Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU), located in Dehradun, is the premier technical university in the state of Uttarakhand. Established by the Government of Uttarakhand in 2005 through the Uttarakhand Technical University Act, UTU is a state-run public university approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The university is entrusted with the responsibility of managing, supervising, and coordinating the academic and administrative functions of various technical institutions across Uttarakhand.
UTU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs through its 100+ affiliated colleges, including government and private engineering, pharmacy, management, and architecture institutions. The university promotes a blend of academic excellence and practical training through updated syllabi, project-based learning, and collaborative research. It fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-oriented education to ensure that students are professionally competitive and future-ready.
With a scenic campus nestled in the hills of Dehradun, UTU offers a peaceful learning environment supported by digital classrooms, research centers, labs, libraries, and hostel facilities. The university also organizes workshops, industrial visits, tech fests, and seminars to enhance the practical exposure of students. UTU aims to be a center of excellence in technical education in North India.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Uttarakhand Technical University |
Location |
Dehradun, Uttarakhand |
Established Year |
2005 |
Approved By |
UGC, AICTE |
Type |
State Public University |
Chancellor |
Hon'ble Governor of Uttarakhand |
Vice-Chancellor |
Prof. (Dr.) Onkar Singh (as of latest update) |
Important Dates
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
April 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
Entrance Exams (UKSEE/JEE) |
May – June 2025 |
Counseling & Admission |
June – July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admission Procedure
UTU follows a structured admission process based on entrance exams and merit.
Steps:
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
State Government Scholarships |
For domiciled students from Uttarakhand |
Merit-Based Scholarships |
Top rankers in 12th board or entrance exams |
Economically Weaker Section |
Students from low-income backgrounds with valid documentation |
Reserved Category Grants |
SC/ST/OBC category students as per government norms |
Girl Student Incentives |
For female students in technical courses |
Placements
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs 3 – Rs 4.2 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs 8 LPA (Engineering & IT roles) |
Top Recruiters |
Infosys, HCL, Wipro, Cognizant, IBM, Indian Oil |
Internship Opportunities |
Available from 3rd Year in most affiliated colleges |
Training & Development |
Skill-based training, soft skills & mock interviews |
Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF |
Participating institution under engineering category |
Careers360 |
Rated among the top public universities in Uttarakhand |
AICTE-CII Survey |
Appreciated for regional industry linkages |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Tech | ₹1.02 Lakhs ( 1st Year Fees ) | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Main |
B.Pharm | ₹1 Lakhs ( 1st Year Fees ) | 10+2 with 45% + UKSEE |
MCA | ₹57K ( 1st Year Fees ) | Graduation with 45% + UKSEE |
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