HPU M.Sc Admission 2023 is going to begin soon. Admission to its HPU M.Sc courses is based on the candidates’ performance in the HPU NEST examination. The university offers a two-year full-time M.Sc. course with 10 specializations. Aspirants seeking admission must have to score a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in their graduation from a relevant stream. HPU has also a dedicated Training & Placement cell which helps the students to get placed in their desired companies. Some of the prominent recruiters over the years include HP, Cognizant, Mphasis, Wipro, etc. Check  HPU Admission 2023

HPU M.Sc. Eligibility Criteria

  • Aspirants seeking admission to 2 year Full-time M.Sc Program should have passed a Bachelor Degree under 10+2+3 pattern of education, either in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary and Fisheries Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering/Technology.
  • Or, 4 years B.S. (Physician Assistant Course) or Medicine (M.B.B.S.) or B.D.S. from any Institute/ University recognized by the Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla/ University Grant Commission, New Delhi with at least 55% marks for general and other categories and 50% for SC/ ST category candidates.

HPU M.Sc Admission Guidelines

Candidates seeking admission into the M.Sc program must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as main subjects during 12th. In addition, students must have secured a minimum of 60% marks (general category) in B.Sc. along with a valid score in HPU NEST. HPU NEST is an aptitude test consisting of quantitative, logical reasoning, data interpretation as well as general knowledge which are of multiple-choice type questions.

Also, Foreign students residing in India and having valid student visas can seek admission in their respective programs. 

How to Apply?

To apply online for HPU MSc admissions, one must follow the below mentioned steps:

  • Visit the university website.
  • Scroll the Page and click on the “Online Application” option.
  • Click on the “Admission” option.
  • Choose the program and click on the program name.
  • Before clicking on the program please click on the instructions for filling an online application form, a pdf file will be open, kindly read it carefully.
  • Click on the program name for which you are willing to apply.
  • Kindly check the terms and conditions. After that, you will be redirected to the personal information page.
  • Please fill in the personal information first. 
  • After filling in the personal information click on the Save button at the last of the page.
  • The system will generate the Unique Registration number and the password will be sent to the registered email and mobile number. Note it down.
  • Now click on the “Move to next step” button.
  • Fill in your education details and attach all the necessary documents.
  • Now click on Submit. You will be directed to the fee payment page.
  • Pay the required application fee.
  • Submit the application form.
  • Take the printout of the application form and keep it for future reference.

Documents Required

  1. Scanned recent Photograph of students (less than 100 KB)
  2. Scanned copy of Age Proof of students (less than 200 KB)
  3. Scanned copy of relevant Educational Qualification (less than 200 KB)
  4. Scanned Copy of Experience Certificate (if applicable) (less than 200 KB)
  5. Scanned Copy of Category Certificate, if SC/ST/OBC applicable (less than 200 KB)
  6. Scanned Signature both candidate & their parents (less than 100 KB)

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HPU M.Sc Course details

The M.Sc program consists of 4 semesters each of six (6) months followed by examinations both written and practical, conducted at the end of each semester. 

  • Written examinations are conducted on the subjects taught in each semester and consist of both short questions and descriptive ones. 
  • Practical examinations are conducted in the respective laboratories. Students must secure a minimum of 40% marks in each subject to clear individual semester examinations. 
  • Both written and practical examinations are of total three hours duration. Final semesters are mostly project-based. Those marks are awarded based on the projects designed.
  • The syllabus of each specialization of MSc. courses will have unique and diversified subjects curated to train and make the students expertise in their fields. 
  • The following specializations are available under M.Sc:
    • M.Sc in Chemistry
    • M.Sc in Physics
    • M.Sc in Mathematics
    • M.Sc in Botany
    • M.Sc in Microbiology
    • M.Sc in Zoology
    • M.Sc in BioTechnology
    • M.Sc in Nursing
    • M.Sc in Geography

Read More:  HPU Fees

HPU M.Sc Scholarship

Himachal Pradesh University provides a number of scholarships to the students. These are provided by both the State Government and Central Government. Below mentioned scholarships are provided by the University: 

  • Students Aid Fund: This scholarship is distributed to the poor students belonging to IRDP/BPL/Low-Income families enabling such students to continue their higher education at the university level.
  • Cultural Activists Scholarships: It is provided to the 10 students who are the top performer in academic and cultural activities in any of the departments of the University. 
  • Sports Scholarship: This Scholarship is awarded to the 16 students for the outstanding sportsmen/women of all Departments. 

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HPU M.Sc Placements

Himachal Pradesh University has a Placement Cell that actively takes the necessary initiatives to arrange the training sessions on various courses as per the latest industry trends. In addition, the university invites top-notch MNCs to the university campus to recruit students from this university. Besides the university has tie-up with various organizations like L&T and HEWLETT-PACKARD (HP), etc which provide necessary skill training on the latest technology updates. During the recent recruitment drive, more than 100 companies participated and extended over 500+ placement/internship offers to the HPU Students. More than 1000 students got placed in different sectors of the industry.

Some of the top-notch companies recruiting students from this university are as follows:

Cognizant L&T TCS HP
Mphasis Wipro Tech Mahindra Indian Navy

Read More:  HPU Placement

HPU M.Sc FAQs

Ques. Does HPU Shimla provide M.Sc admission to foreign students?

Ans. Yes, the university offers admission for international students. Aspiring candidates can apply online through the university's official website by filling the application form and making the necessary payments.

Ques. Does M.Sc. at HPU Shimla give the opportunity for exposure to live projects?

Ans. Compared to other universities which usually expose students to dummy projects which are ultimate of no use in the long term in a student’s career. HPU stands out in the crowd by providing exposure to live projects to students which help them shape their careers better.

Ques. How are the faculties at HPU Shimla?

Ans. The university has well skilled and experienced team of faculties who are highly qualified and have years of experience in the education industry. Faculties are very supportive of students and guide them for a better career in terms of higher studies or placement guidance. Besides that, the university also invites faculties from other reputed universities to take special classes in various subjects that are not taught in the university.

Ques. Which sectors have recruited M.Sc. graduates at HPU Shimla over the past years?

Ans. The prominent recruiters are Cognizant, L&T, TCS, HEWLETT-PACKARD (HP), MPHASIS, WIPRO, TECH MAHINDRA, Smart Data, THINK, AND LEARN, INDIAN AIR FORCE, CITRIX, IGATE, INDIAN NAVY, and many more. It has maintained a median package of approximately IRN 2.5 LPA from the last 3 years.

Ques. Is there any option for career enhancement available at HPU Shimla?

Ans. Yes, apart from providing a normal course of study, there is a separate wing for the professional enhancement of the students which is constituted with faculty members who can teach Verbal Ability, Analytical Skills, and Soft Skills. The university has been making efforts to prepare the students for central and state competitive examinations as well.