LJ University (LJU) is a private state university in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It came into existence in 2019 through Gujarat Act No. 19 of 2019. The university functions as the main university body for the Lok Jagruti Kendra (LJK) Trust, whose institutes have been active since 1982. LJU is approved by UGC and recognised by the Government of Gujarat.

The university has NAAC B++ accreditation. It takes part in the NIRF framework through constituent institutes such as LJ Institute of Pharmacy. As of 2025, LJU does not have a separate university-level NIRF rank in the University category.

LJ University is located off S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad-382210. Its campus has 18 constituent institutes, more than 11,000 students, 550+ faculty members and 5,500+ computers connected through a high-speed fibre-optic network. It also has Government of Gujarat-backed incubation centres.

  • Engineering and Technology: LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology offers B.E. in Computer Engineering, CSE, AI and ML, Information Technology, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical and Robotics. LJ Polytechnic offers Diploma Engineering in 11 branches.
  • Management: LJ Institute of Management Studies and related institutes offer MBA in Finance, HR and Marketing, BBA, BBA in Event Management, BBA in Sports Management and integrated BBA+MBA.
  • Architecture and Design: LJ School of Architecture offers B.Arch, while LJ School of Design offers B.Des in Interior and Furniture, Product Design and Visual Communication.
  • Pharmacy: LJ Institute of Pharmacy offers B.Pharm and M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Technology, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Commerce and Law: New LJ Commerce College offers B.Com, and LJ School of Law offers LLB and BBA LLB.
  • Computer Applications: LJ Institute of Computer Applications offers BCA, MCA, B.Sc IT, M.Sc IT and integrated BCA+MCA.
  • Applied Sciences: LJ Institute of Applied Sciences offers B.Sc and M.Sc in Biotechnology, Chemistry and Microbiology.
  • Allied Health: LJ Institute of Physiotherapy offers BPT.
  • Media and Communication: LJ Institute of Media and Communication offers BMC and MMC.
  • Doctoral Programmes: Ph.D. courses are available in Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Applied Sciences and Urban Planning.

The full B.E. fee is INR 3.76 Lakhs for 4 years. B.Arch costs INR 5.40 Lakhs for 5 years, while the 2-year MBA fee is INR 2.50 Lakhs.

Eligible students can apply for government scholarships such as the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY), Digital Gujarat scheme and AICTE Pragati and Saksham schemes.

The Central Placement Cell works with more than 500 hiring partners. During the 2024-25 placement season, the highest package was INR 14.40 LPA.

Admission Update: LJ University admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are in progress. B.E. admission is through ACPC counselling using GUJCET 2026 and JEE Main 2026 scores. Management quota and direct-admission seats are still open. Students can apply through admissions.ljku.edu.in.

LJ University Admission Dates 2026

LJ University is accepting applications for the 2026-27 session through different routes. B.E. seats are filled by ACPC using GUJCET 2026 and JEE Main 2026 scores, while other courses have their own admission timelines.

EventDate
B.E. Admissions through ACPC CounsellingIn progress, September 2026
Management Quota AdmissionsOpen
MBA Admissions at LJIMSOpen, rolling admissions
Programme StartAcademic year 2026-27

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The main entrance tests accepted by LJ University for the 2026-27 admission cycle are listed below.

Programme FamilyExam AcceptedAdmission Route
B.E.GUJCET / JEE MainACPC centralised counselling
MBACAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA / XATDirect application to LJIMS
B.ArchNATADirect admission
B.PharmGUJCET / NEETACPC centralised counselling
BCA, BBA, B.Com, BMCMerit-based / CUETDirect admission
B.DesPortfolio-based selectionDirect admission
BPTMerit in 10+2 (PCB)Direct admission
Ph.D.UGC NET / institutional entrance testDirect admission

LJ University Courses and Fees

LJ University offers 70+ programmes through 18 constituent institutes. Its courses cover engineering, management, design, pharmacy, law, media, sciences and allied health. The fees given below are total programme fees under general quota rates.

ProgrammeDurationEligibilityTotal Fees
B.E.4 years10+2 (PCM, 45%) + GUJCET / JEE MainINR 3.76 Lakhs
B.Arch5 years10+2 (PCM, 50%) + NATAINR 5.40 Lakhs
B.Des4 years10+2 + PortfolioINR 6.00 Lakhs
B.Pharm4 years10+2 (PCB/PCM) + GUJCET / NEETINR 4.68 Lakhs
BPT4.5 years10+2 (PCB, 50%)INR 4.86 Lakhs
BCA3 years10+2 (any stream)INR 3.09 Lakhs
BBA3 years10+2 (any stream)INR 2.52 to 2.72 Lakhs
B.Com3 years10+2 (Commerce)INR 1.05 Lakhs
MBA2 yearsGraduation (50%) + valid CAT / CMAT / MATINR 2.50 Lakhs
M.E.2 yearsB.E. / B.Tech in relevant branchINR 2.25 Lakhs
M.Pharm2 yearsB.PharmINR 2.61 Lakhs
MCA2 yearsGraduation with MathematicsINR 1.53 Lakhs
Diploma Engineering3 years10th passINR 1.56 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

B.E. has specialisations in Computer Engineering, CSE, AI and ML, Information Technology, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical and Robotics. B.Des includes Interior and Furniture Design, Product Design and Visual Communication. MBA is offered in Finance, Human Resources and Marketing.

LJ University Admission Process

LJ University follows different admission methods for different courses. Engineering and pharmacy seats are allotted through ACPC. Management, design, commerce and allied health courses are handled directly by the concerned institutes.

B.E. Admission

For B.E. at LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology, students must apply through the ACPC portal. They need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and at least 45% marks. Merit is prepared with 50% weightage for HSC marks and 50% weightage for GUJCET or JEE Main score.

  • Students register on acpc.gujarat.gov.in.
  • They fill online choices for branches and institutes.
  • Seats are allotted by merit in General, EWS, SC, ST and SEBC categories.
  • Admission is completed after document verification and fee payment.

Diploma holders with 65%+ marks can apply for lateral-entry B.E., which is a 3-year course, through ACPC. For Computer Engineering and AI and ML, General-category closing merit percentiles have usually been in the 75 to 90 percentile range in GUJCET.

MBA Admission (LJIMS)

LJ Institute of Management Studies accepts CAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA and XAT scores for MBA admission. Applicants must have a graduation degree with at least 50% aggregate. Shortlisted students appear for a personal interview before final selection.

B.Arch and B.Des Admission

B.Arch applicants need 10+2 with PCM at 50% and a valid NATA score. ACPC norms are followed for B.Arch seat allotment wherever they apply. B.Des selection is based on portfolio review and is managed directly by LJ School of Design.

B.Pharm Admission

B.Pharm admission is done through ACPC counselling. Students are selected using GUJCET or NEET scores and must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics.

Other UG and PG Programmes

BCA, BBA, B.Com, BMC, BPT and B.Sc admissions are based on 10+2 merit. For MCA, M.Sc, M.Pharm and M.E., students need the relevant undergraduate degree and the minimum marks set by the concerned institute. Ph.D. admission requires a postgraduate degree and either a valid UGC NET score or qualification in the university doctoral entrance test.

LJ University Placements

LJ University has a Central Placement Cell for recruitment support across its constituent institutes. The cell connects students with more than 500 national and international companies for jobs, internships and live projects.

In the 2024-25 placement season, the highest offer reached INR 14.40 LPA. Most campus offers come from engineering branches, especially Computer Engineering and IT. Major IT recruiters include TCS, Cognizant, Wipro and IBM. Core and infrastructure recruiters include Siemens, Bosch Rexroth, Tata Motors, Adani Gas, L&T and Polycab India.

Branch (2023-24 Batch)Students PlacedKey Sectors
Computer Engineering88IT, Software, Analytics
Mechanical Engineering71Manufacturing, Automobile
Civil Engineering21Infrastructure, Construction
ICT14Networking, IT Services

The university also works with Ford, Toyota, Suzuki, Zydus and Intas for internships and campus projects. LJIMS manages MBA placements separately, and finance and marketing roles mainly attract recruiters from BFSI and FMCG sectors.

Note: LJ University reports its own placement numbers. NIRF or any statutory body has not independently verified them. The branch-wise placement table refers to the 2023-24 graduating batch of the engineering school.

LJ University Scholarships

LJ University helps eligible students access government and AICTE scholarship schemes. Students apply at the time of admission, and renewal depends on academic performance each year.

ScholarshipEligibilityCoverage
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY)80%+ in 10th for Diploma, 80%+ in 12th for Graduation or 65%+ in Diploma for lateral-entry GraduationTuition fee support as per Gujarat Government norms
Digital Gujarat SchemeSC, ST, OBC, SEBC and EBC/EWS categoriesAs per government norms
Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)Children of martyred or permanently disabled jawans, Shramik card holders, single mothers and orphansAs per government norms
National Scholarship for MinoritiesStudents from Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Jain, Buddhist and Parsi communitiesAs per central government norms
AICTE PragatiGirl students in AICTE-approved technical programmesINR 30,000 per annum plus contingency
AICTE SakshamDifferently-abled students in AICTE-approved technical programmesINR 30,000 per annum plus contingency

Applications for government schemes are submitted through the Digital Gujarat portal. AICTE scholarships are handled through the AICTE scholarship portal. The admission office supports students with documents and eligibility checks.

LJ University Campus and Infrastructure

LJ University is located off S.G. Highway (Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Road), Ahmedabad-382210. This road connects Ahmedabad with Gandhinagar and the GIFT City corridor. Students can reach the area through the Ahmedabad BRTS network and ongoing Metro expansions.

The campus includes all 18 constituent institutes and serves more than 11,000 students in UG, PG and doctoral courses. Its facilities include 5,500+ computers with fibre-optic connectivity, laboratories for engineering and pharmacy disciplines, a design studio, an architecture atelier and a physiotherapy clinical lab. The university also runs a NewGen IEDC, an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre backed by DPIIT, which supports student startups through the "Lab to Market" initiative.

Hostels are available on campus for male and female students. Hostel fees range from INR 72,000 to INR 1,44,000 per year, based on room type and occupancy. A central sports complex and student-activity spaces are available for co-curricular activities.

LJ University vs Parul University vs Ganpat University

LJ University, Parul University and Ganpat University are private state universities in Gujarat. Students often compare them for engineering, management and science courses. The table below presents the main comparison points.

ParameterLJ University, AhmedabadParul University, VadodaraGanpat University, Mehsana
Established (as University)201920152005
NAAC AccreditationB++A+A
LocationAhmedabad, S.G. HighwayVadodara, WaghodiaKherva, Mehsana
B.E. Total FeeINR 3.76 LakhsCheck official websiteCheck official website
Highest Placement (Engineering)INR 14.40 LPA (2024-25)Check official websiteCheck official website
Flagship ProgrammesB.E., MBA, B.Arch, B.PharmB.Tech, MBA, BPT, NursingB.Tech, MBA, B.Pharm
Student Strength11,000+ at university40,000+ across campusCheck official website

LJ University has an advantage in location because it is in central Ahmedabad on S.G. Highway, close to the GIFT City and SG Road industry belt. Parul University has a higher NAAC grade of A+ and a wider healthcare and allied-sciences range. Ganpat University, established as a university in 2005, is the oldest among the three and is known in north Gujarat for engineering. Students should compare location, course strength and scholarship eligibility before choosing.

LJ University FAQs

Ques. Which NAAC accreditation does LJ University have?

Ans. LJ University has NAAC B++ accreditation. It participates in NIRF through constituent institutes such as LJ Institute of Pharmacy, but it does not have a university-level NIRF rank as of 2025.

Ques. What is the full fee for B.E. at LJ University?

Ans. The 4-year B.E. programme at LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology costs INR 3.76 Lakhs in total under the general quota. Fees for NRI and management quota seats are different. Students should check ACPC allotment documents for the fee schedule that applies to them.

Ques. What route is followed for LJ University B.E. admission?

Ans. B.E. seats are allotted through ACPC centralised counselling on the basis of GUJCET or JEE Main scores. The merit formula gives 50% weightage to HSC marks and 50% to the entrance exam score. Students must register at acpc.gujarat.gov.in and submit branch choices for seat allotment.

Ques. What was LJ University's highest package?

Ans. The highest package in the 2024-25 placement season was INR 14.40 LPA. The Central Placement Cell works with more than 500 hiring partners, including TCS, Cognizant, Siemens, L&T, Tata Motors and Adani Gas.

Ques. Are hostels available at LJ University?

Ans. Yes, LJ University provides hostel facilities for boys and girls on campus. The hostel fee ranges from INR 72,000 to INR 1,44,000 per year, depending on room type and occupancy. Students must apply separately for hostel seats during admission, and allotment depends on availability.

Ques. Should students consider LJ University for MBA?

Ans. LJ Institute of Management Studies (LJIMS), the management school of LJ University, offers MBA in Finance, HR and Marketing. The 2-year MBA fee is INR 2.50 Lakhs, which makes it one of the more affordable MBA choices in Ahmedabad. LJIMS accepts CMAT, MAT, CAT and ATMA scores. Students aiming for NIRF-ranked B-schools should compare LJIMS with other options before applying.

Ques. Which scholarships can LJ University students apply for?

Ans. LJ University supports access to government schemes such as the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY) for students with 80%+ in Class 12, the Digital Gujarat scheme for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC and EBC categories, AICTE Pragati for girl students and AICTE Saksham for differently-abled students. Applications are made through the Digital Gujarat portal and the AICTE scholarship portal.

Ques. Apart from engineering, what can students study at LJ University?

Ans. LJ University also offers MBA, BBA, B.Com, B.Arch, B.Des, B.Pharm, BCA, BPT, LLB, BBA LLB, BMC, B.Sc and integrated courses such as BCA+MCA and BBA+MBA. Ph.D. programmes are available in nine disciplines. The university has 18 constituent institutes across engineering, management, pharmacy, design, law, media and allied health.