Overview
2015
Established
150 acres
Campus
450+
Programmes
July/August · January (selected programmes)
Intakes
$1,400–$3,100
Tuition per year
Vadodara (BDQ), 25 km; Ahmedabad (AMD), 130 km
Nearest airport
The university was awarded NAAC A++ in 2023, the youngest Indian university to hold that grade at the time, and NIRF 2025 placed it in the 101-150 university band and 41st in pharmacy. Thirty-plus faculties include medicine (with the NABH-accredited Parul Sevashram teaching hospital), dentistry, ayurveda, homoeopathy, nursing, physiotherapy, pharmacy, engineering, computing, design, law, hotel management, agriculture and management.
Foreign students are taught in English, billed on the same published fee schedule as Indian students unless a programme has a separate international tariff, and housed in dedicated international hostels with vegetarian meals included. A large African and Asian community, an on-campus hospital and a dry, warm climate make it a popular choice for medicine, nursing and engineering applicants from Africa, South Asia and the Middle East.
- NAAC A++ (2023), NIRF 2025 university band 101-150 and pharmacy rank 41
- 6,000+ international students from 75+ countries, one of India's largest foreign cohorts
- 150-acre residential campus with 43 hostel buildings and 27,000+ resident students
- Parul Sevashram Hospital, an NABH-accredited teaching hospital, on campus for MBBS, BDS, nursing and allied health
- Dedicated international hostels (Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, Marie Curie blocks) with meals included
- 450+ programmes across 30+ faculties including ayurveda, homoeopathy, design, law and agriculture
- QS I-GAUGE Diamond rating and QS Asia 2026 listing
- Vadodara airport 25 km away with direct flights to Delhi and Mumbai
Popular courses and fees for international students
Annual tuition in INR with an indicative USD conversion at ₹85 = $1. Figures are the published fee; the university may quote a separate rate for foreign nationals. Confirm the current fee sheet before paying.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Tuition / year | Eligibility | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering | UG | 4 years | ₹1.8 lakh≈ $2,050 | Grade 12 / A-levels with Physics, Maths and Chemistry/CS, 45%+ | July |
| B.Tech CSE (AI/ML, Cyber Security, Data Science with industry partners) | UG | 4 years | ₹2.6 lakh≈ $3,100 | Grade 12 / A-levels with Physics and Maths, 45%+ | July |
| BBA | UG | 3 years | ₹1.6 lakh≈ $1,800 | Grade 12 / A-levels / WASSCE with 45%+ | July |
| BCA | UG | 3 years | ₹1.3 lakh≈ $1,600 | Grade 12 with Maths, Statistics or Computer Science, 45%+ | July |
| B.Pharm | UG | 4 years | ₹1.8 lakh≈ $2,100 | Grade 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Maths, 45%+ | July |
| B.Sc Nursing | UG | 4 years | ₹1.7 lakh≈ $2,000 | Grade 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, 45%+; medically fit | July |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) | UG | 4.5 years incl. internship | ₹1.2 lakh≈ $1,400 | Grade 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, 45%+ | July |
| MBBS | UG | 5.5 years incl. internship | On request | Grade 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, 50%+; NEET qualification mandatory for foreign nationals | September (NEET counselling cycle) |
| MBA | PG | 2 years | ₹2.3 lakh≈ $2,650 | Bachelor's degree with 50%+ | July |
| MCA | PG | 2 years | ₹1.5 lakh≈ $1,750 | Bachelor's degree with Maths at 10+2 or graduation, 50%+ | July |
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Admission process for international students
- 1
Choose a programme and check eligibility
Use the all-programmes finder and confirm your Grade 12, A-level, WASSCE or HSC subjects match the faculty's minimum.
- 2
Register on admissions.paruluniversity.ac.in
Fill in personal and academic details, upload passport and transcripts, and pay the online registration fee.
- 3
Get documents verified
Parul verifies foreign certificates through external agencies; have your school send official transcripts if requested.
- 4
Receive and accept the offer letter
Pay the first instalment of tuition and the hostel fee if you want on-campus housing; a confirmed admission letter follows.
- 5
Apply for the Indian student visa
Present the admission letter and fee receipt at the Indian mission; the international office issues bona fide letters on request.
- 6
Report to the International Relations office
Share flight details for airport pick-up from Vadodara or Ahmedabad, complete medical screening, FRRO registration within 14 days and hostel allotment.
Eligibility & English requirement
- Undergraduate: Grade 12, A-levels, WASSCE, HSC, IB Diploma, Tawjihi or equivalent with the faculty minimum (45% for most engineering, computing, nursing and pharmacy programmes)
- MBBS, BDS, BAMS and BHMS: Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English at Grade 12 with 50% and a valid NEET score, per NMC/NCISM rules for foreign nationals
- Postgraduate: relevant bachelor's degree with 50% or equivalent CGPA
- English: all programmes are taught in English; students from non-English-medium systems may be asked for IELTS/TOEFL or to join the university's English foundation module
- Foreign school certificates should be supported by an AIU equivalence certificate, which the university helps obtain
Important dates
- Applications for 2026-27 open: December 2025 (rolling)
- Recommended deadline for July intake visas: 15 June 2026
- Classes begin: first week of August 2026 (MBBS per NEET counselling schedule, usually September)
- January intake applications close: mid-December 2026
Scholarships for international students
| Scholarship | Benefit | Who qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| UDAAN merit scholarship | Tuition waivers up to 100% for top performers | Based on Grade 12 or qualifying-exam percentage; applied at admission |
| International students' merit concession | Partial tuition reduction (typically 10-30%) | Foreign nationals with strong school-leaving results; assessed by the international admissions team |
| Sports scholarship | 50-100% of tuition and up to 100% of hostel and food, plus stipend up to INR 20,000 per month | Medal winners at national or international championships |
| Cultural scholarship | 25% to 100% tuition waiver | District to international level awards in performing or fine arts, with video and references |
| ICCR scholarships | Government of India funded tuition, hostel and stipend | Nominated via the Indian mission through the ICCR A2A portal; Parul is an empanelled institution |
| Study in India programme | 25-100% fee waivers for shortlisted applicants | Apply via the Study in India portal selecting Parul University |
Placements
₹60 lakh
Highest package
No PSW visa
India has no post-study work visa; graduates need a sponsored Employment Visa
Top recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, Amazon, Deloitte, Byju's, Reliance, Zydus, Torrent Pharma.
The university cites a highest package of about INR 60 lakh and 1,000+ recruiters, but publishes no verified median or average.
Campus, hostel and cost of living
Hostel (on campus)
- International boys' hostel (Abraham Lincoln-A), 5-sharing, non-AC, meals included: ₹79,000 / year (≈ $950)
- International boys' hostel (Abraham Lincoln-A), 5-sharing, AC, meals included: ₹99,000 / year (≈ $1,150)
- 3-sharing, AC, attached washroom (e.g. Tagore/Teresa Bhawan), meals included: ₹1.5 lakh / year (≈ $1,750)
- 2-sharing, AC, attached washroom (Tilak/Ratan Tata Bhawan), meals included: ₹2.3 lakh / year (≈ $2,650)
- Hostel fees include unlimited vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner; non-vegetarian food is available at campus food courts at extra cost.
- 2026-27 published rates; 87 room options across 43 hostels range from INR 79,000 to 3.5 lakh per year. Laundry (6-7 pairs a week) is included. Fees for the Albert Einstein and Marie Curie international blocks are quoted on request.
Monthly living cost in Vadodara (estimate)
- Food outside the mess $50-90
- Auto and bus transport $15-30
- Mobile data $5-8
- Books and printing $10-20
- Laundry top-ups and personal care $25-40
- Trips to Vadodara city and Ahmedabad $30-60
- Total with hostel: $200–350 / month
Indian student visa for Parul admits
Foreign nationals need a Student (S) Visa from the Indian mission in their country. It is issued for the duration of the course on the university's bona fide admission letter, fee receipt and proof of funds, and holders must register with the FRRO within 14 days of arrival. Krosz prepares the visa file for every student it places, at no extra cost.
Largest international cohorts at Parul: Nigeria, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, Yemen, Tanzania, Sudan.
Frequently asked questions
How much is B.Tech CSE at Parul for an international student?
The published tuition is about INR 1.75 lakh per year for the standard CSE programme (roughly USD 2,100), rising to INR 2.65 lakh for industry-partnered specialisations; international students are billed on the same schedule unless a separate tariff is quoted in the offer letter.
Can foreign nationals study MBBS at Parul?
Yes. Parul Institute of Medical Sciences & Research admits foreign nationals under NMC rules, but a qualifying NEET score is mandatory and seats are allocated through the Gujarat counselling process, so apply early and confirm the current MBBS fee directly with the medical admissions office.
Is food included in the hostel fee?
Yes. All hostel tariffs include unlimited vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner plus laundry; the cheapest international block starts at INR 79,000 per year for a 5-sharing non-AC room.
Which airport should I fly into?
Vadodara (BDQ) is 25 km away with domestic connections from Delhi and Mumbai. Ahmedabad (AMD), about 130 km away, has direct international flights from the Gulf, Africa and Southeast Asia and the university arranges pick-up from both.
What scholarship can an international student realistically get?
Most foreign students receive a merit-linked concession of 10-30% at admission; students with 85%+ in Grade 12 may qualify for higher UDAAN tiers, and ICCR or Study in India awards can cover tuition fully if secured through your home mission.
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Sources: official university website and international prospectus, NIRF, NAAC, UGC, MEA student visa guidelines, ICCR. Last verified 2026-10. Fees are indicative and may change; Krosz is an independent admissions and visa service and is not affiliated with Parul University.