The Campus: A Large Integrated "University Town"

SPU operates from a large, self-contained campus.

• Location: Situated at Kamana Char Rasta, Visnagar, Mehsana District, Gujarat.

• Campus Size & Vibe: The campus is spread over 80+ acres, functioning as an integrated "university town." It features modern, distinct buildings for its 14+ constituent colleges/faculties, a large teaching hospital, administrative offices, extensive hostels, and recreational areas.

• Infrastructure & Facilities:

• Constituent Institutes: Dedicated, modern buildings for its diverse faculties (Medical, Dental, Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, AYUSH, Management, Computer Science, Science & Commerce, etc.).

• Learning Resources: A large Central Library and specialized libraries (totaling ~1 Lakh books and 35,000+ e-resources) with digital access (EBSCO, K-Hub, DELNET) and RFID systems.

• Advanced Laboratories: A key strength. Features high-tech labs for all disciplines, including:

• Medical/Health: Advanced pre-clinical/para-clinical labs, a sophisticated molecular lab, simulation centers, advanced dental labs, and pharmaceutical labs.

• Engineering: Labs for all branches (CSE, IT, ME, CE, EE), including Centre of Excellence in Drone Technology and Electric Vehicle Technology.

• Other: Language labs, computer labs, psychology labs, etc.

• Hospital Integration: Seamless integration with the Nootan General Hospital and Dental Hospital.

• Residential Life: Extensive, separate hostels for boys (~700 capacity) and girls (~1000 capacity).

• Amenities: Auditoriums, seminar halls, food courts/canteens, banking facilities (Axis Bank ATM), convenience stores, transportation (fleet of 45+ buses), gymnasium, and comprehensive sports facilities.

Healthcare Hub: Nootan General Hospital & Dental Hospital

Healthcare education and delivery are central pillars of Sankalchand Patel University.

• Flagship Hospital: Yes, the university runs the Nootan General Hospital, a large multi-specialty, tertiary care teaching hospital, integral to the campus.

• Scale & Services: This hospital is a major healthcare provider for the North Gujarat region. Key features include:

• Capacity: A substantial bed capacity (reported as 800+ beds).

• Services: Offers comprehensive healthcare across all major clinical specialties and super-specialties. It features 24x7 Emergency & Trauma, advanced Critical Care units (ICUs), modern Operation Theatres, a Cath Lab, and high-end diagnostic services (MRI, CT Scan, 3D-4D Sonography, NABL accredited Labs), Blood Bank, Dialysis Unit, and Pharmacy.

• Dental Hospital: The Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital operates its own large, fully-equipped dental hospital with high patient inflow.

• AYUSH Hospitals: The constituent Ayurvedic and Homoeopathic colleges also have their associated teaching hospitals.

Educational Engine: This extensive network of hospitals (Allopathic, Dental, AYUSH) serves as the core clinical training ground for SPU's students in MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, MDS, BAMS, BHMS, Nursing, Pharmacy (Pharm.D), Physiotherapy, and Allied Health Sciences, providing vast, hands-on patient exposure.

Fee Structure: Reflecting Private Status in Gujarat

As a private university, SPU's fees vary significantly. Medical/Dental/AYUSH fees are regulated by the state's Fee Regulatory Committee (FRC) and admissions are managed via state counselling.

Campus Living: Comprehensive Hostel Facilities

SPU is a predominantly residential university with extensive hostel facilities.

• Accommodation: Separate, well-secured hostel blocks for boys (~700 capacity) and girls (~1000 capacity) are available within the campus. Room options typically include AC/Non-AC, with various sharing configurations.

• Amenities: Hostels are modern and provide essential furniture, 24/7 security, power backup, Wi-Fi, common rooms, recreational facilities, gyms, study halls, laundry services, housekeeping, and warden supervision. Excellent medical support via Nootan Hospital.

• Dining: Dedicated mess halls serve hygienic multi-cuisine meals (catering to diverse tastes) according to a fixed schedule. Canteens and food courts offer additional variety.

• Cost: Hostel and mess fees are an additional annual expense. Costs vary based on AC/Non-AC and room sharing.

• Hostel Fee (Annual): ~₹50,000 (Non-AC) to ₹70,000 (AC).

• Mess Charges (Monthly): ~₹4,000.

Total annual cost can range from ~₹98,000 to ₹1,20,000 or more. Confirm the specific rates during admission.

Admissions & Career Launch: The SPU Pathway (State Counselling & Merit)

• Getting Through the Door:

• Medical/Dental/AYUSH (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/MD/MS/MDS): Admission is strictly based on qualifying rank in NEET-UG, NEET-PG/MDS, or AIAPGET. Seat allotment for all categories (Govt Quota, Management Quota, NRI Quota) is handled entirely through the Gujarat State Centralized Counselling Process conducted by the ACPUGMEC.

• Physiotherapy / B.Sc Nursing / Allied Health: Admission is also handled by ACPUGMEC based on NEET-UG scores or Class 12 merit, depending on the specific course and state policy for that year.

• Engineering (B.Tech) & Pharmacy (B.Pharm): Admission is typically based on scores from GUJCET (Gujarat CET) or JEE (Main), followed by counselling conducted by the ACPC (Admission Committee for Professional Courses), Gujarat.

• MBA/MCA: Admission is based on CMAT scores, followed by centralized counselling (ACPC).

• Other UG/PG Courses (BBA, B.Sc, MA, etc.): Admission is generally based on merit in the qualifying examination (Class 12/Graduation), potentially through the Gujarat Common Admission Services (GCAS) portal or direct university application.

• Always check the official SPU website and the relevant state counselling portals (ACPUGMEC, ACPC, GCAS) for the precise procedures.

• Career Kickstart (Placements): SPU has an active central placement cell and strong departmental cells (especially for Engineering, Pharmacy, and Management).

• Industry Focus: Leveraging its location in the Mehsana-Visnagar industrial belt and proximity to Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, SPU has strong connections with IT, Manufacturing, Pharma, and Healthcare sectors.

• Recruiters: Attracts a large number of recruiters. For Engineering/Management: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, L&T, Adani Group, Torrent, Reliance, Siemens, Cognizant, IndusInd Bank. For Pharma/Healthcare: Sun Pharma, Cipla, Zydus, Torrent Pharma, Amneal, Apollo Hospitals, Nootan Hospital.

• Salary Potential: SPU reports a high number of placements (4500+). The highest package reported reaches up to ₹13.5 LPA. The average package for core B.Tech (CSE) and MBA graduates typically falls in the ₹3.0 LPA to ₹5.0 LPA range. Clinical graduates and Nursing/Allied Health graduates have very high employability in the healthcare sector.

For International & NRI Aspirants

SPU has a dedicated International Student Cell and clear provisions for NRI/International students, primarily governed by state counselling for medical courses.