About Shri Khushal Das University
Shri Khushal Das University is a state private university near Hanumangarh, set up in 2018 under a Rajasthan Act, with a wide range of UG, PG and diploma courses.
Shri Khushal Das University was established in 2018 through an Act of the Rajasthan government and works from a campus of about 30 acres at Khushal Nagar on the Suratgarh road outside Hanumangarh. It runs a large list of programmes, from polytechnic and pharmacy diplomas to B.Tech, B.Pharm, BHMCT, law, commerce, computer applications and arts and science degrees. Postgraduates can study MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MCA, MBA and LLM, and PhD research is offered in several subjects. Admission is mostly on merit, with the university test SKDU NEST used for some courses. The campus has hostels, labs, a library and transport.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Engineering | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Diploma in Pharmacy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | 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: Merit, Entrance test, Interview
Applicants fill the online or offline form, upload documents and pay the application fee. Admission is on merit and through the university entrance test SKDU NEST, with group discussion or interview for some programmes. PhD admission needs a master degree plus the university test and an interview.
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 Hotel Management and Catering Technology: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- 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: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- 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 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
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Hostel (boys)
- Hostel (girls)
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Transport
- Cafeteria
- Wi-Fi
- Medical
Where these courses lead
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Frequently asked questions
Is Shri Khushal Das University recognised?
It was set up under a Rajasthan state Act in 2018 and is listed as UGC-recognised.
Where is SKDU located?
At Khushal Nagar on the Suratgarh road near Hanumangarh, Rajasthan.
What is SKDU NEST?
It is the university entrance test used for admission to some programmes.
Sources
This page is being re-verified. Please confirm details on the official website.
Information verified on 12 Oct 2026
- Shri Khushal Das University - Careers360 · Editorial, accessed 12 Oct 2026
- SKDU - Collegedunia · Editorial, accessed 12 Oct 2026
- Shri Khushal Das University, Hanumangarh - home page · Official site, accessed 13 Oct 2026
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