Quick Summary
Since 1882, Panjab University has been one of India's prominent public state universitys, based in Chandigarh. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20450 students including 1.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Physics & Astronomy, Chemistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18.5%.
01
Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of India's oldest and most prestigious universities with a low fee structure and high academic reputation
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyPhysics & AstronomyChemistryBiological Sciences
Founded1882
TypePublic State University
Total Students20450
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus Size550 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNAAC A++
02
Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Diploma, and Certificate courses across 75 departments
Programs
Available in Sciences, Humanities, Engineering, Law, and Arts
PhD Programs
Distance education programs offered via Center for Distance and Online Education (CDOE)
Online Programs
ICSSR, DST-PURSE, Energy Research Centre, Centre for Nano Science & Nanotechnology
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A++
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18.5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for specific management quotas
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15, 2025
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 20, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is strictly based on PU-CET (UG/PG) entrance exams and merit; prioritize preparation for department-specific entrance tests.
05
Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹40,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹200,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹60,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹300,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailablePost-Matric Scholarship, Merit-cum-Means, University Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidFee concessions for economically weaker sections and single girl child candidates
Work-StudyLimited opportunities in university libraries and administration
06
Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Diploma, and Certificate courses across 75 departments programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| LL.B | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| B.E. in Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| M.Sc Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
07
Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementActive training and placement cells in engineering (UIET) and management (UBS)
Industry Connections
Strong ties with pharmaceutical industries and IT sector in North India
Notable Alumni
Manmohan Singh, Kalpana Chawla, Kiran Bedi, Sushma Swaraj, Vikram Batra
08
Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, 18 hostels for boys and girls
Sports Facilities
Synthetic athletics track, swimming pool, shooting range, gymnasium hall
Student Clubs
Debating Society, PUCSC (Student Council), Cultural Committee, NSS, NCC
Library Resources
A.C. Joshi Library with over 700,000 books and electronic resource center
Exchange Programs
Collaborations with universities in UK, Canada, and USA
Summer Programs
Inter-departmental summer schools and research internships