Overview

Management Education and Research Institute (MERI), New Delhi – also known as MERI – is a private institute established in 1997 located in New Delhi, Delhi, India. MERI operates a single campus in Delhi offering management and engineering education.

The institute is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi.

Official website: https://www.meridelhi.org/

Quick Facts

• Founder & Chairperson: S.P. Aggarwal
• Director: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-15
• Student count: Approximately 2000+
• Departments: Management, Computer Science, Law, Applied Sciences
• Contact info: Phone: +91-11-26980000, Email: meri@meridelhi.org
• NAAC Accreditation: Not accredited as per official NAAC portal (2024)
• NIRF Ranking: Not ranked as per latest 2024 NIRF data

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Management, Computer Applications, Law, Applied Sciences
• Popular Programs:
  • BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) – 3 years – Regular
  • BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) – 3 years – Regular
  • B.Tech (various branches) – 4 years – Regular
  • MBA (Master of Business Administration) – 2 years – Regular
  • PhD programs under GGSIPU affiliation in Management and Computer Applications (subject to university norms)
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Intake: Varies by program, approx. 60–120 per course

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance-based and merit-based admissions
• Accepted Exams:
  • CUET (GGSIPU Common Entrance Test) for undergraduate programs
  • GGSIPU CET for MBA and B.Tech
  • Management quota admissions also available
• Timeline: April–July for most courses, varies by program
• Admission page: MERI Admissions
• Application Steps:
  1. Fill and submit online application form on official portal
  2. Appear for relevant entrance examination
  3. Merit list published by GGSIPU/Institute
  4. Document verification and fee payment
  5. Admission confirmation

Eligibility

• BBA/BCA: 10+2 pass with minimum 50% aggregate marks (varies with reservation), age not more than 25 years
• B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and minimum 45–50% marks
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks
• PhD: Master's degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent as per GGSIPU regulations
• Documents: Mark sheets, entrance scorecard, identity proof, passport size photographs

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees:
  • BBA/BCA: ₹90,000–₹1,20,000 per annum (tuition + exam fees)
  • B.Tech: ₹1,35,000 approx. per annum
  • MBA: ₹1,50,000 approx. per annum
  • Hostel Fees: ₹60,000–₹80,000 per annum (optional)
• Scholarships: Merit-based and reserved category scholarships available; government scholarships as per Delhi state schemes and central govt for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories. See: National Scholarship Portal

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Approx. 70%–80% students placed yearly
• Average CTC: ₹3.5 LPA (varies by program)
• Highest CTC: ₹6 LPA+
• Top Recruiters: HCL, Wipro, Infosys, IBM, Genpact
• Placement Cell: Placement and Training Cell | Email: placement@meridelhi.org | Phone: +91-11-26980000 ext. 310
• Internships: Available and coordinated via placement cell

Campus & Facilities

• On-campus hostels with mess facilities
• Sports ground and indoor sports complex
• Well-equipped labs for Computer Science and Management
• Library with 20,000+ books, journals, and e-resources
• Medical/healthcare facility within campus
• 24/7 Wi-Fi connectivity
• Transport facility connecting to major Delhi metro stations
• Clubs and annual festivals like MERIFEST

Faculty & Research

• Faculty: Experienced professors in management, engineering, law, and computer applications
• Research Centers: Not specifically listed on official site as of 2024-06-15
• Industry collaborations and MoUs with local organizations (details on institute website)
• Ongoing research projects supported by GGSIPU and AICTE grants

Rankings

• NIRF: Not ranked (as per 2024 NIRF official site)
• NAAC: Not accredited (no grade available per NAAC portal 2024)
• India Today/Outlook/QS: Not listed

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Cut-offs: Published on GGSIPU official portal ggsipu.ac.in post entrance exams
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 60–120 per course, details on admissions page

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) ~12 km
• Nearest Railway Station: New Delhi Railway Station ~8 km
• City Transit: Delhi Metro (closest station: Netaji Subhash Place or Rohini East), multiple bus routes available

FAQs

Q1: How can I apply for MERI?

A: Apply online through MERI’s official website or GGSIPU admission portal with entrance exam scores.

Q2: Is MERI AICTE approved?

A: Yes, MERI is approved by AICTE and affiliated to GGSIPU.

Q3: What scholarships are available?

A: Scholarships from government schemes for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and merit-based awards are available.

Q4: Does MERI offer hostel facilities?

A: Yes, there are separate hostel facilities with mess on campus.

Q5: What is the fee structure?

A: Tuition fees range from ₹90,000 to ₹1,50,000 annually depending on the program.

Q6: Are placement services provided?

A: Yes, MERI has an active placement cell with ties to top recruiters.

Q7: What entrance exams are accepted?

A: CUET, GGSIPU CET, and management quota are accepted depending on the course.

Q8: Is distance learning offered?

A: MERI currently offers only regular full-time courses.

Q9: How many students are enrolled?

A: The student population is approximately 2000+ across all programs.

Q10: Where can I check cut-off marks?

A: Cut-offs are published on GGSIPU’s official website after entrance exams.