Overview
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University (DBRAU), Agra is a premier NAAC ‘A+’ accredited state public university, approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), located in the historic city of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1927 as Agra University and later renamed in honour of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, it is one of North India’s oldest and most respected centres of higher learning, securing a position in the 51–100 rank band among state public universities in the NIRF 2025 rankings.
The university’s greatest highlight is its massive academic footprint — it offers 50+ degree programmes across 1,400+ courses at diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, through its main campus at Paliwal Park, Agra, one constituent college, and a strong network of 200+ affiliated colleges spread across the Agra division, including districts like Mathura, Aligarh, Firozabad, Hathras, Etah, and Mainpuri. Its specializations span Engineering & Technology, Pharmacy, Management, Computer Applications, Law, Education, Arts, Humanities, Commerce, Science, and Social Sciences.
DBRAU is widely recognised for making quality education affordable and inclusive, with annual fees for most regular UG and PG courses ranging from just a few thousand rupees, while professional programmes such as B.Tech, B.Pharma, MBA, and MCA are offered at highly competitive total tuition fees. Admissions are merit-based and entrance-driven, accepting scores of CUET, JEE Main, NEET, CAT/MAT/CMAT, and university-level entrance tests.
With dedicated departmental placement cells, active scholarship support (including national and state-level schemes for SC/ST, minority, and differently-abled students), experienced faculty, and a legacy of nearly a century, DBRAU Agra continues to empower students from every socio-economic background. Its central location — close to Raja Ki Mandi railway station and Agra Airport — adds to its accessibility, making it a trusted destination for higher education in Uttar Pradesh.
Rankings
- NIRF 2025: Ranked in the 51–100 band under the State Public Universities category.
- NAAC Accreditation: Accredited with ‘A+’ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council.
- UGC Recognition: Approved and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as a State University of Uttar Pradesh.
- India Today: Featured among top-ranked state universities for Science stream (ranked around #108 in its category in recent editions).
- NIRF Data Submissions: Regularly submits institutional data to NIRF (Institute ID: IR-O-U-0509), reflecting transparency in graduation outcomes and research.
- Legacy: One of the oldest universities in Uttar Pradesh, established in 1927.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees (Approx.) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, ECE, EE, ME, Civil) | ₹1.65 – 2.80 Lakh | 10+2 with PCM, 50% marks + JEE Main/CUET |
| B.Pharma | ₹2.80 – 3.00 Lakh | 10+2 with PCM/PCB, 50% marks + CUET/NEET |
| BCA | ₹1.2 – 1.8 Lakh | 10+2 from a recognized board |
| BBA | ₹1.2 – 1.5 Lakh | 10+2 with 50% marks, English compulsory |
| B.Sc (Hons/Programme) | ₹25,000 – 60,000 | 10+2 with Science stream, 50% marks |
| BA (Hons/Programme) | ₹18,000 – 31,000 | 10+2 in any stream, 45–50% marks |
| B.Com (Hons/Programme) | ₹30,000 – 40,000 | 10+2 with Commerce or equivalent, 45% marks |
| B.Ed / B.P.Ed / B.Lib.I.Sc | ₹40,000 – 80,000 | Graduation in relevant discipline |
| LL.B / BA LL.B (via affiliated colleges) | ₹30,000 – 50,000 | 10+2 (BA LL.B) or Graduation (LL.B) with 45% |
| MBA | ₹1.3 – 2.0 Lakh | Graduation with 50% + CAT/MAT/CMAT/CUET-PG |
| MCA | ₹1.5 – 1.8 Lakh | Graduation with Maths + CUET-PG |
| M.Tech | ₹90,000 – 1.20 Lakh | B.Tech/BE + GATE |
| M.Sc | ₹25,000 – 80,000 | B.Sc in relevant subject with 50% marks |
| MA | ₹13,000 – 50,000 | Bachelor’s degree with 45–50% marks |
| M.Com | ₹25,000 – 35,000 | B.Com with 45% marks |
| M.Pharma | ₹1.2 – 1.6 Lakh | B.Pharma with 55% marks |
| PG Diploma (PGDCA, ML & AI, Web Dev, etc.) | ₹15,000 – 40,000 | Graduation in relevant discipline |
| Ph.D (All disciplines) | ₹25,000 – 1.20 Lakh | Master’s degree with 55% + UGC-NET/Entrance |
Placements
- NIRF 2025 Placement Highlights: A total of 210 UG (3-year) and 197 UG (4-year) students were placed, along with 65 PG (1-year) and 498 PG (2-year) students at the postgraduate level.
- Average Package: Approximately ₹2 – 5 LPA, with professional courses such as B.Tech (CSE) averaging around ₹4–5 LPA.
- Highest Package: Top offers have gone up to around ₹7 LPA (higher packages reported in CSE branch by recruiters like Infosys, Microsoft, and Tata).
- Placement Rate: Around 50% overall, with higher placement percentages in professional programmes like MBA, MCA, B.Tech, and Pharmacy.
- Recruiting Companies: TCS, Genpact, HCL Technologies, Infosys, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra, Reliance Jio, Swiggy, Teleperformance, and leading pharma and FMCG firms.
- Placement Cell: Active departmental placement cells organise job fairs, campus drives, soft-skills training, personality development workshops, and industry expert sessions throughout the year.
- Internships: Students secure internships with pharmaceutical companies (Cipla, Dr. Reddy’s, Biocon), banks, media houses, and local industries, often converting into pre-placement offers.
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