Shoolini University, Solan
The private institution Shoolini institution, Solan was established in 2009. PCI, AICTE, BCI, and UGC have all granted Shoolini University their consent. The university has ISO certification and an NAAC B++ grade for accreditation. Among all Indian universities, University is placed 73rd in the NIRF Rankings 2023. In the 2024 QS World University Rankings and The World University Rankings, University is ranked as the top private university in India. UG, graduate, and doctoral degrees in management science, science, law, agriculture, food technology, engineering, design, liberal arts, and other subjects are available at the university. University also provides programs for distance learning and online learning.
University Highlights
Established | 2009 |
University Type | Private |
Approved by | AICTE | PCI | BCI | UGC |
Entrance Exam | National: CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ GPAT/ JEE Main/ CLAT/ JRF/ NET/ SRF/ GATE/ NEET |
State: HPCET/ HPCLAT/ HPCMAT | |
Accredited by | NBA | NAAC with ‘B++’ Grade |
Courses Offered | UG, PG & Ph.D |
Application Mode | Fees | Online & Offline | INR 1750 |
Official Website | https://shooliniuniversity.com/ |
University Rankings of University
According to the QS World University Rankings 2024, University is the top private university in India. Furthermore, according to the NIRF Rankings 2023, It is ranked between 101 and 150 overall. The following contains more information on University Rankings:
Ranking | Category | Rank |
QS World University Rankings 2024 | Private University in India | 1 |
International Faculty in India | 5 | |
Private University in India for Citations per Faculty | 1 | |
Private University in India for Employer Reputation | 5 | |
THE World University Rankings 2024 | Indian Private Universities | Ranked 501-600 |
QS Sustainability Rankings 2024 | Environmental Sustainability (India) | 5 |
Environmental Sustainability(Globally) | 12 | |
NIRF Rankings 2023 | Overall | 101 -150 |
Universities | 73 | |
Pharmaceutical Sciences | 41 | |
Engineering | 101 - 150 | |
THE IMPACT Rankings 2023 | Global University | Top 200 |
Business Today (BT) 2023 | Top B-Schools | 88 |
Schimago Rank | Agriculture and Biological Science | 61 |
Food Science | 41 | |
Energy | 15 | |
Plant Science | 39 | |
Physics, Chemistry and Astronomy | 1 | |
Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Pharmaceutics | 69 | |
Engineering | 12 |
Shoolini University Rankings by QS I-Gauge
Recognitions & Accreditations shoolini University
Courses at University
Engineering, pharmacy, science, management, law, liberal arts, and other fields are among the UG, graduate, and doctoral programs offered at University. The cost of an MBA at University is between INR 442,000 and INR 470,000 for the first year, while the fees of MCA is between INR 115,000 and INR 175,000. Additionally, University charges INR 125,000 to INR 185,000 for first-year BBA students and INR 135,000 for first-year BCA students. The fees of the B.Tech program at University varies based on the student's selected specialization, ranging from INR 185,000 to INR 265,000. The following table lists the course specifics for Shoolini University:
Course | Specialization | Eligibility |
B.Tech | Advanced Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence (Summit Research Program), Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Biotechnology (Research) Summit Research Program, Civil Engineering, CSE (Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security), Embedded Systems, Optical Communication), Electrical Engineering (IoT), Food Technology, Food Technology (Agriculture), Food Technology with Summit Research Program, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics | 12th with minimum 60% aggregate marks Obtained valid marks in JEE/ NEET/ SAT or Shoolini University’s multiple-choice entrance test |
B.Pharm | General | 12th with PCB/ PCM with minimum 65% aggregate marks |
Obtained valid marks in JEE/ NEET/ SAT or University’s multiple-choice entrance test, faculty interaction | ||
Semester Fee: INR 72,500 (HP) | INR 86,500 (Non HP) | ||
BA (Hons.) | Economics & Finance, English, History, Political Science, Psychology and Counselling | 12th with minimum 55% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT or Shoolini University’s multiple-choice entrance test |
BA | Journalism and Mass Communication, Yoga, General | 12th with minimum 55% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT or Shoolini University’s multiple-choice entrance test |
BBA | General, Aviation and Management, Computer Science & Entrepreneurship | 12th with minimum 55% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT/or University's multiple-choice entrance test, and faculty interaction |
BCA | AI & ML, Gaming & Graphics, Full Stack Developer, UI/UX | 12th with minimum 55% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT/or University's multiple-choice entrance test, and faculty interaction |
B.Sc (Hons.) | Biotechnology, Microbiology, Food Technology | 12th with atleast one science subject and minimum 55% aggregate marks |
B.Sc (Hons.) | Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Zoology, Agriculture, Tourism and Travel Management | 12th discipline with minimum 55% aggregate marks |
B.Sc | Nutrition and Dietetics, Yoga, Ancient Indian Wisdom and Yoga, Microbiology (Research) | 12th with minimum 50% aggregate marks |
Hospitality and Hotel Administration | 12th with minimum 55% aggregate marks | |
(2+2 University of Melbourne) International collaboration/industry collaboration | 12th with minimum 70% aggregate marks | |
LLB | Graduation with minimum 55% marks | |
B.Com (Hons.) | 12th with minimum 50% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT or Shoolini University’s multiple-choice entrance test, faculty interaction | |
Integrated B.sc Hons., M.sc Biotech | 12th with PCM/ PCB with minimum 50% aggregate marks Obtained valid marks in JEE/ NEET/ HPCET | |
Integrated B.Sc Hons M.Sc Micro | 12th with PCM/ PCB with minimum 50% aggregate marks Obtained valid marks in JEE/ NEET/ HPCET | |
LLM | LLB/ BALLB with minimum 55% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in SAT/CLAT/ GMAT or Shoolini University's multiple-choice entrance test, and faculty interaction | |
M.Tech | Biotechnology, Civil Engineering, CSE, ECE, Energy Technology, Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering | Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks |
M.Pharm | Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy | B.Pharm with minimum 55% aggregate marks |
MA | English Literature, Journalism, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology | Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in Shoolini University's entrance test, and faculty interaction |
MBA | General, Digital, International Relations | Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks |
MCA | AI, Cloud Computing, DevOps | BCA/ B.Sc/ B.Com/ BA degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects at 12th level or at graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks in graduation + Obtained valid marks in Shoolini University's multiple-choice entrance test |
M.Sc | Agriculture, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Data Analysis, Environmental Sciences, Food Technology, Mathematics, Microbiology, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physics, Yoga | Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate marks + Obtained a valid score in Shoolini University's multiple-choice entrance test |
Ph.D | Biotechnology, Botany/ Env Sciences, Chemistry, Civil, CSE, Disaster Management, ECE, Economics, Energy, English, Food Technology, Genetics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Microbiology, Mathematics, Management, Legal Sciences, Data Science, Mechanical, Pharma, Political Science, Psychology, Water Management, Yoga, Environmental Sciences, Zoology | PG with minimum 55% aggregate marks |
Placements at University
With 100% placement rates, University offers assistance with student placements. The maximum package offered was INR 42 LPA, and University has placed almost 5000 students. Major corporations including Hindustan Unilever, L'Oréal, Deloitte, Mercer, Adani, Accenture, Airtel, Genpact, and others participate in the placement drive at university. See the 2024 NIRF Report for information on the median package offered:
Course | Median Salary |
BE/B.Tech | INR 4.00 LPA |
M.Tech | INR 3.00 LPA |
MBA | INR 7.50 LPA |
LLM | INR 3.00 LPA |
B.Pharm | INR 2.60 LPA |
M.Pharm | NR 3.20 LPA |
QS Asia institution Rankings (citations per paper) rank university as India's top research institution. Having submitted more than 1300 patents to date, University has an H-Index of >115. Ideally situated in the tranquil Himalayas, University has focused its research efforts on the remarkable Himalayas. The campus is a member of the Himalayan University Consortium (HUC) and has several Centers of Excellence with it.
University is an important bridge between Indian and international colleges interested in studying the rich flora of the Himalayas, thanks to its impressive portfolio of more than 100 patents exclusively devoted to Himalayan plants. The goal of the university's research is to support the Himalayan region's sustainable and economic growth.
On campus, University has created ten Centers of Excellence. These facilities are committed to carrying out important research that has the potential to greatly improve the environment and the quality of life in the local community.
Facilities at University
Library: The Yogananda Library is located in a famous, award-winning structure. With over 9,000 e-journals and around 3 million book titles in both print and digital formats from the USA-based EBSCO and DELNET databases, the library is well-stocked. A plethora of knowledge is available 24/7 at this learning center.
With 200 seats, the APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium was inaugurated by the visionary himself and is a flexible venue for conferences, workshops, and guest lectures. There is also an Open Air Theater, Peter Drucker Hall, and Ratan Tata Hall at Shoolini University. The audience can enjoy a top-notch audiovisual experience at the university Cineplex.
Amphitheatre: The university community can gather in a great setting at the amphitheater, which has more than 500 seats. For a range of stage shows, including musical concerts, cultural events, outdoor festival celebrations, and theatrical productions, students and teachers gather here.
Hostel: University students live in 7 exquisitely designed dorms, one for each gender. The university provides every amenity required to improve the educational experience. In addition to free Wi-Fi, the hostels have common areas, study spaces, TV rooms, table tennis, chess, carrom boards, and hangout zones. Moreover, there is a 200-seat movie theater, 24-hour caretakers for regular medical needs and emergencies, a medical center with ambulance support, a unisex salon, snack and beverage vending machines, and laundry facilities. More than 2000 students live on campus each year in state-of-the-art residence halls. Of these, there are roughly 900 boys and 1100 girls.
University Faculty
Talented and committed intellectuals from around the country and the world are drawn to the faculty at Shoolini University. They are highly respected for their professional and academic credentials and hail from the world's top universities. Chancellor Prof. PK Khosla graduated from Oxford University with a postdoctoral degree. In addition to serving as the Vice Chancellor of Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University (HPAU), he was previously the Himachal Pradesh Government's Senior Advisor of Biotechnology. In addition, he has edited 12 books and authored 150 papers.
The Indian Institute of Sciences, the Indian School of Business, the University of California (Berkley), the Indian Institute of Health (USA), and other prestigious universities are home to other academic members.
Hostel Fees 2024
Mess and limited laundry charges are included in the cost of the Shoolini University Hostel. Additional information is provided below:
GIRLS HOSTELS:
Occupancy Type | One-time Security Deposit | Semester Hostel Fee | 1st semester Hostel Fee Payable |
Shoolini Residences Shoolini Village | |||
Double occupancy (heated + attached washroom) | 6400 | 86,570 | 92,970 |
International Hostel | 6,400 | 77,704 | 84,104 |
Triple occupancy | 6,400 | 61,919 | 68,319 |
Quadruple occupancy | 6,400 | 57,486 | 63,886 |
BOYS HOSTEL:
Occupancy Type | One-time Security Deposit | Semester Hostel Fee | 1st semester Hostel Fee Payable |
Shoolini Residences/ Shoolini Village | 6,400 | 86,570 | 92,970 |
Double occupancy heated attached washroom | 6,400 | 86,570 | 92,970 |
International Hostel | 6,400 | 77,704 | 84,104 |
Triple occupancy | 6,400 | 71,753 | 78,153 |
Double occupancy | 6,400 | 66,589 | 72,989 |
College Name | Shoolini University |
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Institute Type | Private |
Established In | 2009 |
Distance Mode | NO |
Courses Offered | 22 |
NAAC Approved | NAAC Grade B++ |