Overview


Sharda University, Agra is a UGC-approved private university and one of the most fast-growing institutions in Uttar Pradesh. An extension of the renowned Sharda Group of Institutions, the university carries forward a legacy of academic excellence with AICTE and PCI approvals for its technical and pharmacy programmes. Spread across a sprawling green campus at Keetham on the Agra–Delhi Highway (NH-19), the university offers a safe, modern and well-equipped learning environment with advanced laboratories, smart classrooms, hostels, sports facilities and a dedicated students’ activity centre.
The university offers 62+ programmes at UG, PG and doctoral levels across 16+ specialisations, with particular strength in Engineering & Technology, Computer Science & IT, Pharmacy, Management, Commerce, Applied Sciences, Agriculture and Design. Popular programmes include B.Tech (CSE, AI & ML, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology), BCA, MCA, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, BBA, B.Com (with ACCA), MBA, B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. programmes, all available in full-time and part-time modes. Admissions are through merit and entrance tests such as SUAT, JEE Main, CUET, MAT, CAT and XAT.
With an annual seat intake of 700+ students, Sharda University Agra maintains strong industry linkage through 116+ functional MOUs and collaborations, including partnerships with ACCA, L&T EduTech, Wadhwani Foundation and the Airports Authority of India. The dedicated placement cell has hosted 350+ recruiters with an average package of around ₹4.5 LPA and the highest package of ₹10 LPA, with recruiters including TCS, HCL, Wipro, IBM, Genpact, Cognizant, Amazon, ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank. Affordable fees (total tuition ranging roughly between ₹53,000 and ₹11.9 lakh depending on the programme), merit-based scholarships, SC/ST fee facilitation through the state welfare department and EMI-based fee payment make quality education accessible. Strategically located just 18 km from Bhagwan Talkies with excellent rail and road connectivity, Sharda University Agra is a preferred destination for students seeking career-oriented education in the Agra region.
Rankings
- Approvals: Approved by UGC (University Grants Commission) as a private university.
- AICTE Approved: Technical programmes (B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA) approved by the All India Council for Technical Education.
- PCI Approved: Pharmacy programmes (B.Pharm, M.Pharm, D.Pharm) approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
- NIRF: Being a young institution (established in 2021), it is yet to feature in the NIRF top rankings band; the university actively participates in NIRF data submission.
- Legacy: Part of the Sharda Group of Institutions, which has been placing students since 1996 with placement rates between 65% and 100% across its institutions.
- Collaborations: 116+ functional MOUs/collaborations including ACCA (UK), L&T EduTech, Wadhwani Foundation, Airports Authority of India and Global Drone Hub.
- Memberships: Recognised member bodies and industry-academia partnerships across IT, pharma, banking and aviation sectors.
Courses & Fees
| Course | Total Tuition Fees (approx.) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, AI & ML, ECE, EE, ME, CE, Biotech) | ₹2.45 L – ₹7.32 L | 10+2 with PCM, 50% aggregate; JEE Main/CUET/SUAT |
| M.Tech | ₹1.2 L – ₹2 L | B.Tech/B.E. in relevant field, 50%; GATE/SUAT |
| BCA | ₹1.5 L – ₹2 L | 10+2 with 50%, Mathematics/IT background |
| MCA | ₹1.5 L – ₹2.2 L | Graduation with 50%, Mathematics at 10+2/UG; SUAT |
| B.Sc. (AI, Cyber Security, Data Science, Agriculture, Physics, Maths) | ₹1.51 L – ₹4.12 L | 10+2 with 50% (PCM/PCB) |
| M.Sc. (Agriculture & others) | ₹1 L – ₹2.5 L | Relevant bachelor’s degree, 50% marks |
| B.Pharm | ₹5.48 L | 10+2 with PCM/PCB, 50% |
| M.Pharm | ₹2.2 L | B.Pharm with 50% |
| D.Pharm | ₹1.2 L | 10+2 with PCM/PCB, 45% |
| BBA | ₹2.5 L – ₹3.5 L | 10+2 with 50%, Commerce/Maths preferred |
| B.Com (with ACCA) | ₹3.5 L – ₹4.5 L | 10+2 with 50%, Commerce/Maths |
| MBA / MBA (CII) / EMBA | ₹2.88 L – ₹4.67 L | Graduation 50%; CAT/MAT/XAT/SUAT |
| B.Des (Fashion & Interior Design) | ₹3.5 L – ₹4.5 L | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.A. (Hons) – Political Science, Psychology, Economics | ₹1.5 L – ₹2.5 L | 10+2 with 50% |
| Ph.D. | As per university norms | Master’s degree with 55%, entrance test |
Placements
- 350+ total recruiters have visited the campus for final placements and summer internships.
- Average package: approximately ₹4.5 LPA; Highest package: ₹10 LPA.
- 100+ MNCs recruit from the campus, including TCS, HCL, Wipro, IBM, Cognizant, NTT Data, Atos, Tech Mahindra, Genpact, Amazon, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, HSBC, Aon Hewitt, Thomson Reuters and Barclays.
- Pharma graduates have been placed with Alkem Laboratories, Biocon, Zydus Cadila, GSK, Serum Institute of India and Bharat Biotech.
- Dedicated Training & Placement cell with a transparent online placement portal for students, faculty coordinators and recruiters.
- Regular industry interaction through seminars, guest lectures, corporate meets and summer training projects.
- 116+ MOUs/collaborations with industry partners support internships, live projects and placements.
- Sharda Group legacy: consistently placing 65% to 100% of students across group institutions since 1996.
- Alumni placed in QA/QC, engineering, IT, banking, pharma, legal and management roles across India.


