Central University of Punjab has not released its 2025 placement report. The NIRF 2025 report states that 120 PG students from the 2024 batch were placed with a median package of INR 3.40 LPA. Many students also chose higher studies, while placement results showed steady growth over earlier years.

The highest package for the Law program was INR 11.8 LPA. Major recruiters associated with CU Punjab include Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Cognizant and Sun Pharma.

CU Punjab Placement Statistics

The NIRF 2025 data records the following placement results for Central University of Punjab:

Particulars Details
PG students placed 120
PG median package INR 3.40 LPA
PG students who graduated 1,037
Highest package for the Law program INR 11.8 LPA
Students who chose higher studies 40
Placement rate 70%
Leading recruiters TCS, Wipro, Cognizant and Sun Pharma

CU Punjab PG Placement Statistics

The year-wise figures below cover CU Punjab's two-year PG programs, as reported in NIRF 2025:

Year Number of Students Number of Students Placed Median Package
2024 1,037 120 INR 3.40 LPA
2023 813 97 INR 4.00 LPA
2022 892 123 INR 3.10 LPA

PG results remained stable from 2022 to 2024. The median package reached its highest point of INR 4 LPA in 2023. Although the graduating batch grew in 2024, the placement count stayed steady. The figures indicate consistent recruiter demand and research-focused PG placement support rather than mass recruitment or a single sharp increase.

CU Punjab Course-wise Placement Statistics

Placement results are also available separately for some CU Punjab programs. Official course-wise figures for 2026 have not yet been released, so the following details come from the NIRF report.

CU Punjab Pharmacy Placement Statistics

The Pharmacy batch recorded a placement rate of 93% in 2024, when the median salary reached its highest level of INR 4 LPA. The year-wise Pharmacy figures reported in NIRF 2025 are listed below:

Academic Year Students Graduating Students Placed Median Salary (INR) Students Opted for Higher Studies
2024 44 44 4 LPA 3
2023 36 36 3.47 LPA 5
2022 47 47 3.36 LPA 5

CU Punjab Law Placement Statistics

NIRF 2025 provides the following placement figures for the Law program at Central University of Punjab:

Academic Year Students Graduating Students Placed Median Salary (INR) Students Opted for Higher Studies
2024 37 3 11.80 LPA 8
2023 26 1 6 LPA 1
2022 29 3 6 LPA 1

Law placement insight:

  • Law recorded fewer placements, but its median salary rose to a peak of INR 11.8 LPA in 2024, showing that the available legal placements were selective and high-paying.

CU Punjab Top Recruiters

The following organisations were listed among the leading recruiters visiting the Central University of Punjab campus for placements in 2025:

TCS Infosys Wipro Hindustan Petroleum
Bank of Baroda Sun Pharma Cognizant SAIL
ITC HDFC Bank Reliance L&T Infotech

CU Punjab Placement FAQs

Ques. What support does the Central University of Punjab placement cell offer?

Ans. The placement cell prepares students for recruitment through career guidance, resume support, soft-skill training and interview practice. It also organises group discussions, mock interviews and training sessions before placements so students understand each stage of the hiring process.

Ques. Are placements and internships available at Central University of Punjab?

Ans. Yes. Central University of Punjab helps students access both placement and internship opportunities. Internships generally last 3-6 months and allow students to build practical, industry-related experience while continuing their studies.

Ques. What are the eligibility rules for CU Punjab campus placements?

Ans. Students generally need to meet these conditions to take part in campus placements at Central University of Punjab:

  • They must be studying in the final year or final semester of their program.
  • They must have an aggregate score of at least 55%-60%, or the equivalent CGPA, depending on the recruiter's requirement.
  • They must not have any active backlogs when appearing for a placement drive at CU Punjab.
  • They must satisfy the program and recruiter requirements related to subjects, skills or previous experience.

Rules can differ by course, department and employer. The recruiter makes the final selection through its shortlisting and interview process.