Sharda University isn't just another name on the list; it's a prominent Private University with a distinctly global outlook, strategically located in Greater Noida, part of the National Capital Region (NCR). Established in 2009 under the U.P. State Act, it's part of the Sharda Group of Institutions, which has a longer history in education.
The university's vibe is cosmopolitan, actively promoting diversity with a significant international student population drawn from many countries. Its mission blends global education standards with a focus on research, innovation, and preparing students for international careers.
It stands on solid ground with key recognitions:
Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A+' Grade.
Holds approvals from major professional bodies for its diverse programs: NMC (Medical), DCI (Dental), BCI (Law), AICTE (Engineering & Management), CoA (Architecture), PCI (Pharmacy), INC (Nursing), and NCTE (Education).
Sharda's campus is designed to impress and function efficiently.
Location: Situated in the planned city of Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, offering good connectivity to Delhi and the NCR.
Campus Size & Feel: Spread across 63 acres, the campus is modern, well-maintained, and buzzes with activity. It feels like a contemporary academic environment.
Infrastructure Highlights:
Academic Blocks: Distinct, well-equipped buildings for its various schools (Engineering, Medical, Law, Business, etc.).
Learning Resources: A large, multi-storey Central Library rich in print and digital resources, alongside specialized departmental libraries.
Labs & Studios: State-of-the-art laboratories for engineering disciplines, computer science, medical sciences (including simulation labs), design studios, media labs, and language labs.
Technology Integration: Smart classrooms, campus-wide Wi-Fi, and extensive use of technology in teaching and administration.
Performance Spaces: Multiple auditoriums and seminar halls equipped for large-scale events, conferences, and cultural activities.
Sports Infrastructure: Good facilities for indoor and outdoor sports, including cricket grounds, football fields, basketball/tennis courts, and a modern gymnasium.
Amenities Galore: Food courts offering diverse cuisines, cafes, banking services (ATMs/branch), convenience stores, and health services are readily available on campus.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Integral to the university, especially its Schools of Medical and Dental Sciences, is the Sharda Hospital.
On-Campus Hospital: Yes, Sharda University has its own large, multi-super speciality teaching hospital – Sharda Hospital – located right on campus.
Scale & Services: It's a significant tertiary care hospital with a reported capacity of 1200+ beds. It offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including:
24x7 Emergency, Trauma, and Critical Care (multiple ICUs).
Advanced diagnostic services (including high-end Radiology like MRI/CT and Pathology).
State-of-the-art Operation Theatres.
Speciality and Super-Speciality OPDs and IPDs covering nearly all medical fields.
Dedicated Centers for Cancer, Renal Sciences (Dialysis), Cardiac Care, etc.
Blood Bank and Pharmacy services.
Accreditation: The hospital holds NABH accreditation, signifying adherence to high quality and patient safety standards.
Training Ground: Sharda Hospital is the primary clinical training site for the university's MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, MDS, Nursing, Paramedical, and Pharmacy students, providing crucial hands-on experience in a busy healthcare environment.
State University Affordability
Sharda provides extensive and mandatory (for many courses) on-campus residential facilities.
Accommodation: Separate, secure, multi-story hostel blocks for boys and girls offer various room types – typically AC and Non-AC options, with occupancy ranging from single seaters (limited) to double, triple, or even four-seater rooms.
Amenities: Hostels are generally well-maintained, offering basic furniture, 24/7 security, power backup, Wi-Fi, common rooms with TV/recreation, laundry services (paid), housekeeping, and warden supervision. Some hostels might have attached gyms or reading rooms.
Dining: Multiple mess halls and food courts across the campus cater to diverse tastes, serving varied menus (including regional and sometimes international options) for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner. Hygiene is usually emphasized.
Cost: Hostel and mess fees are a significant additional annual expense. Depending on AC/Non-AC and room sharing, expect costs ranging roughly from ₹1,30,000 to ₹2,00,000 or more per year. Confirm the exact rates for your chosen room type during admission.
Getting In:
Primary Mode: Sharda conducts its own online entrance test, the Sharda University Admission Test (SUAT), for admission to most UG and PG programs (B.Tech, MBA, BBA, Law, BCA, Journalism, Design, etc.).
National Scores Accepted: Scores from national entrance exams are also widely accepted and may exempt candidates from SUAT:
MBBS/BDS/MD/MS/MDS: Strictly via NEET-UG / NEET-PG / NEET-MDS ranks + State/MCC Counselling.
B.Tech: JEE (Main) ranks are accepted (often with direct admission possibility based on good scores).
MBA: CAT/MAT/XAT scores are considered.
Law: CLAT/LSAT scores are considered.
B.Arch: NATA scores are required.
Merit-Based: Some UG/PG programs (especially non-professional ones) might offer admission based on merit in the qualifying examination (Class 12/Graduation).
Launching Careers (Placements): Sharda University has a very active and well-structured placement division (often called the Career Counseling and Placement Cell).
Industry Interface: Strong connections with a wide range of companies across multiple sectors. Regular campus recruitment drives are a key feature.
Training: Emphasis on pre-placement training, soft skills development, mock interviews, and resume building.
Recruiters: Major recruiters from IT (Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra), Consulting, Banking & Finance (ICICI, HDFC, Axis), E-commerce, Manufacturing, Media, Healthcare, and Education sectors regularly visit the campus.
Salary Outcomes: Sharda generally reports good placement statistics. While highest packages can be quite impressive (sometimes exceeding ₹20 LPA or much more for exceptional candidates), the average package for courses like B.Tech and MBA typically falls in the ₹5 LPA to ₹7 LPA range. Placements for other streams vary.
Sharda University actively caters to international and NRI students.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
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