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Kumaun University
Overview
Kumaun University (KU) is a public state university headquartered in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. Established in 1973 under the Uttar Pradesh State Universities Act, it was founded to decentralize higher education and cater to the mountainous Kumaon region of the state. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across eight primary faculties and serves as the affiliating body for over 109+ government and private colleges, supporting a total student population of approximately 150,000.
Where it stands
On IndiaScholar it is #166 of the ranked universities in India, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 167,442 times (h-index 138), according to OpenAlex.
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Tuition fees & costs
Indicative living cost
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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.
Admission requirements
How to apply
- 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
- 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
- 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
- 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
- 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.
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Last updated 19 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.