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B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering at UPES, Dehradun is a 4-year full-time on-campus undergraduate program offered by the School of Advanced Engineering. This interdisciplinary program seamlessly integrates electronics, computer science, and communication engineering, covering hardware design, programming, telecommunication, embedded systems, VLSI, and software development. The total academic fee for the program is Rs. 12,59,000 over 4 years, with an optional hostel fee of Rs. 1,83,000 per year. UPES accepts UPESEAT, JEE Main, CUET-UG, SAT, and Board Merit for admission. The program is popular for its dual-domain versatility, giving graduates the flexibility to work in both core electronics and software/IT industries, and has maintained a strong placement record with a 100% placement rate over the last three years.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently ongoing. Phase 2 applications are open until April 29, 2026, and the UPESEAT Phase 2 exam is scheduled for May 1-3, 2026. Students with valid JEE Main 2026 Session 2 scores (exam: April 2-9, 2026) can apply directly. The batch is expected to commence in July 2026.

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The program offers three specialisations: Microelectronics, Communication Technology (5G and 6G), and AI and ML Applications.
Students have access to state-of-the-art labs including a DST FIST sponsored battery testing lab, Texas Instruments embedded system lab, and Advanced Power System and Protection lab.
The curriculum bridges hardware and software domains, enabling graduates to work in semiconductor design, embedded systems, AI/ML, telecommunications, and software development.
Approximately 30% of students receive multiple job offers, reflecting strong industry demand for this dual-domain profile.
The program includes cross-domain capstone projects (Capstone I and II) and a mandatory industrial internship in Semester 7.
Students can opt for Minors from other disciplines at UPES to further broaden their skill set.
UPES is ranked 43rd in NIRF Engineering Rankings 2025 and is the first Indian university to receive QS 5-Stars for Employability.

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18 Feb, 2026 UPES B.Tech Electronics And Computer Engineering Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.24 Lakhs. Read more.

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UPES B.Tech ECE Fees

The B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering program at UPES falls under the Stream-II (Non-CS) fee category, with a total academic fee of Rs. 12,59,000 for the complete 4-year duration (2026-27 batch). The fee is structured semester-wise with a gradual annual increase. Hostel accommodation is optional and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students from Uttarakhand domicile are eligible for a 25% scholarship on tuition fees.

Semester-wise Fee Structure

Fee Component	Sem 1	Sem 2	Sem 3	Sem 4	Sem 5	Sem 6	Sem 7	Sem 8
Tuition Fee (INR)	85,000	85,000	91,000	91,000	98,000	98,000	1,06,000	1,06,000
Academic Service Fee (INR)	56,000	56,000	60,000	60,000	65,000	65,000	68,500	68,500
Semester Fee (INR)	1,41,000	1,41,000	1,51,000	1,51,000	1,63,000	1,63,000	1,74,500	1,74,500

Total Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Total Tuition Fee (4 Years)	7,60,000
Total Academic Service Fee (4 Years)	4,99,000
Total Academic Fee (4 Years)	12,59,000
Training and Certification Fee (One-time, 2nd Semester)	31,300
Personality Development Course (PDC) Fee (One-time, UG)	23,300
Convocation Fee (One-time, penultimate semester)	3,300
Alumni Fee (One-time, at registration)	2,100
Technology Fee (Per semester, Year 1)	3,800
Medical Insurance Fee (Per year)	500
I-Card Fee (One-time)	500
Refundable Security Deposit	20,000
Total Fees (Academic, excl. Hostel)	12,59,000
Hostel Fee (Triple Sharing, per year - Optional)	1,83,000
Hostel Security Deposit (Refundable, one-time)	10,000

The Refundable Security of Rs. 20,000 and Hostel Security of Rs. 10,000 are interest-free and refundable at the time of leaving the university.
PDC fee of Rs. 23,300 is paid in two instalments: half at admission and half in the penultimate semester.
Fee payment schedule for AY 2026-27: 1st Semester at the time of admission; 2nd Semester by January 2, 2027; 3rd Semester by July 10, 2027; 4th Semester by January 2, 2028, and so on.
UPES follows UGC guidelines for fee refunds in case of withdrawal.
A seat confirmation fee of Rs. 1,00,000 is payable at the time of offer acceptance, adjusted against the first semester fee.
Hostel is not mandatory. Total fees excluding hostel = Rs. 12,59,000.
EMI/education loan options are available through various banks and NBFCs.

UPES B.Tech ECE Admission 2026

UPES B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering admissions for 2026-27 are currently in progress under Phase 2. Selection is based on performance in UPESEAT, JEE Main, CUET-UG, SAT, or Board Merit. Candidates scoring 80% or above in both Class X and XII (with 80% in PCM) are exempted from UPESEAT and can apply through the Board Merit pathway. The admission process involves application, entrance exam or score submission, personal interview, and offer letter issuance.

UPES B.Tech ECE Admission Dates

Event	Date
Phase 1 Application Start	September 12, 2025
Phase 1 Application Last Date	January 20, 2026
UPESEAT Phase 1 Exam	January 22-24, 2026
UPESEAT Phase 1 Result	February 2, 2026
Personal Interview (Round 3)	March 24-27, 2026
Phase 2 Application Last Date	April 29, 2026
UPESEAT Phase 2 Slot Booking	April 20, 2026
UPESEAT Phase 2 Exam	May 1-3, 2026
UPESEAT Phase 2 Result	June 2026 (tentative)
Phase 3 Application and Exam	June 2026 (tentative)
Batch Commencement	July 2026 (tentative)
Fee Payment - 2nd Semester	January 2, 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Session	Exam Date	Result Date
UPESEAT 2026	Phase 1	January 22-24, 2026	February 2, 2026
UPESEAT 2026	Phase 2	May 1-3, 2026	June 2026
JEE Main 2026	Session 1	January 21-28, 2026	February 16, 2026
JEE Main 2026	Session 2	April 2-9, 2026	April 20, 2026
CUET-UG 2026	-	May 11-31, 2026	June/July 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum 50% marks in Class X and Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as major subjects in Class XII.
Candidates must have appeared in UPESEAT / JEE Main / CUET-UG / SAT, or have Board Merit (minimum 80% in Class X and XII with 80% in PCM) for direct admission without entrance exam.
Age: Candidates born on or after October 1, 2002 are eligible.

Admission Process

Step 1: Apply online at admission.upes.ac.in by paying the application fee of Rs. 1,750.
Step 2: Appear for UPESEAT (online, remote proctored, 2 hours, 125 questions) or submit valid JEE Main / CUET-UG / SAT / Board Merit scores.
Step 3: Shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Interview (conducted online or offline).
Step 4: Receive admission offer letter based on merit in entrance exam and interview.
Step 5: Pay the seat confirmation fee of Rs. 1,00,000 within the stipulated deadline to confirm the seat.
Step 6: Complete registration formalities and pay the remaining first semester fee before batch commencement.

UPES B.Tech ECE Scholarships 2026

UPES offers a comprehensive range of scholarships for B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering students, covering merit-based, need-based, sports, domicile, and special category scholarships. In AY 2023-24, UPES awarded Rs. 46 Crore in scholarships benefiting 6,844 students. Scholarships are primarily applicable on tuition fees and are awarded at the time of admission for the first year, with academic performance-based scholarships available from the second year onwards.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th Overall: 95.01% and above	30% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th Overall: 90.01%-95%	25% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th Overall: 85.01%-90%	20% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th Overall: 75%-85%	15% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Girls and Others)	12th Overall: 60%-74.99%	10% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Boys)	12th Overall: 95.01% and above	30% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Boys)	12th Overall: 90.01%-95%	25% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Boys)	12th Overall: 85.01%-90%	20% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Entry Level - Board Merit (Boys)	12th Overall: 75%-85%	15% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
National Level Exam (JEE/CUET)	Percentile 95.01 and above	100% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
National Level Exam (JEE/CUET)	Percentile 90.01-95	40% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
National Level Exam (JEE/CUET)	Percentile 85.01-90	25% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Domicile Scholarship (Uttarakhand)	Uttarakhand domicile certificate	25% on Tuition Fee per semester
Jyoti Scholarship (Freeship)	Min. 80% in 10th and 12th; Family income up to Rs. 8 LPA	100% on Semester Fees (51 seats only)
Vijay Scholarship (Sports)	National/International level sports achievement	35%-100% on Tuition Fee
Academic Performance Scholarship (2nd year onwards)	Min. CGPA 8.5; Top 10% of batch	10%-20% on Tuition Fee
Scholarship for Wards of Defence Personnel	Parent serving/retired/martyred in Indian Armed Forces	35% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Scholarship for Wards of Teachers	Parent is a full-time teacher in a recognised school	35% on 1st Year Tuition Fee
Student Financial Support	Loss of earning parent after joining UPES	Rs. 50,000 per semester on Tuition Fee

A student is eligible for only one type of scholarship at the time of admission. The highest applicable scholarship is awarded.
Domicile scholarship can be clubbed with Academic Performance Scholarship from the 2nd year onwards.
Board Merit and National Level Exam scholarships are applicable for the 1st year tuition fee only and must be claimed before registration.
Scholarship is awarded as fee concession/waiver and cannot be exchanged for cash.
Total seats for Board Merit scholarship: up to 3,000 (awarded in order of merit).

UPES B.Tech ECE Placement 2026

The B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering program at UPES School of Advanced Engineering has maintained a 100% placement record over the last three years, with students securing roles in both core electronics and software/IT industries. The program's dual-domain nature makes graduates attractive to a wide range of employers, from semiconductor and telecom companies to IT services and product firms. The EDGE employability program, mandatory industrial internship, and capstone projects significantly enhance placement readiness. Approximately 30% of students receive multiple job offers.

Placement Statistics

Placement Statistic	2022-23	2021-22	2020-21
Highest Package	Rs. 13.65 LPA	Rs. 21.17 LPA	Rs. 10 LPA
Average Package	Rs. 6.30 LPA	Rs. 6 LPA	Rs. 5 LPA
Placement Rate	100%	100%	100%
Students with Multiple Offers	~30%	~30%	~30%

Notable Recruiters: Accenture, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, L&T Technology Services, Honeywell, Siemens, Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, BSNL, Airtel, and other core electronics and IT companies.

Note: The above placement data is sourced from the official UPES program page. The 2024 highest package for UPES School of Advanced Engineering overall was Rs. 33 LPA.

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UPES B.Tech ECE FAQs

Ques. How is B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering different from B.Tech Computer Science Engineering at UPES?

Ans. B.Tech ECE at UPES is an interdisciplinary program that covers both electronics hardware (circuits, VLSI, embedded systems, communication) and computer software (programming, data structures, OS, networking). B.Tech CSE, on the other hand, is purely software and computer science focused. ECE graduates can work in both core electronics companies (semiconductor, telecom, embedded) and IT/software companies, giving them broader career options. However, CSE graduates tend to get higher software packages at top IT firms. If you are interested in hardware-software integration, ECE is the better choice.

Ques. What is the fee difference between B.Tech ECE and B.Tech CSE at UPES?

Ans. B.Tech ECE (Stream-II / Non-CS) has a total academic fee of Rs. 12,59,000 for 4 years, while B.Tech CSE has a significantly higher fee of approximately Rs. 22-25 lakhs for 4 years depending on the specialisation. ECE is thus considerably more affordable than CSE at UPES, making it an attractive option for students who want a dual-domain engineering degree at a lower cost.

Ques. Which specialisation should I choose in B.Tech ECE at UPES - Microelectronics, Communication Technology, or AI and ML Applications?

Ans. The choice depends on your career interest. Microelectronics is ideal if you want to work in semiconductor design, chip fabrication, or VLSI, which is a high-growth area with companies like Qualcomm, Intel, and Texas Instruments. Communication Technology (5G/6G) is suited for students interested in telecom, network engineering, and wireless systems. AI and ML Applications is the most versatile option, combining electronics with AI/ML, and opens doors to both hardware AI (edge computing, IoT) and software AI roles. For the highest placement demand currently, AI and ML Applications is the most popular choice.

Ques. Does UPES B.Tech ECE have good placement for core electronics companies, or is it mostly IT placements?

Ans. UPES B.Tech ECE has placements in both core electronics and IT companies. Core electronics recruiters include companies like Texas Instruments, Honeywell, Siemens, L&T Technology Services, and Qualcomm. IT companies like TCS, Infosys, Accenture, and HCL also recruit ECE graduates for software roles. The dual-domain nature of the program means graduates are eligible for a wider pool of companies compared to pure CSE graduates. However, the highest packages tend to come from IT/software roles rather than core electronics.

Ques. What labs and infrastructure are available for B.Tech ECE students at UPES?

Ans. UPES School of Advanced Engineering provides ECE students with access to several specialised labs, including a DST FIST sponsored lab for battery testing, a Texas Instruments embedded system lab, and an Advanced Power System and Protection lab. The campus also has general engineering labs, computer labs, and a well-stocked library with over 2,00,000 publications. The university has a state-of-the-art campus in Dehradun with 24x7 medical facilities, sports infrastructure, and secure campus monitoring.

Ques. Can B.Tech ECE students from UPES pursue higher studies abroad or in India after graduation?

Ans. Yes, B.Tech ECE graduates from UPES are eligible to apply for M.Tech/M.S. programs in India (through GATE) and abroad (through GRE). The dual-domain curriculum covering both electronics and computer science makes UPES ECE graduates competitive for M.S. programs in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, and AI/ML at universities in the US, Germany, Canada, and Australia. Several UPES ECE alumni have pursued higher studies at reputed institutions. For GATE, the program's strong foundation in core subjects like Signals and Systems, Digital Electronics, and Communication Systems is beneficial.

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The year wise fees i am paying after a 15 percent scholarship is something around 4.6 lakhs.the tution fees is around 2.3lakhs per semester including all other charges like service charge and registration and admission fees

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My year wise fees is 450000 rs. Managment fees would be around 50000 which has to paid once at the time of admission. You can get scholarship of upto 30-40% according to your jee mains percentile and class 12th marks.

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Fees is very high according to the resources provided

Fees and Financial Aid:

1 year was approx 4 lakh In second year each semester was 2.10 lakhs In 3 year,5 sem was 2.32 lakh and 6 sem was 2.07 lakh For computer science, fees is 25 lakh If you are from Uttrkahand thers is a domicile discount State level and national level player have 50 to 70 percent scholarship in any sport

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The year wise fees is 4 lakhs 50 thousands and it keeps on gradually increasing and reaches 5 lakhs per annum at the end of the semester The fees for other batches is much less as the fees for Electrical is 2 lakhs per annum and civil is even lower than that there is a 100 % scholarship for economically weaker section for only 60 students

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The grading system of university is not strict. Giving free marks to people.

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We pay approx 500000 lakhs rupees per year including tution fees, addmission fees, development fees, lab fees and other compulsory fees. Every student get different scholarship percentage. If you are from uttarakhand, you will get 25 percent scholarship. Scholarships are also based on jee scores and class 12 scores

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Detailed Fee Sructure (Excluding hostel)- Sem 1-223800 (20000 security) Sem 2-190300 Sem 3-245900 Sem 4-245400 Sem 5-287900 Sem 6-259400 Sem 7-288144 Sem 8-275144 Total=2098188 Yes there are some scholorships provied upto 30% but it is only applicable on the tution fee (137000 ) not on the academic services fee. 1st year scholorships are based on merit basis , for eg board merit, Jee merit, sports kota etc. Later there are uttarakhand domicile scholorship that is 30 percent off , documents required are Uttarakhand domicile certificate and ITR of both parents added needs to be below 12 LPA .There is an aumini scholorship, academic result scholorship for only 10% of the students and some other scholorships too but they have their own criteria .

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All over fees without any scholarship is 20,98,340. Scholarships are offered on basis of CBSE and JEE scores. Maximum scholarship offered is 35%. College also offers domicile fee waiver. EWS scholarships are also offered which offers 100% feee waiver through lucky draw

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