Chandigarh University to Host CU Scholars’ Summit 2026, Celebrating Merit Scholars and Academic Excellence

Chandigarh University will host the CU Scholars' Summit 2026 on June 3, bringing together students from across the country who have secured merit-based scholarships through the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) 2026.

The annual flagship event is dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the success of outstanding students that have earned scholarships and up to 100 per cent tuition fee waiver through CUCET. The summit will honor the spirit of academic excellence, motivate young leaders of tomorrow and welcome scholars as they embark on their higher education journey at Chandigarh University.

Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, Hon'ble Governor of Punjab, will be the Chief Guest of the event making it significant. His arrival is expected to motivate the students and instill a sense of responsibility towards the nation's future through education, hard work, and leadership.

The CU Scholars' Summit 2026 will also include a few renowned industry speakers as Honoured Guests, such as Mr. Mandeep Singh, Senior Vice President and Global Head, Hitachi Systems India Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Sushil Kumar Tripathi, Vice President, Technology, Kellton Tech Solutions Limited, and Mr. Sushil Khosla, Head of Operations Management and CSR, TCS. They will be expected to give students insights and perspectives into the industry and the opportunities available for students in the future.

The objective of the summit is not only to recognize academic achievement, but to provide a memorable experience through learning, leadership and entertainment. Bollywood actor Chunky Panday will be the face of the event, adding a star touch. The day will also feature a live performance by the renowned comedian and actor Kiku Sharda, which will bring some fun and entertainment to the day.

The university said that the event is the reflection of the university's dedication towards appreciating the talent and motivating the students for their academic excellence. The summit not only honors the student achievement, it also allows scholars the chance to meet successful leaders in academia, industry, and the entertainment industry.

The CU Scholars' Summit has grown to become one of the most visible and important annual events at the university, representing success, dreams and opportunity. The event is designed to inspire the students to strive for excellence in and out of the classroom by featuring scholarship recipients, university leaders, industry experts, and notable personalities.

With the event just around the corner on June 3, Chandigarh University is hopeful that the summit will become a symbol of achievement, hard work, and potential, further solidifying their commitment to shaping the future leaders of the industry.

From academic achievement to inspirational leadership, industry engagement to entertainment, the CU Scholars' Summit 2026 promises to be one of the most impactful higher education events of the year.