Kurukshetra University [KUK], Kurukshetra established in 1956 is a State University, currently having 101-150 position in NIRF Ranking 2024 and 701-750 score out of 760 in QS Asia 2023. KUK Kurukshetra is approved by UGC, AICTE, NCTE, PCI, BCI, RCI and MoE (MHRD), and is accredited by NAAC-A+. Admission in Kurukshetra University is offered in Engineering, Management and Humanities at UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate level with scholarship benefits to deserving students.
Kurukshetra University was established as a Sanskrit University in 1956 and is amongst the premier educational institutes of the nation. It provides quality education and emphasises on the holistic development of the students. KUK is the oldest University in Haryana and is known for graduating quality human resources by offering them opportunities and a holistic learning environment. KUK aims to become a center of academic excellence and enhance ethical and cultural values, knowledge, and skills of the students. It is committed to prepare professionals with knowledge and values for the growth and development of the society. KUK is a State Private University which is accredited by NAAC with “A+” grade and approved by UGC.
The constituent units through which KUK provides different programs to the students include:
Faculties of KUK include:
KUK offers Under Graduation courses in B.Tech, BA, B.Pharm, B.Sc, BBA, BFA, BCA, BA.LL.B, LL.B, B.Com, etc., Post Graduation courses in M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, MBA, MA, M.Pharm, etc., Integrated Programs, Certification, Diploma, and Ph.D. The admissions in the University are granted based on the Acceptability Criteria as mentioned in the table below:
Institute of Management Studies
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Acceptability Criteria |
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BBA (Hons.) |
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BHMCT |
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Integrated MBA |
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MTTM |
Or
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Institute of Law
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Courses |
Acceptability Criteria |
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LL.B |
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BA.LL.B |
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LL.M |
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Institute of Mass Communication and Media Technology
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Courses |
Acceptability Criteria |
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BA (Mass Communication) |
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B.Sc (Printing and Packaging Technology) |
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MA (Journalism and Mass Communication) |
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M.Sc (Printing, Graphics and Packaging Technology) |
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* For more information, visit the official KUK website.
KUK offers financial aid and scholarships to the students. Following scholarships are provided by the University:
* To get more information, students are requested to visit the official website of KUK.
| Institute Name | Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra |
| Estd. Year | 1956 |
| Approved/Recognised by | UGC, AICTE, NCTE, PCI, BCI, RCI, MoE (MHRD) |
| Type | State University |
| Accreditation | NAAC-A+ |
| Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Som Nath |
| Address | University Market Rd, Kurukshetra University, Thanesar - 136119, Haryana, India |
| Contact Number | 07082113055, 01744-238169 |
| Official Website | https://new.kuk.ac.in |
| Rank By | Rank | Year |
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101-150 out of 200 | 2024 (Universities) |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2023 (Overall) | |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2022 (Overall) | |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2021 (Overall) | |
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57 out of 75 | 2022 (State Public Universities) |
| 57 out of 75 | 2021 (State Public Universities) | |
| 37 out of 70 | 2020 (State Public Universities) | |
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701-750 out of 760 | 2023 (Asia) |
| 601-650 out of 687 | 2022 (Asia) | |
| 601+ out of 650 | 2021 (Asia) |
KUK has a Placement Cell which acts as a valuable aid in guiding, assisting, and providing support to the students. It organises employability skill enhancement programs, personality development programs, soft skills development programs, executive meets, seminars, workshops, conferences, etc. Along with this, the Cell also organises mock interviews, group sessions, industrial visits, campus placements, summer internship, placement drives, etc. for the students. It provides career guidance and information related to various available opportunities to the students.
IBM, Wipro, HCL, Infosys, TATA Teleservices, ONGC, Vardhman Group, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Cox and Kings, Innodata, Syntel, Siemens, TOI, Jubilant Organics, HDFC Bank, etc. are the prominent recruiters providing different opportunities to the students.
KUK is situated on the western bank of BrahmSarovar and is spread over 473 acres. It is located in Kurukshetra where the historical battle of Mahabharata was fought. The University provides infrastructure and facilities for the overall growth and development of the students. The different facilities provided to the students include museum, computer center, NCC, NSS, IT Cell, guest house, transportation, banking and postal services, and more as mentioned below:
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