Chandigarh University: Courses, Admission, Fee, Hostel Fees

Chandigarh University (CU) is a premier non-profit university that has been awarded the distinction A+ rating by NAAC. The Chandigarh University has a total student body of 13,221 students, including over 5,500 female students across all departments. There are 16 departments in all, offering a wide range of specialities in undergraduate, postgraduate, and phd programmes. Admission to these programmes is based on the results of CUCET tests taken at the university level.

The Chandigarh university has emerged as one of the top universities in terms of placement, and it is also recognised and recognised by a number of organisations for outstanding Chandigarh University placement record. With over 750 Multi-Nationals visiting CU Campus in 2020-21, the number of offers reached 7412, with the Chandigarh University highest package increasing by 30% to a new high of INR 36 LPA.

Chandigarh University Highlights

Established | Type	2012 | Private
Approval	UGC, AICTE
Campus Area	200+ Acres
Library	1,00,000+ Books 8,50,000+ E-Books 28,000+ E-Journals
Centers of Excellence	30+
Departments	16
Hostel	10,000+ Intake Capacity
Official Website	https://www.cuchd.in/

Chandigarh University Rankings and Awards

The Chandigarh University is ranked highly by a number of national rating systems that assess the quality of education, facilities, research activities, and other factors. Listed below are some of the awards that have made CU proud of their achievements.

• During the first cycle, Chandigarh University was ranked fourth in North India with NAAC A+ accreditation.
• During the first cycle, the Chandigarh University was ranked seventh among private universities in India, receiving NAAC A+ certification.
• During the first cycle, the Chandigarh University was ranked 13th in India, with NAAC A+ certification.
• NIRF ranking 2021, Chandigarh University was 45th in Management and 61st in Engineering.
• The Week – Hansa Research Survey 2021 Ranked First Among India’s Best Emerging Multidisciplinary Universities
• Listed as the second best private multi-disciplinary university in North India.
• Listed as the seventh best private multidisciplinary university in India.
• Ranked 11th among North India’s Best Multidisciplinary Universities
• Listed as the 36th best multidisciplinary university in India.
• INDIA TODAY Best Colleges Rankings 2021 place it 41st among India’s Top Private Engineering Colleges.
• QS I GAUGE E-LEAD accreditation has been granted to Chandigarh University (E-Learning Excellence for Academic Digitisation)
• QS I-Guage Ratings awarded CU a ‘Diamond’ rating based on widely recognised QS World Rankings.
• Outlook Ranking 2019 places Chandigarh University seventh among the top 25 young colleges.
• Outlook Ranking 2019 places Chandigarh University tenth among India’s top 50 private state institutions.
• According to the India Today Rankings 2017, Chandigarh University is ranked third among India’s top private institutions.
• Limca Book of Records has given the National Award for the Most Number of Companies.

Chandigarh University Courses

With the participation of national and international organisations, Chandigarh University provides 100+ programmes in several fields such as Engineering, Management, Arts, and Law. More information about these programmes can be found on the official website of Chandigarh University. The following is a summary of the numerous Chandigarh University courses provided  across several subjects, along with their specialisations

Course	Specialization	Eligibility
BE	Computer Science And Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computer Science and Business Systems, Information Technology, Biotechnology, Automobile Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Graphics & Gaming, Food Technology, Mobile Computing, Internet of Things	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the following subjects: Chemistry / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Biology with at least 50% mark
BE (Hons)	Information Security, Big Data & Analytics, Cloud Computing
BE (Lateral)	Computer Science & Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Mechatronics, Petroleum Engineering, Food Technology
B.Sc	Biotechnology, Computer Science, Hospitality And Hotel Management, Medical, Animation, VFX and Gaming, Non-Medical, Airline and Airport Management, Medical Laboratory Technology, Economics, Nutrition & Dietetics, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Tourism & Travel Management, Culinary Arts, Resort and Event Management, Restaurant and Catering Management, Maths, Statistics and Computer Science	10+2 or it's equivalent from a recognized board
B.Sc (Hons)	Agriculture, Chemistry, Physics
B.Sc (Lateral)	Medical Laboratory Technology
BA	Film Studies	0+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream
BA (Hons)	Liberal Arts
B.Arch	Architecture	10+2 examination with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics OR 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics and subject to an aptitude test in Architecture
BBA	Banking And Finance, General, Tourism & Event Management, Forex Management, Insurance & Risk Management, Marketing, Family Business	10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized board
BBA (Hons)	Business Analytics
B.Pharma	Pharmacy
B.Pharma (Lateral)
BJMC	Journalism and Mass Communication
BPT	Physiotherapy
BFA	Fine Arts
B.P.Ed	Physical Education
B.Des	Industrial Design
B.Optom	Optometry
B.Com (Hons)	Commerce
BCA	Computer Applications
MBA	Tourism And Hospitality Management, Strategic HR, Business Analytics, Finance, International Business, Human Resource, Marketing, Entrepreneurship	Any Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate
M.Com (Hons)	Commerce
M.Arch	Architecture
MA	Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mass Communication & Journalism, English, Performing Arts, Economics
MPT	Physiotherapy
MCA	Computer Applications
MCA (Lateral)
ME	Computer Science And Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Electronics & Communication, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Environmental Engineering, Constructional Technology and Management, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Remote Sensing and GIS, Automation & Robotics, Mechatronics, Sustainable Development	BE/ B.Tech or relevant Bachelor’s degree with 55%
M.Pharm	Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology	Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks
M.Sc	Biotechnology, Forensic Science & Toxicology, Industrial Microbiology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, Zoology, Medical Lab Technology, Botany, Animation & Multimedia, Statistics	Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate (In case of SC/ST category 45%) with Core subject as a compulsory subject
M.Sc (Lateral)	Forensic Science & Toxicology
PG Diploma	Yoga	Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks
Ph.D	Mass Communication, Computer Applications, English, Computer Science And Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Business Management, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensic Science, Education, Tourism Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Law, Electronics And Communications Engineering, Chemical Engineering	Master’s degree in Biotechnology or Pharmacy with 55% marks in aggregate

Chandigarh University Admission

Candidates must complete a few basic procedures in order to apply for Chandigarh University admission 2022. To begin, the candidate should create a user ID and password and log in to the official website of Chandigarh University. After selecting their CUCET Phase, the applicant must log in and fill out the essential data. After filling out the data, the candidate must choose their discipline of interest and programme. Following that, the student’s profile will be generated. After completing the registration process, the student should get a registration confirmation message through email/SMS. After that, students can download the prospectus and pay the course cost online.

Name of the University	Chandigarh University
University Type	Private University
Basic Admission Criteria	All UG Courses: CU CET, Chandigarh University
	BE: JEE Main/CU CET
	B.Arch: JEE Main (Paper II)/ NATA/CU CET
	All PG Courses: CU CET
	ME: GATE/CU CET
	MBA: CAT/ MAT/ XAT or CUCET
	Ph.D.: CU Ph.D. Entrance Test
Application Mode	Online as well as Offline
Reservation	Yes
Scholarship	On the basis of score in CUCET Chandigarh University
Program	Selection Criteria
BE	Chandigarh University CUCET score OR a valid score in JEE Mains
B.Sc	10+2 or it's equivalent from a recognized board
BA	10+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream
BBA	10+2 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% marks from a recognized board
MBA	Any Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate
ME	Score in CU Common Entrance Test followed by Group Discussion and Presentation or Interview OR GATE qualified candidates can also apply
M.Sc	Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant Field
Ph.D	A valid score in CU-Ph.D. Entrance Test/ GPAT/ UGC/ CSIR-NET + interview. Candidates who are in a regular job for the last five years, minimum 50% marks OR 5.0 CGPA on 10 point scale at PG level is required

Chandigarh University Scholarships

• Teacher’s Ward Concession
• Sibling Concession
• Pre-Earned Credit Program Scholarship
• Merit Scholarship Schemes for the Academic Session 2021-22
• Old Student Concession Policy to Promote Higher Education
• Single Girl Child Concession
• Concession to Girl Sibling
• Covid Warrior Scheme
• Alumni Scholarship
• Scholarship Scheme for Wards of Defence Personnel for the Academic Year 2021-22
• CU Sports Policy for the Academic Year 2021-22
• Architecture Scholarship on the Basis of Nata/jee (Main) Score
• Scholarship for Family Members of Chandigarh University Staff for Session 2021-22
• Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) for the Academic Year 2021-22
• Early Bird Scholarship For PG Students for the Academic Year 2021-22
• Limca Book of Records has given the National Award for the Most Number of Companies.

Chandigarh University Placements

During the final Chandigarh University placement drive 2021, a total of 7412 placement offers were made by participating 757 Multinational Companies. The Chandigarh University highest CTC stood at INR 36 LPA for the Engineering students, for the Management students it stood at INR 28 LPA, for the Hotel Management students it stood at INR 18 LPA & for the Pharma Science students it stood at INR 4.38 LPA. The overall Chandigarh University average CTC stood at INR 8 LPA.

Subject	Total Companies	Selected Students	Highest Package (INR)
Computer Science and IT	122	2030	36 LPA
Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace and Automobile Engineering	115	530	9 LPA
Civil Engineering, Petroleum and Chemical	35	178	15 LPA
Electrical and Electronics & Communication	37	628	10 LPA
Management	200+	475	14 LPA
Hotel Management	106+	294	18 LPA
BBA	200	175 (received multiple offers)	14 LPA

Chandigarh University Alumni

The Chandigarh University has over 35,000 registered alumni, and the number is growing by the day. The institution offers an alumni network that lets alumni stay in touch with one another, and there is a contribution link on the website for alumni who want to give to their old mater. There is information on internships and employment on the alumni site. Chandigarh University Alumni are welcome to return to their institution to discuss their accomplishments, provide professional advice, or conduct seminars, among other things. The graduates have settled in India and abroad and are employed by international corporations.

Chandigarh University Infrastructure and Facilities

Chandigarh University Infrastructure and Facilities are outstanding. The Chandigarh University campus is wifi-enabled and offers students hostels, libraries, sports clubs, well-equipped labs, smart classrooms, and many other Facilities.

The Chandigarh University contains 13 libraries, one central library and 12 libraries located in various academic blocks, with a collection of over 85,000 books and 8,50,000 e-books. It has joined DELNET, the British Council Library, and other organizations.

Chandigarh University Hostel Fees

Male and female students are accommodated in separate hostels at Chandigarh University. The hostel features a safe atmosphere with 24-hour security and monitoring. Every hostel has basic amenities as well as an adjoining mess. The hostel mess provides clean and fresh cuisine. Students will have access to internet, a music room, a common area with TV and cable, salon services, and other Facilities. Chandigarh University Hostel Fees are approximately Rs 96000 for non-AC (3-seater) and Rs 1,08,000 for AC (3-seater).