Chitkara University is a private university situated in Punjab, India. It was established in 2002 and offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in both full-time and part-time modes. Admissions are granted to applicants who have cleared national or regional-level competitive exams and have undergone personal interviews and group discussions. For Ph.D. admission, Chitkara University considers the results of the UGC-CSIR-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE, followed by a personal interview. Check Chitkara University Admission 2023

Chitkara University has received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from the National Level Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) for the 2021-2022 academic session. It has received the recognition of "Leading University in India (Silver)" by BW Business World, a leading education magazine, during the Top Education Brand Event conducted at The Park Hotel, New Delhi, on January 18th, 2023.

The University boasts a student body of over 13,000 and a faculty of 900, making it one of the foremost institutions of higher education in North India. 

Chitkara University Important Dates

Event Dates
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Release of CUET UG 2023 Application Form February 9, 2023
Last day for submission of CUET UG 2023 Application Form March 30, 2023
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Correction Window April 01 – April 03, 2023
Release of CUET UG 2023 Admit Card Second Week of May 2023
CUET UG 2023 Exam Date May 21 – 31, 2023
Reserved date: June 1 –7, 2023

Chitkara University Popular Courses 

Chitkara University currently encompasses 12 schools specializing in various fields such as Engineering, Management, Architecture, Nursing, Healthcare, Pharmacy, Media, Arts & Design, Education, Hospitality, Applied Sciences, and Applied Engineering. 

Candidates who wish to enroll in the B.E. programs need to have a minimum aggregate of 60%, or secure 60% marks individually in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths at the class XII level. Furthermore, they must also have secured a good ranking through JEE-Mains 2023 (in either January or April).

A candidate must have passed his/her 10+2 with PCM as a compulsory subject. The marks will not be rounded off to determine the eligibility criteria e.g., 59.99% will not be considered equivalent to 60.00%.

Program Fees Per Semester Duration Selection Criteria
B.E program (CS/EC/Mechatronics/ mechanical/civil) INR 1.0 Lac 4 years 60% in 12th standard or 60% in PCM, JEE-MAINS 2023(Jan/April) mandatory
B.E CSE In AI INR 1.25 Lac 4 years 60% in 12th standard or 60% in PCM, JEE-MAINS 2023(Jan/April) mandatory
Integrated B.E- MBA INR 1.27 Lac 5 years 60% in 12th standard or 60% in PCM, JEE-MAINS 2023(Jan/April) mandatory
B.E. (Lateral Entry) INR 1.0 Lac 3 years 60% in the engineering diploma
BBA INR 60,000 3 years 50% in 12th standard (Any streams)/SAT score/Pearson Test
BBA in Fintech/Business Analytics/Digital Marketing/Aviation INR 65,000 3 years 50% in 12th standard (Any streams)/SAT score/Pearson Test
B.com honors INR 60,000 3 years 50% in 12th standard (Any streams)/SAT score/Pearson Test
B.A. Economics (Hons.) INR 57,000 3 years 50% in 12th standard (Any streams)/SAT score/Pearson Test
Integrated MBA ( IPM) INR 1.02 Lac 5 years 50% in 12th standard (Any streams)/SAT score/Pearson Test
M.A Economics INR 57,000 2 years Graduation with 50% marks (Any Stream)
B.Pharm 4 years INR 82,000 50% in 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths subjects
M.Pharm 2 years INR 77,000 B.Pharm with min. 50% marks and appear for the entrance exam
M.Sc. (Pharmacovigilance) 2 years INR 77,000 B.Sc./B.Pharm with min. 50% marks
B.Ed. INR 22,000 (Rs. 32,000 from 2nd sem onwards) 2 Years Graduate/Post Graduate with a minimum aggregate of 50%
M.Ed. INR 30,000 (Rs. 40,000 from 2nd sem onwards) 2 Years 50% in B.Ed/B.Sc B.Ed/B.A. B.Ed
B.A. in journalism INR 62,000 3 Years 12th Passed (Any stream) | PI | Pearson Test Score and SAT Score
M.A. in Journalism INR 62,000 2 Years 50% in B.Ed/B.Sc B.Ed/B.A. B.Ed
BCA INR 52,000 3 Years 12th Passed (Any stream) | PI | Pearson Test Score and SAT Score
BCA-MCA Integrated INR 52,000 5 Years 12th Passed (Any stream) | PI | Pearson Test Score and SAT Score
MCA INR 77,000 2 Years Graduation in BCA, B.Sc. IT, CS with min 55% marks
 

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The admission process typically starts after a candidate has applied for admission and received their application from the admission office within the specified deadline.

Counseling Process

Purpose of Counselling: To assist potential scholars in finding their preferred program.

 

Appearance Requirement:

  • Candidates must personally attend counselling on specified date and time.
  • Failure to attend will result in the rejection of an application.
  • Candidates must have all required documents (as outlined in IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS) at counseling.
  1. Allocation of Seats
 

Seat Allocation:

  • Seats in programs are assigned based on students’ ranking in entrance exams (subject to minimum eligibility).
  • Students’ preferred course selection on the counseling form will be taken into account if seats are available.
 
  • Payment of Fees 

Admission Policy:

  • Full fee must be received at the time of counseling for admission to be granted.
  • Payment options: cash or Demand Draft made payable to "Chitkara University" in Chandigarh (cheques not accepted).
  • Twice-a-year fee payments are required as per the university's notification.
  • Delayed fee payment will result in fines according to university rules.

The application process for Chitkara University in 2023 involves two methods: 

 

Online Application:

  • Visit the official website of Chitkara University
  • Fill in the application form, including all necessary personal and academic information.
  • Pay the application fee online, which is specified by the university.
  • Save and submit the application form for future reference.
 

Offline Application:

  • Obtain the application form from the official website of Chitkara University or purchase it from a Chitkara Information Center.
  • Fill in the application form, including all necessary personal and academic information.
  • Send the completed application form along with the required documents, such as a passport-sized photo and a Demand Draft for the application fee of INR 1100, drawn in favor of ‘Chitkara University and payable at Chandigarh.

It is important to read the admission guidelines and eligibility criteria before filling out the application form to ensure that you meet the necessary requirements for the program you are interested in.

 

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Chitkara University Reservation Criteria

  • Of the total seats, 25% remain reserved for qualified candidates from Himachal Pradesh, and 15% are exclusively reserved for Punjab-based students.
  • The number of seats allocated for the reserved categories (SC/ ST/ OBC etc.) shall depend on the government policy.
  • The processing fee of Rs.1000/- and counseling fee of Rs.2500/- will be deducted from applicants who withdraw before the start of their courses, with a full refund subject to these deductions.
  • If a withdrawal application is made after the commencement of classes, fees will be refunded following a pro-rata deduction (less processing charges) and with an additional charge towards counseling.
 

Chitkara University Placements

 

Campus recruitment of the chitkara business school graduate batch of 2022:-

  • 250+ companies from 26 industry sectors recruited from the campus in 2022
  • Highest salary is Rs.42 lacs, and the average salary is Rs.8 lacs.
  • 110+ dream offers above Rs.10 lacs
  • 100+ pre placements offer, and 30+ international offers
  • Major recruiters include Aditya Birla, adobe, Airtel, Amul, Coca-Cola, Dabur, Deloitte, E&Y, Moody’s, Nestle, etc.
  • Apart from the Ranked MBA Programs, 500+ senior leaders across the blue chip companies currently enrolled, and more than 200 alumni, Chitkara Business School Ph.D. has become one of the premier doctoral programs of the country.

The 22nd batch and 14th batch of engineering graduates from chitkara university Punjab and Himachal Pradesh appeared for the campus placement process this year. Some important highlights of the campus recruitment for the batch graduating in the year 2022 were: -

  • 650+ companies came on campus for hiring.
  • 650 students from 1800 students got a dream job offer
  • 100+ offers given by startup unicorns like Byju’s, OYO, Zomato, Swiggy, GoJek, etc.
  • Some major companies visit the campus for mechanical engineering students such as Reliance, Hyundai, Honda, Yamaha, L&T, Adani Power, etc.
  • Some Major Companies visit the campus for Civil Engineering Students such as Sobha Developers, 3C, DLF, JSW Steel, Shapoorji, etc.

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Chitkara University Campus Life and Events 

 

The University has a modern and state-of-the-art infrastructure that provides many services for students and staff members. Chitkara University is situated in a great position for an educational institution and has a large, lovely campus. The university offers transportation services for faculty staff and day students. There are various options offered by the university, food courts, clubs, and a vibrant college scene in Chitkara. One of the greatest institutions in the nation, Chitkara offers students the chance to acquire not only the required material but also other crucial lessons.

Because of Chitkara's extraordinarily high standard of education, students from distant locations also travel here to attend school.

Auditorium

Chitkara University has created its classes to mix learning with doing. They use special tools, like videos and audio, to make the lessons more interesting. They also have extra classes to help students improve their social skills, like how to talk to people, be a good leader, work well with others, and think critically.

Auditorium

Laboratories

High-tech laboratories, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and software, help to foster your learning experience. Laboratories are fully equipped to meet the academic requirements as per the university curriculum. 

Laboratories

Other facilities like computer facilities, a library, a cafeteria, medical facilities, and residential accommodation are also available for boys and girls separately. 

Cultural events

On the evening of November 10th, 2022, the Indian Ocean entertained the audience with a live performance at Chitkara University.

cultural events

Sports Facilities

To encourage participation in sports, colleges offer a variety of opportunities for students to enjoy athletics and compete with other schools. Outdoor sports facilities include Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Tennis, and Volleyball. Indoor sports facilities include Chess,Carrom, Multigym, Pool, TT, etc.

sports

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Chitkara University Alumni

Sahil Chopra, a 2005 batch alumnus of computer science engineering and one of this college alumni, has been promoted to director—Brand & Digital Marketing at Viacom 18 Digital Ventures.

Some of the best alumni of Chitkara University are

Name Designation Company
Amandeep Sidhu (2002) Technical Program Manager II Amazon, California USA
Sushant Gautam (2009-11) Senior Consultant Health Practice with PWC
Chandan Bagai (2008-12) Cyber Security Consultant Accenture
Canada
Jagbir Kaur (2009-13) Senior Risk Consultant Mckinsey & Company, New York
 

Chitkara University Rankings

QS has ranked Chitkara University 145th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2023 for Southern Asia, as announced at the QS Higher Education Summit- APAC 2022 held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Ranking Body Year Ranking
NIRF 2023 16 in Pharmacy
30 in Architecture
64 in Management
92 in Engineering
QS Asia 2023 145th (Southern Asia category)
QS Asia 2023 551-600
QS Asia 2022 601-650
Outlook-ICARE 2023 21st rank (India top B-Schools) 9th rank (Chitkara business School – Top Private University) 6th rank (North India)
Careers360 2023 35th (Business School in India)
 

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Chitkara University Scholarships

 
  • Application for a scholarship under Post-matric Scholarship Scheme for SCs/OBCs students, click on the below mentioned link and apply accordingly.
  • Application for a scholarship under Scholarship Scheme for Minorities students, and Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University students, you can click on the below mentioned link and apply.
  • Application for AICTE’s scholarship for J & K students, click on the below mentioned link and apply accordingly.

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Chitkara University Departments

Chitkara University is a well-rounded institution with a variety of departments offering different programs and courses. Some of the top departments at Chitkara University are:

Departments CD Rating
Chitkara University of Engineering and Technology (CIET) 8.0/10
Chitkara College of Pharmacy (CCP) 8.2/10
Chitkara Business School (CBS) 8.4/10
Chitkara School of mass Communication (CSMC) 8.1/10
Chitkara School of Planning and Architecture 6.0/10
 

Chitkara University FAQs

 

Ques. What are the programs offered by Chitkara University?

Ans.The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as engineering, management, computer applications, and more.

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Ques. Are the exam scores considered for admission?

Ans. Admission to some courses is based on merit in the all-India entrance test, and admission to other programs is based on merit in the qualifying examination.

Ques. Can I apply for admission to a program at chitkara university before the announcement of the results of my qualifying exam?

Ans.Yes, you can apply before the declaration of the result of the qualifying exam. For all other courses, proof of having passed with requisite marks is to be submitted at the time of counseling/ admission.

Ques. Can I pay fees in several installments?

Ans.No, there is no option to pay the fee in installments.

Ques. Can I nominate someone to serve as my counsel if I am unable to travel/attend?

Ans.No. Candidates will be required to attend the counseling session.

Ques. Do I have to come down to the chitkara university campus to receive or submit the application form?

Ans. No, applicants can send the form by post or courier.

Ques.Is there any dress code?

Ans.To lend brand exclusivity to each of our students, a dress code has been imposed on all chitkara university students.

Ques. What are the attendance criteria of the institute?

Ans.To be eligible for university course examinations, students must attend at least 75 percent of lectures.

Ques. Has Chitkara university provided Transportation facilities for their staff and students?

Ans. Chitkara University has made a safe and secure arrangement of transport facilities for students, staff, and faculty. The facility is available from Chandigarh, Mohali, Ambala Kalka, etc.

Ques. What are the required documents for counseling/admission?

Ans.Following are the documents required for admission are given below:-

  • Original and attested certificates and mark sheets of Class X and XII and graduation
  • (for post-grad programs).
  • Migration certificate, rank card, and admit card (if result not declared).
  • Character and medical fitness certificates as per the format given.
  • Reserve category certificate (if applicable).
  • Affidavit declaring no criminal activity during the gap period (if any).
  • Two passport-size photographs with name and date of birth written on reverse.

Ques. Are hostel charges included in the tuition fee? 

Ans. No, the hostel fee is a separate charge and is not included in the tuition fee.

The tuition fee covers the cost of education and the academic resources provided by the institution, including classes, textbooks, and student activities. On the other hand, the hostel fee covers the cost of room and board, as well as any additional services and amenities provided by the institution's on-campus housing.

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Ques: What is the fee for the MBA program?

Ans: Chitkara University charges INR 2.83 Lakhs for the first year of the MBA program. The fees includes all the hostel fees, examination fees and the tuition fees.

Ques: Does the university offer any scholarship for its students?

Ans: Yes, the university offers merit scholarships to the students who have excelled in their academics.

Ques: Who are the partereed recruiters of Chitkara University?

Ans: Some of the prominent companies like Philips, Citibank,Kelloggs, Yes Bank, Flipkart, Moody’s, ITC and many more are partnered with the university.

Ques: Does it provide any global exposure to its students?

Ans: Chitkara University has global tie-ups with the Fontys, IaSalle, Vancouver Island University DHBW, Metropolia and many other companies which provide internship programs and placements for the qualified students.

Ques: Does the University provide any reservation to the quota category students?

Ans: Yes, Chitkara University reserves 25% of the seats are reserved for bona fide candidates of Himachal Pradesh and 15% of the seats are reserved exclusively for candidates of Punjab domicile.