Panjab University (PU), commonly known as Panjab University Chandigarh (PUCHD) was established in1882, is a public research university located in Chandigarh, India. The University has been recognized by the UGC as the "University with Potential for Excellence in Biomedical Sciences" with facilities for Stem Cell Research and Drug Development and accredited by NAAC with ‘A++’ Grade.
The university has 6 Constituent Colleges located at Sikhwala, Balachaur , Nihal Singh Wala, Dharamkot , Mokham Khan Wala and Guru Har Sahai. And a total of 202 affiliated colleges spread over Punjab and one Rural Regional Centre at Kauni, and 3 Regional Centres at Muktsar, Ludhiana and Hoshiarpur.
The university offers a diverse range of more than 850 courses at the UG, PG, and PhD levels throughout 78 departments. Panjab University offers a variety of popular undergraduate programs, including business & management, visual arts, medical sciences, languages, and B.A., B.Sc., LLB, BPEd, and B.Tech.
The university conducts various entrance exams for admission to various courses, including the PU CET UG, PUCET PG, PU MET, PU LAW, PUTHAT, PULEET, MBA USOL, PU MPhil, and PhD while the scores of JEE Mains, CAT and NEET exam are also considered for admission in relevant courses. Panjab University is also known for offering excellent placement opportunities. The highest package stood at 58.48 LPA from MBA Course while the highest package from B Tech stood at 45 LPA.
Panjab University Highlights 2024
A brief overview of Panjab University is mentioned below-
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Panjab University Highlights
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Name
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Punjab University, Panjab University Chandigarh
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Established
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1882
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University Type
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Public State University
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Main Campus Location
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Chandigarh
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Other Campuses
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6 Constituent Colleges, 202 affiliated Colleges
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Official Website
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https://puchd.ac.in/
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NIRF Ranking
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-25 th under ‘university’ category
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Courses
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850
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Flagship Courses
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MBA, BTech
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Campus Size
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550 acres
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Entrance Basis
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PU CET UG, PUCET PG, PU MET, PU LAW, PUTHAT, PULEET, MBA USOL, PU MPhil, and PhD, CAT, NEET, JEE Mains
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Highest Package
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58.48 LPA from UBS MBA
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Punjab University Ranking 2024
Panjab University receives milestone rankings every year, mentioned below are the ranking of Panjab University in 2023 -
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Ranking Body
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Ranking Assigned
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Category
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NIRF Ranking 2024
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44
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Overall
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NIRF Ranking 2024
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25
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University
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NIRF Ranking 2024
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82
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Management
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NIRF Ranking 2024
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33
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Research Institutions
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QS World Ranking 2024
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1001-1200
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University
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QS Asia Ranking 2024
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301-350
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University
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Panjab University Placement 2024
Panjab University always has excellent placement opportunities , especially for professional courses like B Tech, MTech and MBA.Aspiring candidates can check the placement highlights 2023 in the table mentioned below -
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Details
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Statistics
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Highest Package
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INR 58.48 LPA
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Average Package
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INR 13.72 LPA
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Placement Rate
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91.3%.
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No. of Companies participated
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50+
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Top Recruiters
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Tolaram, Trident, American Express, Dabur, Adani Group, Korn Ferry, Deloite.
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Panjab University Admission 2024
Panjab University admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs along with Diploma and certificate courses based on university level entrance examination and on merit basis for few courses. Candidates who want to secure admission at PU must fulfill the eligibility criteria for their preferred course. Interested candidates can check the course-wise eligibility criteria and selection process for Panjab University admission in the table below:
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Course
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Specialisations
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Eligibility Criteria
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BCA
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- Candidates must have passed 10+2 in any discipline.
- They must have 50% aggregate marks in 10+2
- Also, they must have Mathematics in Class 10th
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BA
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Economics, Social Science, Economics Education
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Aspiring candidates must have in 10+2 pattern or equivalent from a recognized Board, with minimum 45 % aggregate marks or equivalent
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BCom
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BSc
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Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science & Applications, Microbiology and Zoology, Anthropology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematics, Physics,Fashion & LifeStyle, Physics and Electronics
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Applicants must have completed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, English and Mathematics from a recognized Board
They must have minimum 50 % aggregate marks or equivalent in PCM.
For Speciactions , candidates must have relevant subjects.
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LLB
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Aspiring students must have passed their (10+2) with at least 45% marks in aggregate.
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B.Tech/BE
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Chemical, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Electronics & Communication Engg. Information Technology, Computer Science & Engg., Mechanical Engg., Electrical Engg.
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Pass in 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / any technical vocational subject* as optional, from a recognized Board, with minimum 50 % aggregate marks taken together in Physics, Mathematics and any one of the optional subjects
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B Pharma
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Pass in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board, with minimum 50 % aggregate marks or equivalent
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BEd
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Biotechnology, (Chemical Engineering),(Computer Science and Engineering),Electrical and Electronics Engineering, (Electronics and Communication Engineering),(Food Technology),(Information Technology,Integrated BE Chemical MBA),(Mechanical Engineering)
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The candidate should be an undergraduate. Must have secured 50% marks in agg.
The candidate should pursue graduation in Engineering or Technology stream.
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LLM
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Students must clear either a 3 year LLB degree or a BA LLB /BSc LLB /BBA LLB degree of 5 years with 50-60% aggregate scores.
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MA
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English, Hindi, Punjabi, Economics, History, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology,Gandhian and Peace Studies, History of Art, Indian Theatre, Music (Instrumental + Vocal), Sanskrit. Mass Communication and Journalism (2 yr. course). Solid Waste Management, System Biology & Bioinformatics, Medical Physics, Nuclear Medicine, Public Health, Police Administration, Social Work, Human Rights & Duties. Stem-Cell and Tissue Engineering(H.S.), Microbial Biotechnology, Remote Sensing & GIS Master in Disaster Management, Physics and Electronics
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Candidates should have completed their 3 years BA program or its equivalent degree from a recognized university.
They have to score at least 50% in the relevant subjects.
Criteria can vary as per the specialization in terms of must subjects.
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M.Com
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Aspiring candidates must have 50% marks in aggregate in B.Com, BBA (any stream) and BA Economics from a recognized university.
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MSc
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Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science & Applications, Microbiology and Zoology, Anthropology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematics, Physics,Fashion & LifeStyle, Physics and Electronics
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All candidates must have completed a BA in Science from a recognised college/university. They must secure a minimum 50 – 60% in Agg.
Criteria can vary as per the specialization in terms of must subjects.
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M Pharm
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Drug Discovery & Drug Development, Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance ,Pharmaceutical Analysis,etc
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Candidates must have completed (B. Pharm) or an equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
Criteria can vary as per the specialization in terms of must subjects.
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M Tech/ME
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Material Science and Technology,Instrumentation,(Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,Polymers,Chemical Engineering,Chemical specialization with Environment Engineering,Computer Science and Engineering,(Cyber Security),Electrical Engg. Power System),Electronics and Communication Engineering,(Food Technology,Polymer Engineering,Micro Electronics, Mechanical Engineering,IT
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Candidates who must have obtained their BE/BTech degree with a valid score in GATE are eligible for MTech degree course.
Criteria can vary as per the specialization in terms of must subjects.
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MBA
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(Executive), M.B.A. (Bio-technology), M.B.A. (Retail Management), M.B.A. (Telecommunication and IT), M.B.A. (Infrastructural Management), M.B.A. (Pharmaceutical Management), M.B.A. (Hospital Administration)
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A graduate degree under 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern under any discipline, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized university. Criteria can vary as per the specialization in terms of must subjects.
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MPhil
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Economics, Gandhian Studies, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, Women/Gender Studies, English, Guru Granth Sahib Studies, Punjabi, Physical Education, Music, Botany, Physics, Statistics and Zoology, Defence & Strategic Studies
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The candidates must secure at least 55% marks in their master’s degree from any recognised university.
Criteria can vary in terms of must have subjects as per the specifications chosen.
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MDS
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Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Periodontology, Prosthodontics and Crown And Bridge
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Candidates must have scored at least 50 percentile in NEET- MDS 2023.
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MCA
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- Candidates must have passed in 10+2+3 pattern with any recognised institute or university.
- OR completed BCA from Punjab University.
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PHD
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Chinese/Tibetan, English, French, Hindi, Punjabi, Russian, Urdu/Persian.
Anthropology, Biochemistry, Bio-Physics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science & Applications, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering and Technology, Environmental Studies, Geology, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology
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Candidates must have post graduated with at least 55 % marks in relevant discipline from a recognised university.
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MEd
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Guidance and Counseling), M.Ed. (Educational Technology)
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- The applicants must have completed their bachelor's degree from a university approved by UGC
- . Candidates passed with 55% in B. EI. Ed degree from a government university can also pursue an MEd course.
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Infrastructure Facilities
Punjab University is known for its excellent infrastructure facilities scattered across a vast 550-acre area of campus. Mentioned below are the numerous facilities on campus-
The University is filled with a cluster of significant structures including the Gandhi Bhawan, the Fine Arts Museum, the University Library and the Student Centre form the hub of social interaction. Among all the most artistic buildings is the Gandhi Bhawan, a three-winged monument that is regarded as its pride.
The institute has a well equipped infrastructure, including a school, guest houses, faculty houses, seminar complexes, alumni houses, community centers, swimming pools, gyms, sports grounds, health centers, banks, post offices, and open-air theaters.
The Campus offers around 8 hostels for boys, 10 hostels for girls, a Working Women Hostel and International Hostel and 2 sports hostels.
The University has excellent sports facilities offering playgrounds for all the major sports whether indoor or outdoor including two football grounds, two Kho-Kho courts,air conditioned gymnasium hall, an international level Swimming Pool, Diving Pool and many more.
Additional facilities at PU include WiFi, a shuttle service, auditorium halls, classrooms, faculty housing, retail stores, post offices, banks, outdoor theaters, and an abundance of open areas.
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