Prime University

What Prime University does

Prime University is a private higher education institution established in 2002 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, operating under the Prime Foundation and holding University Grants Commission (UGC) approval to grant degrees. The university delivers more than 20 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across four faculties — Science & Engineering, Business Studies, Law, and Arts & Social Sciences — serving approximately 20,000 currently enrolled students with 100+ faculty members and over 10,000 alumni graduates (7,289 of whom received degrees at the 3rd Convocation in November 2025). It operates specialized units including the Centre for Research, Human Resource Development and Publications (CRHP), which publishes the Prime University Journal (ISSN 1995-5332), and the Prime University Language School (PULS), established in 2007 to offer certificate courses in English, Japanese, and Chinese.

The university's revenue model is tuition-driven and consumer-direct. Students apply directly through the campus-based admissions office in Mirpur-1, Dhaka, or via the online application portal, paying semester-based tuition with merit scholarships of up to 100% tied to SSC/HSC results. Three intake semesters per year (Spring, Summer, Fall) generate recurring revenue, supplemented by one-time admission fees (Tk 12,000), examination and certificate fees, and PULS language course fees. The go-to-market motion combines a dedicated website (primeuniversity.ac.bd), active Facebook/Instagram/YouTube presence, education fair participation, and an alumni network at pualumni.org.

Technology infrastructure centers on the Prime University Management Information System (PUMIS) for academic administration, a student portal at 159.223.33.153, and a digital library providing access to Wiley, JSTOR, IEEE, ACM, and Emerald databases alongside open-access repositories. The university holds ten international affiliations for academic exchange — across India (Integral, Centurion, Techno India), Somalia (Darul Hikmah, Mogadishu), and the USA (Washington University of Science & Technology) — and has signed recent strategic MoUs with Banglalink (telecom), Delta Hospital (healthcare), Wadhwani Foundation Bangladesh (faculty development), and the Association of World Fair & Fest USA Inc. for international student participation in 2026.

Name

Prime University

Legal name

Prime University

Website

https://primeuniversity.edu.bd

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Prime University is a UGC-approved private university in Dhaka, Bangladesh, established in 2002, offering 20+ undergraduate and postgraduate programs across engineering, business, law, and arts to 20,000+ students through a single Mirpur-1 campus, supported by a proprietary PUMIS management system and a language school subsidiary.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Doctoral Research Universities (Multi-Disciplinary) (EDAHABAA)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Postgraduate degree programs
• Language certificate courses
• Professional business education

Headquarters

HQ city

Dhaka

HQ country

Bangladesh

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Semester-based tuition fees charged per program. Students pay course fees based on their academic program with waiver discounts based on SSC/HSC GPA results. Fees are collected per semester with payment options including bank transfer, bKash, Rocket, or direct payment at accounts office.
2. Admission Fees: One-time admission fee of Tk. 12,000 including admission form and ID card fee, plus additional project/thesis fees of Tk. 3,000 for applicable programs
3. Examination and Certificate Fees: Fees for special examinations (Tk. 1,500 per course for mid-term, Tk. 3,000 for final), improvement examinations (Tk. 3,000 per course), transcripts (Tk. 1,000), provisional certificates (Tk. 2,000), and original certificates (Tk. 5,000)
4. Language School Courses: Revenue from language certificate courses including English (Tk 5,000 for levels 1-2, Tk 3,000-6,000 for level 3), Japanese (Tk 2,000-4,000 for PU students, Tk 5,000-10,000 for external), and Chinese language programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Prime University is a private higher education institution offering UGC-approved undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs across four faculties: Science & Engineering, Business Studies, Law, and Arts & Social Sciences. The university also delivers certificate-level language courses through its Prime University Language School (PULS), and supports academic research through the Centre for Research, HRD and Publications (CRHP). Instruction is delivered primarily on-site at its Dhaka campus with three annual intake semesters.

Product overview

Prime University is a private higher education institution in Bangladesh established in 2002, offering a comprehensive academic portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across four faculties: Science & Engineering, Business Studies, Law, and Arts & Social Sciences. The institution's core offerings include degree programs in Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Fashion Design, Business Administration, Law, English, Bangla, and Education. Supporting the academic mission are specialized units: the Centre for Research, Human Resource Development and Publications (CRHP) which publishes the Prime University Journal and organizes research activities; the Prime University Language School (PULS) providing certificate courses in English, Chinese, and Japanese; and a digital library with access to major academic databases. The Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) oversees academic quality standards and accreditation processes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Prime University Language School (PULS): Language school offering courses in English, Japanese, Chinese, and other languages for students and the community.
• Centre for Research, Human Resource Development and Publications (CRHP)
• Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

Products and services

• Prime University Academic Degree Programs Comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs across four faculties—Science & Engineering (CSE, EEE, Civil Engineering, Fashion Design), Business Studies, Law, and Arts & Social Sciences (Bangla, English, Education). Programs include B.Sc in CSE, BBA, MBA (Regular / Executive / For BBA Holders), Bachelor of Law (Hons), LLM, BA (Hons) in English and Bangla, B.Ed, and M.Ed. Designed for SSC/HSC graduates and bachelor's holders seeking UGC-approved qualifications for career launch or advancement.
• Prime University Language School (PULS) Certificate Courses Certificate-level language training in English, Japanese, and Chinese for Prime University students and external learners. English Level 1&2 is compulsory for 1st-2nd semester students across all departments. Japanese and Chinese courses run for 4 months (60 hours) per level with separate pricing for PU students vs. external participants.
• Prime University Digital Library Services Subscription-based digital library providing access to academic databases including Wiley, JSTOR, IEEE, ACM, Emerald, and registered resources such as ARDI, GOALI, Hinari, OARE, and AGORA, alongside open access materials. Available to enrolled students and faculty for research and coursework.
• Examination and Certificate Services Per-transaction services for special mid-term examinations (Tk 1,500 per course), final examinations (Tk 3,000 per course), improvement examinations (Tk 3,000 per course), transcript issuance (Tk 1,000), provisional certificates (Tk 2,000), and original certificates (Tk 5,000). Available to enrolled students and external applicants requiring credential verification.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% job placement rate for graduates
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Delta HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2026MoU signed for healthcare benefits for Prime University students and staff members.
• Association of World Fair & Fest USA Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 January 2026MOU signed on January 26, 2026 for joint collaboration on 7th World Fair and Fest 2026 to be held in Tampa, Florida, USA. The partnership aims to facilitate international student participation, global cultural exchange, world heritage preservation and awareness, and educational and cultural programs.
• BanglalinkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 December 2025Memorandum of Understanding signed on December 3, 2025 for Banglalink to provide corporate services and facilities to Prime University. The agreement marks the beginning of collaborative partnership aimed at enhancing communication and technological support for the institution. Signed by Prof. Dr. Md. Mustafa Kamal, Registrar of Prime University, and Mr. Rubaiyat Alam Tanzeen, Large Corporate Director of Banglalink.
• Wadhwani Foundation, BangladeshminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 July 2025Collaboration with Wadhwani Foundation, Bangladesh to organize three-day workshop on 'The Development of Employability Soft Skills for Faculty Members' on July 22, 23, and 28, 2025. Workshop conducted by Mr. Md. Omar Faruk, Director, Student Success, Wadhwani Foundation.
• Integral University (India)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs
• Centurion University (India)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs
• Darul Hikmah University (Somalia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs
• Mogadishu University (Somalia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs
• Washington University of Science & Technology, USAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs with US institution
• Techno India University (India)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational affiliation for academic collaboration and exchange programs with Indian institution

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BRAC University: Leading private research university in Dhaka backed by BRAC. Competes directly with Prime for the same student segments with broader employer brand recognition and stronger research positioning.
• North South University: Bangladesh's first private university offering multi-disciplinary undergraduate and graduate programs. Direct competitor for Prime University in Dhaka, serving similar domestic and international student segments across engineering, business, and arts.
• University of Asia Pacific: Dhaka-based private university focusing on engineering, business, and architecture. Comparable to Prime in its multi-disciplinary structure and target student demographics.
• University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB): Dhaka private university with programs across media, business, and arts. Overlaps with Prime's arts/humanities and business program portfolio for the same student demographic.
• Daffodil International University: Dhaka-based private university with broad multi-disciplinary coverage including IT, engineering, business, and humanities. Direct peer in scale, geography, and program portfolio to Prime University.
• Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB): Well-established Dhaka private university with multi-disciplinary programs and strong international affiliations. Directly comparable to Prime University in program mix and target student segments.
• American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB): Large private university in Dhaka with extensive program offerings including engineering, business, and law. Competes with Prime for the same student base and tuition tier.
• Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST): Dhaka-based private university emphasizing engineering and technology programs. Comparable peer competing for similar student segments with stronger STEM reputation than Prime.
• East West University: Dhaka-based private university offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business, engineering, and liberal arts. Direct competitor in the same Dhaka private HE market as Prime University.

Regional players

• International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC): Private university outside Dhaka offering multi-disciplinary programs. Comparable in program scope and tuition model but operates in a different geographic market from Prime.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCMKKLOsb5UtO9UJi1OyiZSA?view_as=subscriber
• Facebookfacebook.com/Primevarsity
• Instagraminstagram.com/primeuniversityedu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/prime-university

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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