Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (KUK) is a State University established in the year 1956 and it is also one of the oldest universities in the nation and a unitary residential University located in the holy city of Kurukshetra. The university is accredited with NAAC grade A+. The campus is 475 acres and the institute has 175 courses in campus under 47 departments. The campus provides a lot of facilities such as lecture theatres, smart classrooms, a Wi-Fi campus, 24 hrs library facility, laboratories, on-campus hostel accommodation, cafeterias, canteens, a market, a swimming pool, gymnasia, a bank, ATM’s, post office and world-class sports facilities.  Kurukshetra University has the UGC approval to start 4 full-fledged online degree programs from the upcoming session. The courses are BA, MA, B.Com, and M.Com. 

Kurukshetra University Highlights

Founded In 1956
University Type State University
Approved By NCTE, BCI, UGC, NCHMCT, AICTE, PCI NAAC ‘A+’ Grade accredited
Courses Offered UG, PG, B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Tech
Application Mode Online
Application Fee INR 800/- (INR 200/- for SC/ST)
Facilities Computer Centre, Health Centre, NCC, NSS, Library, Hostel
Official Website https://www.kuk.ac.in/

Kurukshetra University Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
HSTES Counselling 2023 – BTech
HSTES 2023 Registration Window, Fee Submission, Verification by designated institutions and Inter-se-Merit Availability June 7, 2023 - July 13, 2023
Round 1
Choices Filling / Choices Locking July 10, 2023 - July 13, 2023
Seat Allotment Result July 14, 2023
Reporting July 17, 2023 - July 19, 2023
Round 2
Choices Filling / Choices Locking July 21, 2023 - July 24, 2023
Seat Allotment Result July 25, 2023
Reporting July 26, 2023 - July 28, 2023
Final Cut-off Date  Sep 15, 2023 
UG & Integrated Programs (BA, B.Sc, BBA, BA LLB, BFA, etc.)
Start of online Application Form June 1, 2023
Last date for online submission of Application Form June 25, 2023
Entrance Test June 21 – June 22, 2023
First Merit List  July 1, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the first merit list July 3, 2023
Second Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 5, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the second merit list July 6, 2023
Third Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 8, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the third merit list July 10, 2023
Final Merit List July 15, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the final merit list July 17, 2023
Commencement of classes  July 21, 2023
Admission without late fee  July 1 – July 17, 2023
Admission with late fee of INR 1000/-  July 18 – July 25 2023
Last cut-off date for admission July 25, 2023
PG Programs (M.A./M.Sc./M.Com/MBA, etc.)
Start of online Application Form June 01, 2023
Last date for online submission of Application Form June 15, 2023
Entrance Test June 20 – July 4, 2023
First Merit List  July 10, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the first merit list July 12, 2023
Second Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 14, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the second merit list July 16, 2023
Third Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 18, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the third merit list July 20, 2023
Final Merit List July 26, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the final merit list July 27, 2023
Commencement of classes  August 1, 2023
Admission without late fee  July 10 – July 27, 2023
Admission with late fee of INR 1000/-  July 28 – August 7, 2023
Last cut-off date for admission August 7, 2023
MTech/PG Diploma
Start of online Application Form June 1, 2023
Last date for online submission of Application Form July 10, 2023
First Merit List  July 17, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the first merit list July 19, 2023
Second Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 21, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the second merit list July 22, 2023
Third Merit List (If Seats Remain Vacant) July 25, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the third merit list July 27, 2023
Final Merit List August 2, 2023
Last date for document verification and payment of fees for the final merit list August 4, 2023
Last cut off date for admission August 14, 2023

Kurukshetra University Ranking/Accreditation

  • Kurukshetra University is ranked 83rd in Pharmacy by NIRF Ranking 2022.
  • Kurukshetra University is ranked on 8th position among the state universities by NIRF. 
  • NAAC has accredited the university with grade A+.

Kurukshetra University Courses

KUK offers 175 courses on the campus in 47 Departments/ institutes through highly qualified faculty members. The University also plays an important role in providing higher education to the youth of the State through its 282 affiliated colleges and institutes in seven districts of Haryana. KUK offers various kinds of courses on different subjects. It also offers B.A., B.Sc, B.Com, M.A., M.Sc, M.Com, LL.B, BA+LL.B, and other Postgraduate Degrees. M. Phil, Ph.D. and Engineering courses are also available at the university.

Courses Specialization Eligibility
BA Punjabi, Education, Ancient Indian History Culture & Archaeology, Fine Arts, Vocal & Instrumental, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit, Defence & Strategic Studies, Women’s Studies, English, Hindi, Economics, Business Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Applied Psychology 10+2 qualified
B.Sc Graphics & Animation, Multi-Media, Printing and Packaging Technology, Chemistry, Chemistry with specialization in Pharmaceuticals, Micro-biology, Mathematics, Forensic Science, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Development, Clothing, Textiles and Fashion Designing
B.Tech Electrical & Instrumentation Engg, Bio-Technology Engg, Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering
B.Ed - Graduation Degree in any subject
MBA -
MA Punjabi, Education, Ancient Indian History Culture & Archaeology, Fine Arts, Vocal & Instrumental, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit, Defence & Strategic Studies, Women’s Studies, English, Hindi, Economics, Business Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Applied Psychology
M.Sc Graphics & Animation, Multi-Media, Printing and Packaging Technology, Chemistry, Chemistry with specialization in Pharmaceuticals, Micro-biology, Mathematics, Forensic Science, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Development, Clothing, Textiles and Fashion Designing
M.Tech Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics & Comm. Engineering, Bio-Tech Engineering, Mechanical Engineering ( Thermal Engg.), Mechanical Engineering ( Industrial & Production Engg.), Electrical Engineering, Material Sc. & Tech Engineering, Energy & Environmental Mgt., Micro Electronics & VLSI Design, Nano Science & Technology
M.Ed - Post Graduation
M.Phil Punjabi, Education, Ancient Indian History Culture & Archaeology, Fine Arts, Vocal & Instrumental, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit, Defence & Strategic Studies, Women’s Studies, English, Hindi, Economics, Business Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Applied Psychology

Also, Check KUK Fees Structure

Kurukshetra Admissions

Admission to Kurukshetra University will be based on either the marks secured in the qualifying examination or through the entrance examination. For Admission to B.Tech, JEE Main is considered whereas, for admission to the MBA course, CAT is mandatory. Students should have a valid GATE score for admission to M.Tech Admission.

The application process is online for admission that will be available on the official website of the institute.

How to Apply?

  • Aspirants have to apply to KUK by filling out the online application form available on the official website.
  • Register through personal details
  • Click on New Applicant Log In
  • Select the choice of course/courses
  • Upload the required documents
  • Pay the application fee of INR 800/- (INR 200/- for SC/ST) through online mode
  • Submit the application and take a print out of the same for future requirements

Check KUK Admission 2023

Kurukshetra University Placements

The Kurukshetra University Placement Cell is going by the Placement Officer who works as a team with the instructor facilitators at the departmental dimension. The Placement Cell gives vocation direction and encourages the corporate association to the college understudies and especially for understudies selected in the expert courses. The Cell facilitates and sorts out grounds interviews/arrangement drives/summer temporary position and so on. Few top recruiters are IBM, Infosys, Wipro, Adani, Wapcos, EIL, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Vardhman Group, Indian Oil, Hindustan Zink, Times of India, Thomson Press, Bharti Airtel, Tata Teleservices, Newgen, NIIT, HCL, Tirupati Life Sciences, Parabolic  Drugs, Indswift Labs, etc.

Kurukshetra University Distance Education

Directorate of Distance Education is the Pioneer Institute of Haryana imparting quality education over the last 35 years. It caters to the academic pursuits of thousands of education seekers who are either deprived of education due to some constraints or those who wish to upgrade their qualifications and competence. Directorate of Distance Education, Kurukshetra University, has one motive, Reaching the Unreached for building the knowledge-society by offering the Quality Education at Learner's Door Step.

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Kurukshetra University Scholarship

The college offers scholarships to deserving students. The scholarships are offered based on some criteria which the students have to fulfill in order to get the required scholarship. The scholarships are mentioned below:

  • The institute has introduced Dr. Radha Krishnan Fund to provide financial help to those research scholars who need financial assistance to continue research work.
  • Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship
  • The institute has introduced Dr. Radha Krishnan Fund to provide financial help to those research scholars who need financial assistance to continue research work.
  • Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship to Ph.D. students
  • Smt. Kiran Yadav Scholarship of INR 1,000 p.m. to a student doing B.Ed. Special Education (Visual Impairment).

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Kurukshetra University Facilities

KUK provides many facilities to the students of the University. Following are the facilities:

  • Lecture theatres
  • Smart classrooms
  • Wi-Fi campus
  • 24 hrs library facility
  • laboratories
  • Hostel accommodation
  • Cafeterias
  • Canteens
  • Swimming pool
  • Gymnasia
  • Bank and ATM

Moreover, the campus is visually beautiful too. KKU has green gardens, water fountains and sidewalks which provide an ideal environment.

Kurukshetra University FAQs

Ques. What is Kurukshetra University CAT cut off for an MBA admission?

Ans. CAT cut off for the MBA program at Kurukshetra University is 50 percentile for the General category.

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Ques. Has the NIRF ranked Kurukshetra University in its 2020 rankings?

Ans. Kurukshetra University is ranked by the NIRF 151th in its Overall ranking for Indian Universities 2020. Earlier, the university was ranked 101th in the same category in 2019 by the NIRF. And, in the same year, the university was ranked 53rd in the Pharmacy list of NIRF 2019.

Ques. How are the hostels of Kurukshetra University?

Ans. Currently, there are 12 hostels for female and 11 hostels for male students. The hostels are well equipped with all modern facilities i.e. 24 hours water supply, Electricity, Separate mess, T.V facility, Tuck shop, 24 hours Security, Common room, Medical facility, etc. The hostel charges for both boys and girls include:

  • Accommodation: INR 15 per month
  • Water Charges: INR 10 per month
  • Electricity Charges: INR 50 per month
  • Fan & Geyser Charges: INR 25 per month
  • Establishment Charges: INR 20 per month
  • Common Room: INR 40 per month
  • Utensils and Furniture: INR 25 per month
  • Dilapidation Fund: INR 15 per month

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Ques. What colleges are considered best for MBA/ PGDM under Kurukshetra University?

Ans. Best MBA/ PGDM colleges affiliated to Kurukshetra University are:

  • Dronacharya Institute of Management and Technology- Read More
  • Tilak Raj Chadha Institute of Management and Technology- Read More
  • Maharaj Agrasen Institute of Management and Technology- Read More
  • Geeta Engineering College- Read More
  • Haryana Engineering College- Read More

Ques. What documents are to be attached along with the application form?

Ans. Documents required at the time of application form filling are:

  • Self-attested copies of the certificate of the qualifying examination
  • Self-attested copies and marks sheets of class X and XII along with passing certificates
  • Migration & Character Certificate
  • Six passport size color photographs
  • Category Certificate
  • Employment Certificate (if applicable)