The Haryana Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, has approved the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2026, clearing the way for Masters’ Union to establish a new university campus in Gurugram. This approval follows the issuance of a letter of intent by the state government and marks a significant step in Masters’ Union’s evolution from a business and technology school into a full-fledged university.
Masters’ Union’s Vision and Educational Model
Masters’ Union is known for its practitioner-led and experiential learning approach, which emphasizes hands-on experience and real-world problem solving. The new university will expand this model across disciplines including management, technology, and engineering. It also plans to introduce specialized programs in areas such as family business and executive education, aiming to blend academic rigor with practical industry insights.
Pratham Mittal, the founder of Masters’ Union, highlighted that the cabinet’s approval enables the institution to scale its unique learning philosophy. He explained that the university will focus on entrepreneurship, applied research, and solving real-world industry challenges, ensuring students gain practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge.
Details of the Gurugram Campus and Infrastructure Plans
The proposed university campus spans approximately 5.14 acres of contiguous land in Gurugram. Currently, the site includes about 1.07 lakh square feet of built-up area, with nearly 96,600 square feet dedicated to instructional space, along with administrative and other facilities.
Masters’ Union intends to grow the campus infrastructure as the university expands. Future plans include creating accelerator and venture-building spaces, maker and analytics labs, student housing, cultural and sports amenities, and research and incubation centers. The proposal underwent thorough review under the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006, including assessments by the Academic Committee, Finance Committee, and a committee led by the Chairperson of the Haryana State Higher Education Council.
Strong Placement Records and Startup Support
Masters’ Union has demonstrated impressive outcomes in both placements and entrepreneurship over the past five years. In its latest placement cycle, the average salary offered was Rs 34.07 lakh per annum, with four offers exceeding Rs 1 crore and the highest package reaching Rs 1.28 crore per annum. Additionally, the institution secured 30 international offers from countries including the US, Canada, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, with an average compensation of Rs 64 lakh per annum. These placement figures were audited by B2K Analytics.
Entrepreneurship is a core part of Masters’ Union’s educational model. The institution has supported over 80 student startups through its Venture Initiation Programme and other initiatives. Ten startups incubated through this program have collectively raised more than Rs 22 crore and generated Rs 35 crore in annual revenue for the fiscal year 2025. Student ventures have attracted investments from prominent firms such as 100X.VC, Lumikai, Big Bets, and IIFL Wealth. Notably, Meta Fashion, a digital fashion startup founded by students, recently raised around USD 400,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Lumikai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the significance of the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2026?
A: This bill allows the establishment of new private universities in Haryana, including Masters’ Union University, enabling them to operate with full university status and expand their educational offerings.
Q: What types of programs will Masters’ Union University offer?
A: The university will offer programs in management, technology, engineering, family business, and executive education, focusing on practical, industry-relevant learning.
Q: How does Masters’ Union support student entrepreneurship?
A: Through initiatives like the Venture Initiation Programme, Masters’ Union supports student startups by providing incubation, mentorship, and access to funding, helping many ventures raise significant capital and generate revenue.
