About Gautam Buddha University

Gautam Buddha University, established by the Uttar Pradesh Act (9) of 2002, commenced its first academic session at its 455 acres lush green campus at Greater Noida in August 2008. The University is fully funded by the New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) and the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), the undertakings of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The University envisions to become a world class centre for excellence in education with a special focus to serve the under privileged and economically challenged sections of the society. The campus is modeled as a fully residential educational campus in line with the best institutions of higher learning across the globe. The uniqueness of its reputation is acknowledged through the format, content and pedagogy of its programmes and their relevance to the society. The University is recognized by the University Grants Commission under UGC Act and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities.The university was established by the Uttar Pradesh Gautam Buddha University Act 2002 UP Act no. 9 of 2002 and began its first academic session in 2008. The university is fully funded by the NOIDA and GNIDA and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).The university offers undergraduate, post graduate and doctorate programmes and conducts an entrance examination for each course. The candidates can appear for these examinations depending upon the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria. GPTU is the test for undergraduate level courses. GPT is the test for postgraduate level courses.

Information compiled from:Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida- Website