Candidates must have passed Graduation with 50% + CAT for admission to MBA at PU
Course Duration
2 YearsTuition Fees
2.46 Lakhs1 Year Fees
2.46 LakhsTotal Fees
4.92 Lakhs| Year | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Year Wise fees | ₹2.46 Lakhs | ₹2.46 Lakhs |
| Total Fees | ₹246185 | ₹246185 |
| Tuition fees | ₹246185 | ₹246185 |
Panjab University offers a 2-year MBA program in multiple specializations. Panjab University MBA fees range from INR 21,260 - INR 5.81 lakhs based on the specializations.
Panjab University MBA admissions are based on National or State-level entrance tests. Candidates can also appear for PU-MET (Panjab University Management Entrance Test) conducted by the university. Students with 50% marks in Bachelor’s Degree are eligible for admission to MBA program at Panjab University.
The online admission fee is INR 300 for General category and INR 150 for SC/ST/PWD candidates. Other possible charges are INR 1100 as registration fee (for those not registered with Panjab University), INR 75 as eligibility fee (for candidates from a different university/board), and INR 1100 as migration fee (for students from boards/universities other than CBSE, ICSE, Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal). Candidates can submit the application fee through Credit/Debit Card/Net banking, etc.
Panjab University MBA program is offered in multiple specializations. The specialization-wise detailed fee structure is mentioned below:
| Specializations | Year 1 Fees (INR) |
Year 2 Fees (INR) |
Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 31,675 | 33,255 | 65,197 |
| Human Resource Management | 31,675 | 33,255 | 65,197 |
| Hospital Management | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Entrepreneurship | 1,35,135 | 1,41,895 | 2,77,030 |
| Pharmaceutical Management | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Information Technology & Telecom Management | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| International Business | 31,675 | 33,255 | 65,197 |
| Banking & Insurance | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Retail Management | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Infrastructure Management | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Capital Markets | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| Business Analytics | 2,46,185 | 2,46,185 | 4,92,370 |
| MBAfEX | 1,47,835 | 1,55,225 | 3,03,060 |
The detailed fee comparison of MBA program offered at Panjab University for the current and previous academic year is provided below:
| Specializations |
Total Fees |
Previous Year Total Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 65,197 | 56,470 |
| Human Resource Management | 65,197 | 56,470 |
| Hospital Management | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Entrepreneurship | 2,77,030 | 2,61,650 |
| Pharmaceutical Management | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Information Technology & Telecom Management | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| International Business | 65,197 | 56,470 |
| Banking & Insurance | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Retail Management | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Infrastructure Management | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Capital Markets | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| Business Analytics | 4,92,370 | 4,92,370 |
| MBAfEX | 3,03,060 | 2,87,690 |
Panjab University conducts Panjab University Management Entrance Test (PU-MET) for admission to MBA programs. Candidates who have qualified any National or state-level entrance examination are exempted from PU-MET.

Application Process - Steps to Follow
Entrance Test Fee (Non‑Refundable)
Panjab University Chandigarh, CAT Cutoff 2024 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff percentile for CAT is 85.
| Specializations | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| General | 85 |
| Human Resource Management | 85 |
| Hospital Management | 85 |
| Entrepreneurship | 85 |
| Pharmaceutical Management | 85 |
| Information Technology & Telecom Management | 85 |
| International Business | 85 |
| Banking & Insurance | 85 |
| Retail Management | 85 |
| Infrastructure Management | 85 |
| Capital Markets | 85 |
| Business Analytics | 85 |
Panjab University placement report 2025 has not been released yet. However, according to the 2023 placement report, many renowned companies such as TCS, Amazon, Microsoft, and Google offered placements to Panjab University MBA students. The highest package offered to
MBA students in the past few years is shown in the graph below:
The first year MBA fee comparison between Panjab University and Chandigarh University and USB Chandigarh for different specializations is tabulated below:
| Course | Panjab University | Chandigarh University | UBS Chandigarh |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 65,197 | 3,18,500 | 23,945 |
| Human Resource Management | 65,197 | 3,18,500 | 23,945 |
| International Business | 65,197 | 3,18,500 | 23,945 |
| Entrepreneurship | 2,77,030 | 3,18,500 | 1,20,135 |
From the above data, it is observed that Panjab University is less expensive compared to Chandigarh University but more expensive compared to UBS Chandigarh.
Panjab University has been recognized by various national and international ranking agencies over the years. Below are the Panjab University rankings in the Management category from different institutions:
| Agency | Ranking | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 92 | 2024 |
| Outlook | 15 | 2023 |
Panjab University also provides scholarships to students according to their merit and financial needs. The table below provides the information related to the scholarships:
| Scholarships | Eligibility Criteria | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | INR 2.5 LPA and a minimum of 60% marks in the previous examination | Up to INR 10,000 per annum |
| National Scholarship | Students belonging to economically weaker sections and belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories | Up to INR 30,000 per annum |
| PU Scholarship for Differently Abled Students | Students with a minimum of 40% disability and a minimum of 50% marks in the previous examination | Upto INR 30,000 per annum |
| PU Scholarship for Single Girl Child | Female students who are the only child of their parents | Upto INR 5,000 per annum |
| PU Scholarship for Sportsperson | Students who have represented the University or the state in sports | Upto INR 10,000 per annum |
Ques. What are the unique teaching methods used in the MBA program at Panjab University?
Ans. Panjab University Chandigarh focuses on innovative teaching methods for MBA students:
Ques. Does Panjab University MBA offer international exchange programs?
Ans. Yes, Panjab University Chandigarh provides opportunities for global exposure:
Ques. Are there entrepreneurship opportunities for MBA students at Panjab University?
Ans. Panjab University Chandigarh encourages entrepreneurial initiatives:
Ques. Can MBA students at Panjab University pursue dual specializations?
Ans. Yes, Panjab University Chandigarh allows flexibility:
Ques. Does Panjab University provide MBA students with networking opportunities?
Ans. Panjab University Chandigarh offers extensive networking platforms:
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