UPESMET: Apply for MBA admissions by July
In short
- MBA colleges in Dehradun are accepting UPESMET scores for admission to their postgraduate management programs.
- The admission process for these programs generally commences in May and concludes in July.
- Eligibility for MBA admission typically requires a minimum three-year graduate degree with at least 50% marks, or 55% for the unreserved category.
- The UPES School of Business conducts its own online computer-based entrance test, UPESMET, and also accepts scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, NMAT, and GMAT.
- Prominent institutions like UPES, Graphic Era University, and Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University offer various MBA specializations.
MBA colleges in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, are currently accepting scores from the UPES Management Entrance Test (UPESMET) for admission to their postgraduate management programs. The admission cycle for these two-year, four-semester MBA courses typically begins in May and extends through July each year.
Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, has emerged as a significant educational hub with a 100% literacy rate as of 2022. The city’s growing agro-industries, pharma, biotechnology, and information technology sectors contribute to placement opportunities for MBA graduates.
Admission Process and Eligibility Criteria
Admission to MBA colleges in Dehradun is primarily based on the UPESMET score, alongside academic performance. Some institutions may also incorporate group discussion (GD) and personal interview (PI) rounds as part of their selection process. Candidates are generally required to hold a graduate degree of at least three years’ duration in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% marks. For candidates in the unreserved category, a minimum of 55% marks is typically required.
While the UPES School of Business conducts its proprietary online computer-based entrance test, UPESMET, it also acknowledges scores from other national-level management entrance examinations. These include CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, NMAT, and GMAT, providing candidates with multiple avenues for admission.
Key Institutions and Their Offerings
Several institutions in Dehradun are recognized for their MBA programs. The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), accredited by UGC, AICTE, and NAAC with a ‘B’ grade, offers many MBA specializations. These include Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing, Digital Transformation, Business Analytics, International Business, Operations/Project Management, Financial Analysis and Services, Family Business and Entrepreneurship, Finance, HR, and various sector-specific programs such as Oil and Gas Business, Power Management, and Aviation Management. UPES was ranked #45 among universities and #36 in Management by NIRF 2025, and 5th in India by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026.
Graphic Era University, approved by AICTE, UGC, NBA, and AIU, is another prominent institution, ranked among the top 70 management institutes in the country by NIRF as of 2023. Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBUU), approved by UGC and AICTE, offers MBA specializations in HR, Marketing, Finance, International Business, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management, with core students selecting two specializations in their second year. Other institutions like Doon Business School, ICFAI University Dehradun (through ICFAI Business School), and DIT University also offer AICTE-approved MBA programs with diverse specializations.
Fee Structures and Placement Records
The fee structures for MBA programs in Dehradun vary across institutions. The UPES MBA fee is Rs. 15,26,000, which includes a tuition fee of Rs. 11.44 lakhs for most programs, with the MBA in Events, Public Relations and Corporate Communications having a fee of Rs. 3,72,576. Doon Business School offers a full-time MBA program with a total tuition fee of INR 6.26 Lakh for two years.
Placement records indicate varying outcomes across institutions. UPES reported a highest salary of Rs. 29 LPA in Placement 2021 and achieved 97% placements for its MBA 2019-21 batch. Graphic Era University’s MBA program has an average placement of INR 5.7 LPA. The presence of several agro-industries, pharma, biotechnology, and information technology industries in Dehradun is cited as a factor ensuring high placements in MBA colleges.
| College Name | Type | Approx. Fee |
|---|---|---|
| School of Business, UPES, Dehradun | Private | ₹30,28,900 |
| S.No | College Name | Fees (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Uttaranchal University | ₹2,01,000 for the first year |
| 2. | Graphic Era University (GEU) | ₹3,41,000 for the first year |
| 3. | IMS Unison University (IUU) | ₹3,32,000 for the first year |
| 4. | Doon Business School (DBS) | ₹4,67,000 and ₹9,00,000 for the entire program. |
| 5. | Uttaranchal Institute of Management, Uttaranchal University | ₹5,43,000 for the entire program. |
| 6. | Shri Guru Ram Rai University (SGRRU) | ₹1,47,000 and ₹1,73,000 for the entire program. |
| 7. | Mahadevi Institute of Technology (MIT) | ₹1,20,000 for the entire program. |
| 8. | Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University | ₹2,50,000 and ₹3,20,000 for the entire program. |
| 9. | Graphic Era Hill University (GEHU) | ₹7,17,000 for the entire program. |
| 10. | DIT University | ₹4,82,000 and ₹6,50,000 for the entire program. |
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