Quick Summary
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, in New Delhi, India, is a state public university that has shaped higher education since 1998. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 95000 students including 1.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Pharmacy, Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier public university in the capital with strong industry linkage and affordable fee structure
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyPharmacyManagementComputer Science
Founded1998
TypeState Public University
Total Students95000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size78 acres
Affiliated HospitalsVardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital
AccreditationNAAC 'A++' Grade, UGC Recognised
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MBBS, LLB, LLM, B.Arch, PhD, BCA, BBA
Programs
Information Technology, Biotechnology, Management, Chemical Technology, Law, Education
PhD Programs
Distance education offered through affiliated centers, though primary focus is on-campus
Online Programs
CEPS (Centre for Excellence in Pharmaceutical Sciences), CDMS (Centre for Disaster Management Studies)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC 'A++' Grade, UGC Recognised
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA6
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-05-31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2025-10-15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily based on IPU CET, JEE Main (for B.Tech), NEET (for MBBS), and CLAT (for Law). Focus on high percentiles in national exams.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹330,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹150,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$20
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹456,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableMerit-cum-Means Linked Financial Assistance, Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidFee waiver schemes for economically weaker sections provided by Delhi Government
Work-StudyLimited opportunities within university departments
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MBBS, LLB, LLM, B.Arch, PhD, BCA, BBA programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Information Technology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MBA | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| MBBS | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with tech firms in NCR and government departments
Industry Connections
AmazonAdobeTCSInfosysDeloitteZS Associates
Notable Alumni
Gaurav Sharma, Taapsee Pannu, Devika Vaid
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Football ground, Cricket pitch, Basketball court, Indoor sports complex
Student Clubs
Anugoonj (Cultural), Techspace (Coding), IEEE Student Branch
Library Resources
University Information Resource Centre (UIRC) with extensive digital journal subscriptions
Exchange Programs
Limited international exchange with specific Asian and European partners
Summer Programs
Short-term technical workshops and research internships