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Panjab University Cutoff 2026
Panjab University cutoffs have been released for JEE Main and NEET-UG in 2026. When the cutoffs for rest of the courses are released, they will be updated here. Panjab University CSE cutoff for admission to UIET and Chandigarh College of Engineering & Technology stood at 57428 and 83106 respectively. Looking at Panjab University, Chandigarh cutoffs from past year's admission, we can see an increasing trend which indicates a decrease in admission to this course.
For MBBS course, NEET-UG 2026 rank stood at 704. Unlike BTech, PU MBBS ranking trend has been decreasing. Check out all PU Chandigarh cutoffs from below columns:
Panjab University Courses & Fees 2026
Panjab University has 74 teaching and research departments along-with 15 centres that offer 60 different courses. Among all these courses, BE and MBA are flagship courses of Panjab University, Chandigarh. BE course is available in eight major specialisations which include BE in CSE, ME, IT, Biotechnology, etc. Panjab University, Chandigarh MBA course is available in eight specialisations which are MBA in Capital Markets, Hospital Management, HR, IB, Retail Management, etc.
Check out Panjab University fees for top courses tabulated below:
|
Course |
Tuition Fee |
Total Fee |
|---|---|---|
|
BE |
INR 59,200 – INR 4.87 lakh |
INR 1.69 lakh – INR 8.27 lakh |
|
MBA |
INR 63,350 – INR 4.92 lakh |
INR 1.03 lakh – INR 5.8 lakh |
|
BA LLB |
INR 4.1 lakh – INR 5 lakh |
INR 10.76 lakh – INR 15.58 lakh |
|
MCA |
INR 41,620 – INR 2.25 lakh |
INR 1.03 lakh – INR 3.23 lakh |
|
BCom LLB |
INR 4.07 lakh |
INR 7.1 lakh |
PU Other Fee (Hostel)
The Hostel and Mess fee charged monthly, one-time and annually are tabulated below:
|
Category |
Hostel Fee |
|---|---|
|
Hostel rent |
INR 375 per month |
|
Parking charges (Optional) |
Two-Wheeler: INR 70 per month Four-Wheeler: INR 200 per month |
|
Facility charges |
Desert Cooler: INR 200 per month Desktop Computer: INR 150 per month Laptop: INR 100 per month |
|
Lift charges |
Lift charges: INR 130 per month Maintenance charges: INR 15 per month |
|
Refundable securities |
Hostel: INR 420 Mess: INR 950 Mess security: INR 1300 Canteen: INR 950 |
|
Annual charges |
Hostel administration charges: INR 520 Welfare charges: INR 410 Festival celebration fund: INR 50 Inaugural function: INR 150 Annual function: INR 160 Routine hostel maintenance charges: INR 2310 |
Panjab University Placements 2026
The overall highest and average package recorded during Punjab University UIET (University Institute of Engineering & Technology) placements 2026 was 39.52 LPA and 8.74 LPA. 319 offers were made and 100 companies visited the campus in 2026. Percentage of students placed was 71.5%.
As per NIRF report 2026, median package received during BTech placements 2025 was 6.75 LPA. 395 BTech students were placed out of 522 students in 2025.
PU MBA placements 2026 data is released as well. 90% of MBA students were placed during the placement drive 2026. The average package received was INR 12.5 LPA.
Read more: PU Placements 2026
Panjab University Admission & Application Process 2026
Panjab University admission is conducted on both merit and entrance basis. Candidates will be selected based on their scores in national level entrance exams such as JEE Main, NEET-UG, CAT, etc. However, Panjab University, Chandigarh also conducts its own entrance exams such as PU CET for UG level courses, PU UGLAW for UG law courses and PU CET-PG for PG level courses. Check out Panjab University, Chandigarh eligibility and selection criteria tabulated below:
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BE | Pass Class 12 board exams in Science stream from a recognised board | JEE Main + JAC counselling |
| MBA | Complete UG level graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% in any discipline | CAT |
| BA LLB / BCom LLB | Pass Class 12 board exams in any stream from a recognised board | PU UGLAW |
Panjab University, Chandigarh Application Process
Candidates need to get their entrance exam result before they can begin application process. This process can also be completed from the websit of respective affiliated institute as well. Follow below steps to apply for Panjab University admission:
- Go to Panjab University, Chandigar's website.
- Click on Admissions tab.
- Open admission advertisement on the new page.
- Go to the registration portal linked within and register on it.
- Login and fill application form with details and copies of requested documents.
- Pay Panjab University, Chandigarh application fees of INR 2,000.
Document Required
- Class 10, 12 Graduation mark sheet
- National entrance exam score
- Migration certificate
- Student Aadhar Card
- PAN card Details of Student and Parents
Below columns mentions admission criteria and dates for various courses:
Panjab University Rankings 2026
Panjab University is consistently ranked by prestigious ranking bodies such as NIRF and QS World. As per recent NIRF rankings, it ranks 57 under the 'Overall' category.
QS World University Rankings 2027 has been released. QS releases its rankings a year ahead. Panjab University ranked 1001-1200 in the World University category. The rank dropped approximately a 1000 positions when compared with the 2026 rankings.
Times Higher Education (THE) ranked PU in 601-800 band in world university rankings 2026. In addition, the University ranks among the top 3.98% HEIs (Higher Education Institutes) by Centre for World University Rankings 2025. As per NIRF Rankings 2025, the University is placed in the 11–50 band under Innovation category.
| Ranking Body |
Category |
Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World Rankings 2027 | World University | 1001-1200 |
| QS World Rankings 2026 | World University | 901-950 |
| QS World Rankings 2026 | Asia | 276 |
| QS World Rankings 2026 | Southern Asia | 61 |
| IIRF Rankings 2026 | Government Management Colleges | 16 (All India) and 1 (State) |
| IIRF Rankings 2026 | Government Law Colleges | 40 (All India) and 2 (State) |
| Times Higher Education | World University Rankings | 601-800 |
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Panjab University FAQs
Both, Panjab University and Delhi University are significant government universities. The choice depends on the candidates' requirements. The deciding factors include course, career goals, location, placement aspirations, etc.
While, DU is ideal for UG courses, corporate placements, and diverse exposure. PU is ideal for PG courses in law and pharmacy, and preparation for Govt exams.
Usually, candidates prefer DU because of its tier-one colleges constantly ranked among the top colleges in India as per NIRF.
The total fee for BE is INR 59,200 - INR 4.9 lakh at Panjab University. This fee is sourced from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. Other than the course fee, students need to pay the registration fee for JEE Main, JAC Chandigarh, PU LEET or PU MEET depending on their admission process.
Application fee for MBA at Panjab University Chandigarh is INR 2,000 for General category candidates. For other categories, this fees is INR 1,000.
Panjab University Chandigarh offers a culturally diverse and inclusive campus. PU welcomes students from all walks of life and the environment is very cooperative. The university prefers standard languages such as English and Hindi so that non-punjabi students do not face any difficulty in blending in.
Panjab University UIET placements are good. During the placement drive 2026, around 72% students were placed. Highest package (on-campus) offered was 21.93 LPA. More than 100 companies visited and 319 offers were made.
Admission with Class 12 percentage depends on the UG course in which students want to enroll. Admission of some courses i.e. BCom, BA, etc. is merit-based. However, some courses require marks obtained in the entrance exam such as CUET, JEE Main, NEET, etc. Students must visit the website to know eligibility of preferred courses.
The answer is both yes and no. admission to all MBA courses is entrance-based at all the MBA offering institutes of PU. While for an Integrated MBA, students need a valid score in JEE Main exam, admission to UBS and UIAMS is subject to a valid score in CATor PU METexams, respectively. Students who wish to get into the specialisations or courses offered by UIAMS are required to appear for PU MET exam and those who wish to get into UBS are required to have a valid score in CAT exam.
According to the latest report released, the overall placement rate recorded during PU UBS MBA placements 2026 was 90%. A total of 126 students were placed in 2026.
The eligibility requirements for BCom programme at Punjab University might differ according to candidate type. For general category students, the lowest percentage in class 12th is 50%. There can be a relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwD candidates who belong to reserved category. Refer to Punjab University official website or admission brochure to know the eligibility criteria of the BCom programme in detail.
For Admission to Punjab University's regular UG and PG courses including, MBA, BA, MA, BTech, etc., its mandate for candidates to appear for course wise entrance exam. However, the University does offers certain Diploma courses where you can enroll via merit based on 12th class.
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Updated on Aug 29, 2026
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