Children''s Research University: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Ranking & Gandhinagar Campus Life

About Children's University - [CU] Gandhi Nagar

Children's University (Children's Research University), established in 2009, is located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, and is a State university created by the Government of Gujarat to focus on child-centred studies and research; it operates under state university statutes and is registered with the University Grants Commission (UGC). Official sources identify the institution as Children's Research University / Children's University, Gandhinagar, with its campus in Sector 20, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, and governance linked to the founding state/legislative act and parent body in the Government of Gujarat.

The university is UGC-approved and offers programmes across Education, Psychology, Social Work, Science and allied areas including UG, PG, MPhil and PhD programmes; key academic offerings include MA, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., PG diplomas and certificate courses focused on child development, education and allied disciplines, with admissions and course details published on the university website.

Key Highlights

Parameter	Details
Full Name	Children's University (Children's Research University), Gandhinagar
Established	2009
Type	State University
Affiliation	Autonomous State University (UGC-recognised)
Approved By	University Grants Commission (UGC)
Campus	Sector 20, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Courses	UG, PG, MPhil, PhD; PG diplomas & certificate programmes in Education, Psychology, Social Work and allied fields
Website	https://www.cugujarat.ac.in

Admission Dates 2026

Children's University Gandhinagar conducts admissions for PG programs like MA, MSW, MSc, and PhD through the Gujarat Common Admission Services (GCAS) portal on a merit basis using marks from the last qualifying exam. PhD admissions require CRU PET entrance exam scores or exemptions via UGC-NET/GSET. The process involves online registration, preference filling, provisional allotment, document verification, and fee payment.Children's University Gandhinagar conducts admissions for PG programs like MA, MSW, MSc, and PhD through the Gujarat Common Admission Services (GCAS) portal on a merit basis using marks from the last qualifying exam. PhD admissions require CRU PET entrance exam scores or exemptions via UGC-NET/GSET. The process involves online registration, preference filling, provisional allotment, document verification, and fee payment.

Programme	Event	Date
MSW	Admission Round 2 Final Phase I	20 Sep 2026
MSW	Admission Round 3 Final Phase I	22 Sep 2026

Admission Process

Children's University Gandhinagar offers PG admissions through Gujarat Common Admission Services (GCAS) portal on merit basis of qualifying exam marks. PhD admissions require CRU PET entrance test or NET/GATE exemption followed by interview. PG Diploma and certificate courses follow merit selection via GCAS registration.

PG Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Visit GCAS portal at gcas.gujgov.edu.in and register with basic details.
2. Login, fill application form and select Children's University PG courses.
3. Upload scanned documents and pay application fee online.
4. Complete preference filling for courses.
5. Check provisional seat allotment on GCAS portal.
6. Verify documents and pay course fees for confirmation.

PhD Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Register on university portal or GCAS for CRU PET with INR 1000 fee.
2. Appear for CRU PET entrance test if not NET/GATE qualified.
3. Attend interview for shortlisted candidates.
4. Verify documents at admission centre.
5. Pay admission fee to confirm seat.

Eligibility Criteria & Fees

Programme	Qualification	Entrance Exam	Min %	Fees (per year)
M.A Sanskrit	Bachelor's degree	Merit	50	₹4500
MSW	Bachelor's degree	Merit	50	₹4500
M.Sc Foods and Nutrition	B.Sc relevant	Merit	50	₹4500
M.A Education	Bachelor's degree	Merit	50	₹4500
M.A Gujarati	Bachelor's degree	Merit	50	₹4500
M.A Child Psychology	Bachelor's degree Psychology	Merit	50	₹4500
PG Diploma ECCE	Undergraduate degree	Merit	50	₹4500
PhD	Master's degree relevant	CRU PET/NET	55	₹20000

Documents Required

• Class 10th mark sheet
• Class 12th mark sheet
• Degree mark sheet
• Photo ID proof
• School leaving certificate
• Character certificate
• Transfer certificate
• Passport-size photographs

Placements 2025

Children's University Gandhinagar placement cell conducts soft skills training, aptitude tests, group discussions, and mock interviews for PG students. Placement activities focus on securing opportunities in reputed organizations.

Placement Statistics

Parameter	Value

Top Recruiters

IT: Google, Samsung

Consulting: Aditya Birla Group

Branch-wise Placement

Branch	Highest	Average	%Placed

Rankings & Accreditations

Children's University, Gandhinagar does not feature in NIRF 2025 rankings across university, overall, or college categories. EduRank places it at #688 in India, #48 in Gujarat, and #11 in Gandhinagar for 2025.

Other Rankings

Agency	Rank	Year
EduRank (India)	#688	2025
EduRank (Gujarat)	#48	2025
EduRank (Gandhinagar)	#11	2025

Accreditations

• UGC: Accredited

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Children's University Gandhinagar students access financial aid through Gujarat state schemes via Digital Gujarat Portal and national schemes on NSP. Scholarships target SC students and general category based on merit and income. Applications integrate with state IFMS for DBT payments.

Government Scholarships

Scheme	For	Amount	Portal
GOI Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (BCK-6.1)	Scheduled Caste post-matric students	₹7000 (Group A), ₹9500 (Group B), ₹6500 (Group C), ₹6000 (Group C maintenance), ₹4000 (Group D), ₹3000 (Group D maintenance) + tuition/other fees	Digital Gujarat
Mukhyamantri Yuva Svavlamban Yojana (MYSY)	Gujarat domicile, >80% in 12th, income < ₹6 lakh/year	₹1,00,000 or actual tuition	https://mysy.guj.nic.in

Comparison

Children’s University, Gandhinagar is compared with Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar and Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) because all three are Gujarat-based universities in Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad region frequently considered by students for postgraduate and research programs and appear together in regional ranking listings and admissions discussions.These institutions are compared because they serve similar postgraduate/research aspirants in the same city/region (Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad), appear in national rankings, and are commonly evaluated on government accreditation, fees and placement outcomes by applicants.

Parameter	Children's University - [CU] Gandhi Nagar	Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar	Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)
Type	State University	Private (Deemed-to-be University)	Institute of National Importance (Public)
Established	2009	2007 (as Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University; became PDEU)	2008
NIRF 2025	Not ranked in NIRF University top 100 (no university rank entry in NIRF 2025 list for CU)	Rank band 101–150 (University category, NIRF 2025)	Rank 39 (University category, NIRF 2025)
NAAC	Accredited (NAAC grade reported on official NAAC portal/University site)	NAAC A (most recent cycle reported on university disclosures)	NAAC A (IITGN reports NAAC A grade)
Fee (Total)	₹0.03L–₹0.40L (typical PG program annual fees approx. ₹3,200–₹35,150 per year as published for CU programs; total depends on program duration)	₹1.63L–₹11.53L (programme-dependent total fees as published by PDEU for full programme fees range)	₹0.96L–₹8.79L (typical annual/total fee ranges for IITGN programmes as published)
Highest Package	₹6 LPA (highest reported campus/industry placement figures for select PG/PhD placements reported in university placement notes)	₹40 LPA (highest domestic/overall package reported in PDEU placement reports 2024–25)	₹70 LPA (highest package reported in IITGN placement reports 2024–25)
Average Package	₹3–4 LPA (average for select PG placements as per university placement summaries)	₹6–8 LPA (average across major programmes reported by PDEU placements 2024–25)	₹12–18 LPA (average for BTech/MTech cohorts reported by IITGN placements 2024–25)

Key Strengths

• Children's University - [CU] Gandhi Nagar: Specialized focus on child-centred disciplines (child development, child psychology, education and allied social sciences) with research and PG/PhD programs tailored to child welfare and applied practice.
• Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU): Strong industry links in energy and engineering, multidisciplinary technical and management programs with consistently higher placement packages and active research collaborations in energy sector.
• Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN): Nationally visible technical and research institute with high NIRF rank, strong research output, interdisciplinary programs, substantial placement outcomes and robust funding for projects.

Notes and sources: Institutional facts, NIRF 2025 rankings and placement/fee reports are taken from official university disclosures and NIRF 2025 published lists; NAAC accreditation status is from NAAC and institutional reports; fee and placement ranges reflect programme-dependent published figures for 2024–25 and institutional placement reports for 2024–25–2025 cycles.

Campus & Infrastructure

Children's University campus spans 8 acres in Sector-20, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, near Rajbhavan and Subhash Chandra Bose Shikshan Sankul. The semi-urban location provides access to essential amenities and transport links.

Campus Details

Parameter	Details
Area	8 acres
Location	Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Hostel

Type	Capacity	Fee/Year
Boys	Non AC	₹29,440 - ₹31,400

Other Facilities

• Gym: Available for boys and girls
• Auditorium: On campus
• Cafeteria: Offers refreshments

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for PG courses at Children's University Gandhinagar?

Visit the GCAS portal at gcas.gujgov.edu.in, fill the application form, pay the fee, upload documents like Class 10th/12th marksheets and pay the course fee after provisional allotment. Admissions confirm post document verification.

What is the eligibility for M.Sc Foods and Nutrition?

Candidates need B.Sc in Food and Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Home Science, or B.A./B.R.S. in Home Science. Selection occurs via merit in the last qualifying exam through GCAS portal.

What are the PhD eligibility criteria and entrance exam?

Master's degree in relevant discipline with 55% marks required. Appear for CRU PET unless NET/GATE qualified; attend interview and pay admission fee post verification.

How much is the first-year fee for MSW program?

MSW first-year fee stands at Rs 4,500. Eligibility requires bachelor's degree in any discipline with merit-based selection.

What is the fee for PhD first year?

PhD first-year fee is Rs 20,000. Specializations include Education, Gujarati, Sanskrit, Home Science, Psychology, Physics.

Does Children's University offer scholarships?

Scholarships available for eligible students based on merit and categories like reserved quotas or financial need through the university schemes.

What is the highest placement package offered?

Highest package reaches INR 10 LPA with average at INR 4 LPA. Training and Placement Cell conducts drives for freshers.

Which companies recruit from Children's University?

Campus placement drives hire freshers directly; specific recruiters visit annually through the Training and Placement Cell for various programs.

What PG specializations are available in M.A. programs?

M.A. offered in Sanskrit, Education, Gujarati, Child Psychology. Requires bachelor's degree under 10+2+3 pattern with merit selection.

Is there a CRU PET for PhD admissions?

CRU PET is the PhD entrance test conducted by the university. NET/GATE candidates exempt; followed by interview rounds.

What facilities does the library offer?

Library stocks over 5,500 storybooks, 48 journal titles, provides reference services, CAS, interlibrary loans, and OPAC access.

Are there hostel facilities at Children's University?

Campus supports student accommodation with indoor/outdoor sports; co-curricular activities encouraged alongside hostel living.

What sports facilities are available?

Sports facilities for students and staff include events and tournaments; gym available for boys and girls to enhance physique.

Does the campus have a cafeteria?

Canteen offers variety of refreshments at reasonable rates to students and staff across the 8-acre campus.

What is the IT infrastructure like?

Excellent IT setup includes Wi-Fi and computer hub facilities for students throughout the campus.

Is there a health centre on campus?

Health centre provides first-aid; tie-ups with nearby hospitals for emergencies on the Gandhinagar campus.

What documents are needed for admission?

Required: Class 10th/12th marksheets, degree marksheet, photo ID proof, transfer certificate, character certificate, passport-size photos.