Universal AI University: Apply for UG/PG 2027-28 admissions now
In short
- Universal AI University (UAU) has opened admissions for its UG and PG programmes for the 2027-28 academic session.
- The university, established in Maharashtra in 2023, offers 14 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
- The entrance test is 90 minutes long, features 100 questions with no negative marking, and covers five key areas.
- Candidates are exempt from the entrance test if they have taken UCEED, NID, NIFTEE, or NIFT.
- The BBA in AI is a 4-year Honours with Research program, with experiential learning comprising 60% of its curriculum.
Universal AI University (UAU) in Karjat, Mumbai, Maharashtra, has announced the opening of admissions for its undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes for the academic session 2027-28. The application window for prospective students is currently open, with admissions having commenced on March 02, 2026.


The private institution, established in Maharashtra in 2023, offers a total of 14 courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. These programmes span various disciplines including Engineering, Business, Management, Sound and Music, Design, and Liberal Arts.
Admission Process and Entrance Test Details
The admission process for Universal AI University includes an entrance test, which is a mandatory component for most applicants. The test is designed to assess candidates across multiple parameters and has a duration of 90 minutes. It comprises 100 questions, and notably, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
The entrance test format includes an Aptitude Test, a Psychometric Test, and a Design App. The content of the test is divided into five sections, each carrying a 20% weightage:
- English Language & Comprehension (20%)
- Quantitative Ability (20%)
- Global & Indian Current Affairs (20%)
- Analytical & Logical Reasoning (20%)
- Green Thinking and Creativity (20%)
Certain candidates are exempt from the Universal AI University entrance test. This exemption applies to those who have already appeared for UCEED, NID, NIFTEE, or NIFT examinations. For applicants using SAT scores, Universal AI’s SAT DI Code is 7861.
Programmes and Curriculum Highlights
Universal AI University offers a diverse range of programmes, with popular choices including BA (Hons), Global BBA, Executive MBA, and PhD. The university also features exclusive courses such as B.Tech in Sound Engineering and BA in Music and Audio Production.
A notable offering is the BBA in AI degree, structured as a 4-year Honours with Research programme. Students who achieve 75% marks and above in the first six semesters of the BBA program have the option to choose a research stream in their fourth year. The BBA curriculum integrates five core AI modules:
- AI Foundations
- AI Ethics and Governance
- AI Programming with Python
- AI Tools & Prompt Engineering
- Entrepreneurship with AI
Experiential Learning constitutes 60% of the BBA curriculum, emphasizing practical application and industry exposure. The university supports this through involvement with 60 global CEOs and real-world projects, referred to as CMAPS (Collaborative Multidisciplinary Approach towards Problem Solving).
Andragogy Credits for BBA Programme
The BBA program at Universal AI University has a total of 160 credits, distributed across various learning categories. Knowledge (KL) accounts for 88 credits, representing 55% of the total. AI Lab Work (LW) contributes 12 credits, or 8% of the program. Skill Development (SD) is allocated 40 credits, making up 25% of the total BBA credits.
Further credit distribution includes Attitude (AT) with 12 credits (8%) and Green / Sustainability (GS) with 8 credits (5%). These categories collectively form the 160 credits for the BBA program, with Experiential Learning, which comprises LW, SD, AT, and GS, making up 60% of the curriculum.
| Category | Credits | %age |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge (KL) | 88 | 55% |
| AI Lab Work (LW) | 12 | 8% |
| Skill Development (SD) | 40 | 25% |
| Attitude (AT) | 12 | 8% |
| Green / Sustainability (GS) | 8 | 5% |
| Total | 160 | 100% |
Campus Facilities and Industry Engagement
The Universal AI University campus in Karjat is equipped with a range of facilities to support academic and extracurricular activities. These include a High Performance AI Lab, a Global Asset Trading Room, 130 classrooms, and an AR/VR/MR Lab. Student amenities comprise a Wellness Room, sports facilities, a canteen, a library, digital classrooms, an open-air theatre, a cafe, a medical room, a gym, an ATM, and separate male and female hostels, along with trekking and recreation areas.
The university maintains international memberships with organizations such as AACSB, AMDISA, Businet, The Case Centre, GBSN, IMA, Positive Impact Rating, PRME, and Scopus Preview. In India, it is associated with institutions like HEF, EPSI, CII, AIMA, AIMS, and BMA. The highest package reported at Universal AI University is Rs 1.01 Crore.
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