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Chitkara University

Patiala, Punjab
NAAC A+ UGC Private University Estb. 2010

University Info

Chitkara University is a private university and was established in 2010, and is UGC and AICTE-recognised. Further, it is also approved by COA, PCI, NCTE, INC, and BCI. Chitkara University has the Chitkara Placement Cell which works to enhance student's skills and industry needs. The top recruiters of Chitkara University during the past years included HCL, Airtel, TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Deloitte, Wipro, etc.

Courses offered at Chitakara University include UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral levels. These include Engineering and Technology, Management, Hospitality, Education, Architecture, Law, Media, and Psychology. Admission at Chitkara University is entrance-based. Some of the accepted examinations include MAT, XAT, CAT, JEE Main, UCEED, SAT, and GATE, followed by a personal interview. Also, the university offers courses in collaboration with Arizona State University, the University of Windsor, Trent University, Deakin University, etc.

Courses Offered

# Course Name Fees (₹) Average Package (₹) Action
1 B.Tech/BE ₹300,000/Yearly ₹950,000 Apply Now
2 MCA ₹150,000/Yearly ₹0 Apply Now
3 MBA ₹450,000/ ₹900,000 Apply Now
4 M.Tech/ME ₹150,000/ ₹750,000 Apply Now

Chitkara University Highlights 2026

Category

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Type & Recognition

Private university, established in 2010

Accreditations & Approvals

- NAAC A+ grade (CGPA 3.26/4)

- UGC recognized

- COA approval for Architecture programs

- PCI approval for Pharmacy courses

Academic Infrastructure

Amphitheatre-style modern classrooms with ICT facilities, well-equipped labs, and strong extra‑curricular support

Multidisciplinary Programs

Offers courses in engineering, management, pharmacy, health sciences, nursing, architecture, hospitality, design, etc.

Research & Innovation

Active research ecosystem through CURIN (Chitkara University Research & Innovation Network) with significant funding from DST/DRDO

Industry-Oriented Curriculum

Strong focus on live projects, case-based learning, and collaboration with industry for curriculum design

International Exposure

Global collaborations, student exchange programs, and international student presence

Campus Life

Green, well-maintained campus; active student clubs & societies; holistic development environment

Placements & Recruitment

Strong on-campus recruitment; student-centric talent support via workshops, mock interviews, and corporate interactions

Ranking & Reputation

- Ranked 1st in Punjab among private multidisciplinary universities by EW Education World (2022‑23)

- Ranked No. 1 Private University in Punjab by Dialogue India (2022)

- Ranked 3rd among Central/State/Deemed Private Universities in Punjab & Chandigarh by Careers360

Awards & Recognitions

Recognized as “Most Promising University of Punjab for Technical Education” by Jagran Josh Education Awards, 2022

Sustainability & Values

Emphasis on campus cleanliness and green infrastructure; rated high on institutional values by accrediting bodies

Philosophy & Mission

Committed to academic excellence, research, entrepreneurship, and industry‑relevant education

 

Awards and Recognition

Award / Recognition

Details

NAAC Accreditation

A+ grade from NAAC with a CGPA of 3.26/4

Indian Education Awards 2024

• “University of the Year (North)”

• “Edupreneur of the Year” to Mohit Chitkara

BW Businessworld Leading University (Silver)

Awarded “Leading University in India (Silver)” by BW Businessworld

Jagran Achiever Awards 2022

Recognized as “India’s Top Rated University” for excellence in education

Sustainability Excellence Awards 2025–26

• Overall Sustainability Excellence Award

• District Green Championship Award

• Zero‑Waste Campus Award

• Water Guardians Award

• Visionary Leadership Award (Dr. Madhu Chitkara)

• Best Principal Award (Sqn Ldr Dr. Rina Angel)

Virtusa Centre of Excellence Award

Recognized as “Best Centre of Excellence” by Virtusa for student‑industry engagement

CII Innovation / IP Awards

Ranked among the Top 5 Innovative Institutes in 2024 by CII

Annual Excellence Awards (Internal)

Awards to faculty for top performance in publications, patents, PhD supervision, extramural funding, consultancy, and entrepreneurship

 

Chitkara University Admission Process and Dates for 2026

Stage

Details

Application Start Date

Expected from 1 December 2025

Application Mode

Online through Chitkara University website and possibly printed forms

Important Documents for Application / Counseling

- Class X & XII certificates / mark sheets

- Graduation certificates (for PG)

- Migration certificate (if from a different board/university)

- Rank cards (if applicable)

- Character certificate

- Medical fitness certificate

- Affidavit (if there was a gap in study)

- Passport-sized photographs

Eligibility (Engineering / BE)

- Use either JEE Main score or 10+2 marks

- If applying via JEE Main, must have appeared in JEE Main 2025

- 10+2 option: Minimum 70% aggregate in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)

- Age: Candidates should be born on or after 1 October 2003

Counseling

- Seat allocation based on merit/ranking and seat preferences

- Candidates must attend counseling in person with all original + self‑attested documents

- Fee payment required to confirm admission

Fee Payment

- Full (or first installment) of program fee to be paid at the time of counseling

- Payment modes: Net banking / Debit / Credit Card / Demand Draft (no cheques accepted)

- Refund rules: Before session start, ₹ 1,000 processing charge; later, pro-rata deduction plus processing and counseling fees

Registration

On first day of academic session, students must register. Absence for a week or more may result in name being struck off rolls

Reservation / Quotas

- Some seats reserved for Punjab domicile (15%)

- Category reservation (SC / ST / OBC / PH) as per norms

Laptop Requirement

Engineering students must have a laptop with configuration as specified by university

Tentative Merit List / Counseling Timeline

Merit lists expected around July 2026, counseling in August 2026

 

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