M.A. Colleges in Punjab

There are different percentage criteria for different programmes provided by the SD College Chandigarh. This college provides over 15 programmes which include UG, PG, certificate and doctoral programme. Here’s a table explaining the percentage criteria of different programmes at SD College Chandigarh:

Course	Eligibility
BSc (General)	- 40% in Class 12 from a recognised board - Must have passed at least two Science subjects - For CS specialisation: Must have completed Class 12 with subjects Science, Commerce, Economics, Mathematics and IT in Class 12
BBA	-Students scored at least 50% aggregate in Class 12 -If any student passed other exam related to the field with 50% aggregate they will also opted the course
BCA	-Students scored at least 50% aggregate in Class 12 -If any student passed other exam related to the field with 50% aggregate, they will also have opted the course -10-20 % weightage is given to those students who done their Class 12 in Mathematics/Statistics, Computer Science and Information technology
BCom	-Students have a Class 12 degree in any stream Or -Students have degree of  BA, BSc, or BCom Part-1 (old scheme) of Panjab University with 45-50% aggregate also opt for this course
MVOC	BVoc or any similar degree related to this field from a recognised university with 45% aggregate
BA	Students have a Class 12 with English
MSc (Applied Chemistry)	BSc (Chemistry), BTech (Chemical Engineering and technology), BPharma with 55% aggregate

Khalsa College Amritsar provides programmes including M.Sc, M.A, M.Com, PG Diploma, BBA, B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA in streams such as Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Accounting & Commerce, IT & Software, Business & Management Studies, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Botany, Computer Science, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Agriculture, Biotechnology.

Admission to DAV College Chandigarh can be moderately competitive, depending on the course you're applying for. Popular courses like B.Com, B.Sc, and B.A. (Hons) often require higher merit due to the high volume of applicants, especially for students from within Chandigarh. Generally, candidates need to have strong marks in their previous qualifying exams to secure a place in these programs. For some courses, admission is on a first-come, first-served basis, while others may require students to meet specific cutoffs. Although getting admission is achievable, applicants should ensure they meet eligibility requirements and apply early to improve their chances.

The fees range for courses offerred by the MCM DAV College for Women is around INR 21310 - INR 99850.

D.A.V. College Jalandhar is a good institution for M.A, M.Sc, PG Diploma, M.Com, MBA/PGDM, BBA, B.Sc, B.J.M.C, B.A, B.Com, BCA courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at D.A.V. College Jalandhar are Zoology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, German, Finance, Biotechnology, Food & Nutrition, English.

Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya has been rated 3.4 on placements.

The flagship courses offered at Arya Bhatta College are M.A., M.Sc., M.Com, B.A., B.Com, B.Agri, B.Sc., BBA, BCA. The Institute has experienced faculty offering the best education to students. On the basis of Shiksha verified reviews, Arya Bhatta College has a rating of 4.4 by students. The college's campuslife, placements, faculty and Infrastructure has been rated as 5, 4, 5 and 4 as per reviews by students.

Kanya Maha Vidyalaya is a reputed institute for UG Diploma, Certificate, B.Sc., B.Com, B.A., B.Voc, M.Sc., M.A., M.Com, PG Diploma, PGDCA, BBA, BCA, M.Voc, MBA/PGDM. Students can opt these programs to pursue their career in Teaching & Education, IT & Software, Design, Beauty & Fitness, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Mass Communication & Media, Accounting & Commerce, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Business & Management Studies, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Animation, Medicine & Health Sciences. Institute has trained & experienced faculty who deliver these programs. Kanya Maha Vidyalaya has a review rating of 4.4 on the basis of reviews by students. In addition to this, it has been rated 4.4 on campuslife, 4.1 on placements, 4.5 on faculty and 4.3 on Infrastructure.

For the undergraduate programms the college is good but for the postgraduate it is below average as there is very less placement opportunities.

The pros of the college are -

1. The college focuses on practical learning.
2. The teachers are experienced and supportive 
3. Sports events are organised every semester 
4. Well designed course curriculumm.

The cons of the college are - 

1. The building became old and needs renovations.
2. Placements are below average.

 

 

 For a few courses, such as MA, BA, MLib, etc., admissions are completely based on merit in the last qualifying examination. Students must go through the Panjab University CHD-conducted/ national-level entrances and then appear for the university-level selection rounds for final admission at Panjab University.

As per the latest report, the participating recruiters placed over 10000 students of the batch 2025. In 2024, the a total 9124 students were placed. Going back to 2023 placements, 7,500 students of the Chandigarh University (CU) were placed in reputed companies.

LPU top courses include BTech and MBA. Other than this, the university offer courses in Design, Arts, Animation, Nursing, etc. The popular LPU courses along with eligibility and selection details are mentioned below:

Course Name	Common Eligibility & Selection Criteria
BTech	Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics and English or equivalent as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with 60% marks Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics/ Biology/ Biotechnology and English or equivalent as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate for BTech Biotechnology, Food Tech and Biomedical Selection Criteria: LPUNEST + JEE Main + CUET
MBA	Eligibility: Graduation with at least 55% aggregate or completed Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI) Selection Criteria: LPUNEST / CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / NMAT + GDPI
BBA/ BBA (Hons)	Eligibility: Class 12 from a recognised board with 50%-60% aggregate with English or equivalent Selection Criteria: LPUNEST/ CUET UG (merit-based for some of the BBA specialisations)
MCA/ MCA (Hons)	Eligibility: A minimum aggregate of 60% in BCA or BSc (CS/IT) or any other UG degree with CS/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Business Maths/ Business Statistics/ QT as a subject at UG or Class 12 level) Selection Criteria: LPUNEST

 

The total tuition fee of the MA programme at Punjabi University ranges between INR 18,700 - INR 1.60 lakh. This fee does not include the hostel fee or the mess fee and only consists of the total cost of tuition. This fee ranges is taken from unofficial sources and hence, is indicative. To be eligible for the MA programme at Punjabi University candidates need 45%-50% in their class 12. For more deatails on the MA programme, visit the official website.  

Yes, for some course, GNDU takes admission without entrance exam. The admission to those courses is allotted based on the merit secured in the qualifying exam.  

Admission to following GNDU courses is based on merit in the qualifying exam:

UG Courses	PG courses
BTech (Urban &Regional Planning)	MEd
Bachelor of Tourism & Travel Management .	PG Diploma in Mental Health Counseling
BA	PG Diploma in Translation
BSc	MCom, MSc Mathematics
BPT	MBA, MCA, MSc (IT), MSc (Maths), MA (Eco), MA Punjabi, MCom

LPU offers decent placements annually for courses like BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA BTech, etc. The following tale showcases the Lovely Professional University packages offered to different courses and branches during LPU placement in 2023 and 2024:

Discipline	Average Package (2023)	Average Package (2024)
BTech  (CSE/IT)	INR 7 LPA	INR 7.92 LPA
BHMCT, BSc HM, BBA Tourism	INR 4 LPA	INR 4.06 LPA
BCA, BSc (CS/IT)	INR 5 LPA	INR 5.50 LPA
BBA, BBA (Hons)	INR 6 LPA	INR 5.38 LPA
BSc  (Biotechnology/Microbiology)	INR 4.25 LPA	INR 5.51 LPA
BArch	INR 7.10 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA
BPharma	NA	INR 6.30 LPA
MTech  (CSE/IT)	INR 6.5 LPA	NA
MBA	INR 7 LPA	INR 7.80 LPA
MCA, MSc (CS)	INR 6 LPA	INR 5.77 LPA
BJMC, MJMC	INR 3.8 LPA	INR 4.91 LPA
BEd, MEd	NA	INR 4.18 LPA

In all 226 students secured placements during Amity University Mohali placements 2024. Check out the table below to know the number of students placed from each course:

Course	Total Students (2024)	Students Placed (2024)
UG 3-year	118	96
PG 1-year	30	30
PG 2-year	120	98

NOTE: The data above has been taken from the NIRF report 2025. 

Chitkara University, Chandigarh is famous for its UG, PG, & PhD programmes. Chandigarh Chitkara University was established in the year 2010. Chitkara University Chandigarh is approved by UGC (University Grants Commission), COA, PCI, NCTE, Indian Nursing Council, BCI, and others. Chitkara University Rajpura is accredited by NAAC (National Assessment & Accreditation Council) A+ Grade. Chitkara University, Chandigarh is quite famous for its infra. 

Rayat Bahra University offers good placements annually for its various courses like BTech, MTech, MBA, BPharma, HMCT, etc. The key highlights of Rayat Bahra University placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

Central University of Punjab MSc fee is around INR 8,000 for two years. At the time of admission, the fee charged from the students includes tuition fee, examination fee, laboratory fee, sports fee, computer and internet fee and many other components. Further, candidates must also pay the CUET PG application fee. The application fee amount will be different as per category/ number of subjects applied by the candidates. Find below the CUET PG 2025 application fee:

• General - INR 1,400
• Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL - INR 1, 200

*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.