Chandigarh University Course Admissions

The Chandigarh-Patiala highway runs across the campus of Chandigarh University. The distance between the university and Chandigarh's downtown is about 30 kilometers. The university was founded in 2012 and currently has 13211 on-campus students, which is among the highest numbers. With a 3.28 GPA, the university received NAAC A+ accreditation in 2019. The university is now ranked 29th in India as of 2022. Additionally, Chandigarh University received a "Diamond" rating from QS IGauge.

The main program at Chandigarh University is the B.Tech/B.E. During the admissions process, computer science is chosen by more than 35% of the students. The institution has 18 departments that provide more than 200 traditional and online courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. The Chandigarh University Institute of Distance and Open Learning is the provider of distance learning courses. The overall cost of the B.Tech. at Chandigarh University is INR 7.08 Lacs. Fees for the MBA and BBA at Chandigarh University are INR 4.34 lac and INR 3.66 lac, respectively.

The results of the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) are used to determine admission to courses at the university. Candidates must appear for the counseling round in order to be admitted to the programs for law, nursing, and pharmacy. Also published is the Chandigarh University Placement 2022 report. More than 7500 students have been placed by the institution with 757 businesses. For B.Tech, MBA, and hotel management, the top package is available at INR 52.11 LPA, INR 28 LPA, and INR 15 LPA, respectively. In comparison to 2020, Chandigarh University has witnessed a 10% increase in recruitment.

Dates for applying to Chandigarh University in 2022

Admission to Chandigarh University is currently available for the academic year 2022–2023 and will remain so till May 29, 2022. According to trends from the previous year, the university accepts late applications, but such candidates may miss out on financial opportunities. Additionally, admissions for the Ph.D. program at Chandigarh University are still open. The following table lists the information for the admission dates:

Chandigarh University CUCET Phase I 2022 (Closed)

Event	Dates
Registration for CUCET Starts from	December 3, 2021
Last date to apply for CUCET 2022	May 29, 2022
CUCET 2022 Examination	Dec 23, 2021, to May 31, 2022
Chandigarh University CUCET Phase II 2022 (Ongoing)
CUCET 2022 Phase II Registration	May 31, 2022
Last date to apply for CUCET 2022 Phase II	July 29, 2022
CUCET 2022 Phase II Examination	May 31, 2021, to July 31, 2022
Chandigarh University PhD Admission Dates (Ongoing)
Event	Dates
Online Application Starts	April 07, 2022
Last Date for submission of Online Application Form	June 15, 2022 (till 4:30 PM)
Conduct of Ph.D Entrance Examination	July 03, 2022
Result of Ph.D Entrance Examination	July 19, 2022
Interview Schedule	July 26-27, 2022
Admission Notification	August 18, 2022

University of Chandigarh Courses & Costs

200+ courses are available through Chandigarh University's 18 institutes, all of which are located on the Gharuan campus. The most frequently asked questions on the university's B.Tech, MBA, B.Sc, BBA, B.Com, BA, BCA, M.Sc, and LLB programs are sent to Collegedunia. The qualifying requirements and costs for the top 20 degrees offered at Chandigarh University are listed in the table below, which is arranged by popularity. View the full list of courses:

Courses	Details	Total Fees
BE/ B.Tech	Eligibility: Pass in 12th class examination with 50% marks Selection Criteria: JEE Main or CUCET	INR 7.08 - INR 9.68 lakh
B.Sc	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized board Selection Criteria: Merit-based	INR 1.83 lakh - INR 4.26 lakh
B.Arch	Eligibility: Pass in 12th class examination with 50% marks Selection Criteria: NATA or CUCET scores	INR 9.1 lakh
BBA	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized board Selection Criteria: CUCET scores	INR 3.66 lakh - INR 3.81 lakh
BCA	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized board Selection Criteria: CUCET scores	INR 3.51 lakh
ME	Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with an aggregate of 55% Selection Criteria: CUCET Score	INR 1.23 lakh - INR 2.24 lakh
MBA	Eligibility: Any Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate Selection Criteria: CAT/ MAT/ CUCET/ XAT scores	INR 3.64 lakh - INR 4.84 lakh
MCA	Eligibility: Any Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate Selection Criteria: CUCET scores	INR 2.62 lakh
M.Sc	Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate (In case of SC/ST category 45%) with Core subject as a compulsory subject Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 82,000 - INR 2.34 lakh
MA	Eligibility: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university Selection Criteria: CUCET Score	INR 1.02 lakh - INR 2.04 lakh
Ph.D	Eligibility: Master’s degree in Biotechnology or Pharmacy with 55% marks in aggregate Selection Criteria: CU PhD Entrance Test, followed by a Personal Interview or UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GPAT/ SLET scores	INR 2.40 lakh - INR 4.80 lakh

Courses	Admission Details	Total Fees
B.Pharm	Eligibility: 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 8.48 Lakhs
B.Sc	Eligibility: 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 3.51 Lakhs
Pharm.D	Eligibility: 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 12.72 Lakhs
BPT	Eligibility: 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 5.49 Lakhs
M.Sc	Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks in the relevant course Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 2.43 Lakhs
M.Pharm	Eligibility: Bachelor of Pharmacy with 55% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 2.74 Lakhs
BOPTM	Eligibility: 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 4.08 Lakhs
M.Optom	Eligibility: Selection Criteria:CUCET	INR 81,000
MPT	Eligibility: Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 2.04 Lakhs

Courses	Admission Details	Total Fees
BA	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 3.51 Lakhs
BA+B.Ed	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 2.48 Lakhs
BA+ LLB	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 7.55 Lakhs
BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)	Eligibility: 10+2 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 3.64 Lakhs
MA	Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree of any discipline or its equivalent with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 1.96 Lakhs
Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Education	Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree of any discipline or its equivalent with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 41,000

Courses	Admission Details	Total Fees
B.Com	Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% marks in aggregate or its equivalent examination in any stream Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 3.66 Lakhs
B.Com + LLB	Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% marks in aggregate or its equivalent examination in any stream Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 7 Lakhs
BBA	Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% marks in aggregate or its equivalent examination in any stream Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 3.66 Lakhs
M.Com (Hons)	Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in Commerce or its equivalent with at least 50% marks Selection Criteria: CUCET	INR 1.20 Lakhs

Application Procedure for Chandigarh University in 2022

The first phase of the five-phase Chandigarh University application procedure begins with the purchase of an application form and registration for INR 1000. The next step is registering for the CUCET exam, followed by counselling and the admissions procedure. Students with high qualifying test results may also be spared from taking the CUCET examination.

University Placement for Chandigarh in 2022

The 2021–22 Chandigarh University Placement Report is available. During the on-campus placement campaign, 900 different businesses hired 9500 different students. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Chandigarh University was able to secure 140+ offers for between 10 and 15 lakhs. This number mostly reflects placements for B.Tech degrees. For the appropriate placement information, it is advisable to examine the individual course pages. The highest and median packages of top courses are shown in the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2020-21)	Placement Statistics (2021-22)
No. of Companies	757	900
No. of Fortune 500 Companies	300	-
No. of Offers	7412	9500
No. of Students placed	7412	-
Highest CTC	INR 36 LPA	INR 1.7 CPA
Average CTC	INR 8 LPA	-
Top Recruiters	Microsoft, Google, Amazon, IBM, Adobe, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, Qualcomm, etc	Charter Global, Flipkart, Deloitte

Rankings for Chandigarh University in 2022

The NIRF, India Today, Outlook, The Week, and Times of India all publish the 2022 Chandigarh University Rankings. The university has received the following rankings from NIRF 2022: 48 (Overall), 45 for B.Tech, 37 for pharmacy, and 40 for MBA programs. Chandigarh has increased by 23 and 6 points, respectively, in the NIRF Rankings for B.Tech and MBA as compared to 2021. The two main drivers of growth were the emphasis on research and a 10-15% increase in the median wage for students. With a score of #271-280, Chandigarh University was included in this year's QS I GAUGE Asia List of Top Universities. It should be emphasized that this ranking only evaluates universities according to predetermined criteria and is not comparable.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1. Is Chandigarh University good?

Ans. Chandigarh University is one of India’s fastest-growing universities in several domains. It has now become India’s first private university to be awarded the A+ Grade by NAAC. The university provides its students with the finest quality of education, campus life, extracurriculars, accommodation, and placements. Chandigarh University has 16 departments and more than 30 university-established centers of excellence. The hi-tech best-in-class facilities and academic excellence are what make Chandigarh University stand out. The student-to-teacher ratio at the university is 14:1, making it stand on par with other top universities in the country. With over 13,200 students, the university also offers separate hostels that can accommodate both boys and girls. Hostel residents can also enjoy all the facilities available on the hostel grounds.

Q2. How are the placements at Chandigarh University?

Ans. Chandigarh University has been the recipient of multiple awards and titles for its placement record over the years. In the previous academic year, more than 6300 students from Engineering, Management, and Hospitality courses were placed in leading companies including Amazon, Walt Disney, Flipkart, HP, Zomato, Hitachi, IndiGo Airlines, Microsoft, HP, and several others. The highest offered CTC was a record INR 52.11 LPA. The top CTC offered and the number of recruiters were both the highest so far. Microsoft became a consistent recruiter by recruiting students from Chandigarh University for the third year in a row. The university has also received the award for the Highest Number of Companies by Limca Book of Records.

Q3. How is the campus life at Chandigarh University? 

Ans. The campus of Chandigarh University spreads across more than 200 acres of lush green land. There are many facilities and resources that students can enjoy on campus. These include provisions for sports activities, dining, healthcare, recreational activities, etc. There are regular national and international level sports events that take place every year. Students are encouraged to participate in sports and extracurricular activities. The library at Chandigarh University is stacked with over 120,000 books and even more digital reading material. Accommodation is another plus with separate modern hostels for boys and girls. Residents have access to a mess facility, music room, internet, TV, gyms, and more amenities in the hostel vicinity. There are also multiple sports grounds for students to enjoy outdoor activities. Students can visit the many cafes and eateries that are spread across campus to enjoy a variety of delicacies and meals as per their taste.

Q4. Are Chandigarh University and Panjab University are same?

Ans. No. CU is a part of Panjab University but CU and PU are different universities. Chandigarh University is a private university whereas Panjab University is a government university.

Q5. How do I register for CUCET 2022?

Ans. In order to register for CUCET, eligible candidates can visit the official website of the university to register their profile. There are three phases of CUCET conducted in one year and the application can be made any time for the same. Candidates can even apply for CUCET multiple times to avail of better scholarships. Upon application, the candidates must pay a registration fee of INR 1,000. However, students that have scored more than 90% in their 10+2 board examinations are not required to appear for the CUCET.

Q6. What is the selection criteria for Chandigarh University B.Sc (HHA)?

Ans. Eligible candidates that are seeking admission to the undergraduate course of B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration are required to appear for the NCHMCT JEE examination. This examination is accepted by the University Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management of Chandigarh University. The previous year’s NCHMCT JEE cutoffs for admission to the program were 16931, 25314, and 24270 in rounds 1, 2, and 3 respectively.

Q7. Can international students pay their fees in cash at Chandigarh University?

Ans. It is advised that all International students must pay their fees online through the official website. The fee shall be paid through Swift Transfer using the Bank fee Due Invoice as well as the Acceptance Letter sent at the time of admission. If students wish to pay the fee in cash, cash handling charges would be applicable.

Q8. What is the format of CUCET conducted by Chandigarh University?

Ans. CUCET is the entrance test conducted for admission into various programs. It comprises 100 questions, each question carrying 1 mark with a negative marking for incorrect questions. The time duration for the test will be 2 hours. For different programs, different categories of questions are set for the CUCET test.

Q9. Who are the regular recruiters at Chandigarh University?

Ans. With over 627 recruiters arriving for the placement, the major recruiters that arrive every year are as follows: Amazon, Microsoft, SAP Labs, VMWare, HP, Deloitte, Cognizant, Sapient, Hitachi, Practo Technologies, Flipkart, Gwynniebee India, Zomato.Com, L&T, TAFE, John Deere, Schindler

Q10. Does Chandigarh University have a shuttle service from the airport, railway station, or bus stand?

Ans. Yes, there is a shuttle service from CU to the airport, railway station, and Chandigarh bus stand.

Q11. What is the tuition fee for pursuing MBA at Chandigarh University?

Ans. The MBA fee at Chandigarh University is INR 4,34,000.

Q12. Is distance learning from Chandigarh University beneficial?

Ans. The most popular distance learning course at Chandigarh University's distance learning Institute is MBA in 4 specializations and MCA. Apart from that, the Institute also offers BBA, BA, BCA, B. Com, B.Sc, and MA. Pursuing distance learning courses at Chandigarh University is of course beneficial as the course curriculum is designed to foster a worldly approach incorporating innovation, top industry leaders and well-experienced academicians. The syllabus taught by CU IDOL adheres to the needs of contemporary education and makes a student job ready. Top recruiters include Google, Godrej, Amazo, HP, Microsoft, etc.

Q13. What is the Global Fellowship Program at Chandigarh University? 

Ans. The Global Fellowship Program (GFP) is a multi-disciplinary two-year post-graduate degree program. It provides a diploma after completion of one year. The program accepts applications from a graduate or postgraduate with a strong academic record, extracurricular achievement, and strong communication skills. Students in this program can also leave after completion of one year and receive their post-graduate diploma in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

Candidates must send in their entries by filling out an application form with a Statement of Purpose (SOP) and must mention two references.

Q14. How to apply for a scholarship at Chandigarh University?

Ans. Students cannot apply directly for scholarships at Chandigarh University. Scholarships are offered to those meritorious students who either scored very high in the common entrance test that is, CUCET or are awarded to those who have a brilliant academic performance with at least 7.0 CGPA in the first and second year of study.
Students can avail of scholarships after they get admission to the university. They can contact the admissions office for more details on the following numbers and email id:

• General Inquiries:+91-160-3044444
• Mobile: +91-99159-99223, +91-99159-99224
• Toll-Free: 1800 1212 88800
• Email: admissions@cumail.in

Q15. Can I get direct admission to Chandigarh University for Law?

Ans. Yes, you can get direct admission in Law for which the minimum eligibility is 50% marks at the Graduate level. The only thing you have to do is to register online and fill out the application form on the official website of Chandigarh University

Q16. What is the migration fee of Chandigarh University?

Ans. Is it possible to get admission to Chandigarh University-Main Campus for MSc Chemistry? Yes, Aspiring students for the MSc program in Chemistry can apply for the main campus of Chandigarh University. Candidate must have a bachelor's Degree in Chemistry with a minimum aggregate of 50%.

Q17. Does CU offer semester exchange programs?

Ans. Yes, CU has joined hands with a variety of universities from Europe, the Americas, and Australia to help its students secure exchange semesters in those universities. The students are required to look up the universities that they are interested in going to and fill in the necessary details for the same.