What’s the semester cost for CSE?

Total fees per semester range from ₹2.28 L to ₹2.71 L.

Do fees increase annually?

Yes, tuition and service fees normally see small yearly hikes.

Are there scholarships for UPES B.Tech?

Indeed, merit-based scholarships for students with high board, JEE, CUET, or UPESEAT results.

Is hostel mandatory for all students?

No, although there are other options, many students choose to live on campus.

Is UPES worth the cost?

ROI varies; whereas some students report good placements, others get little help from the school.

UPES Dehradun B.Tech Fee Structure 2025: Stream-Wise, Hostel, and Semester-Wise Costs Explained

Dehradun, Uttarakhand ESTD 2003

If you're thinking about joining UPES Dehradun for B.Tech in 2025, it’s smart to start by knowing the fee range and what entrance exams are accepted. Tuition for UPES ranges from around ₹10 lakh up to ₹21 lakh depending on the branch. You'll also need to clear either UPESEAT, JEE Main, or get good marks in board exams/SAT to qualify.

In this article, you'll find:

Entrance options and basic eligibility
Course-wise tuition fees
Hostel and mess charges
Extra academic/admin costs
A realistic 4-year total estimate (hostel included)

Entrance Exams Accepted for UPES B.Tech 2025

UPES gives you multiple routes to get in. It’s handy because if one doesn’t work out, you’ve got options:

UPESEAT: UPES’s engineering test
JEE Main score
Board Merit: based on your Percentage in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Math)
SAT: mostly for students from abroad or international boards

Some specialized branches like CSE, AI/ML, VLSI, and Data Science usually need higher scores, around 60–70 percentile in JEE or 80%+ in boards. Takes a little more effort, but doable.

UPES B.Tech Tuition Fees 2025 (Course-wise)

This is where UPES differs from most: each branch has its fee structure. If you're eyeing something like CSE or AI, be ready to pay more.

Here’s a breakdown of tuition fees per branch for the entire 4 years:

Course	Total Tuition Fee (₹)
B.Tech in Computer Science (CSE)	₹15 – 18 Lakh
B.Tech in Petroleum Engineering	₹12 – 14 Lakh
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering	₹10 – 12 Lakh
B.Tech in VLSI / AI / Data Science	₹18 – 21 Lakh
B.Tech in Fire & Safety Engineering	₹9 – 10.5 Lakh

No tuition table is flat — these are total four-year ranges, and every branch might increase fees slightly each year. The heavy hitters (like AI, Data Science, and VLSI) are naturally priced higher — they come with specialized labs and better placement stats, so that’s expected.

Hostel and Mess Fees at UPES

Most outstation students prefer living on campus. UPES has a mix of AC and non-AC rooms, with different sharing options. Mess food is included in hostel fees, so the breakdown is pretty neat:

Item	Cost (₹)
Hostel Fee (Non-AC, 3/4 sharing)	₹1.70 – ₹1.95 Lakh/year
Hostel Fee (AC, Single/Double)	₹2.00 – ₹2.40 Lakh/year
Mess Charges	Included in hostel fee
One-Time Security Deposit	₹10,000 (Refundable)

Over 4 years, you can expect ₹7 – 9.5 lakh just for accommodation and meals. It's not dirt cheap, but the campus setup is decent — dorms, Wi-Fi, mess, power backup, and enough space to live and study without going loco off-campus.

Other Academic & Admin Costs

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On top of tuition and hostel, UPES has a few recurring costs that most colleges include quietly:

Admission fee (one-time): ₹20,000–₹30,000
Exam, tech & convocation charges: ₹15,000–₹20,000 per year
Industrial visits or project fees: vary by course
Medical insurance, ID card, student welfare, and training fees

These aren't massive individually, but they do collect over four years, so you should budget for about ₹1–2 lakh more across your B.Tech timeline.

Total Estimated Cost of UPES B.Tech (2025–29)

Here’s the real financial picture — a combined look at all expenses over your four-year journey:

Category	Estimate (₹)
Tuition Fee (4 years)	₹10 – ₹21 Lakh
Hostel & Mess (4 years)	₹7 – ₹9.5 Lakh
Extra Academic/Admin Charges	₹1 – ₹2 Lakh
Total (with hostel)	₹18 – ₹32 Lakh

Low-end courses (e.g. Mechanical, Fire & Safety): around ₹18–20 lakh total
High-end courses (e.g. CSE, AI, Data Science): can push up to ₹32 lakh depending on active labs, software, and exposure

Again, flexibility depends on the branch, accommodation type (AC/non-AC), and extras like events, travel, clubs, etc.

Final Thoughts

UPES isn’t for everyone — it's a private university with industry-aligned courses which reflect in fees. But if your aim matches their specialized programs (like Petroleum, AI, or Data Science), and you’re cool with the cost, it might just be a solid move.

Just remember:

Calculate the total 4-year cost, not just the first year.
Check which entrance route suits you best.
Look into scholarships — UPES offers board/JEE merit-based ones that vary by score.
Know what your branch costs, stay flexible about accommodation, and plan for small admin fees too.