About C. U. Shah University
Established in 2013 by Vardhman Bharti Trust in Wadhwan, Surendranagar, C. U. Shah University is a UGC-recognised private university accredited by NAAC and approved by bodies like AICTE, PCI, BCI, NCTE, and INC. Spread over 60 acres along the Surendranagar–Ahmedabad highway, it’s well-connected by road and rai
Programs Offered
Undergraduate (UG)
- B.Tech (4 yrs; streams: CSE, ECE, Mech, Civil, Auto, EEE, Instrumentation) via GUJCET/JEE
- B.Pharm (4 yrs) via GUJCET/JEE.
- B.Sc in IT, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Nursing, Chemistry, Physics, Maths.
- BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA, and integrated law (BA LLB, BCom LLB, LLB).
- Diplomas in Engineering, Nursing, and more
Postgraduate & Research (PG & PhD)
- M.Tech in CSE, ECE, Mechanical via GATE/CET.
- MBA via CMAT.
- M.Sc, M.Com, MA, MCA, LLM, M.Pharm, and other masters.
- PhD across disciplines including Science, Law, Pharmacy, Management
- PG Diploma options in emerging fields.
Fees Overview (1st Year Basics)
- B.Tech: ₹77,800
- M.Tech/MBA: ₹1–1.03 L
- B.Sc/B.Com/BA: ₹17,100–41,100
- Double-degrees and LLB: ₹40,600–56,300
- Pharm/M.Pharm, BCA, MCA: ₹70,300–1.37 L
- PhD: ₹84,500
Admission Path
- B.Tech/B.Pharm: GUJCET/JEE + online form.
- M.Tech: GATE/CET + form.
- MBA: CMAT + selection.
- Other UG/PG: Merit-based via university.
- PhD: Application + entrance/interview.
- Online application: Fill form, upload docs, pay fee, verify & enroll
Campus & Facilities
- Spread across 60 acres including multiple faculties and constituent colleges .
- Infrastructure includes modern lecture halls, labs, computer centre, library, conference & seminar halls
- Hostels: Non-AC rooms for boys and girls, furnished with beds, study tables, Wi‑Fi, security, indoor sports and gym
- Other amenities: Canteen, medical care, auditorium, sports complex, Wi‑Fi, shuttle service.
Placements & Recruiters
- Active Training & Placement Cell offers mock interviews, soft-skills and industrial visits.
- Recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Vodafone, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Asian Paints, Bank of Baroda, Capgemini, Reliance, ICICI Prudential, Adani Group and others
- Students report highest packages up to ₹14 LPA, average around ₹4 LPA
Scholarships & Support
- Merit-cum-means and central/state scholarships.
- Reserved seats for SC/ST/OBC/Defense/Women/Divyang categories.
- Education loans available; deposits are refundable.
Pros & Watchouts
👍 Strengths
- Wide program range: engineering to pharmacy, law to nursing.
- Accredited by multiple statutory bodies.
- Strong placement network.
- Tech-enabled modern campus.
⚠️ Things to Consider
- B.Tech fee is moderate, but total course cost rises across programs.
- Some lesser-known programs may have lower brand recognition.
- Infrastructure is expanding—check latest labs for specialized courses.
Final Thoughts
C. U. Shah University offers a solid mix of professional and mainstream courses with industry recognition and good placement outcomes. Ideal for students from Saurashtra and beyond looking for diverse streams under one roof with modern campus and scholarship support.
