University Institute of Information Technology, Himachal Pradesh University

University Institute of Information Technology (UIIT), Shimla

Established in 2000, the University Institute of Information Technology (UIIT) is a premier government engineering institute under Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla. Approved by AICTE, UIIT offers undergraduate B.Tech programs across five disciplines: Information Technology, Computer Science Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. The institute is renowned for its academic excellence, industry-aligned curriculum, and strong placement support.

Admissions 2025

Programs Offered:

• B.Tech (4 years)

• B.Tech Lateral Entry (3 years)

Specializations:

• Information Technology (IT)

• Computer Science Engineering (CSE)

• Civil Engineering (CE)

• Electrical Engineering (EE)

• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)

Application Process:

• Apply online via the UIIT website

• Application Fee: ₹1000

• Admission through UIIT HPU CET (offline, pen & paper mode)

• Counseling based on entrance exam rank

Seat Intake:

• 60 seats per branch (General)

• Additional reserved seats for EWS, single girl child, HPU employees’ wards, J&K residents, and foreign students

Eligibility Criteria

For B.Tech (Fresh Entry):

• 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one elective subject

• Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)

• Maximum age: 22 years as of July 1, 2025

For B.Tech (Lateral Entry):

• 3-year Diploma in IT/CSE/ECE or B.Sc. with Physics & Mathematics

• Minimum 60% marks

• Preference for candidates from Himachal Pradesh

Placements

UIIT's dedicated Training & Placement Cell facilitates student employability through:

• Industry interactions

• Mock interviews & group discussions

• Internship assistance

• Resume building workshops

Placement Highlights (2023):

• Students Placed: 110

• Median Salary: ₹4 LPA

• Top Recruiters: Wipro, Infosys, Capgemini, TCS, Adobe, Jungleworks, GreyB

Scholarships

UIIT offers merit-based scholarships for each academic year:

• 1st Year: Based on 10+2 results

• Subsequent Years: Based on cumulative academic performance

• Amount: ₹500/month for one academic session

Campus Facilities

Situated within HPU's lush 200-acre campus in Summerhill, Shimla, UIIT provides:

• Wi-Fi enabled classrooms and labs

• Well-stocked library with over 3,500 books

• On-campus health center

• Cafeteria and guest house facilities

• Separate hostels for boys and girls