehradun hosted Aspire Retreat & Convocation, uniting fellows, scholars, and social leaders through readings, reflection, and dialogue on balancing purpose, patience, and action. Watch Now

Virasat ke Rang

Oct 13-18, 2025 Virasat ke Rang at UPES illuminated the evening with conversations that connect craft, sound, and place—celebrating artisans who carry tradition forward. Watch Now

DrishtiKone

Aug 29, 2025 UPES presents DrishtiKone 2025 - a signature platform strengthening industry–academia synergy through roundtables, sessions, and dialogues to co-create ideas, drive innovation, and nurture future-ready talent. Watch Now

Happiness Day

Aug 26, 2025 UPES celebrated its first-ever Happiness Day, uniting 8,000 students in dance, fun, and togetherness—creating moments of joy, creativity, and shared happiness across the campus. Watch Now

The Pitch

July 03, 2025 School of Business, UPES and the startup incubator, Runway hosted The Pitch, on July 03, 2025, where 15 visionary ventures stepped into the spotlight to pitch their business ideas. Know more

Adapt or Perish

June 20, 2025 UPES, School of Law has hosted the second edition of Adapt or Perish, a conference on Indian Arbitration at a Crossroads, Reform, Resistance, and the Future as an Arbitration Hub. Know more

Open Day

June 14, 2025 Open Day was a dynamic showcase of our core values- academic excellence, industry-focused learning, and a future-ready mindset. Know more

The Himalayan Fellowship

The Himalayan Fellowship by HILL at UPES Dehradun is a bold, immersive program that takes students beyond classrooms and into one of the world’s most awe-inspiring and fragile ecosystems, the Himalayas. Know more

Uurja

April 18 - 20, 2025 UPES has hosted Uurja 2025 which is a blend of culture, creativity, and celebration. Know more

Chalchitra 2.0

March 20 - 21, 2025 The Chalchitra Film Festival has emerged as a leading platform for smartphone filmmaking in India and globally. Know more

L’Arte Dell’Auto

February 24, 2025 UPES School of Design hosted legendary designer Maurizio Corbi for L’Arte Dell’Auto! Iconic Ferrari designs showcased! Know more

Alumni Meet - Bangalore Chapter

January 25, 2025 Over 300 UPES Bangalore Chapter alumni reunited for a memorable evening with top industry professionals and entrepreneurs. Know More

Homecoming - Alumni Meet

December 21-22, 2024 UPES alumni from the 2005-2006 batch, representing top organizations, revisited the campus after years, reminiscing about their journey. Watch Now

ICMLDE 3.0

November 28-29, 2024 The two-day conference, in collaboration with Elsevier, University of Dayton, and Providence University, attracted 3,800+ contributors from 47 countries. Read More

Dholida 2024

September 29, 2024 Watch as we celebrate a vibrant night of Garba and colorful ethnic outfits during Dholida 2024! Watch Now

Freshers 2024

September 28, 2024 Freshers 2024 was all about creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime! Watch Now

Adapt or Perish -
Law Leadership Event

June 29, 2024 The thought leadership event "Adapt or Perish" brought together industry leaders, academicians, and senior law alumni to explore the evolution of legal education in a tech-driven world. Watch Now

Ukti -
Literature Fest

April 13 - 14, 2024 UKTI wasn’t just a literary fest but a reason to celebrate our culture, which is long forgotten in the hustle of the contemporary world. Watch Now

Vidhi Utsav -
Law Fest

April 5 - 7, 2024 Vidhi Utsav left us spellbound with its thought-provoking workshops , captivating performances, and a kaleidoscope of cultural delights. Watch Now

Aaj Ki Rani -
Women's Bike Rally

March 8, 2024 Get ready to vibe with UPES at the coolest Women's Bike Rally ever! Watch Now