UPES Dehradun

School of Advanced Engineering Engineering Solutions for Tomorrow • NIRF #43 • ₹1.3 Cr Highest Package

₹49 LPA
Highest Package
2023-24
92.41%
Placement Rate
2023-24
663
Recruiters on
Campus
#43
NIRF Engineering
2025
30+
AI-Integrated
Programs
₹18.1L
Avg CTC
Top 10% Batch
Overview

School of Advanced Engineering

The School of Advanced Engineering at UPES Dehradun is one of India's premier engineering institutions, ranked #43 in NIRF Engineering 2025 by the Ministry of Education. The school prepares future-ready engineers through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and industry-aligned learning with a strong focus on emerging technologies such as AI, robotics, advanced manufacturing, and renewable energy.

The school offers 12+ B.Tech programmes across Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Chemical, Fire & Safety, Sustainability, Electrical, Electronics & Computer, VLSI Design, and the flagship Applied Petroleum Engineering — each with multiple specialisations. With 30+ AI-integrated programs, students gain interdisciplinary exposure that is highly valued by recruiters.

Industry collaborations with leading OEMs such as Boeing, Airbus, Rolls Royce, L&T, ONGC, Tata Power, HPCL, and OIL provide students with hands-on training, internships, and live project exposure. International academic partnerships include the University of New South Wales (Australia) and the University of Aberdeen (UK) for the flagship petroleum engineering programme.

UPES Dehradun Campus - School of Engineering
NIRF #43

Engineering Ranking 2025

30+

AI-Integrated Programs

12+

B.Tech Specialisations

663

Placement Recruiters

9

M.Tech Programmes

9+

State-of-the-art Labs

Recognition

Rankings & Accreditations

The School of Advanced Engineering at UPES holds top-tier rankings from India's most credible bodies and global ranking agencies.

#43
NIRF

Engineering Category

NIRF Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education

#45
NIRF

University Category

NIRF Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education

#239
Global

Engineering & Technology Subject

QS Subject Rankings — Top 250 worldwide

#163
Asia

Asia University Rankings

QS Rankings 2026 — 24th in South Asia

901+
QS

QS World University Rankings

Band 901-950 in 2026 global rankings

Top 10
India

Top 10 in India, Top 200 Asia

THE World University Rankings 2025 – Asia

Band 11-50
NIRF

Innovation Category

NIRF India Rankings 2025 — ARIIA

#1
India

Best Private Univ. Academic Reputation

QS World University Rankings 2026

Accreditations & Memberships

NAAC 'A' Grade

National Assessment & Accreditation Council

NBA Accredited

National Board of Accreditation

UGC Recognised

Under Section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956

AICTE Approved

All India Council for Technical Education

QS World Ranked

Engineering & Technology Subject 2026

Industry Partnerships

Boeing, Airbus, Rolls Royce, L&T, ONGC

Academics

B.Tech Programs at School of Advanced Engineering

Choose from 12+ B.Tech specialisations aligned with industry demand, each offering multiple sub-specialisations and AI-integrated tracks.

4 Years / 8 Semesters Min 50% in PCM (Class XII) UPESEAT / JEE Main / CUET / Board Merit
B.Tech · 4 Years

Applied Petroleum Engineering

Flagship programme with 100% placement record. Specialisations: Energy Systems & Storage, Intelligent Petroleum Systems, Gas Engineering Informatics, Refining & Petrochemicals, Digitalization of Process Technology. Academic tie-ups with UNSW Sydney & University of Aberdeen.

₹33 LPA Highest 100% Placement International Tie-up
B.Tech · 4 Years

Aerospace Engineering

Specialisations: Space Technology, Avionics Engineering, Defence Technology. Industry linkages with Boeing, Airbus, and Rolls Royce for hands-on training in aerodynamics, propulsion, and avionics systems.

Boeing Tie-up Space Tech Avionics
B.Tech · 4 Years

Mechanical Engineering

Specialisations: Advanced Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems & Storage, Automotive Engineering. Hands-on training in CAD/CAM labs and manufacturing floors.

Automotive Robotics Manufacturing
B.Tech · 4 Years

Electrical Engineering

Specialisations: Microelectronics, Communication Technology, AI & ML Applications, E-Vehicle & Industrial Drives, Smart Grid Technologies. Industry-relevant curriculum with Tata Power and HPCL collaborations.

Smart Grid E-Vehicle AI/ML
B.Tech · 4 Years

Electronics & Computer Engineering

Specialisations: Microelectronics, Communication Technology, AI & ML Applications. Bridges hardware design with software engineering for semiconductor, telecom, and IoT industries.

Semiconductor IoT High Demand
B.Tech · 4 Years

VLSI Design & Technology

Niche programme preparing students for the semiconductor and chip design industry. High demand from electronics, telecom, and AI/ML hardware companies.

Chip Design Niche Future-Ready
B.Tech · 4 Years

Civil Engineering

Specialisations: Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management. Structural, geotechnical, and surveying labs for hands-on infrastructure training.

Infrastructure Construction Mgmt
B.Tech · 4 Years

Chemical Engineering

Prepares graduates for chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food industries, speciality chemicals, biotechnology, and environmental engineering sectors.

Petrochemicals Pharma
B.Tech · 4 Years

Fire & Safety Engineering

One of India's few specialised programmes. Highly sought-after by oil & gas, infrastructure, and industrial safety sectors. Dedicated fire testing ground and industrial hygiene lab.

Niche Specialisation Oil & Gas
B.Tech · 4 Years

Sustainability Engineering

Future-focused programme addressing climate change, renewable energy, and green infrastructure. Strong demand from ESG-focused corporates and consulting firms.

Green Energy ESG Focus
B.Tech · 4 Years

Intelligent Robotics & Automation

Advanced programme covering robotics, automation, machine learning, and industrial IoT. Builds graduates ready for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing roles.

Industry 4.0 Automation AI-Integrated
B.Tech · 4 Years

Smart Manufacturing & Industrial Intelligence

Industry-aligned programme focused on smart factories, robotics-controlled production, digital twin technology, and AI-driven manufacturing analytics.

Digital Twin Smart Factory
M.Tech · 2 Years

M.Tech Programs

9 specialisations including Petroleum Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Renewable Energy, E-Mobility, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Construction Technology & Management, Sustainability Engineering, Health Safety & Environment.

9 Specialisations Research Track
Career Outcomes

Placement Record 2023-24

The School of Advanced Engineering delivers outstanding career outcomes through its dedicated Career Services Department, mandatory internships, and the EDGE programme for placement readiness.

₹49 LPA

Highest Package

92.41%

Placement Rate

₹6.69 LPA

Average Package

₹18.1L

Avg CTC (Top 10%)

663

Recruiters on Campus

2,482

Students Placed

₹1.3 Cr

Highest Package (Alumnus)

Top Recruiting Companies

Schlumberger (SLB)
ExxonMobil
Shell
Halliburton
Cairn Oil & Gas (Vedanta)
Reliance Industries
ONGC
Tata Power
HPCL
Adani Group
L&T
Microsoft India
Amazon
Adobe
Autodesk India
Accenture
Tata Consultancy Services
Infosys
Wipro
HCL
Capgemini
Deloitte
KPMG
EY
PwC
Boeing
Airbus
Rolls Royce
Maruti Suzuki
Hyundai
Asian Paints
Panasonic

Placement Support at School of Engineering

Mandatory 8-week to 6-month summer internships are built into every B.Tech programme. The Career Services Department conducts mock interviews, aptitude training, personality development sessions, and soft-skills workshops under the EDGE Programme (Enhanced Development Growth and Enrichment), ensuring every engineering student is job-ready before graduation. Pre-placement boot camps for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) preparation are also conducted.

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Admission Details

Fees & Entrance Exams

Transparent fee structure and multiple admission pathways for B.Tech, M.Tech, and doctoral candidates.

Fee Structure (B.Tech)

ProgrammeAnnual FeeTotal Fee
B.Tech (Applied Petroleum)₹4.6L – ₹5.2L₹4.6L – ₹20.9L
B.Tech (CSE / ECE)~₹4.6L~₹18.4L
B.Tech (Mechanical / Civil)~₹4.0L~₹16L
B.Tech (Aerospace / Fire & Safety)~₹4.2L~₹16.8L
M.Tech (2 Years)~₹2.5L~₹5L
Hostel (optional)₹1.83L – ₹2.32LPer year

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Eligibility & Entrance Exams

  • Eligibility: Min 50% in Class X & XII with 50% in PCM
  • B.Tech Selection: UPESEAT / JEE Main / SAT / CUET-UG / Board Merit
  • M.Tech Selection: GATE / UPESMET / Interview
  • Non-Exam Category: 20% seats — 10% JEE Main + 10% Board Merit
  • No negative marking in UPESEAT examination
  • Reservations: As per Uttarakhand State norms
  • Last date to apply 2026: April 29, 2026
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