What is the NIRF ranking of Chandigarh University (CU)?

In the NIRF 2025 rankings, Chandigarh University (CU) is ranked #14 in Architecture, #15 in Pharmacy, #19 among universities, #31 in Engineering, #32 in Management, #32 overall and #34 for research.

How are placements at Chandigarh University (CU)?

In the data Chandigarh University (CU) submitted to NIRF 2025, 2,669 of the 3,382 students who graduated from its 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (78.9%), at a median salary of ₹7.5 LPA. Another 713 went on to higher studies.

What is the admission process at Chandigarh University (CU)?

Chandigarh University Admissions CU's admission process starts with registration and generating the login credentials of the candidates for easy processing. Candidates need to fill in all the details in the application form and submit the form along with application fees before the final submission date.

Is Chandigarh University (CU) a government or private institution?

Chandigarh University (CU) is a private institution in Mohali, Punjab, established in 2012. It is affiliated to Chandigarh University.

Which bodies approve or accredit Chandigarh University (CU)?

Chandigarh University (CU) lists approval or accreditation from AICTE, UGC and AIU.

Do students at Chandigarh University (CU) get scholarships or fee waivers?

In 2023–24, 3,293 of its 34,261 students had their full tuition fee reimbursed: 668 through state and central government schemes and 2,625 by the institution (NIRF 2025 data).

How many students study at Chandigarh University (CU)?

34,261 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 51% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).

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Chandigarh University (CU)

Mohali, Punjab10380 IntakeofflineFounded 2012Chandigarh University

Fees / year

₹33,000 - ₹1.4L

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Median Salary

₹7.5 LPA

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At a glance

Established: 2012
Institution type: Private
Location: Mohali, Punjab
Affiliation: Chandigarh University
Approvals: AICTE, UGC, AIU
NIRF 2025: #32 Overall, #19 University, #14 Architecture
Median salary: ₹7.5 LPA (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Placement rate: 78.9% (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Students enrolled: 34,261 (2023–24)

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

About Chandigarh University (CU)

About Chandigarh University Chandigarh University also known as (CU) is one of the leading Universities in the district of Mohali, Punjab. It is situated in a village called Gharuan. Chandigarh University offers an ocean of undergraduate, post-graduate and doctorate courses in the fields of engineering, management, computing, legal studies, education, animation and multimedia, pharma sciences, biotechnology, architecture, commerce, legal studies, agricultural science, media studies, and many more for its students to choose from. Chandigarh University has been consistently awarded A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council among the Asia’s best & fastest growing Universities in India. Moreover: Ranked 4th among all Private Institutions in India by QS World University Rankings. Chandigarh University is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for BE Electrical Engineering, BE Mechanical Engineering, BE CIVIL Engineering , BE ECE, BE Aerospace Engineering, BE CSE, BE Chemical Engineering and BE Mechatronics. CU has been ranked by NIRF, Govt. of India. 61st Rank for its Engineering division, 45th for its Management, 51st for Pharmacy division and 16th for Architecture. CU is UGC (University Grants Commission) approved university and AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) approved. QS ASIA University ranking Ranked 4th Amongst Top Pvt universities Of India , Overall Rank in Asia(271-280). Chandigarh University Highlights Name Chandigarh University (CU) Established 2012 Location Chandigarh Programmes Offered UG & PG Approved NAAC A+ Website cuchd.in.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education) ranks institutions in separate lists.

Ranking list	Rank	Score
Architecture	#14	59.70
Pharmacy	#15	68.34
University	#19	61.27
Engineering	#31	60.46
Management	#32	59.40
Overall	#32	59.55
Research	#34	50.47

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Placements

2,669 of the 3,382 students who graduated from Chandigarh University (CU)'s 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (78.9%), at a median salary of ₹7.5 LPA. 713 went on to higher studies.

Source: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Year-wise placements

Admission 2027

Chandigarh University Admissions CU's admission process starts with registration and generating the login credentials of the candidates for easy processing. The student needs to develop their profile for the application process .Candidates need to fill in all the details in the application form and submit the form along with application fees before the final submission date. Chandigarh University conducts its own entrance exam commonly known as “CUCET” in two phases namely CUCET-I and CUCET-II. Each phase will be conducted one by one and early comers be availed extra benefits. At the time of application, students must select the active phase which would be necessary for admissions into Engineering and Management programmes and scholarships.

Scholarships and Fee Reimbursement

In 2023–24, 3,293 of 34,261 students at Chandigarh University (CU) (9.6%) had their full tuition fee reimbursed by government schemes, the institution or private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

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