Panjab University Chandigarh (PU CHANDIGARH) - Admission

State University

NAAC A, UGC, AICTE

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

State University

NAAC A, UGC, AICTE

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

Panjab University Admission 2022 : Courses, Eligibility, Application Process

Updated On - January 14 2022 by Urja Sardesai

Panjab University Admission 2022 is on the basis of various National and University level entrance exams. Panjab University was established in Lahore, Pakistan in the year 1889 and now shifted to Chandigarh, Punjab in the year 1958-1960. The University is recognized by University Grant Commission (UGC). Panjab University offers various UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma, Doctoral courses under its curriculum. It also offers open learning courses under its school of open learning. Candidates can check all the important details related to Panjab University Admission 2022 from this article.

Panjab University Admission 2022 Highlights

Given below are the basic information related to admission at Panjab University:

Name of the UniversityPanjab University, Chandigarh
University TypePrivate
Admission CriteriaEntrance and Merit-Based
Name of the Entrance Exam

Ph.D. and M.Phil Written Test  and MET: MBA Aptitude Test

Mode of Examination Offline
ScholarshipYes
Official Websitehttps://puchd.ac.in/

Panjab University BE Admission 2022

The university offers BE program in eight specializations and Integrated BE (Chemical) – MBA program to the candidates. Admission to both the program is done on the basis of JEE Main exam score. Minimum eligibility for BE and Integrated courses is 10+2 examination with PCM subjects from a recognized board.

CourseSpecializationEligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BEFood Technology10+2 examination with PCM as subjectsJEE Main Exam Score
Chemical
Biotechnology
Electronics & Communication
Information Technology
Computer Science
Mechanical
Electrical
Integrated BE Chemical - MBA-

Panjab University UG Admission 2022: BA, B.Sc., B.Ed., BBA, BCA, LLB, BCA

Panjab University offers admission in various UG courses like B.Ed., BCA, BFA, B.Sc., BBA, BA, Integrated B.Ed., Integrated LLB and LLB in various specializations. Candidates must have passed the class 10+2 examination with relevant subjects from the recognized boards for minimum eligibility for UG courses. Admission in B.Ed. the course is done on the basis of the candidate's score in the aptitude test conducted by the University and marks obtained by them in the qualifying examination. Admission to BCA, BA, BBA, B.Ed. (Special Education) is purely based on the candidate's merit. Admission to the rest of the courses is done on the basis of a written test i.e. PUCET UG conducted by the university.

CourseSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
B.Ed.-Graduation with at least 50% (45% for the reserved category)Aptitude Test and merit obtained in the qualifying exam
BCA-Candidates must have passed class 12 with at least 50% marks and Mathematics as a compulsory subjectMerit Basis
BBA-Candidates must have passed class 12 with at least 50% marks
BA-Candidates must have passed class 12 from any relevant discipline with at least 33% marks
B.Sc-Completed 10+2 in any discipline with at least 40% marksPU CET UG 
Home Science10+2 with English as a compulsory subject
Bio-TechnologyPassed 10+2 with 50% marks in Medical and Non-medical subjects
Fashion Designing10+2 with at least 50% marks
AgriculturePassed 10+2 with Medical and Non-medical stream
B.Com-10+2 with at least 45% marksWritten Test conducted by the University
B.P.Ed-Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks and having at least participation in Inter-College/Inter-Zonal/District/School Competition OR B.P.Ed. OR Bachelor’s degree with at least of 45% marks in National/Inter-University/State competitions or secured 1st, 2nd or 3rd position in Inter College/Inter-Zonal/District/School competition OR Graduation with 45% marks and at least three years of teaching experience (for deputed in-service candidates i.e. trained physical education teachers/coaches).
BFA-Passed HSC with at least 40% marksWritten, Practical, or Oral Test conducted by the University
B.Pharma-10+2 examination with PCB subjectPU-CET (UG)
BA B.Ed-10+2 with at least 50% marksAptitude Test conducted by the University
B.EdSpecial EducationGraduation in relevant disciplineMerit-Based
LLB-PU-LLB entrance exam
BA/B.Com LLB-Class 12 examinationEntrance Test conducted by the University
BHMCT/BTTM 10+2 with 50% marks(45% for SC/ST/BC/Pwd)PUTHAT
For BHCT/BTTM
  1. Candidates who have appeared/passed in Mahila Gram Vidyapith, Allahabad can not apply for the admission as Panjab Univesity has de-recognised the institute. 
  2. The Exams conducted by the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Delhi, included in the booklet of recognized exams, have also been deleted from the Booklet.

Panjab University M.Tech And ME Admission 2022

The university offers M.Tech and ME in various specializations. Admission to M.Tech in Polymer, Materials Science & Technology and Microelectronics and ME program is done on the basis of Panjab University Common Entrance Test Postgraduate 2022 i.e. PU CET PG conducted by the university. Whereas, admission to M.Tech in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology and Instrumentation is done on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination.

CourseSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
M.TechPolymerBE/B.Tech in relevant specializationCET – PG conducted by the university
Material Science & Technology
Microelectronics
Nanoscience & NanotechnologyMerit-Based
Instrumentation
MEChemicalCET – PG conducted by the university
Food Technology
Environmental Engineering
Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)
Biotechnology
Computer Science & Engineering
Electronics & Communication
Mechanical Engineering
Information Technology

Panjab University PG Admission 2022: MBA, MCA, LLM, M.Sc., MA, M.Com

University also offers MA, M.Sc., MBA, Post MA Diploma, M.Pharm, M.Com, LLM, MDS, M.Ed., MSW, MPH, M.P.Ed., MCA and PG Diploma programs at Post Graduation level. Applicants with Graduation in any relevant discipline from a recognized university can apply for admission in these PG programs.

Candidates are shortlisted for MA, M.Sc., M.Sc. (Hons), M.Ed., M.P.Ed., M.Com, LLM, MPH and MCA is done on the basis of CET-PG conducted by the university. Admission to MBA is offered on the basis of PU MET entrance examination. Admission to NEET MDS is done on the basis of NEET MDS entrance examination. Admission to other courses like PG Diploma, MSW, M.L.I.Sc., M.Pharm and Post MA Diploma is based on the candidate merit in last qualifying exam. For admission in some of the MA and M.Sc. courses, candidates need to appear in the Aptitude Test.

CourseSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
MACommunity Education and DevelopmentBachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 45% marks (40% marks for SC/ ST)CET-PG
English
Geography
Remote Sensing & GIS
Disaster Management
History
Journalism & Mass Comm
History of ArtAptitude Test
Gandhian & Peace Studies
Indian Theatre
Music (Instrumentation)
Music (Vocal)
Human Rights & Duties
Police Administration
Ancient Indian HistoryMerit Based
Culture and Archaeology
Community Studies of Religion
Defence & National Security Studies
Economics
Education
French
Hindi
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Public Administration
Punjabi
Sanskrit
Urdu
Women Studies
Governance and Leadership
M.ScHuman GenomicsB.Sc degree in relevant discipline from a recognized universityEntrance Test (CET-PG)
Environment Science
Forensic Science and Criminology
Industrial Chemistry
Medical Physics
Microbial Biotechnology
Nuclear Medicine
System Biology & Bioinformatics
Stem Cell and Tissue Eng.Aptitude Test 
Fashion and Lifestyle Technology
AnthropologyMerit-Based
Instrumentation
Statistics
M.Sc (Hons)BiochemistryEntrance Test (CET-PG)
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Botany
Chemistry
Computer Science & Applications
Geology
Mathematics
Physics
Physics and Electronics
Zoology
M.Ed-Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline or B.Ed. or BA B.Ed. or BSc B.Ed. or B.EI.Ed. Or D.EI.Ed. with at least 50% marks
M.P.Ed-B.P.Ed or B.Sc. in Health and Physical Education with at least 50% marks
M.Com (Hons)-B.Com degree from a recognized university
MCAComputer Science & ApplicationsBCA or equivalent degree
MDSConservative Dentistry and EndodonticsBDS DegreeNEET MDS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral Pathology & Microbiology
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
Prosthodontics & Crown & Bridge
Periodontology
MBA-Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized universityMET entrance examination
MBA Executive-PU MBASOl
PGDCA-Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at 10+2 levelMerit-Based
LLM-LLB or Integrated LLB courseCET-PG
MPH-BPH or equivalent degree
MSW-BSW or equivalent degreeMerit-Based
M.PharmaPharmaceuticsB.Pharm or equivalent degree
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacognosy
Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
Pharmaceutical Analysis
M.L.I.Sc.-B.L.I.Sc. degree
PG DiplomaAdvertising & Public Relations Aptitude Test
Buddhist StudiesMerit-Based
Disaster Management & Security
Homeland Security Women Studies
Post MA DiplomaProfessional Counseling & PsychotherapyPost Graduate Degree in any relevant specializations

University also offers MBA Executive programme, for which candidate need to appear in Panjab University MBA (Executive) Entrance Test i.e. PU MBAUSOL exam.

Panjab University Ph.D. And M.Phil. Admission 2022

Panjab University offers Ph.D. and M.Phil. Course in various specializations at doctorate level. Candidates who have completed Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks (SC, ST, PwD, BC candidates must have 50% ) from Panjab University, Chandigarh or equivalent university are considered eligible for admission to M.Phil. and Ph.D. program. Admission in MPhil and PhD programme is done on the basis of PU MPhil & PhD entrance test conducted by the University.

CourseSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
Ph.DArtsMaster’s Degree in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks (50% for the reserved category)Written Test and Interview
Science
Education
Language
Law
Engineering
Design and Fine Arts
Business Management and Commerce
M.PhilArts
Design and Fine Art
Physical Education
Science
Langauge
  • 15% seats in the course are reserved for SC candidates and 7.5% seats are kept for ST candidates.
  • 5% reservation is given to the candidates of backward category.
  • 3% seats are reserved for candidates with a physical disability.
  • Candidates who have qualified CSIR/ SLET/ GATE/UGC NET examination or are Teacher Fellowship holder/ Awardee of fellowship by DST (INSPIRE), ICMR or other National Agency are exempted from entrance test.
  • On qualifying M.Phil and PhD Entrance Test, candidates can enrol themselves within a period of two years.

Panjab University Application Process 2022

Panjab University offers admission to students to various courses through different mediums. Admission in some courses is done on the basis of candidate merit in the last qualifying exam while admission to others depends on the marks obtained in the Entrance Test conducted by the University. 

After the entrance exam, candidates have to appear in the Group Discussion/ Personal Interview/ Counseling rounds conducted by the university for final selection. These rounds take place after candidates are shortlisted on the basis of the marks scored in the Entrance Exam conducted by the Panjab University or after the candidates are shortlisted on the basis of merit

  • The university offers an online mode of application to the candidates.
  • Visit the Panjab University official website in order to register for the course of interest.
  • Click on Apply for Admission and register as a new Candidate and then login with username and password.
  • Fill the form online and pay the application fees via online mode.

International Student Admissions 

Panjab University offers admission to International students in various courses. University reserves 10 percent seats over and above in each course are reserved for the Foreign Nationals/NRI candidates, out of the total number of regular seats. Such candidates have to appear in the university entrance test if they are in India. Candidates who are not present in India at the time of the entrance test will be exempted from the same. 

For admission in MBA course, NRI candidates must have a valid CAT score. However, if the candidate was not in India at the time of CAT, he/she needs to submit a valid  GMAT score. Foreign candidates need to deposit the following documents along with the application form: 

  • Academic certificates of passing the qualifying or equivalent examination
  • Copy of visa/passport
  • Medical fitness test certificate
Admit Card 

For appearing in the University’s entrance exam, candidates can obtain their admit cards at least a week prior to the date of examination. Any candidate will not be allowed to appear in the entrance exam without the admit card. If any discrepancy is found in the admit card/hall ticket, candidates needs to be reported immediately to the officials. Admit card contains important details related to the exam and candidate.

Panjab University Reservation Criteria

Candidates should check the given below table related to Panjab University reservation list:

CategoryReserved Seats
Scheduled Caste (SC)15%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)7.5%
Other backward Classes (OBC)5%
Physically Disabled 3%

Panjab University Scholarship

Panjab University awards its students with the following scholarships as per their eligibility.

  • 2500 Scholarships for Physically Disabled candidates
  • Post-matric scholarship for minorities
  • Scholarship for the candidates of the reserved category
  • Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship for the students who have specialized in Modern Indian Studies.

Panjab University Distance Education

The Department of Correspondence Studies was replaced by the University School of Open Learning (USOL) in 1971. It is sanctioned by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Distance Education Board (DEB), and it gives education to individuals who are unable to obtain it through other means. Undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, professional, and certification programmes are all available through USOL.

Panjab University Distance Education Courses

USOL Punjab provides Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes, as well as Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate programmes.

CourseEligibilityFees in INR
Bachelor of Arts (B.A)Intermediate passed with avg 50% marks.3850
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com)Intermediate passed with avg 50% marks with Commerce as main subject15,000
Bachelor of Library Science ( B. Lis)Intermediate passed with avg 50% marks.17,000
Bachelor of Education (B. ed)Bachelor degree with 50% aggregate17,375
Master of Arts (M. A)Bachelor degree with 50% aggregate17,470
M. ComB. Com degree with 50% aggregate18,370
MBABachelor degree with 50% aggregate49,750
 
 
Post Graduate Diploma Courses
CoursesEligibilityFees
Computer ApplicationsPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized31,875
Disaster Management and Corporate SecurityPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized16,375
Guidance and CounsellingPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized16,375
Health, Family Welfare and Population EducationPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized17,560
Human Rights and DutiesBachelor's/Postgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized16,560
Library Automation and NetworkingPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized16,560
Mass CommunicationPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized16,580
StatisticsPostgraduate degree in any discipline of the University or a degree of any other University which has been recognized 
Certificate Courses
Women StudiesBachelor‟s Degree of Panjab University with not less than 40 % marks in the aggregate8850
Corporate security, safety and Fire protection ManagementOfficers and JCOs of Defence Services (serving and retired)5500

Note: All these Diploma courses and Certificate courses are of duration one year.

Panjab University Facilities

  • In Self-learning mode, it gives study materials.
  • Students are given assignments to study for the Personal Contact Program, which was created by USOL to make learning easier.
  • Students are provided practise response sheets.
  • Cassette video and audio Lessons on specific themes, Dissertations/Projects in certain courses, one-on-one student counselling, and the organisation of regional and national seminars and special lecture series. To appeal to a wider audience, printed study materials are available in English, Hindi, and Punjabi for the majority of courses.
  • A well-equipped library, postal library services, an Educational Media Center, laboratories, a computer lab, and subsidised lodging accommodations for out-of-town students are all available.
  • The USOL also engages students in extracurricular activities and brings them together on a shared platform, despite their disparate geographical regions.
  • Because computers are becoming an increasingly important component of the educational process, the USOL has set up a modest Computer Lab with ten PCs to help with lesson preparation.

Subscribe to Get Updated Information

+91 -

Comments

Review Your College

Admissions open for

NUCAT

01 Jan 2024-06 Feb 2024

ICMAI CMA Intermediate

29 Dec 2021-31 Jul 2022

TSWRJC CET

06 Jan 2023-25 Jan 2023

PU ADMISSION

01 Mar 2023-30 Jun 2023

ICMAI CMA Foundation

28 Feb 2022-31 Jul 2022