UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies), established in 2003, is a private university in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It is recognized by UGC, holds NAAC “A” grade accreditation. NBA-approved engineering programs like B.Tech and M.Tech are offered in Mechanical. Electrical, Energy, Civil, and Sustainability Engineering through the School of Advanced Engineering (SoAE). 

Students have access to technologically advanced labs, including a structural lab and, geotechnical lab. The emphasis of the university is to provide hands-on learning. Thus, it is ranked as 43 in the engineering category by NIRF 2025. This is because of the faculty is research-oriented and considered the best globally. Young minds are nurtured by the finest professors. 

UPES is known for unmatched global opportunities. This considers the Global Pathway Program with the University of Queensland, Australia, the University of Aberdeen, UK, and the University of Edinburgh, UK. The support is offered to learners through international internships and a semester exchange program. 

The placement cell of UPES is a valuable asset to the university. Actively participating in developing the skills among learners so companies can find the right candidates to achieve their targets. The top recruiters are the Adani, Boring, Ericsson, and Halliburton are among the list. Thus, ambitious and aspiring students are offered guidance, and it is proven as the first indian university awarded 5 stars on employability by the globally acclaimed QS Rating.  

To encourage the learners, UPES is motivating students and promoting talent through various scholarships. Various scholarships granted to applicants are entry-level scholarships, alumni scholarships,  Vijay scholarships, and Jyoti scholarships to name a few. 

When it comes to campus, it is spread over 44 acres. Therefore, students can live a vibrant campus life by participating in cultural events, infrastructure support for differently abled students, and hostel facilities.