The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) is a research-intensive public central university located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. It was established in 2009 under the Central Universities Act, 2009, by the Parliament of India, and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). CUJ has earned an ‘A+’ Grade accreditation from NAAC (as of 2025), reflecting its commitment to quality education.

The university offers a wide array of programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels through various Schools of Study, including Engineering & Technology, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Languages. Admissions to UG and PG programs are primarily conducted through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET).

B.Tech in several specializations, including Environment & Sustainability, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. The university also recently started offering an integrated B.Tech and M.Tech program in Computer Science.

Between INR 2.19 lakh and INR 2.62 lakh for four-year BTech program

• Separate Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels are available with basic amenities like refurbished rooms, study tables, cots, 24×7 water supply etc.
• The university has a good number of classrooms, including Digital Smart Classrooms with projectors and sound systems.
• The library is equipped with a large collection of books, periodicals, and e-resources.
• The dispensary offers OPD services, first aid, and has a pharmacy where medicines are available free of cost.
• The university provides shuttle services/transportation for students, staff, and faculty, with buses covering various routes.

The Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) B.Tech admission process involves registering for and taking the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), followed by a university-specific counselling process. Candidates must appear for the CUET exam, and admission is based on performance in this test, followed by counselling and document verification as per CUJ’s guidelines.