CGC Landran Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Landran (CGC): News & Events ,

CGC Landran Hosts Workshop on ‘The Silent Pandemic: Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance’

August 8, 2025: The Department of Biotechnology, CCT, in collaboration with the CGC-RISE Department, CGC Landran, organized a one-day workshop titled “The Silent Pandemic: Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)” to raise awareness among students about the growing threat of AMR.

Prof. (Dr.) Dheerendra Kumar provided an insightful overview of AMR, highlighting detection strategies and the critical role of bioinformatics tools in its identification and surveillance. Dr. Sonal, Consultant in Pulmonary Medicine at Livasa Hospital, Mohali, shared clinical perspectives and case studies, emphasizing responsible antibiotic use and the real-world impact of AMR on patient care. The workshop also featured engaging competitions to encourage student participation. In the Poster Making Competition, first prize was awarded to Ms. Shivangi Sabarwal (M.Sc. Biotechnology, Semester III), second to Ms. Palakpreet Kaur, and third to Ms. Deepika (B.Sc. Biotechnology, Semester III). In the Mind Speak Competition, Mr. Anuneet (B.Sc., Semester V) secured first place, followed by Ms. Sargam (M.Sc. Biotechnology, Semester III) and Mr. Harsh (B.Sc. Biotechnology, Semester I). The event concluded on an inspiring note, providing participants with valuable insights, a deeper understanding of AMR, and a renewed commitment to its prevention and control.

CGC Landran Signs MoU with VIT Engineering Pvt. Ltd. to Foster Industry-Academia Collaboration

August 4, 2025: CGC Landran, Mohali, has successfully signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VIT Engineering Pvt. Ltd., marking a significant milestone in fostering industry-academia collaboration. The ceremony was graced by Er. Vijay Kumar Wakchaure, Founder of VIT Engineering Pvt. Ltd., highlighted the importance of bridging innovation with industrial applications. A symbolic handshake between Dr. Rajdeep Singh, Campus Director of CGC Landran, and Er. Vijay Kumar Wakchaure underscored their mutual commitment to collaborative growth.

The MoU revolves around a sponsored grant of INR 56 lakhs, focusing on Waste Management and Circular Economy, with Prof. (Dr.) Neha Sharma, Dean Research at CGC Landran, serving as the Principal Investigator. Dr. Amresh Kumar, CEO of ACIC RISE Association, emphasized the strategic value of this partnership in advancing joint research, mentoring startups, and providing students and innovators with real-world exposure in sustainable and impactful domains.

CGC Landran Welcomes Freshmen 2025: A New Constellation of Creators, Dreamers & Doers

July 21, 2025: CGC Landran welcomed a new constellation of creators, dreamers, and doers today. Under the visionary guidance of Honorable President Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal, Campus Director Dr. Rajdeep Singh, and other distinguished dignitaries, the journey toward academic excellence and transformative growth officially commenced. The Freshmen of 2025 were warmly received on campus for Day 1 of the Orientation Ceremony, marking the beginning of their new chapter at CGC Landran.

CGC Landran Celebrates 25 Years of Academic Excellence with New Logo

July 5, 2025: A historic milestone has been achieved at CGC Landran with the unveiling of the official logo celebrating 25 years of academic excellence, innovation, and impact. The logo signifies the management’s unwavering commitment to providing quality education that extends beyond the mere imparting of knowledge. It embodies a mission that the institution has accomplished and aims to continue enhancing in the years ahead. 

CGC Landran Excels in DataQuest T-Schools Rankings 2025!

April 15, 2025: Chandigarh Engineering College (CGC), Landran, Mohali, is thrilled to announce its remarkable rankings in the prestigious DataQuest T-Schools Survey 2025:

• 16th among the Top 100 T-Schools (Government & Private) in India

• 13th among the Top Private T-Schools in India

• 4th in the Northern Region

• 41st in the Top 50 T-Schools (North Zone)

These rankings underscore the college's relentless dedication to academic excellence, research, and innovation, solidifying its reputation as one of the leading institutions in the country.

CGC Landran Sets New Standards with QS I-GAUGE Platinum Rating in All Categories!

April 15, 2025: Chandigarh Engineering College (CGC), Landran, Mohali, proudly announced that it has earned the prestigious PLATINUM Rating in the QS I-GAUGE Indian College Ratings. This recognition reflects the college's exceptional performance across all core criteria, including Teaching & Learning, Faculty Quality, Employability, Diversity & Accessibility, Facilities, Social Responsibility, Governance & Structure, and Entrepreneurship & Innovation. The achievement highlights CGC's commitment to delivering excellence in education and fostering a research-centric environment, further reinforcing its position as a leading institution in the region.

CGC Landran Fusion Club-CEC Conducted Tech Talk 2025

February 17, 2025: Fusion Club-CEC hosted Tech Talk 2025, at the Department of CSE, which was a dynamic and thought-provoking event that excited everyone. The event featured Love Babbar and Lakshay Kumar, the brilliant tech pioneers and founders of CodeHelp, the session was a treasure trove of knowledge. CGCians eagerly gathered at the event, ready to immerse themselves in the world of coding, development, and innovation. With their dynamic and engaging style, Love and Lakshay effortlessly captivated CGC's aspiring engineers.

They shared invaluable insights on everything—from navigating college life and excelling in the software industry to the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on the future of technology. The session was packed with practical advice and forward-thinking perspectives, leaving the audience inspired and informed.

CGC Landran Celebrated 76th Republic Day

January 27, 2025:  The National Flag was unfurled in the presence of the Campus Director, esteemed Directors, Deans, Heads of Departments, faculty, and our talented students from the Department of Student Welfare, who put on a spectacular show. Right from the pounding synchronized footsteps of the NCC cadets with a spirit of patriotism and Josh it was a moment to watch. The acts, the songs, and the achievements of the NCC cadets were worth the praise and a treat to watch and hear out. 

CGC Landran Concluded the 8th CGC International MUN 

January 27, 2025: CGC Landran concluded the 8th CGC International MUN 2025 bringing together inquisitive minds from around the globe. The ceremony was graced by distinguished Chief Guest, Caroline Rowett, British Deputy High Commissioner, British High Commission (Chandigarh), and Guests of Honour, Lt. Gen. KJS Dhillon and Kanchan Bedi, Head of Sales & Operations, IDP (Chandigarh) along with all the dignitaries. The ceremony commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ritual, symbolizing the illumination of knowledge and ideas. Caroline Rowett inspired the participants with her insightful remarks, encouraging them to channel their enthusiasm and skills. Lt. Gen. KJS Dhillon motivated the students with a powerful quote: "Tutna buri baat nahi hai, tut kar girna bhi buri baat nahi hai. Tut kar judna himmat hai, aur jud kar udna himmat hai." (Breaking is not bad, falling after breaking is not bad, but having the courage to mend and rise again is what truly matters.)

Earth Day Awareness Program

May 14, 2024: The Department of Biotechnology at Chandigarh College of Technology, Landran, organised an awareness programme in advance of Earth Day, which is slated for April 22, 2024. The theme for this year's Earth Day is "Planet vs Plastic," which emphasises the critical need to address the global issue of plastic pollution. A group of about 50 B.Sc. Biotechnology students, directed by Dr. Shweta Kamboj, Dr. Deepak Sharma, and Mr. Pushpender Singh, conducted a door-to-door campaign in Saneta village (Mohali). They went to several houses in the villages to raise awareness about the negative impacts of plastic use. Along with the door-to-door campaign, the students handed out brochures and banners emphasising the harmful effects of plastic on human health and the environment. These instructional materials sought to provide practical ideas and alternatives to plastic use. The students led interactive sessions with the locals, fostering talks about the need of environmental preservation and individual responsibility in battling plastic pollution. They presented insights on sustainable practices and promoted the use of environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic.

4th International Conference on Computational Methods in Science and Technology

May 10, 2024: The Departments of CSE and IT of CEC-CGC Landran are preparing to organise the Scopus-indexed '4th International Conference on Computational Methods in Science and Technology, ICCMST 2024' on May 02-03, 2024. Leading academicians, researchers, research scholars, and industry experts will gather on one platform to debate and delve into research discoveries in cognitive sciences and image processing, as well as share their invaluable insights and experiences. Professor (Dr.) Susheel Mittal, Vice Chancellor of IKGPTU, will be the event's Chief Guest.

CGC Landran Inaugurates 'Centre for Boudhik Sampada' to Foster Innovation and Intellectual Property Rights

May 10, 2024: CGC Landran marked a watershed event with the opening of its Intellectual Property Rights (#IPR) facility, the ''Centre for Boudhik Sampada". This project will be a significant step forward in CGC's commitment to encouraging innovation and protecting intellectual property both on campus and abroad. The Cell was inaugurated by the Honourable Management of the Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Landran Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal, and all of the Deans and Directors. As this Cell embarks on its mission, it will be in a position to make a substantial contribution to the creation of long-term growth, safeguard Intellectual Property Rights, and support the construction of an Innovation Protection culture among teachers, staff, and students. 

Chandigarh Engineering College Organizes Industrial Visit to SML ISUZU Limited Ropar, Enhancing CGCians' Understanding of Bus Manufacturing

May 10, 2024: The Department of Applied Sciences at Chandigarh Engineering College- #CGCLandran organised an Industrial Visit to "SML ISUZU Limited Ropar" to expose #CGCians to the entire bus production process in order to bridge the gap between technical and industrial notions. Mr. Parminder Singh provided a detailed explanation of the entire bus production process, including engine assembly, chassis manufacture, cabin manufacturing, and so on.

CGC Landran in Top 10 Applications for Patents Filed

March 15, 2023: In terms of the number of patents filed in the years 2021–2022, CGC Landran impressively made it into the top 10 list of applicants from academic institutions and universities across the nation. According to the Annual Report released by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trademarks and Geographical Indicators, Government of India, CGC Landran tends to be the only College to have consistently held a position among the Top 10 patent filing Institutes for the past five years while competing against the IITs, NITs, and other top private and governmental colleges and universities. This simply serves to emphasise how supportive of research and innovation-focused environments CGC Landran has always been.