UPL University of Sustainable Technology, established in 2011, is a private university located in Bharuch, Gujarat. It is known for being the first university of sustainable technology in India. Currently, the institute offers a Diploma in Engineering, BE, ME, BSc, and MSc courses. In the future, the university will also provide education in management, process safety, and environmental sustainability.

Admission into the courses is either based on an entrance exam or merit-based. There are limited seats for B.E (30 seats) and M.E (6 seats), and all are offered through entrance exams like GUJCET, JEE-Main, PGCET, GATE, etc. For BSc and MSc, there are 60 seats available and are offered by analysing the previous academic scores of the student. Also, there are only 25 seats for a diploma in engineering and that is also based on merit.

UPL University of Sustainable Technology Key Points

  •  UPL University is the first Sustainable Technology University in India.
  • The university is accredited by UGC and AICTE.
  • The institute offers a total of 16 courses, including all the specializations.
  • The entrance exams accepted by the institute are JEE-Main, GUJCET, PGCET, and GATE.
  • B.E in Chemical Engineering and Environmental Science & Technology are accredited by NBA.
  • The average placement package for the institute is INR 4.5 LPA.

 UPL University of Sustainable Technology: Courses & Fees

The courses offered by UPL University have been mentioned in the table below, along with the eligibility and course fees:

Courses Program Details Selection Basis
Diploma in Engineering
  • Specialization: Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electric Engineering, Environment Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fees (1st year): INR 38,000
  • Eligibility: Xth with an aggregate of 35%.
 Merit Basis
Bachelors in Engineering (B.E)
  • Specialization: Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science & Technology, Mechanical Engineering.
  • Duration: 4 Years
  • Fees (1st year): INR 99,000
  • Eligibility: 10+2 with 45%
 GUJCET, JEE-Main
Bachelors of Science (BSc)
  • Specialization: Chemistry 
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Total Fees: INR 35,000
  • Eligibility: 10+2 with science
 Merit Basis
Masters in Engineering (M.E)
  • Specialization: Chemical Engineering, Environmental Management, Mechanical (Thermal Engineering)
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees (1st year): INR 1,15,000
  • Eligibility: Graduation with 50%
 GATE, PGCET
Masters of Science (MSc)
  • Specialization: Chemistry
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fees (1st year): INR 65,000
  • Eligibility: Graduation with minimum of 40%
 Merit Basis

UPL University of Sustainable Technology Admission

The admission criteria of UPL University differ from course to course.

  • Admission into the Diploma, BSc, and MSc courses is based on merit. The scores secured in the final examination of the previous degree will be considered for admission.
  • There will be a 5% relaxation for the ST/SC/SEBC candidates.
  • Admission into the B.E and M.E courses will be based on entrance examinations like GUJCET, PGCET, GATE, etc.

How to Apply?

To apply for any of the courses, the candidates will have to go through the following processes:

  • They will have to visit the official website.
  • Then they will have to choose the course for which they want to apply for. Read the admission form properly and agree to the user agreement form.
  • Then the application form will appear. Fill out the form and upload all the required documents, then pay the application fees.
  • The scores of GATE, GUJCET, etc. should be provided in the application form itself. 

Documents Required

Some of the documents that the candidates should have while filling out the application form are:

  • 10th Board Mark Sheet
  • 12th Board Mark Sheet
  • JEE-MAIN results
  • GUJCET results
  • Leaving Certificate
  • Aadhar Card
  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Cast Certificate for ST/SC/ OBC candidates.
  • Bank Account Holder’s Passbook

UPL University of Sustainable Technology Cutoff

The course-wise cut-off score for GUJCET 2020 has been mentioned in the table below:

Round  Course Category Opening Closing
Round 1 Chemical Engineering GEN 2828 16925
Open-EBC 17002 22341
SEBC 17856 26793
ST 22601 22601
SC 23155 27052
Chemical Technology GEN 19005 26678
Chemical Technology TFWS Other-TFWE 17572 19138
Electrical Engineering GEN 13076 22939
Environmental Science and Technology GEN 6703 26931
Environmental Science and Technology TFWS Other- TFWE 8181 14538
Mechanical Engineering GEN 18980 26692
Mechanical Engineering TFWS Other TFWE 9390 22920
Round 2 Chemical Engineering GEN 6521 50056
Chemical Technology TFWS Other TFW 15776 15776

UPL University of Sustainable Technology Placements

  • The institute has a dedicated training and placement cell that provides 100% placement assistance to the students through campus recruitment, organising lectures, seminars, group discussions, mock interviews, etc.
  • They also provide career guidance to the students, encourage entrepreneurship, and support personality development.
  • Many companies visit the campus for recruitment drives. Some of them are UPL, Sun Pharma, BEIL Infrastructure Limited, Alembic, Celogen, Kiri Industries Ltd., etc.
  • The average package of the institute is INR 4.5 LPA and the highest package offered till now is INR 6 LPA. 

UPL University of Sustainable Technology Scholarship

  • The scholarships are offered to students belonging to financially weak families.
  • Students whose family income is less than or equal to INR 2.5 lakh per annum get 100% of their fees waived off, and those with less than or equal to INR 8 lakh per annum get 50% of their fees waived off.
  • This scholarship waives tuition fees, hostel rent, food charges, and transportation fees.
  • Also, the students applying for this scholarship should have scored a minimum of 45% in HSC and should have good scores in GUJCET or JEE-Main.

Other Scholarships

  • Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavlamban Yojna By Govt Of Gujarat
  • Free Ship Card By Govt Of Gujarat
  • Scholarship Schemes For The Students From Economically Weaker Family By Ankleshwar Rotary Education Society

FAQs

Ques. When is the admission starting at UPL University in the year 2022?

Ans. The application form has been released for admission into all the courses offered by UPL University for the year 2022. The interested candidates can start applying, and the last date for applications is not yet announced.

Ques. How are the admissions conducted by UPL University?

Ans. Admissions at the UPL University are conducted on the basis of merit or through entrance examinations.

Ques. Does UPL University conduct its own entrance exam? 

Ans. No, UPL University does not conduct its own entrance exam. They accept the scores of the exams like GUJCET and JEE-Main for BE, and PGCET and GATE for ME admissions.

Ques. How many seats are available for UG courses at UPL University?

Ans. There are 30 seats for BE and 60 seats for BSc at UPL University.

Ques. Does UPL University offer any relaxation to ST/SC students during admission?

Ans. Yes, UPL University offers around 5% relaxation to ST/SC candidates for the minimum eligibility. Below are the eligibility criteria for the ST and SC candidates.

  • For BE, candidates should have a minimum of 45% in HSC, but for ST/SC/SEBC candidates, it can be 40%.
  • For ME-Candidates should have a minimum of 50% in their bachelor's, but for ST/SC/SEBC candidates, it can be 45%.