Overview


Noida International University (NIU), Greater Noida is a UGC-approved private university accredited with NAAC A+ grade, holding a 3.44 CGPA — a rare distinction among young private universities in Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2010 under the U.P. Legislature Act No. 27 of 2010, the university is spread across a lush 75-acre residential campus on the Yamuna Expressway, offering a serene, fully wi-fi enabled learning environment just minutes from Delhi NCR.
NIU’s biggest highlight is its truly international character — students from over 64 countries study on campus, and the university has active academic collaborations with institutions in Malaysia, Canada, Uzbekistan and other nations. Its academic umbrella covers 12 schools of study, including Engineering & Technology, Business Management, Law, Medicine (NIIMS), Pharmacy, Nursing, Sciences, Journalism & Mass Communication, Education, and Design, offering 150+ UG, PG, diploma and doctoral programmes.
For students seeking career-ready education, NIU offers industry-linked programmes in collaboration with IBM, HCL GUVI and Ola, covering hot specialisations like AI & ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Robotics and Semiconductor Technology. The on-campus NIIMS Medical Centre with 650+ beds gives medical and nursing students hands-on clinical exposure from day one. Admissions are merit-based, with accepted entrance exams including JEE Main, CUET, CLAT, CAT, MAT and the university’s own NSAT.
NIU is also one of the most affordable NAAC A+ universities in NCR, with scholarships of up to 100% tuition waiver based on academic merit, JEE/CUET scores, sports achievements and need. With modern hostels, sports facilities, a central library and a dedicated placement cell recording packages up to ₹43 LPA, NIU Greater Noida stands out as a value-driven destination for students across India and abroad.
Rankings
- NAAC A+ Accredited with a CGPA of 3.44 — one of the highest among private universities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Ranked #81 out of 160 in the IIRF 2024 Overall Category (improved from #104 in 2023).
- Featured in NIRF rankings, with the Pharmacy programme ranked among the top 40 in its category and Engineering also listed.
- Holder of a Gold rating from QS I-Gauge, recognising overall educational quality.
- Approved and recognised by UGC, AICTE, BCI, PCI, INC, NCTE and COA; a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
- Received accolades from industry bodies such as ASSOCHAM for excellence in higher education.
- Attracts students from 64+ countries, making it one of India’s most internationalised campuses.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / Mechanical / Civil / Electrical) | ₹5.69 L – ₹7.08 L | 10+2 with PCM, 50% + JEE Main/CUET |
| B.Tech CSE (AI & ML / Data Science / Cyber Security) | ₹7.47 L – ₹7.84 L | 10+2 with PCM, 50% + JEE Main/CUET |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | ₹5.25 L – ₹6.23 L | Diploma/B.Sc. with 50% |
| BCA (Data Science with HCL GUVI) | ₹4.56 L | 10+2 with 50% |
| BBA / BBA (Aviation, Hospital Mgmt.) | ₹4.88 L | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.Com (Hons.) / B.Com with ACCA | ₹3.31 L – ₹3.73 L | 10+2 with 50% |
| BA LLB (Hons.) / BBA LLB (IBM Certified) | ₹6.16 L – ₹6.62 L | 10+2 with 50% + CLAT/CUET |
| LLB (3 Years) / LLM (1 Year) | ₹1.12 L / ₹2.26 L | Graduation 50% (LLB); LLB for LLM |
| BA (JMC) / MA (JMC) | ₹3.48 L / ₹1.59 L | 10+2 50% / Graduation 50% |
| B.Sc Nursing / BPT / BMLT & Allied Health | ₹1.32 L – ₹2.23 L | 10+2 with PCB, 50% |
| B.Pharm / D.Pharm | ₹7.40 L / ₹1.80 L (approx.) | 10+2 with PCB, 50% |
| MBA (Marketing, Finance, HR, Analytics, IB) | ₹6.70 L | Graduation 50% + CAT/MAT/XAT |
| M.Tech (CSE / Biotech / Electrical) | ₹1.63 L | B.Tech with 50% + GATE |
| M.Sc (Biotech, Microbiology, IT, Forensic, CS) | ₹1.65 L | Graduation 50% in relevant subject |
| MCA | ₹2.53 L | Graduation 50% (Maths at 10+2/UG) |
| MA (English, Psychology, Education, IR) | ₹0.89 L – ₹1.30 L | Graduation 50% + CUET PG/NSAT |
| Diploma (Engineering / Aviation / Hospitality) | ₹1.69 L – ₹2.19 L | 10+2 / 10th as applicable |
| Ph.D (all schools) | ₹3.92 L (full course) | Master’s degree with 55% |
Placements
- Overall placement rate of approximately 78% in the 2024 placement drive.
- Highest package offered: ₹43 LPA, with the average package ranging between ₹4.5 – ₹5 LPA.
- School of Business Management recorded around 81% placements, with an MBA average package of about ₹5 LPA.
- School of Engineering & Technology recorded approximately 75% placements; CSE average package is around ₹5 LPA.
- Prominent recruiters include Infosys, Capgemini, Cognizant, Paytm, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank, Max Healthcare, Apollo Hospitals, SpiceJet and Just Dial.
- Industry-linked programmes with IBM, HCL and Ola provide internship pipelines and project-based hiring opportunities.
- Nursing and allied-health students benefit from direct clinical placement exposure through the on-campus NIIMS 650+ bedded hospital.
- A dedicated placement and training cell organises aptitude training, mock interviews, resume workshops and campus drives from the pre-final semester onward.


