Panjab University Admission 2024: Check courses, eligibility criteria, selection process

Chandigarh, Punjab

Riya SrivastavaUpdated on : Jan 18 2024 13:34 IST

Panjab University Admission 2024: Panjab University offers a wide variety of courses in multiple disciplines. From basic UG and PG courses to diploma and certificate programs and PhD level courses are all offered at Panjab University.

Admission to any of the courses is based on different national-level and university-level entrance exams. The university-level exams include PU CET UG, PUCET PG, PU PU CET, PU LAW, PUTHAT, PULEET, MBA USOL, PU MPhil, and PhD while national-level exams JEE Mains, CAT and NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET MDS, GPAT for relevant courses.

Aspiring candidates willing to take admission in Panjab University must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria in different domains. For UG courses candidates need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the 10+2 pattern with relevant disciplines while for PG candidates must have a Bachelor's degree under the 10+2+3 pattern with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks with relevant subjects. However, the final selection will be on the basis of the scores of PU CET or any other Selection Process in respective disciplines followed by a counselling process to the final fee submission.

Some of the Panjab University courses are B.Sc, BBA, BA, B.Com, M.Sc, M.A, M.Com, M.Tech, ME, MCA and M.Phil. While B.E/B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA,, BDS, B.Sc are some of the popular ones.

Panjab University PU CET UG exams 2024 application form has been available since May 24 on the official website. Candidates willing to take admission must fill out the form latest by June 11, 2024 considering their courses and academic eligibility criteria.

Panjab University Admission 2024: Courses

PU offers multiple courses at UG, PG, and doctoral levels. These courses come with various specializations. Candidates can have a look for these courses and specializations in the table below:

Course	Specialisations	Fees (First Year) approx.
BCA	—	NA
BA/BA(Hons)	Economics, Social Science, Economics Education	INR 13185
BCom/BCom (Hons)	—	INR 13185
BSc	Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science & Applications, Microbiology and Zoology, Anthropology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematics, Physics,Fashion & LifeStyle, Physics and Electronics	INR 98225
LLB	—	INR 15115
B.Tech/BE	Chemical, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Electronics & Communication Engg. Information Technology, Computer Science & Engg., Mechanical Engg., Electrical Engg.	INR 21135
B Pharma	—	INR 20245
BEd	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)	NA
LLM	—	INR 24960(1yr Int Program)
MA	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	INR 7785-21295
M.Com/ M.Com(Hons)	—	INR 13345-52335
MSc	Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science & Applications, Microbiology and Zoology, Anthropology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematics, Physics,Fashion & LifeStyle, Physics and Electronics	INR 13455-47325
M Pharm	Drug Discovery & Drug Development, Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance ,Pharmaceutical Analysis,etc	INR 36125
M Tech/ME	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	INR 32415
MBA	(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)	INR 23945
MPhil	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	INR 13955-14485
MDS	Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Periodontology, Prosthodontics and Crown And Bridge	NA
MCA	—	INR 36305
MEd	Guidance and Counseling), M.Ed. (Educational Technology)	INR 15805
PHD	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	NA

Panjab University UG Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria:

For admission to BA

Aspiring candidates must have in 10+2 pattern or equivalent from a recognized Board, with minimum 45 % aggregate marks or equivalent

For admission to B.Sc

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

For admission to B.Com

Applicants must obtain a minimum 50% marks in aggregate with 10+2 pattern.

For admission to BCA

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

For admission to BA LLB

Aspiring students must have passed their (10+2) with at least 45% marks in aggregate.

For admission to B.Pharma

Pass in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board, with minimum 50 % aggregate marks or equivalent

For admission to BEd

The candidate should be an undergraduate. Must have secured 50% marks in agg.The candidate should pursue graduation in Engineering or Technology stream.

Panjab University UG Admission 2024: Selection Process

Admission to the mentioned undergraduate programs relies on scores of various PU CET UG exams for different courses.Eligible candidates participate in a counseling process to secure their admission.

Panjab University PG Admission 2024: Eligibility Criteria:

For admission to MA

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.

For admission to M.Sc

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.

For admission to M.Com

Aspiring candidates must have 50% marks in aggregate in B.Com, BBA (any stream) and BA Economics from a recognized university.

For Admission to LLM

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.

For admission to M Phil

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.

For admission to M Ed

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

For admission to MDS

Candidates must have scored at least 50 percentile in NEET- MDS 2023.

Panjab University PG Admission 2024: Selection Process

Admission to the mentioned Postgraduate programs relies on scores of various PU CET exams for different PG courses like PUCET PG, PU PU CET, PU LAW, PUTHAT, PULEET, MBA USOL, PU MPhil. Eligible candidates participate in a counselling process to secure their admission.

Panjab University B.Tech Admission 2024

Eligibility Criteria

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

Selection Process

For PU BTech , the university considers the scores of JEE mains followed by JAC counseling as all the colleges affiliated to Punjab University come under JAC Chandigarh Counseling.

Panjab University MBA Admission 2024

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Selection Criteria

For PU MBA, the university considers the scores of PU PU CET or CAT while the final selection includes scores of entrance exam and interview.

Panjab University LLB Admission 2024

Eligibility Criteria

Aspiring students must have passed their (10+2) with at least 45% marks in aggregate.

Selection Process

For PU LLB, candidates have to appear in the university level entrance test for LLB.

Panjab University MTech Admission 2024

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Selection Process

For PU MTech, candidates have to appear in the university level entrance test PU CET (PG) .

Panjab University PhD Admission 2024

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have a postgraduate degree with at least 55 % marks in a relevant discipline from a recognised university.

Selection Process

For PU PhD, candidates have to appear in the university-level entrance test followed by an interview round.
Those, who have qualified the UGC NET/ JRF/ CSIR NET/ ICAR (JRF/ SRF) exam/ SLET (Punjab only)/ GATE or GPAT scorecard/ ICAR (NET), SPM, Teacher Fellowship holder, or passed MPhil (regular mode only) are exempted from PU PhD Entrance Exam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Panjab University PU CET Forms out for UG and PG Courses?

Yes, Panjab University PU CET exams 2024 application form are out on the official website.The last date to fill the forms of PU CET (PG) is by May 20, 24 while for PU CET (UG) last date is June 11, 24.

Does Panjab University consider NEET marks for MDS?

Yes, Panjab University Considers NEET ranks for admission to MDS.

Is there any negative marking in CUET?

Yes, for every wrong answer 1 mark will be deducted.

Does Panjab University Consider CAT marks for MBA?

Yes, for admission to MBA in Panjab University, scores of CAT/PU MET are considered.

What are specializations for M Tech?

There are various specializations in PU MTech some of them are Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Aided Analysis & Design, Construction Engineering & Management, Data Science, Defence Technology,etc.

Is BEd available in Panjab University?

Yes, the BEd course is available in Panjab University with multiple disciplines.

Are Diploma courses available in Panjab University?

Yes, Panjab University offers various UG PG Diploma courses in multiple disciplines along with some certificate courses.

What is the selection process of PhD?

Candidates appearing for the PU PhD program must give an entrance exam at the university level, which is followed by an interview phase.

The PU PhD Entrance Exam is not required for those who have passed the MPhil (regular mode only), Teacher Fellowship, UGC NET, JRF, CSIR NET, ICAR (JRF/SRF) exam, SLET (Punjab only), GATE or GPAT scorecard, or ICAR (NET).