Overview
2009
Established
25 acres
Campus
August
Intakes
$1,400–$5,300
Tuition per year
Chandigarh (IXC), ~65 km
Nearest airport
That research profile drives its rankings. Shoolini is NAAC A+ accredited (2024), ranked 69th among Indian universities in NIRF 2025, and the university reports a global position of 452 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and a 451-500 band in the THE rankings, placing it among India's leading private universities. Six faculties and three schools span engineering, biotechnology, pharmacy, management, law, agriculture, design, liberal arts and yoga sciences.
For international students the pitch is affordability plus a cool-climate residential campus with an international-only hostel. Fees are published per semester with no separate foreign-national rate, scholarships of up to 50% are advertised for overseas applicants, and the Summit Research Program lets undergraduates join faculty labs from the first year. Semester-abroad exchanges with partners in the USA, UK, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan and Malaysia carry no extra tuition.
- NAAC A+ (2024) and NIRF 2025 University rank 69, the top-ranked university in Himachal Pradesh
- University-reported QS World University Rankings 2027 position of 452 and THE 2027 band 451-500
- 2,000+ IP portfolio, h-index above 150 and 25 researchers in the global top 2% list
- 104+ laboratories, 11 Centres of Excellence and a Cancer Research Centre on campus
- International Hostel reserved for overseas students, double occupancy with attached washroom
- Semester-abroad options in 11 countries at no extra tuition; 2+2 study-abroad pathways
- Highest placement offer INR 42 LPA; DE Shaw, Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC among recruiters
- Great Place to Work certified four years running; Yogananda Library with 1 million+ e-resources
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 | ₹2.5 lakh≈ $3,000 | 12th with Physics, Chemistry & Maths, 55% for international applicants | August |
| B.Tech Biotechnology | UG | 4 years | ₹2.7 lakh≈ $3,200 | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Maths, 55% | August |
| BBA | UG | 3 years | ₹1.2 lakh≈ $1,400 | 12th any stream, 55% for international applicants | August |
| MBA (Finance / Business Analytics) | PG | 2 years | ₹4.5 lakh≈ $5,300 | Bachelor's degree with 50%; entrance test and faculty interaction | August |
| BCA (AI & ML / Full Stack / UI-UX) | UG | 3 years | ₹1.5 lakh≈ $1,800 | 12th any stream with Maths or Computer Science preferred, 55% | August |
| B.Pharm | UG | 4 years | ₹1.9 lakh≈ $2,250 | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Maths, 55% | August |
| BA LLB (Hons) | UG | 5 years | ₹1.6 lakh≈ $1,850 | 12th any stream, 55%; law entrance or university test | August |
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | UG | 4 years | ₹1.6 lakh≈ $1,850 | 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Maths/Agriculture, 55% | August |
| B.Des | UG | 4 years | ₹2.4 lakh≈ $2,800 | 12th any stream, 55%; portfolio and interaction | August |
| MCA (AI / Cloud / DevOps) | PG | 2 years | ₹1.8 lakh≈ $2,100 | BCA or Bachelor's with Maths, 50% | August |
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Admission process for international students
- 1
Start the online application
Click Apply Now on shooliniuniversity.com/international-admissions, create an account and verify your email address.
- 2
Upload documents and pay the application fee
Submit Grade 12 or A-level certificates and marksheets (plus degree transcripts for PG), passport copy and school-leaving certificate, then pay the application fee online.
- 3
Take the online entrance test
Once eligibility is confirmed you sit a multiple-choice entrance exam remotely; doctoral applicants also submit a research concept note.
- 4
Attend the faculty interaction
A short online interview with programme faculty assesses fit and communication; scholarship decisions of up to 50% are made at this stage.
- 5
Accept the offer and pay fees
Successful candidates receive an offer letter; paying the first-semester tuition and hostel fee (plus INR 10,000 academic and INR 7,500 hostel security deposits) confirms the seat.
- 6
Get the acceptance letter and apply for a visa
The university issues an acceptance letter for the Indian Student Visa; after arrival the international office helps with FRRO registration within 14 days.
Eligibility & English requirement
- Undergraduate: minimum 55% in A-levels, Grade 12, HSC, NSC, WASSCE, IB or equivalent national school-leaving qualification
- Postgraduate: minimum 50% in a recognised bachelor's degree; doctorate: 55% in the relevant field plus research concept note
- Selection through a multiple-choice online entrance test and faculty interaction (research aptitude assessment for PhD)
- English-medium instruction; no fixed IELTS/TOEFL cut-off is published, but non-native speakers should be ready to demonstrate proficiency in the interview
- AIU equivalence certificate for foreign school qualifications and attested English translations of non-English documents
Important dates
- Applications open: October 2025 for the 2026-27 session (rolling admissions)
- Scholarship decisions: within 7 days of a complete application, communicated via admissions counsellor
- Fee payment deadline: as stated on the offer letter, before visa application
- Induction and classes begin: mid-August 2026 (Induction 2K26 on 18 August 2026)
- Semester-abroad application windows: around 10 November for January exchanges
Scholarships for international students
| Scholarship | Benefit | Who qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| International Student Scholarship | Tuition fee waiver of up to 50% | Overseas applicants assessed on academic record and faculty interaction at admission |
| Undergraduate Merit / Need Scholarships | 10% to 100% tuition waiver (up to 90% for B.Tech CSE merit in the first year) | Grade 12 performance or demonstrated need; need-based awards require a short interview with the Scholarship Committee |
| MBA Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition waiver in the first year | Strong undergraduate record and entrance-test performance; renewable on academic results |
| Single Parent Scholarship | 20% tuition waiver | Students raised by a single parent, with supporting documentation |
| ICCR Scholarship Schemes | Full tuition and living stipend from the Government of India | Nationals of eligible countries applying through the Indian mission; Shoolini can be named as a preferred university |
| Study in India (SII) Fee Waivers | Partial or full tuition waivers for top applicants | Foreign nationals applying through studyinindia.gov.in |
Placements
₹4.5 lakh
Median package
₹42 lakh
Highest package
No PSW visa
India has no post-study work visa; graduates need a sponsored Employment Visa
Top recruiters: DE Shaw, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, Cipla, Abbott, Nestle, Cognizant, ICICI Bank.
NIRF data for 2024-25 show a median of INR 4.5 LPA for four-year UG and INR 4.8 LPA for two-year PG graduates, with a highest offer of INR 42 LPA; placement rates vary widely by programme.
Campus, hostel and cost of living
Hostel (on campus)
- International Hostel, double occupancy with attached washroom (overseas students only): ₹1.8 lakh / year (≈ $2,150)
- Quadruple occupancy, common washroom (girls): ₹1.4 lakh / year (≈ $1,600)
- Triple occupancy, attached washroom (boys, Aryabhata): ₹1.7 lakh / year (≈ $2,000)
- Shoolini Residences, heated double with attached washroom: ₹2.0 lakh / year (≈ $2,400)
- Semester hostel fee includes mess meals (vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian menu) and limited laundry
- Fees quoted are two semesters of the 2026-27 schedule; a one-time refundable security deposit of INR 7,500 applies. Seven hostels, separate for men and women, with 24x7 medical centre, Wi-Fi, gym and 200-seat cineplex. Rooms fill early, so pay hostel fees with tuition.
Monthly living cost in Solan (estimate)
- Food outside mess $50-80
- Transport to Solan town and Chandigarh $15-30
- Winter clothing and heating extras $10-20
- Mobile and internet $5-10
- Personal and laundry $40-70
- Total with hostel: $180–300 / month
Indian student visa for Shoolini 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 Shoolini: Nepal, Nigeria, Kenya, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Taiwan.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a separate fee for international students?
No. Shoolini publishes one per-semester fee table with an HP/J&K column and a non-HP column; foreign nationals pay the non-HP rate (for example INR 1,26,500 per semester for B.Tech CSE in 2026-27). Tuition rises about 5% a year, and scholarships of up to 50% can reduce it.
What is the climate like and do I need special preparation?
The campus is at roughly 1,500 m in the Kasauli hills, so winters are cold (near freezing in December-January) and summers mild. Heated rooms are available in Shoolini Residences at a premium; otherwise budget for warm clothing and a room heater.
How do international students reach the campus?
Fly into Chandigarh (IXC), about 65 km away by road; the university can arrange pickup on request. Delhi (DEL) is around 300 km and connects by Shatabdi train to Chandigarh or Kalka. Shimla's small airport is closer but has limited flights.
Can I do part of my degree abroad?
Yes. Shoolini runs semester exchanges with partners in the USA, UK, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia and others with no additional tuition to the host, and offers 2+2 pathways. You pay travel, visa, insurance and living costs.
Are hostels compulsory and are they mixed?
The campus is residential and most international students live on site in the International Hostel. Hostels are separate for men and women, with freshers on separate floors, resident caretakers and women security staff on duty around the clock.
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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 Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences.