UPES offers an MBA program in 15 specializations for the duration of two years. Candidates have to qualify for UPES Management Entrance Test (UPESMET) to secure admission in this course. However, UPES also offers admission through Non-Examination Pathway, i.e, on the basis of score in any National Level entrance examination such as CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ CMAT/ NMAT or XAT. The final selection will depend on the score in the entrance followed by a Group Discussion and Personal Interview. 


UPES Dehradun Expected Cut-Off 2024 

UPES Cutoff 2024 has not been released yet. The expected cutoff for the year 2024 can be estimated from the previous year's cutoff mentioned below. 

Programmes  CAT/XAT NMAT CMAT MAT
MBA Aviation Management 50 60 70 70
MBA Business Analytics 50 60 70 70
MBA Energy Trading 50 60 70 70
MBA Human Resource Management 50 60 70 70
MBA International Business 50 60 70 70
MBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management 50 60 70 70
MBA Oil and Gas Management 50 60 70 70
MBA Operations Management 50 60 70 70
MBA Power Management 50 60 70 70
MBA Marketing Management 50 60 70 70

UPES Selection Process 2024

Admission to MBA will be granted on the basis of the UPESMET entrance exam (conducted by UPES) or Any National Entrance exam. 

On the basis of a valid score in any of the above-mentioned Entrance test candidates will be called for Group discussion and Personal Interview.

UPESMET Test Scheme: Question will be asked from the following sections as tabulated below:

Section Number of Questions
General English, Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning & Verbal Ability 35
Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency 35
General Awareness, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario 35
Analytical & Logical Reasoning 35
Total 140

Key Points:

  • For MBA in Oil & Gas / Power Management / Energy Trading / Logistics & Supply Chain Management / International Business, students with minimum MAT score of 80 percentile will be exempted from UPESMET and will only be called for Group Discussion & Interview if qualified. Valid CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ NMAT or GMAT score will also be accepted.
  • For MBA in Port & Shipping Management / Aviation Management / Urban Infrastructure & Development / Business Analytics/ HR/ Operations/ Marketing & Finance, the students with minimum MAT score of 75 percentile will be exempted from UPESMET and will only be called for Group Discussion & Interview if qualified. Valid CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ NMAT or GMAT score will also be accepted.

UPES Registration Process 2024

The application form can be filled online for all UG & PG courses offered by UPES. Students are advised to follow the below-listed steps to apply for the courses offered by UPES: Online Application:

  • Visit the official website of UPES and click on ‘UPES Admission’ tab on the menu bar.
  • Click on ‘Online Application Form’ from the drop-down menu.
  • Click on your status whether Indian Resident or Foreign Resident.
  • Fill in the details requested and click on ‘Submit’ button.
  • After form submission, you will receive an email from UPES to verify your email address & to create an account on UPES website.
  • Now login to the website and fill in the rest of the details.
  • Submit the application form and pay the application fee of INR 1350 by Credit/ Debit Card or through Net-Banking.
  • Save the duly filled application form for future reference.

UPES Cutoff 2024 FAQs

Ques. What are the different specializations offered in the UPES MBA program?

Ans. The UPES MBA program offers 15 specializations including Aviation Management, Business Analytics, Energy Trading, Human Resource Management, International Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Oil and Gas Management, Operations Management, Power Management, and Marketing Management. Check More: UPES Dehradun Courses & Fees

Ques. What are the pathways for admission to the UPES MBA program?

Ans. Candidates can secure admission to the UPES MBA program either through the UPES Management Entrance Test (UPESMET) or through the Non-Examination Pathway. The Non-Examination Pathway considers scores in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, NMAT, or XAT. Check More: UPES Admission 2024

Ques. Can candidates be exempted from the UPESMET based on their scores in other entrance exams?

Ans. Yes, candidates applying for certain specializations such as Oil & Gas Management, Power Management, Energy Trading, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and International Business can be exempted from the UPESMET if they have a minimum MAT score of 80 percentile. Similarly, for other specializations, a minimum MAT score of 75 percentile can exempt candidates from the UPESMET.

Ques. What is the test scheme for the UPESMET?

Ans. The UPESMET consists of questions from four sections: General English, Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning & Verbal Ability; Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency; General Awareness, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario; and Analytical & Logical Reasoning. There are a total of 140 questions. 

Ques. What is the expected cut-off for UPES MBA admissions in 2024?

Ans. The expected cut-off for UPES MBA admissions in 2024 has not been officially released yet. However, it can be estimated based on the previous year's cut-off, which varies for different specializations and entrance exams.