About GLA University
GLA University is a private university on the Delhi-Mathura Road in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, with engineering, management, pharmacy, law, science and education programmes.
GLA University grew out of a charitable trust set up in 1998 to start an institute in Mathura. Its main campus sits on NH-19 at Chaumuhan, about 17 km from Mathura city, on around 110 acres. It runs B.Tech, BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Pharm, BA LLB, B.Sc, BA and B.Ed at the undergraduate level, and MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.Pharm, M.Com and LLM at the postgraduate level, along with diplomas and PhD. Admission is through its own entrance test, GLAET. The university holds a NAAC A+ grade and UGC 12B status.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Engineering Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 3 yrs | — | ₹74,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Diploma in Pharmacy Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,21,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Arts Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | — | — | ₹52,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | — | — | ₹1,22,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Commerce Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | — | — | ₹1,22,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | — | — | ₹1,22,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Education Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹60,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹1,63,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Science Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | — | — | ₹52,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹90,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹1,97,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 5 yrs | — | ₹1,52,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Arts Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹56,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Business Administration Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹2,52,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Commerce Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹32,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Computer Applications Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,60,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Laws Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 1 yrs | — | ₹1,62,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Pharmacy Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,84,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Science Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹61,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Technology Accepts: GLAET |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,84,000 | — 2026-27 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | ₹87,000 | — 2026-27 |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
GLA fills seats in all its courses through its own entrance test, GLAET. Applicants register online, pay the test fee, pick a test slot and centre, and see the result online about a day after the test. Those who qualify reserve a seat by paying a token amount, upload documents and then attend physical document verification on campus.
Typical eligibility
- Diploma in Engineering: Studying in: Class 10; Must have studied: Mathematics; Must have studied: English; Science also compulsory
- Diploma in Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI; institution must be PCI-approved
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI Education Regulations; institution must be PCI-approved for the degree to count for registration
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture: Studying in: Class 12; At least 50% marks in Class 12; at least three of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (Agriculture may count); minimum age 16 as on 31 August of admission year
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: Class 12; At least 45% marks in Class 12
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Master of Pharmacy: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Pharmacy; At least 55% marks in UG; B.Pharm from a PCI-approved institution; registration with the State Pharmacy Council (required by JSS AHER within one month of admission)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Transport
- Cafeteria
- Medical
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A+
Where these courses lead
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Other colleges in Mathura
Sanskriti School of Management and Commerce
Sanskriti School of Engineering and IT
Sanskriti School of Agriculture
Rajiv Academy for Technology and Management
BSA College of Engineering and Technology
Babu Shivnath Agrawal P.G. College
Frequently asked questions
How do I get admission to GLA University?
Admission to all courses is through the GLA entrance test (GLAET). After qualifying you pay a token amount to reserve a seat and then attend document verification.
What is the B.Tech fee at GLA University Mathura?
For the 2026-27 session the first-year B.Tech CSE fee at Mathura is ₹2,08,000, plus an examination charge of ₹7,000 a year. Hostel, mess and transport are extra.
Does GLA University have a Greater Noida campus?
Yes. Besides the main Mathura campus, it lists a campus in Greater Noida with its own fee figures for some courses.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- GLA University - Best Private University in Uttar Pradesh · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- GLA University Mathura Campus · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Fee Structure · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Admission Procedure · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- About Us · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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