HPU Online Courses 2025

The BCom programme offered at Himachal Pradesh University has received good reviews from alumni and students in terms of placements, infrastructure and quality of teaching. According to the verified Shiksha Reviews,  students have left the following HPU BCom reviews:

• The highest salary package offered is INR 9 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is INR 3 LPA. About 31% of students got internships. 
• There are many facilities at our college. It has a biology lab, a chemistry lab, a physics lab, a botanical lab, a conference room. The quality of the food is very good. Medical facilities are average.
• Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is good.
• Events happen almost every month so students can show off their talents, campus crowd is good.

Himachal Pradesh University BA admission is entirely merit-based for the academic year 2024 and candidates seeking admission to the BA at HPU must qualify the Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board. Therefore, Class 12 marks are enough for admission to the BA programme. 

Himachal Pradesh University Shimla conducts an entrance exam for B.Ed admission. The minimum qualifying marks in the entrance test is 35% (53 out of 150). That means, aspirants must get at least 53 questions correct for getting admission to B.Ed programme. 

There is relaxation in the cutoff requirement for SC/ ST/ Physically Handicapped candidates. There is 5% relaxation for SC/ ST/ OBC/ Physically Handicapped candidates. Candidates need to get 30 questions correct out of 150. 

 Below is the age criteria for candidates applying for BAMS at HPU:

• He/ She must complete age of 17 years at the time of admission or will complete the age on or before 31st December of the year of his/her admission to the first year BAMS course.
• The upper age limit is 25 years as on the date of examination with relaxation of five years for candidates belonging to OBC-NCL/SC/ST category and Persons entitled for reservation under the Right of persons with Disabilities Act 2016. 

Himachal Pradesh University Cutoff 2024 has been concluded for admission to the MD courses, on the basis of candidates' performance in the NEET PG exam. As per the NEET PG exam cutoff list, the cutoff ranks for various MD courses closed at a range of 493 and 70375, for the General All India category candidates. The Cutoff was released for different categories under the All India quota. candidates can check the detailed category-wise cutoff ranks for HPU Cutoff 2024 on this page.

Himachal Pradesh University NEET MDS cutoff 2024 was out for various MDS courses. The Cutoff was released in the form of opening and closing ranks for different categories under the All India quota. Candidates can check the HPU 2024 Cutoff for the General All India category candidates in the table below:

Yes, UIT under Himachal Pradesh University offers full-tuition fee waiver to six candidates (3 to students with annual income less than INR 2.5 Lacs per annum, 2 to meritorious girls and 1 to Physically Challenged) in each Engineering branch as per AICTE norms. Further, all the physically challenged candidates are exempted from all kinds of fee whatsoever (except refundable security deposit).

{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.

Yes, HPU offers three-year BA at the UG level through Department of Evening Studies. The BA programme is divided into six semesters. Besides, the university also offers three-year BA and BA (Hons) courses through more than 150 affiliated colleges. HPU also offers BA programme in distance education mode through International Centre for Distance Education and Open Learning. Candidates should have passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam in four written subjects (including English) with at least 33% aggregate to apply for HPU BA programme.

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