Campus Area in Chandigarh University

2 mins readUpdated on Sep 5, 2022 14:54 IST
Chandigarh University is located in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, on NH-05, the Ludhiana-Chandigarh State Highway. The campus covers 105.58 acres. The campus is very beautiful, with greenery all around it. It is a fully Wi-Fi-enabled campus.

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Chandigarh University is located in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, on NH-05, the Ludhiana-Chandigarh State Highway. The campus covers 105.58 acres. The campus is very beautiful, with greenery all around it. It is a fully Wi-Fi-enabled campus.

Academic Block

There are various academic blocks for different departments. These blocks have libraries, auditoriums, computer labs, smart classrooms and solid furniture. Lifts are also present in each block. The hygiene of the classrooms and washrooms is properly taken care of. Drinking water is available on every floor.

Hostels

Hostels are available for both boys and girls, with a mess inside. The gym is also a part of the hostel facility. All the rooms are spacious and are cleaned daily. The bathrooms are common, and there is a drinking water facility available on every floor.

Q:   Is CUCET compulsory for Chandigarh University?
A:

Yes, Chandigarh University conducts Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET) for admission to all of its UG and PG courses. This is a common entrance exam that is applicable for admission of candidates in every stream such as Management, Humanities, Science, Commerce, Engineering, etc. To get admission to any of the courses offered at Chandigarh University, students have to apply for this exam on the official website of CUCET and appear for the exam. This exam is conducted in an online mode in two phases. For admission to any of the courses, there are two decisive factors that are considered by the university for admission. These are eligibility criteria and CUCET scores. 

Q:   What all facilities are available for students at Chandigarh University?
A:

Students have access to a dedicated library situated in every academic block. Also, there is a central library that is open throughout the week. The campus has hi-tech computer labs, high-speed Wi-Fi and various food courts with multiple eating joints. Additionally, Chandigarh University campus has separate hostels both for boys and girls with all modern facilities and attached mess. The hostel mess provides fresh and hygienic food. Apart from this, other facilities include International Faculty Development Program (IFDP), convocations, and others.

Q:   Does Chandigarh University offer hostel facilities to its students?
A:

Yes, Chandigarh University offers hostel and various other facilities to students. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. Visit the official website and check what are the charges for the hostel and decide whether to avail of this facility or not. The hostel is safe for students and proper security is maintained at the hostel for the students. 

Library

There is a library in every academic block for each department. Other than that, there is a central library, which is the largest one. Any student can visit and study there. There are a variety of books, newspapers, and magazines to study.

Computer Labs

Computer or IT labs are available for students to practically apply what they have learned in Coding. These labs are available in every academic block. 

Playground

There is a large playground for students to play games and sports like football, cricket, volleyball, and more. There is a separate basketball court as well. Students are encouraged to engage in roller skating, badminton and other games too.

Mess

A mess is there in every hostel. There is a common mess as well, where food facilities are available for the day scholars on a paid basis. The food is served four times a day, and the menu keeps changing with time. Nonveg is served twice a week at dinner. The meal is chosen while keeping in mind the nutrition it serves. The hygiene is taken care of and the caterer serves food with gloves on.

Q:   Is there library in Chandigarh University?
A:

Yes a total of 18 libraries are available at Chandigarh University, including the central library. These libraries are well-equipped with advanced computerised and electronic databases to make the reading material easily accessible to students. Find below the list of all study materials provided in Chandigarh University Library:

  1. Books- 11 lakh+
  2. E-books- 2.36 lakh+
  3. E-journals- 35,000+
  4. Research paper- 3 lakh+
  5. Theses- 95,000
Q:   Can I get a hostel at Chandigarh University?
A:

Yes, students can get hostels at Chandigarh University. There are separate and safe hostels facilities are provided to all the male and female students. All the hostels are well maintained with advanced amenities such as 24 hour wi-fi services, mess facility, reading room, sports and entertainment room, etc. Students who apply for hostel at Chandigarh University have to pay for separate charges as per the room allocation. Click here to find the complete breakup of Chandigarh University hostel charges.

Q:   How is hostel life at CU?
A:

The hostel life of Chandigarh University is quite vibrant as the uiversity provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. CU Chandigarh provides a transport facility, banking facility, the university library and several other facilities to its students which include:

  • Academics: CU University Chandigarh has 14 academic blocks which consists of labs and classrooms with hi-tech equipment and resources.
  • Hostel: Separate hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls. CU hostels provide several services to residents which include TV, Internet, a common room, a music room, indoor games, and a reading room. The hostels have gyms, a basketball court, and an attached mess for dining.
  • Library: The university has a Central Library and 14 other libraries across other academic blocks. There are over 120,000 books, 860,000 e-books, and more than 26,000 journals in the library.
  • Health Care: Chandigarh University has a highly qualified medical team to deal with any kind of medical emergency.

Food outlet

There are various food outlets available on campus. Students get to taste a variety of dishes, be it fast food or local cuisine. Food courts with sitting arrangements are also there for students to sit in and eat. There are various fast food zones like Dominos, Subway and Nescafe along with other spots.

Security

The university is equipped with CCTV cameras across the campus. There are guards at every gate, and the students residing in the hostel are not allowed to leave the campus without taking permission from the warden. The guards check the out pass before letting any student leave the campus. All the entries of the visitors are recorded with their contact details and the purpose of their coming.

Others

There are a lot of events and celebrations that take place on campus. Fresher parties, Tech fests, music fests, DJ nights, Tashan nights, cultural fests and other occasions are celebrated on the campus. Many sports events and competitions, both academic and non-academic are organised to encourage students to showcase their talents. The college also has an anti-ragging policy. Overall, the students get to experience a healthy and lively environment.

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