

Parul University was established in 2015 under the Gujarat Private University Act 2009. It is one of the greatest universities, as Parul University ranking was 47 in the top 50 category of the top universities of the country for innovation achievements for 4 years. It is officially recognised as a ‘grade 1’ category university by UGC with a ‘Grant of Grade Autonomy,’ while NAAC has ranked it as a university with an A++ grade; it is, in fact, the youngest university in India to achieve this category of accreditation. The QS Asia University Rankings 2026 have also been very good for this university. Putting it in the 1001st position out of the top 1100 participating universities.
The university has a vast campus spreading across 150 acres of land in an area within the state of Gujarat. This campus is full of all the facilities necessary for conducting the diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral as well as post-doctoral course programmes for the students. Apart from those courses, the university also offers dual degree, industry-embedded, pathway & online programmes for the students. All these courses are offered in different sectors, like engineering, science & management. It provides separate hostel facilities for both boys and girls.
The university is officially recognised by ASSOCHAM for the quality of placements offered at the campus placement drive. The highest package at Parul University Placements was INR 60 LPA. More than 22,000 companies were participating in those placement events, and more than 2500 students were placed here in total on an annual basis. The top recruiters are Reliance, Infosys, L&T, Goldman Sachs, Millennium, Juspay, etc. Parul University NIRF ranking has been great too, all over the years.
Particular | Details |
| University Name | Parul University |
| Mode of Education | Regular (Full-Time, Part-Time) & Online Modes |
| Courses | Diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, industry-embedded, pathway program, dual degree & online programs |
| Departments | Engineering, science & management |
| Courses Offered | MBA, BBA, BSc, & BTech |
| Popular Courses | MBA & BTech |
| Admission Process | Currently Open |
| Recognitions & Accreditations | UGC, NAAC, AICTE, NAAC, DSIR, ACU, GIRF |
| Mode of Admission | Entrance & Merit Basis |
| Main recruiters | Top recruiters include Reliance, Infosys, L&T, Goldman Sachs, Millennium, Juspay, etc. |
| University Type | Private University |
| University Website | https://paruluniversity.ac.in |
Accepts Parul University Admissions applications through its own online admissions portal. Admissions for the upcoming academic session 2026-27 are currently open. The last date to apply for Parul University admission 2026 is 22 May 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early as admissions may close once seats are filled. The general guidelines for admission are as follows:
Diploma admissions are based mainly on high school and intermediate academic scores.
Bachelor's degrees generally require passing marks and entrance exam scores for a merit-based first round, and a personal interview in the final round.
Master's degrees require passing marks at the graduate level in the same streams and entrance test scores for admission.
Doctoral programmes need a minimum of 2 years of research experience with academic qualifications to be eligible for the PhD course admissions.
The applicants need to keep checking the updates available on the official university website to know about the admission-related updates, like dates and counselling. The following table highlights the important information, such as the dates and events applicable for Parul University Waghodia Gujarat.
Events | Dates |
| Admission Process | Currently Open |
| Last date to apply for admissions | 22 May 2026 |
The applicants are selected on the overall score based on the following factors:, academic qualifications, entrance tests & personal Interview (PI) round. Here is an overview of the basic eligibility criteria:
The diploma programmes require applicants to have passed high school with 35% passing marks from a recognised college with English as a chosen subject in the syllabus.
Undergraduate courses need students who have passed intermediate with a minimum of 45% marks in the respective streams from a recognised college.
Postgraduate courses only take in students having at least 45% marks at the graduation level from any recognised university.
Doctoral/postdoctoral programs take students based on 55% minimum marks (for general category candidates) in the master’s level done through any recognised university
Industry-embedded programmes require students to have an academic score of a minimum of 7 CGPA at the intermediate level, no pending fees, no previous visa cancellations and a clear track record with zero misconduct.
The university has provided top-notch placements, both in terms of national and international work opportunities for students studying within the university campus. The top recruiters hiring over the past years are Accenture, HCL, Goldman Sachs, Indigo, PhonePe, Juspay, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Adani, PWC etc.
The national and international recruiters have been hiring on campus for the sectors of engineering, technology, finance, commerce, hospitality and many more. There are many industry collaborations done by the university for the benefit of the enrolled students, and it is providing them with much-needed industry exposure. The industry visits conducted by Parul University Gujarat also allow the students to get real-life working experience, not only in theory but also in practice.
Particular | Details |
| Average Package | INR 4–6 LPA |
| Highest Package | Up to INR 60 LPA |
| Placement Rate | Around 80% |
| Number of Recruiting Companies | 2,200+ recruiters participated |
| Total Students Placed | More than 24,000 students placed |
| Annual Student Placements | Approximately 2,500 students are placed every year |
| Top Recruiters | Accenture, HCL, Goldman Sachs, IndiGo, PhonePe, Juspay, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Adani, PwC |
| Internship Opportunities | Internship opportunities are available for all eligible students |
The university supports students through various methods, including scholarships in different scenarios, like sports, culture and defence sectors. The university offers scholarships based on three private schemes, given as follows:
Category | Medalist / Participants | Tuition Fee and Other Fees | Hostel and Food Fees | Stipend (per month) |
| A+ grade | Top 3 positions (Olympics/Paralympics) | 100% | 100% | 20,000 |
| Top 3 positions – World Cups/Championships (4– year cycle), Asian Games/Para Asian Games (4–year cycle), Commonwealth Games/Commonwealth Games (Para Athletes) (4–year cycle) | 100% | 100% | 20,000 | |
| Top 3 positions – Asian Cups/Asian Championships (4–year cycle), World University Games (Every Two Years) | 100% | 100% | 20,000 | |
| Top 3 positions – Commonwealth Championships (4–year cycle), World University Championship | 100% | 100% | 20,000 | |
| Top 3 positions – Asian Championships (2-year cycle), Asian Championships (held annually), Commonwealth Championships (2-year cycle), Commonwealth Championships (held annually), World Cup/World Championship conducted by IPC (2 Years cycle) or annually | 100% | 100% | 20,000 | |
| Top 3 positions – Participation in Asian Championships (2-year cycle), Asian Championships (held annually), Commonwealth Championships (2-year cycle), Commonwealth Championships (held annually), World Cup/World Championship conducted by IPC (2-year cycle) or annually | 100% | 100% | 20,000 | |
| A grade | Top 3 in Maka Games – Medal in Khelo India University Games, All India Inter–University, Senior National, Khelo India Youth Games | 100% | 100% | Bronze-3500 Silver-40000 Gold-4500 |
| Participating in Non-Maka Games-West/Southwest West Zone Inter–University Games (First 3 Positions), Khelo India Youth National Games | 100% | 50% | 50% | |
| B+ grade | Participating in Maka Games-West/South West Zone Inter–University Games (First 3 Positions), Khelo India Youth National Games | 100% | 50% | NA |
| Participating in Non-Maka Games-Medal in Khelo India University Games, All India Inter–University, Senior National, Khelo India Youth Games | 100% | 50% | NA | |
| B grade | Top 3 in Junior National, SGFI, State | 50% | NA | NA |
This scholarship scheme is eligible for the campus students who have brought glory within the field of cultural activities like dance, drama, music, painting, sculpture, etc.
Parul University offers scholarships in the form of tuition fee waivers to those students who participate and get awarded (1st prize, 2nd prize, gold medal, silver medal, etc.) at different levels, as given below:
District Level - 25% of the tuition fees
State Level – 50% of the tuition fees
Zonal Level – 75% of the tuition fees
National/International Level – 100% of the Tuition fees
The university offers many scholarships for the defence personnel’s family members (enrolled students who are family members of army personnel or gallantry award recipients) as given below:
Classification | Scholarship |
| Recipients of Gallantry awards- (Paramvir Chakra, Ashok Chakra, Mahavir Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Veer Chakra2-year, Shaurya Chakra and Sena Medal/NauSena Medal/Vayu Sena Medal). | 40% of the tuition fee |
| Recipients of any Gallantry awards | 30% of the tuition fee |
| Family member of any dead military personnel killed during the service period | 50% of the tuition fee |
| Family members of gallantry award recipients | 40% of the tuition fee |
| Family member of any serving/retired military personnel | 30% of the tuition fee |

