Diploma in Tourist Guide 

offered by HPU

HPU fee is different for different courses. However, the components of fee remain same for all the programmes offered by the university. Some are one-time paid such as caution deposit, library deposit and admission fee. Find below HPU fee for top courses:

Course Name	Total Tuition Fee
MBA	INR 4,800 - INR 1.4 lakh
BAMS	INR 1.7 Lacs - INR 3.1 lakh
B.Ed	INR 19,200 - INR 2.4 lakh
BA	INR 1,800 - INR 78,000
MSc	INR 2,400 - INR 1.8 lakh

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Himachal Pradesh University is recognised by UGC and NAAC. Also, HPU has a total of 7 institutes which include the Department of Evening Studies, HPU Business School, University Institute of Technology, HPU College of Business Studies, University Institute of Legal Studies, Institute of Tribal Studies, Institute of Vocational Studies. Since, it is a public state university, the programme fee is very less. 

Taking admission in HPU will also provide placement opportunities to students. The university conducts placement drive every year. According to Himachal Pradesh University NIRF report 2024, the median package offered during HPU Shimla BTech and MBA placements 2023 stood at INR 4 LPA and INR 5.5 LPA, respectively.

The eligibility requirement for HPU UG courses is a minimum of Class 12. However, graduation is required for PG courses. Below is course-wise HPU eligibility for top programmes:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
MBA	Bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST candidates)
BA	Class 12 or an equivalent exam with at least 33% aggregate
B.Ed	Bachelor's degree (Medical/ Non-Medical/ Commerce/ Arts) or master's degree in Science/ Social Sciences/ Humanities/ Commerce or bachelor's in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Mathematics with at least 55% aggregate or 5.51 CGPA or Grade B+ (45% aggregate or 4.51 CGPA for SC/ ST/ OBC/ Physically Handicapped candidates)
BAMS	Class 12 or its equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology which shall include a practical test in science subjects & English individually and must have obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST/ OBC)
MSc	Bachelor's degree of a University established by law in India (with the subject of study for MSc as one of the subjects) in 2nd Division or with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate in case of SC/ST candidates) or Honours in the subject concerned
BTech	Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics and any other elective subjects with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
BCom	Class 12 or equivalent with Maths/ Economics as a compulsory subject

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

After analyzing the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of what they have to say:

Pros:

* Knowledgeable faculty: Most reviewers praised the professors' knowledge and willingness to help students.
* Good infrastructure: The campus has modern amenities like Wi-Fi, smart classrooms, and a large library.
* Cultural activities: The university hosts cultural festivals and encourages students to participate in various competitions.
* High placement rate: Around 80% of students in the reviewer's batch got placed, although some may require additional qualifications.
* Affordable fees: With a relatively low annual fee of INR20,000, many students found it feasible to pursue the course.

Cons:

* Teaching methodology: Some reviewers felt that the teaching style could use improvement, suggesting more innovative approaches like using projectors.
* Limited direct placements: While most students got placed, some noted that these opportunities might arise outside of the college's efforts.

Verdict: Pursuing an M.A. at HPU seems worth considering, particularly for those interested in the field of English literature. Although some areas could use improvement, the university's strong faculty, good infrastructure, and affordable fees make it an attractive option. However, students should be aware that limited direct placements may exist, and they might need to explore alternative career paths or further education.

Himachal Pradesh University conducts entrance exam for some of the courses. National-level entrance exams are accepted for Medical courses. Below are the entrance exam accepted for top HPU programmes:

Course Name	Accepted Entrance Exam
MBA	HPU MAT
B.Ed	HPU Entrance Exam
BAMS	NEET
MSc	HPU Entrance Exam