GLA University, Mathura

About

GLA University, Mathura is a well-known private university located in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. Commonly referred to as GLA University, it was established in 2010 and evolved from the earlier GLA Institute of Technology & Management (founded in 1998). The university was founded by Late Shri Ganeshi Lal Agrawal under the GLA Educational Society. The primary goal of the university is to provide quality higher education with strong industry orientation, promote research and innovation, and develop skilled, ethical, and socially responsible professionals.

GLA University is located at 17km Stone, NH-19 (Mathura–Delhi Road), Mathura – 281406, Uttar Pradesh, India. The university has a sprawling residential campus spread over 110+ acres, offering a peaceful and disciplined academic environment. GLA follows an outcome-based, student-centric learning approach, emphasizing academic excellence, practical exposure, skill development, and industry readiness.

GLA University is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It has been accredited with NAAC ‘A+’ Grade, reflecting high standards in teaching, learning, and governance. Engineering and management programs are approved by AICTE, and several programs have professional body recognition where applicable. The university is featured in national rankings such as NIRF and is widely recognized for its academic quality, placements, and infrastructure.

GLA University offers programs at Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral (Ph.D.) levels across streams such as Engineering, Management, Science, Pharmacy, Commerce, Law, Education, and Humanities. Popular courses include B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, B.Com, BA, LLB, and Ph.D. Admissions are based on university-level entrance tests, merit, or national-level exams depending on the program. The university provides merit-based, need-based, and performance-linked scholarships to eligible students.

GLA University offers modern infrastructure and comprehensive facilities, including smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, research centers, a well-stocked central library, computer centers, auditoriums, seminar halls, and innovation labs. Additional amenities include separate hostels for boys and girls, sports complexes, gymnasium, medical facilities, cafeterias, Wi-Fi-enabled campus, and transport services.

The university has a dedicated Training & Placement Cell that provides continuous training in aptitude, technical skills, soft skills, and interview preparation. Students are placed in reputed national and multinational companies across IT, engineering, management, pharma, and core sectors. GLA University maintains a strong placement record, with regular participation from leading recruiters and consistent career outcomes.

GLA University, Mathura is a well-established private university known for its quality education, disciplined academic environment, modern infrastructure, industry-oriented curriculum, and strong placement support. With a balanced focus on academics, skill development, research, and holistic student growth, GLA University is a preferred destination for higher education in North India.

Some Highlights of GLA University, Mathura

Why Choose GLA University, Mathura ?

GLA University, Mathura is a preferred choice for students seeking quality education with strong academic discipline and career-oriented outcomes. Here are the key reasons to choose GLA University:

1. NAAC A+ Accredited University
   

   GLA University holds NAAC A+ accreditation, ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, infrastructure, and governance.

2. Reputed Private University in North India
   

   Established in 2010 (with legacy since 1998), GLA University has built a strong reputation for academic excellence and consistent results.

3. Industry-Oriented Curriculum
   

   Programs are designed with industry inputs, focusing on practical learning, internships, projects, certifications, and skill development.

4. Wide Range of Programs
   

   Offers UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs across Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Science, Commerce, Law, Education, and Humanities.

5. Strong Placement Support
   

   Dedicated Training & Placement Cell with continuous training in aptitude, coding, communication, and soft skills. Leading companies regularly recruit students.

6. Modern Infrastructure & Residential Campus
   

   A 110+ acre green campus with smart classrooms, advanced labs, libraries, hostels, sports facilities, and medical support.

7. Experienced & Qualified Faculty
   

   Faculty members include Ph.D. holders, researchers, and industry-experienced professionals who provide academic mentoring and guidance.

8. Focus on Skill Development & Certifications
   

   Special emphasis on employability skills, professional certifications, industrial training, and entrepreneurship development.

9. Scholarships & Financial Assistance
   

   Merit-based, need-based, and performance-linked scholarships help deserving students manage education costs.

10. Safe, Disciplined & Student-Friendly Environment
    

    Secure campus with strict academic discipline, mentoring systems, and a structured learning environment conducive to personal growth.

Admission Procedure

GLA University Mathura Courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 60 courses offered at GLA University Mathura. The courses are offered disciplines like Engineering, Computer Applications, Science, Management. GLA University Mathura courses includes B.Tech, MCA, B.Sc {Hons.}, MBA, Polytechnic, BCA, B Pharma, BBA, Ph.D, B.Com {Hons.}. Popular courses at GLA University Mathura are B.Tech, MCA, B.Sc {Hons.}.

Admission Criteria

B.Tech. Admission 2026

GLA University offers the B.Tech program as its flagship course. The B.Tech program is offered in 10 specializations. Admission to the B.Tech course is based on the score of the GLAET exam. Students must also complete 10+2 with physics and mathematics as the core subjects and a minimum of at least 50% marks.

UG Admission 2026

GLA University offers B.Pharm, D.Pharm, BBA, BA, B.Sc. (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.), B.Ed., B.Lib.I.Sc., and many more as its UG programs. The candidate must have passed the 10+2 exam with physics and chemistry as compulsory subjects and either mathematics or biology as one of the other subjects with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. The selection criteria are based on the GLAET examination and interview.

PG Admission 2026

GLA University offers M.Tech, M.Pharma, MA (English), MCA, M.Sc., LLM, and many more as its PG programs. For admission to all these courses, the candidates must have a minimum aggregate score of 60% in a bachelor’s degree from a recognized board.

Ph.D. Admission 2026

GLA University Mathura offers a PhD program in the fields of computer applications, engineering, science, law, agriculture, management, and humanities. The PhD program is offered in 17 specializations. Admission to the PhD program is based on the score of the GLAET exam and an interview conducted by the university.

Diploma Admission 2026

GLA University offers admission to diploma courses at the UG level. There are a total of 8 specializations under diploma courses.

Admission Process 2026

Admission to all the courses at GLA University is offered through an online entrance test, GLAET.

Candidates can apply for admission at GLA University online by following the steps mentioned below:

• Register for the entrance test by visiting the official website of GLA University.
  
• The entrance fee of INR 500 is required to be paid for D.Pharma, Diploma in Engg., and B.Ed courses and INR 700 for other courses.
  
• Pay the application fee by credit card/debit card or net banking or cash, or a demand draft is drawn in favor of ‘GLA University,’ payable at Vrindavan.
  
• After successful registration, candidates will be given a unique registration ID and password.
  

Scholarship

GLA University offers scholarships for students seeking admission to B.Tech based on their merit in the 12th examination or based on their JEE-Mains Percentile. The eligibility criteria are mentioned below:

• Meritorious Scholarship: Candidates with 90% in 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are eligible for INR 33,000 per annum and candidates securing 80-89% are eligible for a scholarship of INR 25,000 per annum.

• Based on JEE-MAINS Percentile: Candidates eligible for a scholarship based on JEE-MAINS Percentile.

Placement

GLA University Mathura Placement Report 2025 has not been released yet. According to the official website and NIRF data 2025. The highest package offered was of INR 55 LPA, while the average package offered was of INR 6.3 LPA.

For UG (3-year) courses, 387 out of 845 qualified students were placed in 2023–24, representing a placement rate of approximately 45.8%, with the median package reaching INR 3.5 LPA; in 2022–23, 360 out of 727 were placed (49.5%), with a median of INR 3.1 LPA. The UG (4-year) segment saw 834 placements from 1422 qualified students in 2023–24 (58.6% placement rate), with the median package at INR 6.0 LPA; the previous year marked 1254 placements from 1664 qualified students (75.4%), and a median package of INR 5.5 LPA. For PG (2-year) courses, 627 out of 1018 qualified students were placed in 2023–24 (61.6%), with a median package of INR 6.0 LPA; in 2022–23, 435 out of 613 qualified students were placed (71.0%), earning a median package of INR 5.5 LPA.

Facilities Offered @ GLA University, Mathura

The Central Library is the hub of information services in the university. It serves as a creative and innovative partner in supporting the teaching, learning, and research activities. With a fast growing collection, both in digital and print format using state-of-the-art facilities, currently the Central Library has more than 169899 books over 4,500 CD-ROMs and subscribes to more than 95 national and international journals/magazines in print besides a larger number of e-journals through INDEST-AICTE Consortium for Subscription of International Journals of IEEE/IEE (IEL Online+ASPP), ASME are available to the academic community all over the campus.

GLA University has a total of 135 well equipped labs where the students get a hands-on experience on various emerging technologies through which they get an opportunity to expand their practical understanding of how a particular phenomenon works. This practical understanding comes really handy when they use those tools in practical situation, actually, in a corporate or on a project. Every department has its own laboratories where Students work with state-of-the-art machines under expert guidance from experienced and trained Faculty members.

For students to grow mentally, physical growth is mandatory. They need proper nourishment, which is only possible through a balanced diet. Keeping that in mind, all the cafeterias have menus that are planned by a group of expert dietitians which provide them with healthy and nutritious food. We understand that students have cravings for snacks occasionally, but we ensure that they don’t eat junk. The food provided in the cafeterias is hygienic and vegetarian. We have 4 cafeterias on campus that help the students to fulfill their cravings as and when they want. The cafeteria offers a good menu of multi-cuisine delights, with a lively and jolly atmosphere.

The future of India, of any country for that matter, lies with its youth. GLA University has taken on the onerous responsibility of imparting comprehensive and high quality education, which is both vocational-based and professional in nature, to the young minds who desire to be part of the booming world economy in general and the Indian economy in particular. Just as the university has evolved from a humble institution (but with high aspirations) to its present size, the Health Care unit – aptly named AAROGYAM, has grown too. We now have four qualified and experienced physicians, ably supported by efficient nursing aides.

Hostel

Thousands of students from all across the country live in the hostels at GLA University, which comes closest to being 'a home away from home'. GLA University provides well-furnished hostel facilities for its outstation candidates. The campus hostels are surrounded by lush green lawns and playing fields. The separate facilities for boys and girls, caring wardens and tight security ensure a pleasant stay to ensure students focus on their academics. The hostels have complete power backup. Facilities for indoor games like TT, carom, chess, television etc. are also available.

A warden / hostel in-charge looks after the administration of the hostel. Students enjoy a homely and comfortable stay with a sense of camaraderie and fraternity. Hygienic, quality food prepared by professionally-qualified cooks is provided for the students in the hostel canteen. Meals provided in the hostel mess are wholesome and nourishing. The mess caters to the tastes of the students with varied culinary preferences from different regions. The mess menu is planned and managed by the students in consultation with the caterer and the management.

Students also get a highly professional on-campus laundry service. Whilst internet access and STD facilities ensure close contact with family and friends outside, the fully equipped common rooms allow for that relaxed time with friends on campus.

The campus has strict security through smart cards, biometric readers, the latest IP cameras, fire warning systems, 24-hour guards. For total care for any emergency, we have our own dispensaries with the best doctors and nurses.

We have 15 boys’ hostels with a housing capacity of 4300+ boys and 4 girls’ hostels with a seating capacity of 1400 girls. Students are provided with TV, newspapers etc. All the hostels have in-door games, like Carom, Badminton, TT. A multipurpose Gym has been set up for complete fitness, which includes cardio & strength training.

A newly-constructed 800-room hostel at GLA has been awarded the 'best 11 architecture designs' by the World Architecture Community, UK – a globally-acknowledged architecture consortium. This hostel consists of five, 4-level blocks. Its structure depicts the streets of a historical place. The hostel building is oriented towards the north to give residents a scenic garden view.

Each room has a wedge-shaped bay window that provides protection from the sun and lets in natural light at the same time. Ventilation openings in the internal corridors facilitate cross-ventilation that does away with the need for a climate control system in a zone where the average temperature is in excess of 30° C for 8 months of the year.

Our Center strives continuously to achieve academic excellence through its programs-committed to preserving & enhancing the core values of the teaching profession. ASC organizes advanced level and more disciplines, FDPs, Workshops, Seminars and PDPs, for capacity enhancement and continuous knowledge up-gradation and exposure to emerging developments of faculty to utilize fast-growing Information and Communication Technology support to teaching and research in higher Education.

Through our programs, we equip the teachers with necessary skills to meet the ever mounting challenges of higher education and inculcate in them the pride of belonging to this noble profession and become role models for generations to come.

Transport

GLA University has a fleet of luxury AC Buses and Non-AC Deluxe buses providing transport facility to the students of Mathura region covering the distance of 45 km towards Kosi Kalan, 35 Km. towards Chhata, and nearly 15 km towards Vrindavan. GLA owns the fleet of 17 buses along with 16 contract buses. University buses are equipped with all safety devices i.e. GPS, to track the bus location, Route, Speed etc. and speed governor to restrict the speed of the buses as per the Supreme Court guidelines, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit. From the safety point of view, Buses of GLA University board (at the time of departure from Campus) and de-board (after arrival at campus) the students inside the campus premises only. Students are allowed to board or de-board the bus at the scheduled stops only. We also allot seat numbers to every transport-facility user on the basis of first-come-first-serve (the student deposit the transport fee first, gets the seat first). Transport ID Card is valid for one Academic Session of the respective Institute. Transport fee is collected one time in advance for the whole academic session at the time of availing transport facility.