Overview
One of the oldest Universities in India, the Panjab University (PU) initiated at Lahore in 1882, has a long tradition of pursuing excellence in teaching and research in science and technology, humanities, social sciences, performing arts and sports. The University supports excellence and innovation in academic programmes, promotes excellence in research, scholarship and teaching. In Chandigarh, the newly built capital of Punjab, a beautiful red sandstone campus was designed for the Panjab University by Pierre Jeanneret under the general guidance of Le Corbusier. Panjab University moved here during 1958-1960. Till the re-organisation of Punjab in 1966, the University had its regional centres at Rohtak, Shimla and Jalandhar and its affiliated colleges were located in the States of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. With the re-organization of Punjab, the University became an Inter-State Body Corporate catering to the newly organized States of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Gradually, the colleges of Himachal and Haryana were affiliated to the Universities in the respective states and the Panjab University was left with the affiliated colleges in the Union Territory of Chandigarh and some parts of Punjab. The Panjab University Campus at Chandigarh accommodates seventy four teaching and research departments/institutes/centres besides six independent Chairs for research. Furthermore, the university has 202 affiliated and 6 Constituent Colleges spread over Punjab and Chandigarh besides Regional Centres at Muktsar, Ludhiana, Hoshiarpur and Kauni. In addition, there is the Vishveshavaranand Vishwa Bandhu Institute of Sanskrit and Indological Studies at Hoshiarpur.
Established in 1882 as University of Punjab at Lahore (now in Pakistan). Accredited with a CGPA of 3.68 on a four-point scale at A++ Grade. 1st Rank in ARIIA Ranking 2021 amongst University & Deemed to be University (Government & Government Aided) (Technical).
Fees
Fees : Varies by course (Approx. ₹10,000 - ₹50,000 per year for most programs)
Other Fees : Additional charges may apply
Hostel Fees : ₹15,000 - ₹35,000 per year
Admissions
Panjab University offers admissions in various UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs through merit and entrance exams. Undergraduate admissions require PU-CET or other relevant entrance tests. Postgraduate courses admit students based on PU-CET(PG), CAT, GATE, or departmental entrance exams. Law admissions are through CLAT, and MBA aspirants need a CAT score. Applicants must meet the minimum academic qualifications and apply through the university's online portal before deadlines. Counseling and document verification follow after entrance results. International students have separate admission criteria.
Scholarship
Panjab University provides scholarships based on merit, financial need, and reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC). Merit-based scholarships are awarded to top-performing students, while financial assistance is available for economically weaker sections. Research scholars can apply for UGC and other government-funded scholarships. Special scholarships are granted to differently-abled students and those excelling in sports and cultural activities. The university also has fee concessions for deserving students. Interested applicants should check the official university website or visit the scholarship cell for application details.
Placement
Placement : High
Package : ₹58.48 LPA
Campus
Address: Sector 14, Chandigarh, India – 160014
Phone: +91-172-2534818, +91-172-2534866
Email: vc@pu.ac.in (Vice Chancellor)
Website: www.puchd.ac.in
