UPES inks MoU with Indian Air Force
- UPES will earmark seats, offer scholarships, fee waivers, and other academic support
Dehradun : UPES, a Dehradun-based multidisciplinary university has signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Indian Air Force to offer various undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD and online programs to the wards and spouses of IAF personnel, including those who are serving, retired, disabled, or died in harness.
As per the MoU, the university will reserve seats and provide scholarships of up to 30% for students enrolling in full-time undergraduate programs such as BBA, BTech, LLB, BSc (Hons), BA, and BA (Hons). The scholarships will be awarded based on scores achieved in Class 12th exams, CUET, or JEE.
Furthermore, UPES will provide part-time PhD programs tailored for IAF Officers, emphasising research in Aviation, Aeronautics, Engineering, Management, Science and Technology, Legal Studies, and Logistics and Supply, in line with the IAF’s educational and R&D priorities.
In order to ensure comprehensive support, UPES Online, the digital learning vertical of UPES, will also offer various courses including MBA, BBA, BCA, Post Graduate Program (PGP) and certificate courses to Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel and their families. Some of the key benefits offered under this partnership include a 20% fee waiver, and a 5% relaxation in eligibility criteria (minimum 45% marks required). UPES Online will offer live online classes and recorded sessions to ensure a seamless learning experience.
The MoU was signed by the Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Education), Air Vice-Marshal Rajeev Sharma and Registrar and Director of Training & Placements of UPES, Mr Manish Madaan, in the presence of senior functionaries both from the Air Force and UPES. Dr. Sunil Rai, President, UPES congratulated each one on this occasion.
As a future-focused university, UPES is dedicated to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow through an innovative multidisciplinary approach to learning. The university’s commitment to excellence ensures that every graduate is equipped to thrive in an ever-evolving world and contribute meaningfully to society.