Central University of Haryana (CUH), Mahendergarh, is a central university set up in 2009 under the Central Universities Act, 2009. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has a NAAC ’A’ Grade with a score of 3.00.

CUH runs its permanent campus at Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh, Haryana. It has 8 Schools (Peeths), 35 departments, 90 academic programmes, 4,999 students, and 222 faculty members. The university was placed in the 151-200 band in NIRF Overall 2022.

CUH is known for programmes in engineering, management, law, education, science, humanities, pharmacy, tourism, and vocational studies. It has also been ranked 17 out of 50 in IIRF Overall 2026 and 34 out of 45 among Central Universities by India Today 2025.

  • B.Tech is a 4-year programme offered in Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Printing and Packing Technology. The total fee is INR 2,87,726.
  • BBA is a 3-year course with a total fee of INR 1,22,000.
  • BA + LLB is a 5-year integrated course, while LLB is a 3-year course. Their total fees are INR 87,550 and INR 44,688.
  • Integrated B.Sc + M.Sc is a 5-year course offered in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The total fee is INR 87,550.
  • B.Ed is a 2-year course, and BA + B.Ed is an integrated programme. Their total fees are INR 64,004 and INR 71,318.
  • MBA is offered in Finance, HR, and Marketing, while M.Tech is offered in CSE, Energy Systems, and Structural Engineering. MBA costs INR 31,922 in total, and M.Tech costs INR 89,674.
  • MA is available in 13 subjects, including Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, and Sanskrit. The fee ranges from INR 18,044 to INR 31,922.
  • M.Sc is offered in 13 subjects, including Data Science, Geoinformatics, Nutrition Biology, and Yoga. The total fee is INR 31,922.
  • Ph.D. is available across 35 disciplines. The fee ranges from INR 50,858 to INR 68,424.

The full B.Tech fee at CUH is INR 2,87,726 for 4 years. The complete MBA fee is INR 31,922 for 2 years.

The CUH Training and Placement Cell has recorded a highest package of INR 48 LPA. This offer was made to a student placed in an MNC based in Geneva, Switzerland.

Admission Update: CUH admissions for the 2026-27 session include UG, PG, B.Tech, B.Tech LEET, special/open counselling, and Ph.D. routes. The Ph.D. July cycle has remaining scheduled activities in October 2026.

CUH Admission Dates 2026

The active future schedule for CUH admissions is for Ph.D. Admissions 2026-27 (July Cycle). The upcoming events are listed below.

EventDate
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Display of list of candidates called for interview05-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Issuance of admit cards for entrance examination05-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Entrance examination at CUH, Mahendergarh08-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Declaration of entrance examination result and interview list09-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Reporting for interview in the concerned department12-10-2026 to 14-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Display of category-wise allotment list and waiting list14-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Document verification and fee deposit15-10-2026 to 16-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Display of vacant seats, if any17-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Offer of admission against vacant seats, document verification, and fee deposit21-10-2026 to 22-10-2026
Ph.D. July Cycle 2026: Commencement of classes26-10-2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

CUH Courses and Fees

Central University of Haryana offers 90 academic programmes in fields such as engineering, management, sciences, humanities, law, education, pharmacy, tourism, and vocational education. Course fees start at INR 18,044 for MA programmes and go up to INR 2,87,726 for B.Tech.

CourseDurationEligibilityFee
B.Tech (CSE, Civil, Electrical, Printing and Packing Technology)4 years10+2 with PCM, CUET UGINR 2,87,726
BBA3 years10+2, CUET UGINR 1,22,000
BA + LLB (Integrated)5 years10+2 with 45%, CUET UGINR 87,550
Integrated B.Sc + M.Sc (Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics)5 years10+2 with PCM, CUET UGINR 87,550
B.Ed2 yearsGraduation, CUET PGINR 64,004
LLB (3-year)3 yearsGraduation, CUET PGINR 44,688
M.Tech (CSE / Energy Systems / Structural Engineering)2 yearsB.Tech or equivalent, CUET PGINR 89,674
MBA (Finance / HR / Marketing)2 yearsGraduation, CUET PGINR 31,922
MA (13 disciplines)2 yearsGraduation in relevant discipline, CUET PGINR 18,044 to INR 31,922
M.Sc (13 disciplines)2 yearsGraduation with relevant science subjects, CUET PGINR 31,922
Ph.D. (35 disciplines)3 to 5 yearsMaster’s degree in relevant discipline, CUH Entrance / NET-JRFINR 50,858 to INR 68,424

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

CUH also offers newer subject options such as M.Sc Data Science, Geoinformatics, Nutrition Biology, and Yoga, along with regular science programmes. M.Pharm is available in Pharmaceutics and Pharmacognosy. The university also offers Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (MHMCT) and Master of Tourism and Travel Management (MTTM).

CUH Admission Process

CUH admits students to UG and PG courses mainly through CUET scores. NTA conducts CUET UG and CUET PG, and the university prepares merit lists according to the score and reservation rules for central universities.

Programme FamilyEntrance Exam Accepted
B.Tech, BBA, BA, B.Voc, BA+LLB, B.Sc Hons., Integrated B.Sc+M.ScCUET UG
MA, MBA, M.Sc, M.Tech, M.Ed, M.Pharm, LLB (3-yr), LLM, MHMCT, MTTMCUET PG
B.Ed and BA+B.Ed (ITEP)CUET PG / CUET UG (for ITEP integrated)
Ph.D.CUH Entrance Test / NET-JRF (JRF holders may be exempted from entrance test)

B.Tech Admissions

  • Eligibility: Students need 10+2 or an equivalent qualification with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The required aggregate is 50% for General Category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD.
  • Entrance Exam: Students must have a valid CUET UG score in domain subjects such as Physics and Mathematics.
  • Selection Process: Admission is through CUET UG score-based counselling, seat allotment, document verification, and fee payment.
  • Lateral Entry (B.Tech LEET): Diploma holders in Engineering can join directly in 2nd year. They must have at least 55% aggregate in Diploma.

At CUH, CSE and Electrical Engineering have usually drawn higher CUET scores than Civil and Printing Technology.

BBA, BA, B.Voc, and Other UG Programmes

For these UG courses, students need 10+2 or an equivalent qualification. CUET UG score is the only admission basis. Counselling is conducted through the NTA Central Seat Allocation System (NTA-CSAS) for central university seats. For the 5-year BA+LLB integrated course, students must have 10+2 with at least 45% aggregate.

MBA and PG Programmes (MA, M.Sc, M.Tech, LLB, LLM)

  • Eligibility: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject is needed with at least 55% aggregate. The requirement is 50% for SC/ST/PwD.
  • Entrance Exam: Students must qualify CUET PG in the relevant test paper.
  • Selection Process: CUH prepares a merit list using CUET PG scores, followed by counselling and seat allotment.

MBA is open to graduates from any stream. M.Tech needs a relevant B.Tech or an equivalent engineering degree. LLB (3-year) is also open to graduates from any stream and uses CUET PG for admission.

Ph.D. Admissions

For Ph.D. admission, students need a relevant Master’s degree with at least 55% aggregate. SC/ST/PwD students need 50%. UGC-NET JRF qualified students may not have to appear for the CUH entrance test. Selection includes the CUH entrance test and a departmental interview. The July 2026 cycle covers 35 disciplines.

CUH Placements

The Training and Placement Cell at CUH supports placements for students from B.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, and M.Tech. The highest package recorded by the cell is INR 48 LPA. This offer went to a student placed at MAINBY SA, a multinational company based in Geneva, Switzerland. CUH holds its Job Fair every year, and the latest edition was scheduled in February 2026.

Recruiters visiting CUH come from IT, banking and financial services, pharmaceutical, automotive, edtech, and fintech sectors. The confirmed recruiter list is given below.

SectorRecruiters
IT and TechnologyInfosys, TCS, Xenonstack
Banking and Financial ServicesHDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI Life Insurance, BharatPe, PolicyBazar, Seeds Fincap
Pharmaceutical and HealthcareSun Pharmaceutical, Becton Dickinson
Manufacturing and AutomotiveLucas TVS, JTEKT India, Talbros Automotive
EdTech and OthersGeeksforGeeks, PlanetSpark

CUH has not publicly shared average salary data across batches. Based on available recruiter participation, CSE and MBA students see the strongest placement activity.

CUH Rankings

Central University of Haryana has appeared in national and international ranking lists. It was placed in the 151-200 band in NIRF Overall 2022. The university also received the FICCI Higher Education Excellence Award 2024 under the "Emerging University of the Year" category.

Ranking BodyCategoryRank
IIRFOverall (India)17 out of 50 (2026)
India TodayCentral Universities34 out of 45 (2025)
NIRFOverall (University)151-200 band (2022)

CUH also appeared in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2026, which reflects its research and academic work at an international level.

CUH Campus and Infrastructure

The permanent campus of Central University of Haryana is at Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh, Haryana. All 8 Schools (Peeths) and 35 departments work from this campus. The main facilities include a Central Library with digital resources, computer centres with Wi-Fi, a Central Instrumentation Centre, and a Centre for Innovation and Incubation.

The university has separate hostels for male and female students. The Maharishi Chyavan Health Centre provides healthcare on campus. Students also use sports grounds, seminar halls, and open learning spaces for co-curricular and research activities. These facilities support a student community of 4,999.

CUH also has an administrative transit office in Gurugram at DLF Phase III for Delhi-NCR coordination. A 360-degree virtual campus tour is available on the official CUH website.

CUH vs Central University of Rajasthan vs Central University of Punjab

Central University of Haryana, Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ), and Central University of Punjab (CUP) were all formed under the Central Universities Act, 2009. Students in northern India often compare these three institutions. All three accept CUET for UG and PG admissions and follow central government fee norms.

ParameterCUHCURAJCUP
StateHaryanaRajasthanPunjab
LocationMahendergarhKishangarh (Ajmer)Bathinda
Established200920092009
NAAC GradeA (3.00)AA
Total Programmes90Multi-discipline UG / PG / Ph.D.Multi-discipline UG / PG / Ph.D.
B.Tech Fee (Total)INR 2,87,726Central university normsCentral university norms
Admission BasisCUET UG / CUET PGCUET UG / CUET PGCUET UG / CUET PG

CUH offers the widest programme count among the three, with 90 courses, and it has an active placement cell with MNC-level packages recorded. CURAJ is known for natural sciences and pharmacy, along with research activity. CUP attracts many students from Punjab and Himachal Pradesh and offers strong programmes in social sciences and sciences.

CUH FAQs

Ques. Which exam is used for CUH B.Tech admission?

Ans. Central University of Haryana uses CUET UG scores for B.Tech admission. Students must pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. General Category students need at least 50% aggregate. Counselling is done through the NTA Central Seat Allocation System.

Ques. How much does the full B.Tech course cost at CUH?

Ans. The total B.Tech fee at Central University of Haryana is INR 2,87,726 for the full 4-year course. The same fee applies to Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Printing and Packing Technology.

Ques. What is the top salary package recorded at CUH?

Ans. CUH has recorded a highest placement package of INR 48 LPA. The offer was made by MAINBY SA, a multinational firm based in Geneva, Switzerland. Infosys, TCS, HDFC Bank, and Sun Pharmaceutical are among the major recruiters.

Ques. What NAAC grade does CUH have?

Ans. Central University of Haryana has a NAAC ’A’ Grade with a score of 3.00. The university is recognised by the UGC and was established through an Act of Parliament.

Ques. How can students get admission to MBA at CUH?

Ans. CUH offers a 2-year MBA with Finance, Human Resources, and Marketing specialisations. Admission is based on CUET PG score. The total fee for the full MBA course is INR 31,922. Graduates from any recognised university can apply.

Ques. Are hostels available at CUH?

Ans. Yes, CUH provides separate hostels for male and female students at its permanent campus in Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh. The campus also has a health centre, sports grounds, and a central library with digital resources.

Ques. Where does CUH stand in NIRF rankings?

Ans. Central University of Haryana was placed in the 151-200 band in NIRF Overall 2022. It was also ranked 17th in IIRF Overall Rankings 2026 and 34th among Central Universities in India Today 2025.