About UPES
Established through the UPES Act, 2003, of the State Legislature of Uttarakhand, UPES is
a top-ranked, UGC-recognised, private university. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework
(NIRF) 2025, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, UPES has been ranked 45 among universities,
with a rank of 18 in Law, 36 in Management, and a rank of 43 in Engineering. As per the Times Higher
Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, UPES now stands in the 501-600 band globally and 5th in
India, improving from 7th in 2025. Notably, in Research Quality, UPES jumped 57 positions in just one year
to be ranked 299 globally. In addition to this, the university has been ranked the No.1 private university
in academic reputation in India by the QS World University Rankings 2025. It is among the top 2% of
universities in the world.
UPES has received 5 stars on Employability (placements) by the globally acclaimed QS Rating. The
university has had 100% placements over the last five years. 50+ faculty members from UPES feature among
the world’s top 2% researchers as per the Stanford University list.
UPES offers graduate and postgraduate programs through its seven schools: School of Advanced Engineering,
School of Computer Science, School of Design, School of Law, School of Business, School of Health Sciences
& Technology, and School of Liberal Studies and Humanities. The UPES family includes 19100+ students,
1,500+ faculty and staff members, and a thriving community of 38000+ alumni.
About School of Health Sciences and Technology (SoHST)
UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology is committed to meeting the growing global demand for
healthcare professionals by delivering an education that blends industry relevance, technological
innovation, and research excellence. Reflecting this commitment, Biotechnology at UPES has been ranked #5
in India in the Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) 2025, secured the Global
Rank highlighting the university's growing reputation in research and academic excellence. The school
prepares students to thrive in a dynamic healthcare landscape shaped by value-based care and digital
technologies. By integrating cutting-edge technology with core health sciences, the school ensures
students are equipped to harness advancements such as AI, robotics, telemedicine, and biotechnology. This
approach enables them to address complex healthcare challenges and contribute to improving patient
outcomes in a technology-driven world.
Shanghai Ranking 2025 #5 Rank in Biotechnology
- Offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Pharmacy, Health Sciences, and Health
Technology
B.Pharm, BSc Clinical Research, BSc Microbiology, BSc Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Technology, Biomedical engineering, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics - Multidisciplinary and future-focused curriculum integrating scientific knowledge with technological innovation.
- Hands-on laboratory training and experiential learning opportunities.
- Strong emphasis on research, innovation, and industry-relevant skills.
- Exposure to digital health technologies and emerging healthcare solutions.
- Integration of healthcare, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, microbiological sciences, and nutrition science.
- Application of artificial intelligence and data-driven approaches in healthcare and life sciences.
- Prepares graduates for careers in healthcare, research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, public health, and biomedical innovation.
- Focus on advancing patient care, public health outcomes, and scientific discovery.
A strong focus on research and innovation empowers students to actively participate in groundbreaking projects and collaborate with faculty mentors. UG/PG Students are encouraged to file patents, develop innovative solutions, and drive impactful contributions to the healthcare industry. These research opportunities foster critical thinking and creativity, preparing graduates to be leaders in health sciences and technology.
Through industry collaboration, the school bridges the gap between academia and practice. Partnerships with leading hospitals, healthcare organisations, NGOs and technology firms provide students with real-world exposure and the skills to excel in a competitive industry. The School of Health Sciences and Technology (SoHST) is actively fostering a vibrant research and innovation ecosystem focused on addressing regional, national, and global healthcare challenges. The school’s research initiatives are centred around the following thematic areas:
- Himalayan Biodiversity – Exploring the rich biological resources of the Himalayan region for healthcare applications, conservation, and sustainable development.
- Ayurveda – Advancing scientific validation, translational research, and innovation in traditional Indian systems of medicine to support evidence-based healthcare solutions.
- Women and Child Health – Addressing critical health issues related to maternal, neonatal, adolescent, and child health through interdisciplinary research and community engagement.
- Technologies for Health – Leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital health, medical devices, data analytics, and biotechnology to enhance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
- Drug Discovery – Promoting research in natural products, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and translational sciences to accelerate the development of novel therapeutic interventions.