Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBUU) is a private state university in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Founded in 2005 as Dev Bhoomi Institute of Technology, the institution was conferred state university status in 2021 by the Government of Uttarakhand. DBUU is recognised by UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, and holds approvals from AICTE, PCI (Pharmacy Council of India), INC (Indian Nursing Council), BCI (Bar Council of India), CoA (Council of Architecture), NCISM, and NCAHP.
DBUU is a young institution and does not yet appear in NIRF, The Week, India Today, or other major Indian ranking bodies.
The 42-acre green residential campus sits in the Himalayan foothills at Navgaon, Manduwala, Dehradun. The campus spans 12 schools and hosts over 10,000 students.
- B.Tech offers 9 specialisations: CSE, AI and Machine Learning, AI and Data Science, Data Science, Cyber Security and Forensics, Aerospace Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, ECE, and Electrical Engineering. Lateral entry available for diploma holders.
- Fees: INR 5.47 to 8.47 Lakhs (4 years) depending on specialisation
- B.Arch: 5-year CoA-approved professional programme, INR 9.26 Lakhs
- Law: BA LLB, BBA LLB, B.Com LLB (5-year integrated Hons, BCI-approved), fees INR 6.03 to 7.03 Lakhs
- Management: BBA Hons in 9 specialisations (AI, Aviation Management, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Finance, Fintech, HRM, International Business, Marketing), INR 5.27 Lakhs over 4 years
- Pharmacy: B.Pharma (4-year, INR 6.87 Lakhs) and Pharm.D (6-year PCI-approved, INR 13.19 Lakhs)
- Nursing and Allied Health: B.Sc Nursing (INC-approved, INR 10.47 Lakhs), GNM (3-year, INR 4.49 Lakhs), BPT, BHA
- Design: B.Des in Graphic Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Game Design and Animation, and UI/UX Design, INR 6.27 Lakhs over 4 years
- Agriculture and Science: B.Sc Agriculture (INR 4.47 Lakhs), B.Sc Forensic Science, B.Sc Biotechnology
- Postgraduate: MBA (INR 4.35 Lakhs), M.Tech (INR 2.75 Lakhs), MCA, M.Sc, and Ph.D programmes across engineering, management, pharmacy, science, and law
The total fees for B.Tech in CSE and AI-specialisation streams are INR 8.47 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. B.Sc Nursing fees are INR 10.47 Lakhs and Pharm.D fees are INR 13.19 Lakhs over 6 years.
DBUU disburses over INR 25 Crores in scholarships annually, covering up to 100% of tuition fees for high-merit entrants.
The highest placement offer in the 2025-26 season stood at INR 44.4 LPA. The average CTC was INR 6 LPA, with an overall 82.4% placement rate across graduating batches.
DBUU Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to the 2026-27 academic session at DBUU are anchored by four main routes: the university’s own DBUU-CET, CUET UG (for most UG programmes), JEE Main or NEET UG (for engineering and nursing streams), and NATA (for B.Arch). The DBUU-CET 2026 was conducted across three rounds in March, April, and May 2026.
| Admission Event | Status / Date (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Application Portal Opens | January 2026 |
| DBUU-CET Round 1 | 28 March 2026 (Concluded) |
| DBUU-CET Round 2 | 25 April 2026 (Concluded) |
| DBUU-CET Round 3 | 30 May 2026 (Concluded) |
| Uttarakhand State Counselling (B.Tech) | July to September 2026 |
| Late Admission and Spot Rounds | October 2026 (Ongoing) |
| Academic Year Commencement | August 2026 |
Across programme families, the entrance exams accepted differ by regulatory body. The table below covers the Course-Wise Exam Accepted at DBUU for the 2026-27 cycle.
| Course | Exam Accepted | Eligibility (Minimum) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main / CUET UG / DBUU-CET / Uttarakhand State CET | 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, 55% |
| B.Arch | NATA / JEE Paper 2 | 10+2 with Mathematics, 50% |
| B.Sc Nursing | NEET UG | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, 45% |
| B.Pharma / Pharm.D | CUET UG / DBUU-CET / Uttarakhand Pharma CET | 10+2 with PCB or PCM, 50% |
| BA LLB / BBA LLB / B.Com LLB | CLAT / CUET UG / DBUU-CET | 10+2 any stream, 50% |
| BBA / BCA Hons | CUET UG / DBUU-CET | 10+2 any stream, 50% |
| B.Des | UCEED / NID DAT / DBUU-CET | 10+2 any stream, 50% |
| MBA | CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / DBUU-CET | Graduation with 50% |
| M.Tech | GATE / CUET PG / DBUU-CET | B.Tech with 55% |
DBUU Courses and Fees
DBUU offers over 120 programmes across 12 schools, spanning engineering, architecture, law, management, pharmacy, nursing, design, agriculture, and allied health sciences. Total fees for UG programmes range from INR 4.47 Lakhs (B.Sc Agriculture) to INR 13.19 Lakhs (Pharm.D over 6 years).
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / AI-ML / AI-DS / Data Science / Cyber Security) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 55% | INR 8.47 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 55% | INR 6.67 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Civil / ECE / EEE / Mechanical) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 55% | INR 5.87 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Biotechnology) | 4 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM, 55% | INR 5.47 Lakhs |
| B.Arch | 5 years | 10+2 with Mathematics, 50% | INR 9.26 Lakhs |
| BA LLB {Hons.} | 5 years | 10+2 any stream, 50% | INR 7.03 Lakhs |
| BBA LLB / B.Com LLB {Hons.} | 5 years | 10+2 any stream, 50% | INR 6.03 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG qualified | INR 10.47 Lakhs |
| Pharm.D | 6 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM, 50% | INR 13.19 Lakhs |
| B.Pharma | 4 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM, 50% | INR 6.87 Lakhs |
| BBA {Hons.} / BCA {Hons.} | 4 years | 10+2 any stream, 50% | INR 5.27 Lakhs |
| B.Des (Graphic / Interior / Fashion / Game / UI-UX Design) | 4 years | 10+2 any stream, 50% | INR 6.27 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Agriculture | 4 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM, 50% | INR 4.47 Lakhs |
| GNM (Nursing) | 3 years | 10+2 with PCB, 40% | INR 4.49 Lakhs |
| BPT (Physiotherapy) | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB, 50% | INR 5.67 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, valid CAT/MAT/XAT score | INR 4.35 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 years | B.Tech with 55%, valid GATE score preferred | INR 2.75 Lakhs |
Among the flagship programmes, B.Tech in CSE and its AI-specialisation tracks draw the largest engineering cohort. The Pharm.D and B.Sc Nursing programmes are regulated by PCI and INC respectively, following statutory intake norms. DBUU also offers Ph.D programmes in engineering, management, pharmacy, sciences, law, and design at INR 3.65 to 3.95 Lakhs for the full research duration.
DBUU Admission Process
DBUU follows a six-step admission workflow: online registration at apply.dbuu.ac.in, application submission, entrance test or score upload, merit list and counselling, document verification, and fee payment. The university participates in Uttarakhand state counselling for engineering and pharmacy programmes and CUET-based counselling for applicable UG programmes.
B.Tech Admission
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST)
- Lateral entry: 3-year diploma in the relevant engineering branch with minimum 55% marks
- Exams accepted: JEE Main, CUET UG, DBUU-CET, or Uttarakhand State CET
- Process: Merit list based on qualifying exam score, followed by seat allotment and document verification
- Cutoff context: DBUU admits students across a wide score range. The DBUU-CET cutoff for CSE stream is accessible for aspirants who miss NIT-level JEE Main cutoffs. General category DBUU-CET scores in the 50 to 70 percentile range have historically been sufficient for admission to CSE and AI-specialisation tracks.
B.Arch Admission
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Mathematics, minimum 50% aggregate
- Exams accepted: Valid NATA score or JEE Main Paper 2 score
- Process: Score-based merit list, document verification, fee payment
B.Sc Nursing Admission
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories)
- Exam accepted: NEET UG (mandatory, INC-regulated)
- Process: Seat allotment through Uttarakhand state nursing counselling authority
Pharmacy Admission (B.Pharma and Pharm.D)
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics, minimum 50% aggregate
- Exams accepted: CUET UG, DBUU-CET, or Uttarakhand Pharma CET
- Process: PCI-compliant merit-based seat allotment through state counselling
Law Admission (BA LLB / BBA LLB / B.Com LLB)
- Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream, minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories)
- Exams accepted: CLAT, CUET UG, or DBUU-CET
- Process: Centralised merit list, seat allotment, BCI-compliant document verification
Management and Commerce Admission (BBA / BCA Hons)
- Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream, minimum 50% aggregate
- Exams accepted: CUET UG or DBUU-CET
- Process: Direct merit-based admission
Postgraduate Admission
MBA aspirants need a graduation degree with minimum 50% marks and a valid CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT score. M.Tech candidates are evaluated on GATE score or CUET PG, with a B.Tech minimum of 55% marks. Ph.D admission requires a PG degree with minimum 55% marks and a valid UGC NET score or a qualifying DBUU Research Entrance Test.
DBUU Placements
DBUU reported an 82.4% placement rate for the 2025-26 graduating batch. The highest offer stood at INR 44.4 LPA and the average CTC was INR 6 LPA. Over 850 companies participated in placement drives across all schools.
Engineering graduates from CSE and AI-specialisation tracks account for the majority of high-CTC placements. BBA Hons graduates are placed across FMCG, retail, and analytics roles. The pharma, nursing, and design schools contribute graduates who primarily enter government services, pursue postgraduate studies, or join sector-specific employers with different compensation benchmarks, which influences the aggregate average.
| Placement Metric | 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Highest CTC | INR 44.4 LPA |
| Average CTC (all programmes) | INR 6 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 82.4% |
| Recruiting Companies | 850+ |
| Cumulative Placement Offers (all years) | 16,500+ |
Confirmed campus recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Zscaler, Jaro Education, and Intellipaat, among other IT and edtech firms. Hospitality and hotel management graduates are placed at branded hotel chains in Uttarakhand and other north Indian markets. The top-package roles have been concentrated in cloud security, data science, and software development tracks within the CSE school.
DBUU Scholarships
DBUU disburses over INR 25 Crores in annual scholarships. The structure covers merit-based scholarships (linked to qualifying exam performance) and need-based categories (EWS, single-parent households, differently-abled students, and regional concessions).
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| JEE / NEET / CUET Merit Scholarship | Top percentile band in JEE Main, NEET UG, or CUET UG | Up to 100% academic fee waiver (applicable year) |
| DBUU-CET Merit Scholarship | High score in DBUU-CET 2026 | 10% to 100% on academic fees |
| EWS Scholarship | Valid EWS certificate | 5% to 11% on academic fees |
| Single-Mother and Orphan Scholarship | Documentary proof of single-parent household or orphan status | Up to 11% on academic fees |
| J and K / Nepal Student Concession | Domicile from Jammu and Kashmir or Nepal | Up to 40% on academic fees, 10% on hostel fees |
| DBUU Employee and Alumni Sibling Concession | Ward or sibling of DBUU employee or DBUU alumni | 5% on academic fees |
| National Scholarship Portal (Government Schemes) | As per central and Uttarakhand state scholarship authority norms | As per individual scheme guidelines |
Merit scholarships are applied to the first year’s academic fees and renewed in subsequent years subject to CGPA maintenance. Students can apply for multiple scholarship categories. The highest applicable benefit is awarded.
DBUU Campus and Infrastructure
The DBUU campus spans 42 acres in Navgaon, Manduwala, at the foothills of the Himalayas, 15 km from Dehradun city centre. The location provides a residential, low-distraction environment well-suited to the university’s boarding model.
The campus houses 12 schools with dedicated department buildings, a central library, computer labs, and specialised facilities for engineering, pharmacy simulation, nursing clinical training, architecture studios, and design labs. Separate hostel blocks operate for male and female students. Boys hostel fees range from INR 85,000 to INR 1,20,000 per year. Girls hostel fees range from INR 1,10,000 to INR 1,20,000 per year.
On-campus facilities include sports grounds, a cafeteria, banking, and a medical centre. DBUU hosts annual technical and cultural festivals with participation from its 10,000+ enrolled students and a growing alumni base of over 22,000 graduates since 2005. The Himalayan foothills setting is a frequently cited reason aspirants from plains states choose DBUU over equivalent Dehradun-city universities.
DBUU vs Graphic Era University vs Uttaranchal University
Aspirants shortlisting private universities in the Dehradun area frequently compare DBUU with Graphic Era University (one of Uttarakhand’s older engineering-focused institutions, established 1993) and Uttaranchal University (established 2012, large multi-school university in Dehradun). All three serve a broadly overlapping applicant pool across B.Tech, law, management, and allied health streams.
| Parameter | DBUU | Graphic Era University, Dehradun | Uttaranchal University, Dehradun |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2005 (University 2021) | 1993 (Deemed 2008) | 2012 |
| UGC Type | State Private University | Deemed University | State Private University |
| Campus | 42 acres, Navgaon | Dehradun city campus | 50+ acres, Arcadia Grant |
| B.Tech CSE Total Fees (4 years) | INR 8.47 Lakhs | As per official website | As per official website |
| NAAC | Not yet graded | A+ (2023) | A+ (2022) |
| NIRF Ranking | Not ranked | University band 201 to 300 | Not ranked |
| Programme Breadth | 120+ programmes | Engineering and management focus | 200+ programmes |
Graphic Era leads in accreditation credibility with NAAC A+ and NIRF university-band recognition. DBUU offers the widest range of B.Tech specialisations in the Dehradun private-university segment, including Aerospace Engineering and Cyber Security tracks not commonly found at comparable institutions. Uttaranchal University offers the broadest programme portfolio and a larger campus footprint at a comparable fee band.
DBUU FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at DBUU?
Ans. The total fee for B.Tech in CSE, AI and Machine Learning, AI and Data Science, Data Science, and Cyber Security and Forensics is INR 8.47 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, ECE, and Electrical Engineering costs INR 5.87 Lakhs. B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering costs INR 6.67 Lakhs. These are total fees across all 8 semesters.
Ques. Is DBUU recognised by UGC and AICTE?
Ans. Yes. DBUU is recognised by UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. Engineering programmes are AICTE-approved. Pharmacy programmes hold PCI approval. The nursing school is INC-approved, the law school holds BCI approval, and the architecture programme is CoA-approved. The university received state university status from the Uttarakhand government in 2021.
Ques. What is the placement record at DBUU?
Ans. In the 2025-26 placement season, the highest package was INR 44.4 LPA and the average CTC was INR 6 LPA across all programmes. The overall placement rate was 82.4%. Over 850 companies visited the campus. Confirmed recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Zscaler, Jaro Education, and Intellipaat.
Ques. Does DBUU have NIRF ranking?
Ans. DBUU does not currently appear in the NIRF ranked list. The university received its state university status in 2021 and is in the early stages of NIRF ranking cycle participation. NIRF rankings generally require at least a few years of data submission before a rank is assigned to a newly constituted university.
Ques. What entrance exams does DBUU accept for B.Tech?
Ans. DBUU accepts JEE Main, CUET UG, Uttarakhand State CET, and the university’s own DBUU-CET for B.Tech admission. DBUU-CET 2026 was conducted in three rounds in March, April, and May 2026. High scorers in DBUU-CET are eligible for merit scholarships covering up to 100% of academic fees.
Ques. Is hostel available at DBUU and what is the fee?
Ans. Yes. DBUU is a residential campus with separate hostels for boys and girls. Boys hostel fees range from INR 85,000 to INR 1,20,000 per year. Girls hostel fees range from INR 1,10,000 to INR 1,20,000 per year. The campus is located in a semi-rural hill-foothills setting, making on-campus accommodation practical for most students.
Ques. What scholarships does DBUU offer?
Ans. DBUU provides over INR 25 Crores in annual scholarships. Merit scholarships based on JEE Main, NEET, CUET, or DBUU-CET scores can cover up to 100% of academic fees. Need-based scholarships are available for EWS students, single-mother households, and differently-abled candidates. Students from Jammu and Kashmir and Nepal are eligible for up to 40% academic fee concession and a 10% hostel fee concession.
Ques. Is DBUU a good option for B.Sc Nursing?
Ans. DBUU’s B.Sc Nursing programme is INC-approved and follows the NEET-based state counselling process for seat allotment. The total fee is INR 10.47 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. The nursing school has dedicated simulation labs and attached clinical training infrastructure. Admission is subject to NEET UG qualification and Uttarakhand state nursing counselling norms.
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Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBUU) lists many on-campus UG/PG/PhD programs with online application options, but no explicit mention of UGC-DEB approved online programs.
DBUU, DBIT B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is offered as 4 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc (Nursing) are 10+2 with 65%. The total fees for DBUU, DBIT B.Sc (Nursing) in 2025 are INR 9.87 Lakhs for the complete course duration. The registration fees are INR 1500, and the admission fees are INR 7,000. Admission is merit-based through an online application process.
Yes, Dev-Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBBU) in Dehradun offers a full-time Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program. It is a four-year undergraduate course, requiring 10+2 completion with around 45-50%
The candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent qualification in the any stream, completed from a recognized educational board with a minimum aggregate score of 50% marks. The fee per year for the BDes is INR 1,00,000. The specific placement statistics for the B.Des (Fashion Design) program are not available, the university's overall placement rate is 80%, with the highest package of INR 40 LPA
The fee per year for the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery [BAMS] From DBUU, Dehradun is INR 1,50,000 per year
The fee for the BAMS course is not available online, you can visit or contact the college for detailed information about the course. The Candidates are supposed to qualify NEET examination. Foreign students will be admitted having equivalent qualifications and only after approval of Uttarakhand Ayurveda University.
Yes, Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University (DBUU) in Dehradun offers a direct Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) program. Eligibility for this program requires students to have completed their 10+2 education with a science background with subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Candidate must have 12th standard with science (PCB) or any other equivalent examination recognized by concerned State Governments and Education boards provided the candidate passes the examination with 50% aggregate marks in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The General Category requires 50% marks and SC/ ST/ Physically handicapped requires 45% marks. The Candidates are supposed to qualify NEET examination. Foreign students will be admitted having equivalent qualification and only after approval of Uttarakhand Ayurveda university.
How to do B.Sc Nursing from Satara?
B.Sc. Nursing course is not offered in distance education in DBUU Dehradun. B.Sc. Nursing is offered as a full time and regular mode course only. The first year fee is INR Two lacs ten thousand.
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Link: DBUU Dehradun Overview
DBUU Dehradun offers BA in Economics and not Bachelor of Business Economics. The per year fee of the course is INR Sixty thousand. The total fee is INR One lac eighty thousand.
The fee per year for the BSc in Agriculture is INR 80,000. For admission to B.Sc. Agriculture (4 years Course) a candidate should have passed the Intermediate (10+2) examination or equivalent with Mathematics/Biology/Agriculture group from any recognized Board/University with a minimum of 45% marks and relaxation in marks for reserved category candidates shall be given as per GOI/ University rules.
No, the courses including BA at DBUU Dehradun is offered in English Medium except for BA Hindi which is offered in the said language.
fees for mba?
The per semester academic fee of DBUU Dehradun MBA is INR 70 thousand.
The fee per year for the BSc in Biotechnology course at the Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University is INR 80,000.
Yes, there are scholarships available and also DBUU Dehradun offers loan facilties to the students.
The fee is not disclosed for the BAMS course, you can register and download the brochure for the detailed information.
You can apply for admission on the official website of Uttarakhand Devbhoomi University.
The hostel facilities at DBUU dehradun is available for both male and female candidates and the fee ranges from INR 80k to 1.15 lakhs annually.
You can do an MCA admission enquiry by filling the form on the official website of DBUU Dehradun.