Chandigarh University

In this post we will discuss in detail about Chandigarh University direct admission

Table of Contents: Introduction to Chandigarh University Chandigarh University Accreditation and Recognition Chandigarh University Admission Process and Entrance Exams Highlights of Chandigarh University Chandigarh University direct admission Direct Admission in Chandigarh University Chandigarh University fees Chandigarh University btech direct admission Chandigarh University bba direct admission Chandigarh University Top Courses Offered Chandigarh University Admission Criteria and Fee Structure Chandigarh University Placements Chandigarh University Rankings and Achievements Chandigarh University Scholarships Offered Facilities at Chandigarh University Chandigarh University Campus Life and Events Chandigarh University Global Collaborations Chandigarh University Student Testimonials Chandigarh University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

Chandigarh University is a private university established in the year 2012 located in Mohali, Punjab. The university is accredited with an “A+ Grade” by NAAC and recognized by UGC and AICTE. Chandigarh University is approved by ICAR, BCI, NCHMCT, PCI, COA, NCTE, AIU, CSI, and other prominent bodies. The institute holds the membership of international organizations like, IAU, ACU, IEEE, ASME, IUCEE, and ACS. The university offers admission through Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) scores to different UG and PG courses. As per NIRF Ranking 2023, Chandigarh University is ranked at 27th position among all the Indian Universities. CU has also received accreditation from ABET for eight of its engineering programs. 

Chandigarh University provides higher education in the fields of Engineering, Architecture, Law, Business, Humanities, Science, Management, Accounting, Hospitality, Arts etc. It also offers distance learning and online courses through CUIDOL. It is the first private university to have the highest number of engineering programs. Chandigarh University ranked 1st among the Private Universities in India under QS World University Rankings 2024 and QS Asia University Rankings 2024. The institute has tie-ups with 486 institutions from 95 countries. A total of 1300 Chandigarh University students have travelled abroad for semester exchange programs.

Chandigarh University Admission 2024 is open for various UG, PG, Lateral Entry and Certificate courses. The last date to apply for CUCET 2024 (Phase-I) is May 30, 2024 and the application fee of Chandigarh University is INR 1,000. Chandigarh University Placements 2024 is concluded with 9,124 job offers. Interested candidates can apply on the official website.

​Other Updates are as follows:

• CUCET 2024 Phase-I exam will be held till May 31, 2024. 
• ​Chandigarh University is also accepting applications for Online Degree Programs and Distance Learning Courses.
• Chandigarh University is offering up to 100% scholarships based on merit in CUCET 2024.
• CUCET 2024 is mandatory for admission in Engineering, MBA, Pharmacy, LL.M. and Integrated Law Programs. 

Chandigarh University Highlights 2024

The table given below shows the Chandigarh University highlights:

Particulars	Chandigarh University Highlights
Established | Type	2012 | Private
Location	Mohali, Punjab
Campus Area	250 Acres
NAAC Grade	A+ (3.28 CGPA)
Recognized By	UGC & AICTE
Application Mode	Online & Offline
Entrance Exams	CUCET & National Level Exams
Flagship Courses	B.E/B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA
Highest Package Offered (2023)	International Package: INR 1.7 CPA  Domestic Package: INR 54.75 LPA
Top Recruiters	Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Hitachi, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Hyatt
CU Official Website	https://www.cuchd.in/

 

Chandigarh University Top Courses 2024

Chandigarh University offers 200+ UG, PG, Diploma and Ph.D. programs. Some of the popular courses offered by Chandigarh University are BE/ B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, B.Sc, BBA, etc. The candidates will be selected based on merit in CUCET. Chandigarh University conducts a separate entrance examination for Ph.D. courses. Chandigarh University MBA admission is based on merit in CUCET/ CAT/ MAT/ GMAT. The table given below shows the popular courses offered at CU with their eligibility criteria and fee structure.

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Fees Per Semester	Check More
MBA	Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% Marks in Aggregate.	INR 1,10,000 - INR 1,69,500	Apply Now
B.E	Passed 10+2 with 50-70% Aggregate Marks with Physics, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Biology	INR 1,02,000 - INR 1,35,700	Apply Now
M.E.	Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field of Engineering or equivalent with at least 55% marks in the qualifying examination	INR 56,500	Apply Now
BCA	10+2 with at least 50% Marks in aggregate	INR 72,500	Apply Now
B.Sc	Passed 10+2 with 45-60% Aggregate Marks with Physics, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Biology	INR 37,500 - INR 69,500	Apply Now
BBA	Passed 10+2 in any stream with 60% Marks in Aggregate	INR 77,500	Apply Now

 

Chandigarh University Admission 2024 

Admission to Chandigarh University is based on CUCET. Chandigarh University conducts admission to its various courses in two different phases namely CUCET-I and CUCET-II. CUCET Phase-I is usually conducted from October to May followed by CUCET Phase-II from May to October. The candidates need to create their profiles on the CUCET portal @ cucet.cuchd.in for admission to the university. The application fee for Chandigarh University is INR 1000. Chandigarh University Admission 2024 (Phase 1) is open for all the UG and PG courses till May 30, 2024. The Phase 1 exam can be attempted till May 31, 2024.

• Appear for the CUCET exam on the scheduled date and time through the official portal with registered login details.
• The result will be intimated through E-mail and will also be displayed on the official portal in your login account. 

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Chandigarh University Placements 2024

Chandigarh University Placements 2023-24 recorded 9,124 job offers from 858 recruiters. Around 31 MNCs participated in the recruitment process at Chandigarh University which offered a CTC of INR 20 LPA and above. The table given below shows Chandigarh University's highest packages:

Particulars	Highest CTC
International	INR 1.7 CPA
Domestic	INR 54.75 LPA
MBA	INR 28 LPA
Hotel Management	INR 18 LPA

 

Some more highlights on Chandigarh University Placements are as follows:

Particulars	Chandigarh University Placement Statistics 2023-24
Number of Companies	904
Number of Offers	9,124
Average CTC	INR 9.54 LPA
Top Recruiters	Amazon, Deloitte, IBM, EY, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, American Express, Qualcomm, Marvel

 

Chandigarh University Rankings 2024

Chandigarh University ranks among the top institutes as reported by various national and international bodies. Here is detailed information on Chandigarh University Rankings as released by NIRF:

Particulars		2023		2022	2021
University		27		29	52
Overall		45		48	77
Management		36		40	45
Engineering		38		45	61
Pharmacy		34		37	51
Architecture		15		19	16

 

Apart from the progress in Chandigarh University's ranking at the national level, CU is also among the top-ranked universities in the world.

Ranking Body	Category	Rank
QS World University Rankings 2024	Private Indian Universities	1st
	Indian University (Both Government & Private)	20th
QS Asia Rankings 2023	Private Indian Universities	2nd
QS World Rankings 2023	Private Indian Universities	3rd

 

Chandigarh University Scholarships 2024

Chandigarh University offers academic scholarships worth INR 170 crores to meritorious students based on CUCET 2024 scores. The scholarship will be offered to students in a wide range of UG and PG programs offered by the university. CUCET 2024 is compulsory for students who want to take admission to Engineering, Pharmacy, MBA, LLM, and Integrated Law Programs. CUCET 2024 will be conducted in two phases namely Phase I and Phase II. The table given below highlights CUCET 2024 scholarships:

Marks Obtained	CUCET Phase I (October 2023- May 2024)	CUCET Phase II (June 2024- Till End of Admission)
90.01 to 100 Marks	100% Scholarship	100% Scholarship
80 to 90 Marks	50% Scholarship	40% Scholarship
70 to 79.99 Marks	40% Scholarship	30% Scholarship
60 to 69.99 Marks	30% Scholarship	20% Scholarship
50 to 59.99 Marks	25% Scholarship	15% Scholarship
40 to 49.99 Marks	15% Scholarship	10% Scholarship
30 to 39.99 Marks	Eligible	Eligible

 

Apart from the above-mentioned scholarship, Chandigarh University offers the following scholarships as tabulated below:

Chandigarh University Scholarships 2024
Post Graduate Scholarship for Professional Courses for SC/ ST	Merit Scholarship Scheme for the Academic Session 2024-2025	Teaching Assistant Stipend
Other Concession for the Academic Year 2024-2025	Scholarship Scheme for Wards of Defence Personnel for the Academic Year 2024-2025	CU Sports Policy for the Academic Year 2023-2024
Architecture Scholarship on the Basis of NATA/ JEE Main Score	Scholarship for Chandigarh University Staff	Early Bird Scholarship for PG Students
Kalpana Chawla Scholarship for Girls	Shaheed Captain Vikram Batra Scholarship for the wards of Kargil War Heroes	Scholarship for Meritorious Students of Ladakh

Chandigarh University Facilities 

Chandigarh University provides all the necessary facilities for its students. The campus of CU is spread over an area of 250 acres. Major facilities offered by Chandigarh University are briefly mentioned below:

• Libraries: Chandigarh University consists of a Central Library and other fourteen libraries situated in different academic blocks with a rich collection of more than 103437+ books, 218640 e-books, and 35034 e-journals. 
• Multiple Labs: Chandigarh University has over 30+ industry-sponsored advanced research labs such as Microsoft, HPE, and many more. Apart from this Chandigarh University also has a Civil Engineering Lab, Computer Lab, Electrical Lab, Electronics Lab, Film Lab, Mechanical Lab, etc.
• Sports Facilities: Chandigarh University has a dedicated sports department offering wide opportunities to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle while pursuing academic goals. 
• Hostel: Chandigarh University provides separate hostels for boys and girls with all modern facilities and attached mess. The hostels are equipped with all major facilities like internet, music room, and common room with TV & cable facility, etc.

Apart from this, Chandigarh University also offers various other facilities to its students like, Transport Facilities, Banking Facilities, Medical Facilities, etc. 

Chandigarh University Campus Life

Chandigarh University campus is spread over an area of 250 acres. If a student wants to experience the vibrant college life in a private institute, CU is the option to go for. Students at Chandigarh University will find everything they need like, accommodation, entertainment, food courts, etc. Chandigarh University conducts live concerts, tech invents, youth summits, cultural activities, sports competitions, international festivals, and national and international conferences. 

Famous personalities who have performed live concerts at Chandigarh University are Akhil Sachdeva, Tony Kakkar, Kiran Bajwa, Stebin Ben, Hardy Sandhu, Badshah, etc. The university gives equal importance to international festivals. CU celebrates the five-day festival of lights known as Tihar, Dashain (Dussehra) a Nepali festival, Onam, Ugadi, etc. It also hosted the 34th Inter-University National Festival. Chandigarh University invites Bollywood personalities like Shradhha Kapoor, Ananya Pandey, Katrina Kaif, Akshay Kumar and other famous actors to its events giving the students a true experience of college life. The institute organizes industrial visits and excursion trips as part of the curriculum. Students have a wide variety of food options at the campus including Subway, Domino’s, Nescafe, Food Republic, etc. CU also sells merchandise like branded clothing and gifts.

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Chandigarh University Collaborations

Chandigarh University is the first university in India that has 486 global collaborations. The university has tied up with top-ranking universities from 95 nations which include Canada, Brazil, China, Chile, Australia, Egypt, Germany, Japan, Nepal, Russia, USA

Country	Partnered Universities
USA	Illinois State University, The Florida State University, Youngstown State University, University of Alabama
Australia	Torrens University, Curtin University, Deakin University, Western Sydney University
Russia	The University of Tyumen, Moscow Aviation Institute, Synergy University, Rudn University
UK	Brunel University London, Keele University, Birmingham City University, The University of Huddersfield
Canada	Lakehead University, Cape Breton University, Carleton University, Royal Roads University

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Chandigarh University Student Testimonials

Chandigarh University is a private institute and has its pros and cons. Given below is the honest review of Chandigarh University as claimed by students:

• Students can easily reach Chandigarh University campus from different means of transport. It is 29 km away from Chandigarh University International Airport and 34 km away from Chandigarh University Railway Station. The students can also take an auto, cab or bus which will take around 45 minutes to 1 hour to reach the campus.

As per CU students, the average package offered at Chandigarh University is INR 4.5 Lakhs. Only a few top companies like, Microsoft and Amazon visit the campus to hire students. The placement data on the website is considered overhyped.

• Students can experience a wide range of diversity as candidates from different backgrounds, states, and countries take admission in CU.
• Chandigarh University has a very high student intake capacity, around 13,000 students are admitted into CU’s 4-year undergraduate programs.
• Chandigarh University hostel rules are very strict as students have to get approval from parents if they want to go on a night out.

Chandigarh University Fees & Eligibility

Course	Fees	Eligibility	Application Date	Action
BE	₹1.96 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 50% + CUCET	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
MBA	₹2.5 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 50% + CUCET	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
BCA	₹1.31 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 50% + CUCET	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
BBA	₹1.41 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 50% + CUCET	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
B.Sc	₹1.73 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 50%	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
M.Sc	₹90,000 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 50%+ CUCET	20 Oct - 30 May 2024	Apply Now
Ph.D	₹1.4 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	Post Graduation	1 Dec 2023	Apply Now

 

Ques:  Is Chandigarh University AICTE approved?

Ans: Chandigarh University is approved by the UGC as well as by the AICTE. It has been accredited with the prestigious A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Other memberships and approvals include the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), BCI, PCI, COA, NCTE, AIU, CSI, etc. The university was established in the year 2012 by an act of the Punjab State Legislature. Moreover, the university has industrial collaborations with IBM, TCS, SBI, Virtusa, SHRM and academic collaborations with the State University of NY-Albany, and others. Also, CU has been ranked by NIRF 2023 Rankings under various categories. It has been ranked 27 in the University category.

Ques:  How can I get admission to BTech at Chandigarh University?

Ans: Chandigarh University offers a four-year course of BTech. Admission to this course is completely entrance-based. To apply for this course, the general eligibility is to pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and any two of these subjects: Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Computer Science/ Biology with a minimum 50-60% aggregate (45% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category). However, the eligibility criteria slightly vary for some specific specialisations. Once students fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria for this course, they can appear for CUCET, which is an in-house entrance exam of Chandigarh University. For those who are seeking to get admission to the Chandigarh University BTech course, it is mandatory for them to qualify for this exam with a valid score.

Ques:  Can I get direct admission to Chandigarh University for BTech?

Ans: Direct admission to a four-year BTech course is possible, for direct admission to Chandigarh University you can contact us.

Ques:  What is the fee structure for BTech in Chandigarh University?

Ans: The tuition fee for a four-year BTech course at Chandigarh University ranges between INR 5 lakh - INR 33.2 lakh. This fee is inclusive of the fee for all the BTech, BTech (Lateral Entry) B.E. + M.E. (Integrated) specialisations. However, the given fee is taken from unofficial sources and hence, is indicative. Students are requested to visit the official website to get more details on the Chandigarh University BTech fees. There are other fee components such as Examination and Security deposits of INR 2,000 that also need to be paid at the time of admission.

Ques:  Which BTech specialisations does Chandigarh University offer?

Ans: Chandigarh University offers BTech course for a duration of four years in the stream of Engineering. This course is offered across 21 specialisations. These are Automobile Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechatronics, Information Technology, Computer Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, etc. There are other CSE sub-specialisations, which are offered in association with TCS and IBM.

Ques:  What is the qualification for BTech at Chandigarh University?

Ans: For admission to a four-year BTech course at Chandigarh University, candidates must passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. They also have studied any two of the subjects among Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Computer Science/ Biology with minimum 50-60% aggregate (45% in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category). Further, Chandigarh University Eligibility Criteria for BTech CSE are slightly different. Find below the eligibility criteria for other BTech specialisations:

• Eligibility Criteria for BTech CSE: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and any two of these subjects: Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Computer Science/ Biology with minimum 60% aggregate.
• Eligibility Criteria for Mobile Computing and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: Class 12 with minimum 50% aggregate (45% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category).

Ques. Which is better LPU or Chandigarh University?

Ans. LPU and Chandigarh University are one of the top private universities in India. If we talk about their comparison, the highest international package at CU and LPU is INR 1.7 CPA and 3 CPA respectively as per the latest placement records. According to the NIRF Ranking 2023, CU and LPU have been ranked at 27th and 38th position among all the Indian universities. However, the choice depends on the student’s interest, location, fee structure, scholarship etc. 

Ques. What is the rank of Chandigarh University?

Ans. As per NIRF Ranking 2023, Chandigarh University is ranked at 27th position among all the Indian Universities. The university achieved 1st rank among the private universities in India by QS World University Rankings 2024. 

Ques. Is Chandigarh University good for B.Tech?

Ans. Chandigarh University is a good university offering a wide range of specialisations in B.Tech. The highest domestic package of INR 54.75 LPA is offered to a B.Tech CSE student during CU Placements 2023-24. Chandigarh University has been ranked at 38th position by NIRF 2023 for Engineering. The university also offers lateral entry admission to students. Chandigarh University B.Tech fees range from INR 1,02,000 to INR 1,35,700 per semester. 

Ques. What is the highest package offered at Chandigarh University?

Ans. Chandigarh University’s highest package is INR 54.75 LPA offered to an engineering student at the national level. The university’s highest international package closed at INR 1.7 CPA.

Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of Chandigarh University?

Ans. Here is detailed information on Chandigarh University NIRF Rankings:

Particulars		Chandigarh University NIRF Ranking 2023
University		27
Overall		45
Management		36
Engineering		38
Pharmacy		34
Architecture		15

 

Ques. What courses are offered by Chandigarh University?

Ans. Chandigarh University offers 200+ UG, PG, Diploma and Ph.D. programs. Some of the popular courses offered by Chandigarh University are BE/ B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, B.Sc, BBA, etc.

Ques. What is the NAAC grade of Chandigarh University?

Ans. Chandigarh University is ranked among the top 5% of institutions in India for receiving an NAAC “A+” Grade.

Ques. Is Chandigarh University good for BBA?

Ans. Chandigarh University is a well-known private university offering BBA under ten specializations. Every year thousands of students apply for CU’s BBA program. The minimum eligibility to apply for BBA is that the candidate must have passed the 10+2 examination with 50% marks in aggregate. The maximum scholarship offered by CU to a BBA student is INR 77,500 based on merit in CUCET Phase.

Ques. Who are the top recruiters at Chandigarh University?

Ans. The top recruiters at Chandigarh University Placements include Flipkart, Dell, Godrej, Deloitte, Philips, Goldman Sachs, HCL, etc.