Sardar Patel University (SPU): Courses, Fees, Admission, Ranking

Vallabh Vidyanagar, India


Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Overview

Sardar Patel University (SPU) is a public state university located in Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand City in Gujarat, India. It is named after India's iron man, Vallabhbhai Patel and was established in October 1955 by an Act of the Legislative Assembly of the then-Bombay Province. It was UGC recognised under 2(f) of the UGC Act in October 1968. It was otherwise a rural university but it has grown up under the slogan "Excellence Matters". The National Assessment and Accreditation Council has given 'A' grade to Sardar Patel University at Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat. CGPA of the university was 3.25 throughout the whole recognition period running from January 23, 2017, to January 22, 2022.

The NIRF ranking of 2024 placed the university between 100–150. Law and Management were well-performing domains for the university, with it ranking 27 in 2023 for law and between 45 and 61 in 2023 for management. It is evident from these rankings that the university provides quality education to students in most fields and gives them a cutting-edge academic learning experience. Sardar Patel University has an excellent placement record with a placement percentage consistently hovering around 80-90%.

SPU offers more than 200 courses comprising undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs; integrated programs; diplomas; and a number of add-on courses. It has ten faculties comprising 31 departments focused on arts, science, home science, business studies, management studies, education, medicine, engineering and technology, and law.

Quick Highlights

Feature 

Details

Affiliation / Recognition

NAAC

NAAC Accreditation 

'A' grade

NIRF Ranking

151 and 200

Mode of Education 

Full-time

Number of Courses

200 courses,

Total Students

3,584

Scholarship

  • Scheduled Caste Scholarship,
  • Scheduled Tribe Caste Scholarship,
  • Other Backward Class Scholarship/ Socially and Educationally Backward Class Scholarship,
  • Economically Backward Class Scholarship,
  • Handicap Scholarship and Minority Scholarship.

Highest Salary Offered

5.7 LPA

Average Salary Offered

2.5 LPA to 4 LPA

Ranking

The university consistently ranks among the top institutions in India for its diverse disciplines​:

Ranking body

Year

Rank

Overall (NIRF)b

2024

151-200

Law

2023

27

Management

2023

45-61

Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Programs

SPU offers more than 200 courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, combined programs, diplomas, and a variety of add-on courses. Here is a summary of courses and estimated fees that are provided below:

Courses

Fees

B.Sc.

₹49,500 to ₹2.2 L

B.Ed

₹91,500 

B.Arch

₹6.4 L

M.Com

₹24,000

B.Tech

₹2.02 L

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19 courses • 3 years
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Master of Technology [M.Tech]

19 courses • 2 years
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--Median salary
--Exams accepted
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Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] + Master of Technology [M.Tech]

17 courses • 5 years
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--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

36 courses • 3 years
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--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Admissions

Sardar Patel University, a prestigious institute located in Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat, has announced the launch of its admission process for the academic year 2025. Students seeking admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and doctoral programs offered by the university can apply now. Through the official website.

Courses

Eligibility

B.Sc.

Class 12 with 45% aggregate marks in core subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics and English.

B.Ed

Candidates must pass a Bachelor degree from a recognized university.

B.Arch

Student must have passed minimum 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

M.Com

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related field from a recognized university.

B.Tech.

Must have at least 45% marks in 12th class and must have passed or appeared in 10+2 or HSC examination. You must also have Physics and Mathematics as mandatory subjects

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19

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19

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17

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36

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10

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43

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35

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4

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FAQs related to Admissions

A: Sardar Patel University (SPU) is a public state university.

A: The fees range from 49k to 2L.


Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Placements

Sardar Patel University has an excellent placement record with a placement percentage consistently hovering around 80-90%. The average package offered to the students of the 2021-2023 batch was a respectable ₹5,70,000. The university's Department of Electronics has a 4-6 week in-house training and placement program for its students. SPU has companies of all ranges and scales recruiting from here, such as Axelor Technologies India Pvt. Ltd, IMOBDEV Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Indusa Infotech Services Pvt. Ltd, L&T Ltd, etc.

Key Metrics

Placement Statistics

Placement Rate

80-90%

Average Package (2021-2023 Batch)

₹5,70,000

In-house Training Duration

4-6 weeks

Recruiters

Axelor Technologies India Pvt. Ltd, IMOBDEV Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Indusa Infotech Services Pvt. Ltd, L&T Ltd, etc.

FAQS

A: Sardar Patel University has an excellent placement record with a placement percentage consistently hovering around 80-90%.


A: The average package offered to students of the 2021-2023 batch was ₹5,70,000


Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Scholarships

Sardar Patel University Scholarship is a financial aid program designed to support students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in India. Students who qualify for the scholarship can receive financial support in the form of tuition fees, living expenses or other educational costs. 

Scholarship Type

Eligibility

Details

Scheduled Caste Scholarship

Belonging to the Scheduled Caste category as per Government of India guidelines.

Varies depending on the course and level of study. May cover tuition fees, hostel fees, and other expenses.

Other Backward Class (OBC) Scholarship / Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) Scholarship

Belonging to the OBC/SEBC category as per Government of India guidelines.

Varies depending on the course and level of study. May cover tuition fees, hostel fees, and other expenses.

Scheduled Tribe (ST) Scholarship

Belonging to the Scheduled Tribe category as per Government of India guidelines.

Varies depending on the course and level of study. May cover tuition fees, hostel fees, and other expenses.

A: Here are some tips which will help you to get a 100% scholarship in SPU which are to maintain a high academic record, get good scores in entrance exams, etc. 

A: Sardar Patel University offers various scholarships including SC/ST/OBC/Minority/MYSY/PWD.

Sardar Patel University - [SPU] ,Vallabh Vidyanagar ,Gujarat

Infrastructure

The built-up area on the main campus amounts to 85,253.10 sq.mts, which has housed different departments like Materials Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Social Work, Business Studies, Mathematics, and Statistics, in addition to the University Administrative Office, Bhaikaka Library, University Press, University Canteen, Animal House of the Biosciences, and others.

Facilities

Details

  • Classrooms and Laboratories

28 rooms, including classrooms, elective course-specific rooms, foundation course-specific rooms, and laboratories.

  • Computer Laboratories 

33 computers for students and 11 computers for academic and non-academic staff.

  • Library 

A rich collection of over 14,000 books, 26 educational journals, and 20 encyclopedias.

  • ICT Infrastructure

02 fixed LCD projectors, two movable LCD projectors, and IT policy for the entire campus.

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

A: The built-up area on the main campus amounts to 85,253.10 sq. mts.


A: The main campus houses departments like Materials Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Social Work, Business Studies, Mathematics, and Statistics, along with administrative offices, the library, university press, canteen, and animal house.