Chandigarh University Admissions 2026-2027: Where Global Opportunities Begin

Chandigarh University (CU), one of the best and internationally ranked universities in India based in Mohali, Punjab has formally announced their admissions in academic year 2026-2027. CU is one of the leading academic institutions that students can consider as their destination when they envision their future careers to be built internationally due to its exclusive academic culture, advanced research, cross-border partnerships, and superior placement statistics.

International Ranking and Accreditation

CU has been ranked as one of the top 2 percent universities in the world, 575 th in the QS world university ranking 2026 and as the number 1 Indian private university in the qs Asia ranking 2025, with position 120. CU also has NAAC A+, NBA accreditation of Engineering and MBA, and ABET certification of their Engineering courses, confirming their adherence to international standards of education. The university is ranked as the 19th in the country (NIRF 2025) and the best in the field of Hospitality and Leisure Management in India (Outlook I-Care 2024).

Research, Innovation & Collaborations

Boasting over 5100 patents and 20,000 research publications, CU's Research and Development Centre supports 200+ research groups and 15+ Centres of Excellence. Notable collaborations with AWS, IBM, Tech Mahindra, IIT Guwahati, and Palo Alto Networks elevate CU as a leader in innovation. The Kalpana Chawla Centre for Space Science connects CU’s research to 28 countries via satellite ground stations.

Global Collaborations & International Exposure

CU partners with 515+ universities across 100+ countries providing dual degrees, semester exchange programs, and global internships. Recent paid internships at Walt Disney and other global firms showcase the university’s international footprint, enhancing students’ employability worldwide.

Various Academic Programs and Innovations

CU has more than 150 multidisciplinary programs in 20+ institutes which include Engineering, Management, Law, Hotel Management, Design, Computing, Biotechnology, Architecture to Liberal Arts. As part of 2026-2027, it has launched new-age programs like Robotics and Automation, Cyber Security, AI in Healthcare, FinTech, Digital Media, Bioinformatics, and Sustainable Architecture all with industry partnering, international qualifications and experience-based learning to prepare students with future employment.

Scholarship Programs

In 2026-2027, CU will offer 200 Crore in scholarships via CUCET 2026 which will cover up to 100 percent tuition waiver based on merit, scores at entrance examinations, as well as extracurricular accomplishments. MBA, Architecture, Law, and Engineering are also given special scholarships and 1.5 Crore is set aside as merit scholarships to students in Ladakh.

Modern Infrastructure and Campus Life

The green smart campus, with its 150-acre area, provides smart classrooms and AI-powered labs, modern hostels, fitness centers, 24 hours security, healthcare, banking services, and active cultural life, is available to CU.

Placements and Industry Ecosystem

CU’s placement cell facilitated over 9000 placements last year, with 1100+ multinational companies recruiting, including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, IBM, and Accenture. The highest international package reached ₹1.7 Crore, and the highest domestic package ₹54.75 LPA. The Corporate Advisory Board comprising nearly 1000 industry leaders collaborates to provide training, workshops, internships, and career guidance.

An International Heritage of National Pride and World Image

CU has received several awards such as a Guinness world record for the largest human image of the national flag and it is the first private Indian university to receive Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy. Students have performed excellently in international sporting activities and have won highly sought-after national honors, which indicate the holistic development that CU is concerned about.

Admissions Open: Apply Now!

Applications for all programs via CUCET 2026 are open in two phases: October 2025 to May 2026, and June 2026 till admission closure. Prospective students are encouraged to apply online through the official portal cucet.cuchd.in.