Chandigarh University (CU), Chandigarh Admission Process

  Panjab   AICTE, UGC, AIU   ESTD 2012
  Panjab   AICTE, UGC, AIU   ESTD 2012

Admission

Chandigarh University Admission 2024

Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Chandigarh University is based on the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET). The admission process is conducted in two phases: CUCET Phase I and CUCET Phase II. The university offers a variety of programs including UG, PG, Specialised, Integrated, Lateral Entry, and Ph.D. courses. Additionally, industry collaborative programs in MBA and B.Tech CSE are available in partnership with top organisations such as IBM and SAP.

Foreign candidates are also eligible to apply for admission. Application forms for Chandigarh University are available both online and offline. For the year 2024, the registration fee for CU admission is INR 1,000 for both UG and PG courses.

Chandigarh University Admission 2024 Highlights

Admissions for Chandigarh University CUCET Phase I are currently open. For more details about the admission highlights, please refer to the table below.

articulars Admission Highlights 2024 
Entrance Exam CUCET
Application Fees INR 1,000 (UG & PG ) INR 1,100 (Ph.D)
Admission Form Online/ Offline
Scholarships Yes
Cutoff Minimum 30% in CUCET
Flagship Courses B.E./ B.Tech, MBA, BBA, BCA
Course Fees INR 1.35 Lakhs – INR 12.68 Lakhs

Chandigarh University Admission Criteria 2024

Admission to B.E., B.Pharma, Pharma.D, M.Pharma, MBA, BA LL.B., BBA LL.B., B.Com LL.B., and LL.M. programs at Chandigarh University is based on merit in the CUCET. The eligibility criteria vary depending on the level and type of course. Additionally, Chandigarh University considers scores from JEE Mains, NATA, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, and ATMA for awarding scholarships to deserving candidates. The tables below provide detailed information on Chandigarh University Course Admissions for 2024.

Chandigarh University UG Course Admission 2024

Course Eligibility & Selection Criteria  Total Tuition Fees 
B.E./ B.Tech Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with at least 50-70% marks
Exams Accepted: CUCET, JEE Mains, Class XII Scores
INR 8.16 Lakhs – INR 10.85 Lakhs
BBA Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 6.20 Lakhs
BCA  Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 5.80 Lakhs 
B.Des.  Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any field or 3-year diploma with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 7.40 Lakhs – INR 7.60 Lakhs 
B.Sc. Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any field or 3-year diploma with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 3 Lakhs – INR 5.56 Lakhs
BA Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any field with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 3.60 Lakhs – INR 5.88 Lakhs
B.Com (Hons.) Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any field with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 4.47 Lakhs
B.Arch. Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with Physics and Maths as compulsory subjects along with a third subject with at least 45% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, NATA, Class XII Scores
INR 10.50 Lakhs
B.Pharma.  Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Maths/ Biology as compulsory subjects with at least 60% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 10.60 Lakhs
LL.B. Eligibility: Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 3.90 Lakhs 
B.P.Ed. Eligibility: Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 1.92 Lakhs 
BPT Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in the medical stream
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 6.88 Lakhs
BFA Eligibility: Passed 10+2 in any stream
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 4.52 Lakhs 

Chandigarh University PG Course Admission 2024

Course Eligibility & Selection Criteria Total Tuition Fees 
M.E./ M.Tech Eligibility: Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent field with 55% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 2.26 Lakhs 
MBA Eligibility: Passed Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores, MAT, CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT
INR 4.40 Lakhs – INR 6.78 Lakhs
M.Sc.  Eligibility: Passed B.Sc with 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 1.40 Lakhs – INR 2.98 Lakhs 
MCA  Eligibility: Passed Bachelor’s Degree with Maths at Graduation or 10+2 level with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 3 Lakhs – INR 3.18 Lakhs
MA  Eligibility: Passed Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate in any field 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 1.40 – INR 2.50 Lakhs
M.Com Eligibility: Passed B.Com/ BBA/ BA Economics/ BA Maths/ BA Statistics with at least 50% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 2.80 Lakhs
M.Arch. Eligibility: Passed B.Arch with at least 50% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 2.22 Lakhs
MPT Eligibility: Passed BPT with at least 55% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 2.38 Lakhs
M.Pharma Eligibility: Passed B.Pharma with at least 55% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 3.06 Lakhs – INR 3.58 Lakhs
LL.M. Eligibility: Passed LL.B. with at least 50% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 1.35 Lakhs
M.Optom Eligibility: Passed B.Optom or equivalent with at least 55% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Graduation Scores
INR 1.80 Lakhs 

Chandigarh University Integrated Course Admission 2024

Course Eligibility & Selection Criteria Total Tuition Fees 
B.E. + M.E. CSE Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects with at least 60% marks in aggregate
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 9.80 Lakhs 
BA LL.B. (Hons.) Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 60% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 9.40 Lakhs
BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 55% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 8.75 Lakhs
B.Com LL.B. (Hons.) Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 55% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 8.75 Lakhs
BA + B.Ed. Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in aggregate 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 3.60 Lakhs
B.Sc. + B.Ed. Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in aggregate with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects 
Exams Accepted: CUCET, Class XII Scores
INR 3.60 Lakhs

Chandigarh University Ph.D. Admission 2024 

Chandigarh University Ph.D. course is available in 22 specialisations

Course Eligibility & Selection Criteria Per Semester Fees 
Ph.D. Eligibility: Passed Master’s degree in relevant field with at least 55% marks
Exams Accepted: Merit in CU Ph.D. Entrance Test/ GPAT/ UGC/ CSIR-NET 
Selection Criteria: Entrance Test Score + Interview 
INR 70,000 

Chandigarh University Lateral Entry Admission 2024 

Course Eligibility Criteria Total Tuition Fees 
B.E. Lateral Entry  Passed three years diploma in Engineering/ Technology/ B.Sc. with at least 50% marks INR 6.12 Lakhs
B.Pharma Lateral Entry Passed Pharma.D. with at least 50% marks INR 7.95 Lakhs
B.Optom Lateral Entry Passed two or three years diploma in Optometry/ Ophthalmic Tech  INR 3.57 Lakhs

Chandigarh University Application Process 2024

The admission process at Chandigarh University involves the following steps:

  1. Register on the official website.
  2. Select your preferred program.
  3. Meet the eligibility criteria.
  4. Download the prospectus.
  5. Complete and submit the application form.
  6. Pay the application fee of INR 1000.

Eligibility requirements vary by course. For undergraduate programs, candidates must have completed Class XII. For postgraduate courses, applicants need to have a relevant undergraduate degree with at least 50% aggregate marks.

For Lateral Entry (Leet Programs), candidates must have completed a diploma course in the relevant field. Chandigarh University offers lateral admission to B.E., B.Pharma, B.Optom, BMLT, and M.Sc. in Forensic Science.

Chandigarh University Online Admission Process 2024

Follow these steps to apply online to Chandigarh University:

  1. Visit the CUCET official website.
  2. Register with your Name, Email, Contact Number, and City.
  3. Choose your preferred discipline and program.
  4. Submit the registration form.
  5. Receive your login credentials via email and SMS.
  6. Log in with your User ID and password to complete your profile.
  7. You will get a confirmation of successful registration on your registered contact number and email.
  8. Download the E-Prospectus by paying INR 1000.
  9. Fill out the application form provided in the prospectus to apply for the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET).

The registration fee can be paid online via net banking, debit card, or credit card.

Chandigarh University Offline Admission Process 2024

To apply offline for Chandigarh University, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the Chandigarh University official website.
  2. Download the application form.
  3. Fill out the application form and send it along with a demand draft of INR 1000 to: Admission Office, Chandigarh University, SCO 223, First Floor, Sector 36 D, Chandigarh – 160036.
  4. After submitting the application fee, you can obtain a prospectus from the Chandigarh University Campus or the local Admission Office.

CUCET Chandigarh University 2024

Admission to Chandigarh University courses is based on the national-level Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET), which also serves as a scholarship test. CUCET 2024 is essential for entry into various programs, including Engineering, MBA, Pharmacy, LL.M., and Integrated Law Programs at CU Chandigarh.

Students who score more than 90% in their previous qualifying examinations (such as Class XII) or achieve a rank up to 50,000 in JEE are exempt from taking CUCET.

Here are key details about the Chandigarh University CUCET:

  • Phases: CUCET is conducted in two phases: Phase I and Phase II. Students may choose to take both phases.
  • Attempts: Each phase allows for two attempts.
  • Additional Fee: A fee of INR 500 is required to appear in CUCET Phase II.
  • Mode: The exam is held online.
  • Format: The test consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes.
  • Language: The exam is conducted in English, though 10+2 Arts students can choose Hindi for certain subjects.
  • Marking: There is no negative marking in the CUCET.