Admissions for the 2026–2027 academic session at Chandigarh University (CU), Mohali, Punjab are open across all undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), diploma, and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs. Admission is primarily granted through the university's official national entrance and scholarship test CUCET 2026 (Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test) as well as national level scores like JEE Main, CUET, CLAT, NATA, CAT, MAT, and GATE.
Admissions at Chandigarh University (CU) for the 2026–27 academic year are active for candidates across India and international applicants. Students seeking admission to B.Tech CSE, BBA, BCA, B.Pharm, Law, MBA, MCA, and Biotechnology can apply online through the official portal.
| Program | Qualifying Examination | Minimum Aggregate Marks | Accepted Entrance Exams |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, AI & ML, Cyber Security, Mechanical, Civil) | 10+2 with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Math) | 50%–60% aggregate | CUCET 2026 / JEE Main / CUET UG |
| BCA / BBA | 10+2 in any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) | 50% aggregate | CUCET 2026 / Merit-Based |
| B.Pharm | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology/Maths | 50% aggregate (PCI Approved norm) | CUCET 2026 / CUET UG |
| BA LL.B. / BBA LL.B. (5 Years) | 10+2 in any stream | 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) | CLAT 2026 / CUCET 2026 / LSAT |
| MBA (Dual / Business Analytics / BFSI) | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline | 50% aggregate | CUCET 2026 / CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT |
| MCA | BCA / B.Sc CS / Graduation with Math at 10+2 | 50% aggregate | CUCET 2026 / NIMCET |
CUCET (Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test) is the official university-level entrance test for admissions and merit scholarship allocation:
| Admission Event | Scheduled Dates 2026 (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| CUCET Phase 1 Registration Opens | October 2025 (Active) |
| CUCET Phase 1 Exam Window | October 2025 – May 2026 |
| CUCET Phase 2 Exam Window | June – July 2026 |
| Classes Commencement | August 2026 |
Students from Bihar applying for Chandigarh University Mohali programs (B.Tech, BBA, BCA, B.Pharm, Law, MBA) can utilize the Bihar Student Credit Card (BSCC) Scheme for ₹4 Lakh 0% interest loan assistance. CU provides complete bonafide certificate & fee structure documentation for Bihar DRCC approval.
Candidates with high percentile ranks in national entrance tests like JEE Main, CUET, CLAT, CAT, or NATA can get direct merit-based admission. Taking CUCET 2026 is recommended to qualify for 100% tuition fee scholarships.
CUCET 2026 is an online proctored exam. Once registered, you will receive exam login credentials to take the online test from your PC/laptop at home.
