About Guru Nanak Dev University
Guru Nanak Dev University is a state university in Amritsar with NAAC A++ accreditation, offering engineering, architecture, law, pharmacy, management and science programmes on campus.
Guru Nanak Dev University was set up in 1969 under a Punjab state act and is located on the Grand Trunk Road in Amritsar. Its campus departments offer B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Des, B.Pharm, law, MBA, MCA and a wide range of M.Sc and MA programmes. Admission uses the university’s own entrance test, national tests such as JEE Main and NATA, or merit, depending on the course. NAAC reaccredited it with an A++ grade in December 2022.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture Accepts: NATA |
Full-time | 5 yrs | — | ₹1,60,655 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Design | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | ₹43,665 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹1,60,655 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Main |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹1,60,655 | — 2026–27 |
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 5 yrs | — | ₹73,205 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹32,435 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,60,655 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹1,62,265 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 1 yrs | — | ₹67,135 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Pharmacy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹55,755 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
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, Merit
Candidates register on gnduadmissions.org, pay the registration fee and fill in the online form, which generates an admit card where a test applies. Depending on the course, selection is through the university entrance test, a national test such as JEE Main (B.Tech) or NATA (B.Arch), or merit in the qualifying exam. Shortlisted candidates attend counselling in person with original documents and must deposit the fee within the given time.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Architecture: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCM); NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 as required by the institution
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Design: Studying in: Class 12; any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, Humanities); NID age limit - born on or after 1 July 2005 for General/GEN-EWS, 1 July 2002 for OBC-NCL/SC/ST, 1 July 2000 for PwD (2026-27)
- Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in any discipline; BCI minimum not below 45%
- 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 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
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A++
Where these courses lead
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Other colleges in Amritsar
Global Group of Institutes, Amritsar
Shahzada Nand College, Amritsar
Hindu College, Amritsar
BBK DAV College for Women, Amritsar
Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for admission at GNDU Amritsar?
Register on gnduadmissions.org, pay the registration fee, fill the online form and appear in the entrance test or counselling as required for your course.
What is the B.Tech fee at GNDU?
For 2026-27, the first-year programme fee for B.Tech CSE, ECE, Civil and Mechanical is ₹1,60,655, excluding hostel and exam fees.
Which test is needed for B.Arch at GNDU?
NATA scores are used for B.Arch admission.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- Guru Nanak Dev University home page · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Admission Prospectus 2026-27 - Guru Nanak Dev University · Prospectus PDF, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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