Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra

Haryana
Fees: ₹8,000 - ₹70,000 (Annual Tuition and Service charges)
Average Package: 4.5 LPA
Highest Package: 32 LPA

About Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra University (KUK) was established in 1956 as a unitary residential university and was the brainchild of India's first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. It is now an affiliating-cum-residential university with NAAC A++ accreditation. Spanning over 473 acres, it offers 175+ programs across various faculties and has hundreds of colleges affiliated with it across Haryana.

Admission Process

B.Tech admission is through JEE Main/HSTES. B.Arch through NATA. For Law, PG, and PhD, admission is based on the university's Common Entrance Test (KUKCET) followed by merit-based counseling. Traditional UG admissions in affiliated colleges are merit-based.

Cutoffs

JEE Main Closing Rank for CSE: ~55,000; ECE: ~1,10,000 (General Home State).

Rankings & Recognition

NIRF 2025: Ranked among top 100 universities; NAAC: A++ Grade.

Top Recruiters & Placements

TCS,Infosys,Wipro,HCL,Tech Mahindra,ICICI Bank,Axis Bank,Vidal Health,Newgen Software

Scholarships

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/BC; Haryana State Merit Scholarship; S.S. Bhatnagar Fellowship; and University Merit Scholarship for branch toppers.

Student Life & Campus

A rich cultural experience with the 'Ratnawali' fest. The campus is known for its discipline and 'Dharohar' museum. Extensive sports facilities and many student societies for debating, fine arts, and photography.

Facilities

473-Acre Lush Green Campus,Jawaharlal Nehru Central Library,Dharohar Museum,Sports Ground & Multi-Purpose Gym,Separate Boys & Girls Hostels (25 Blocks),Health Centre (Aarogya),University Market & Post Office,Wi-Fi Enabled Academic Zones,Auditoriums (RK Sadan & Senate Hall),Day Care Centre

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

How to get admission in KUK?

For B.Tech, admission is via HSTES counseling based on JEE Main scores. For most PG courses, KUK conducts its own Entrance Test (KUKCET) or central counseling (KUCAT).

Is Kurukshetra University NAAC accredited?

Yes, it is accredited with an 'A++' Grade by NAAC, making it one of the premier state universities in India.

Courses & Fees

  • Computer Science & Engineering - 58,000 (Annual)
  • Integrated Law (5 Years) - 65,000 (Annual)
  • General / Finance / Marketing / HR - 52,000 (Annual)
  • Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics / Microbiology - 15,000 - 35,000 (Annual)
  • Bachelor of Education - 32,000 (Annual)
  • Pharmacy - 68,000 (Annual)
  • English / Hindi / Economics / Fine Arts - 8,000 - 12,000 (Annual)
  • Various Streams in Science, Arts & Management - 10,000 (Annual)

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Pros

  • Highly prestigious and oldest state university of Haryana
  • Vast 473-acre eco-friendly residential campus
  • Extremely affordable government fee structure
  • Top-tier NAAC A++ accreditation

Cons

  • Traditional administrative procedures can be slow
  • Hostel allotment is strictly on merit and distance basis
  • Placement variation between professional and traditional courses

Notifications & Updates

  • Admission 2026 for PG and PhD starts April 2026 (2026-03-10)
  • B.Tech HSTES 2026-27 Counseling Notice (2026-03-15)

Location

Thanesar, Kurukshetra, Haryana - 136119, India

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Contact Details

Phone: 01744-238169

Email: registrar@kuk.ac.in

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