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Chandigarh University offers 215+ UG, PG and doctoral courses in fields such as Engineering, Management and Computer Applications. Popular options include BE, MBA and MCA, and students should also plan for examination fees, security or caution fee, hostel fee, uniform charges and other university charges where applicable.
- BE total tuition fees range from INR 7.08 Lakhs to INR 12.72 Lakhs, with scholarships up to 100% through CUCET or JEE Main.
- MBA total tuition fees range from INR 5.12 Lakhs to INR 7.94 Lakhs, with scholarships up to 100% through CUCET and up to 50% through eligible national exams.
- MCA tuition fees range from INR 93,000 to INR 98,500 per semester, with scholarships through CUCET and applicable merit rules.
Chandigarh University Admission 2026
Chandigarh University is accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic session. CUCET Phase II applications are open, and the last date to apply through CUCET is September 10, 2026.
- UG Courses: Students usually need 10+2 with 50%-60% marks, based on the program.
- PG Courses: Students usually need graduation with at least 50% marks, subject to the course rules.
- Entrance Exam: CUCET may be needed for eligible programs.
- Scholarships: Eligible students can get scholarships as per the applicable criteria.
Chandigarh University Fee Components 2026
While checking the total cost, students should count tuition along with other charges. The fee can change by course, specialization, admission category and university policy.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Varies by course and specialization |
| Examination Fee | INR 2,500 per semester |
| Caution/Security Fee | INR 2,000, where applicable, generally refundable |
| Hostel Fee | INR 1.20 Lakhs to INR 2.20 Lakhs, based on room type, occupancy and AC or non-AC facility |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Students also consider Chandigarh University for industry-linked courses, exposure to recruiters and organizations such as TCS and IBM, specializations in AI, Data Science and Analytics, internships, projects, research, industry interaction, CUCET and merit-based scholarships, national-exam scholarships and flexible honors, research and work-integrated programs.
Chandigarh University UG Fees 2026
Chandigarh University UG fees differ by program. BE/B.Tech, B.Pharm, BPT, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc (Hons.) and law courses have separate semester-wise or total tuition fee details.
Chandigarh University BE Fee Structure 2026
BE tuition depends on the specialization. Available totals start at INR 7.96 Lakhs for Chemical Engineering and go up to INR 14.00 Lakhs for CSE with AI & Data Science with SAS.
| BE Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | INR 7.08 Lakhs to INR 12.72 Lakhs |
| Caution Fee, one-time and refundable | INR 2,000 |
| Examination Fee | INR 2,500 per semester |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Chandigarh University BE Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Minimum Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 50% marks.
- Entrance Exam: Admission follows the applicable Chandigarh University criteria, including CUCET where required.
- Scholarships: Eligible students can use scholarships as per the applicable scholarship rules.
Chandigarh University BE Specialization-wise Fees 2026
| Total Tuition Fees | Fee per Semester | BE Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| INR 14.00 Lakhs | INR 1.75 Lakhs | CSE - AI & Data Science with SAS |
| INR 12.72 Lakhs | INR 1.59 Lakhs | CSE - Full Stack Development |
| INR 12.24 Lakhs | INR 1.53 Lakhs | Computer Science and Engineering |
| INR 11.16 Lakhs | INR 1.39 Lakhs | Aerospace Engineering |
| INR 10.32 Lakhs | INR 1.29 Lakhs | Information Technology |
| INR 9.56 Lakhs | INR 1.19 Lakhs | Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| INR 9.44 Lakhs | INR 1.18 Lakhs | Biotechnology |
| INR 9.44 Lakhs | INR 1.18 Lakhs | Mechanical Engineering |
| INR 9.24 Lakhs | INR 1.15 Lakhs | Civil Engineering |
| INR 9.24 Lakhs | INR 1.15 Lakhs | Electrical Engineering |
| INR 9.24 Lakhs | INR 1.15 Lakhs | Mechatronics Engineering |
| INR 9.04 Lakhs | INR 1.13 Lakhs | Food Technology |
| INR 8.64 Lakhs | INR 1.08 Lakhs | Automobile Engineering |
| INR 7.96 Lakhs | INR 99,500 | Chemical Engineering |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Chandigarh University BE CSE Fees 2026
BE Computer Science and Engineering has a tuition fee of INR 1.53 Lakhs each semester. Across eight semesters, the tuition comes to INR 12.24 Lakhs.
| Semester Group | Program Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1st to 8th Semester, each semester | INR 1.53 Lakhs | INR 2,500 |
| Total for 8 semesters | INR 12.24 Lakhs | INR 20,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Total Tuition Fees: INR 12.24 Lakhs
- Total Examination Fees: INR 20,000
- Security/Caution Fee: INR 2,000, refundable
- Academic Fees excluding hostel: INR 12.46 Lakhs
For 2026-27, BE tuition changes by branch. Chemical Engineering is listed at INR 7.96 Lakhs, BE CSE at INR 12.24 Lakhs, and CSE with AI & Data Science with SAS at INR 14.00 Lakhs. Examination, security, hostel, uniform and other charges may add to the final cost.
Chandigarh University Other UG Course Fees 2026
| Fee per Semester | Eligibility | Course |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1.49 Lakhs | 10+2 with 60%+ + applicable admission criteria | B.Pharm |
| INR 1.12 Lakhs | 10+2 with at least 60% marks | BA LLB |
| INR 1.08 Lakhs | 10+2 with at least 55% marks | BBA LLB |
| INR 90,500 | 10+2 with 50% + applicable admission criteria | BPT |
| INR 85,000 to INR 1.09 Lakhs | 10+2 with 50% + applicable admission criteria | B.Com (Hons.) |
| INR 79,500 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks | LLB |
| INR 44,000 to INR 1.08 Lakhs | 10+2 with 50% + applicable admission criteria | B.Sc (Hons.) |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Chandigarh University PG Fees 2026
Chandigarh University PG courses include MBA, MCA, M.Sc, LLM and other programs. Fees vary by specialization and course rules.
Chandigarh University MBA Fees 2026
MBA tuition varies across Finance, Business Analytics, FinTech, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing, Human Resources, Healthcare Management and other specializations. In the available structure, total tuition ranges from INR 5.12 Lakhs for Tourism, Hospitality and Aviation to INR 7.94 Lakhs for FinTech and Artificial Intelligence.
| MBA Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee per Semester | INR 1.28 Lakhs to INR 1.98 Lakhs |
| Examination Fee per Semester | INR 2,500 |
| Caution/Security Fee, one-time | INR 2,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Educational Qualification: Graduation from a recognized university with at least 50% marks.
- Entrance Exam: Students can apply through CUCET, subject to admission rules.
- CUCET Scholarship: Eligible students can get scholarships based on CUCET performance.
- Other Scholarships: Eligible national-level entrance exams may also give scholarship options.
Chandigarh University MBA Specialization-wise Fees 2026
| Total Tuition Fees | Fee per Semester | Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| INR 7.94 Lakhs | INR 1.98 Lakhs | FinTech and Artificial Intelligence |
| INR 7.58 Lakhs | INR 1.89 Lakhs | Business Analytics |
| INR 7.34 Lakhs | INR 1.83 Lakhs | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence |
| INR 7.32 Lakhs | INR 1.83 Lakhs | Applied Finance and Analytics |
| INR 7.20 Lakhs | INR 1.80 Lakhs | Capital Markets |
| INR 7.20 Lakhs | INR 1.80 Lakhs | Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
| INR 7.18 Lakhs | INR 1.79 Lakhs | Banking, Financial Services and Insurance |
| INR 6.96 Lakhs | INR 1.74 Lakhs | Strategic HR |
| INR 6.92 Lakhs | INR 1.73 Lakhs | Healthcare and Hospital Management |
| INR 6.84 Lakhs | INR 1.71 Lakhs | Artificial Intelligence for Business |
| INR 6.80 Lakhs | INR 1.70 Lakhs | Digital Marketing |
| INR 6.78 Lakhs | INR 1.69 Lakhs | MBA Dual Specialization Program Integrated with AI |
| INR 6.48 Lakhs | INR 1.62 Lakhs | MBA (CASSM) |
| INR 5.12 Lakhs | INR 1.28 Lakhs | Tourism, Hospitality and Aviation |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
MBA FinTech & Artificial Intelligence Fees 2026
MBA in FinTech and Artificial Intelligence costs INR 1.98 Lakhs per semester as tuition. The four-semester tuition total is INR 7.94 Lakhs.
| Semester Group | Program Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1st to 4th Semester, each semester | INR 1.98 Lakhs | INR 2,500 |
| Total for 4 semesters | INR 7.94 Lakhs | INR 10,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Total Tuition Fees: INR 7.94 Lakhs
- Total Examination Fees: INR 10,000
- Security/Caution Fee: INR 2,000, refundable
- Total Academic Fees: INR 8.06 Lakhs
MBA students should also check examination, security, uniform, hostel and other applicable charges. CUCET and eligible national-level examination scholarships may lower the tuition cost.
Chandigarh University MCA Fees 2026
MCA fees for 2026-27 range from INR 93,000 to INR 98,500 per semester. The 2-year program includes Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Computing & DevOps, Data Science and General MCA.
| MCA Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee per Semester | INR 93,000 to INR 98,500 |
| Examination Fee per Semester | INR 2,500 |
| Caution/Security Fee, one-time | INR 2,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Minimum Qualification: Graduation with at least 55% marks.
- Entrance Exam: Admission is through CUCET, subject to the applicable admission criteria.
- Scholarships: Eligible students may get scholarships through CUCET performance and applicable merit rules.
Chandigarh University MCA Specialization-wise Fees 2026
| Total Tuition Fees | Fee per Semester | MCA Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| INR 3.94 Lakhs | INR 98,500 | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning |
| INR 3.76 Lakhs | INR 94,000 | Cloud Computing & DevOps |
| INR 3.76 Lakhs | INR 94,000 | Data Science |
| INR 3.72 Lakhs | INR 93,000 | MCA - General |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Note: MCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning has the highest tuition fee at INR 98,500 per semester, while General MCA has the lowest fee at INR 93,000 per semester.
MCA Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Fees 2026
MCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning covers artificial intelligence, machine learning, data-driven technologies and industry-ready technical skills.
| Semester Group | Program Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1st to 4th Semester, each semester | INR 98,500 | INR 2,500 |
| Total for 4 semesters | INR 3.94 Lakhs | INR 10,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Total Tuition Fees: INR 3.94 Lakhs
- Total Examination Fees: INR 10,000
- Security/Caution Fee: INR 2,000, refundable
- Total Academic Fees: INR 4.06 Lakhs
For 2026-27, MCA tuition totals range from INR 3.72 Lakhs to INR 3.94 Lakhs. MCA AI & ML is the costliest listed option at INR 3.94 Lakhs, while General MCA is listed at INR 3.72 Lakhs. Examination, security, uniform, hostel and other charges may apply.
Chandigarh University Other PG Course Fees 2026
| Fee per Semester | Eligibility | Course |
|---|---|---|
| INR 84,000 | LLB with at least 50% marks | LLM |
| INR 42,000 to INR 82,000 | Graduation + applicable admission criteria | M.Sc |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
B.Pharm is among the higher-fee UG programs listed, while M.Sc and B.Sc (Hons.) have lower semester-wise fees in some specializations. Law options include LLB, LLM, BA LLB and BBA LLB. Students should include examination, security or caution fee, uniform, hostel and other charges while estimating the total cost.
Chandigarh University Hostel Fees 2026
Chandigarh University hostel fees depend on room type, occupancy and AC or non-AC facility. The domestic hostel fee in the 2026 structure ranges from INR 1.20 Lakhs to INR 2.20 Lakhs per year.
| Type of Accommodation | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| AC Rooms | ||
| 5 Seater AC, for Boys only | INR 1.50 Lakhs | $1,950 |
| 4 Seater AC, for Girls only | INR 1.65 Lakhs | $2,350 |
| 3 Seater AC, for Both | INR 1.80 Lakhs | $2,600 |
| 2 Seater AC, for Boys only | INR 2.08 Lakhs | $3,140 |
| 1 Seater AC, for Boys only | INR 2.20 Lakhs | $3,530 |
| Non-AC Rooms | ||
| 5 Seater Non-AC, for Both | INR 1.20 Lakhs | - |
| 4 Seater Non-AC, for Both | INR 1.35 Lakhs | $2,150 |
| 3 Seater Non-AC, for Both | INR 1.50 Lakhs | $2,350 |
| 2 Seater Non-AC, for Boys only | INR 1.80 Lakhs | $2,750 |
| 1 Seater Non-AC, for Boys only | INR 1.95 Lakhs | $3,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Chandigarh University Scholarship 2026
Chandigarh University gives eligible students a way to reduce tuition fees through entrance-based and merit-based scholarships. CUCET performance is used for scholarship benefits, subject to the applicable rules.
Chandigarh University CUCET Scholarship 2026
| CUCET- II Marks | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 90.01 - 100 | 100% |
| 80 - 90 | 50% |
| 70 - 79.99 | 40% |
| 60 - 69.99 | 30% |
| 50 - 59.99 | 25% |
| 40 - 49.99 | 15% |
| 30 - 39.99 | Eligible; no direct scholarship |
Candidates scoring 90.01% or above in CUCET-I may get a 100% scholarship, subject to university terms and conditions.
Chandigarh University Entrance-Based Scholarships 2026
Eligible B.Tech and MBA students can receive scholarships through national-level entrance exam scores, as per the scholarship rules.
JEE Main Scholarship for B.Tech Students
| JEE Main All India Rank | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| Up to 25,000 | 100% of Semester Fee |
| 25,001 - 50,000 | 75% of Semester Fee |
| 50,001 - 75,000 | 50% of Semester Fee |
| 75,001 - 1,00,000 | 20% of Semester Fee |
| 1,00,001 - 1,25,000 | 10% of Semester Fee |
MBA Scholarships Through CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA & XAT
| Entrance Exam | Rank/Percentile | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| CAT | ≥ 80% | 50% of Semester Fee |
| CAT | 75 - 79.99% | 25% of Semester Fee |
| CAT | 70 - 74.99% | 10% of Semester Fee |
| MAT / CMAT / ATMA / XAT | ≥ 90% | 25% of Semester Fee |
| MAT / CMAT / ATMA / XAT | 85 - 89.99% | 20% of Semester Fee |
Note: Entrance-based scholarships may not apply to some industry-collaborative programs.
Chandigarh University Scholarship Renewal Criteria 2026
- Maintain at least 7.5 CGPA.
- Keep a satisfactory academic record.
- Avoid disciplinary issues.
- Do not have backlogs, including E/F/I grades.
- Complete scholarship renewal every academic year.
If a student does not meet the renewal conditions, the scholarship may be stopped or revised under the applicable university rules.
CUCET can offer scholarships up to 100%. B.Tech and MBA students may also use eligible scores from JEE Main, CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA and XAT. Students should check course-wise eligibility, scholarship terms, renewal rules and whether the scheme applies to industry-collaborative programs before using the scholarship amount in their budget.
Chandigarh University Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. Should a student choose Chandigarh University CSE without a large scholarship?
Ans. It may be a good option if it matches the student's plans. Chandigarh University CSE has infrastructure, industry exposure, clubs and placement opportunities, but tuition, hostel, food and other costs can raise the budget. Students should compare the full cost with placements and other college choices.
Ques. Which costs should students add beyond the course fee at Chandigarh University?
Ans. Students should plan for hostel and mess, books, laptops, stationery, exam charges, travel, personal spending and recreation. Internships, certifications, projects and holiday travel can also add expenses, so a yearly budget is useful.
Ques. Is it difficult to keep the Chandigarh University scholarship with the 7.5 CGPA rule?
Ans. A 7.5 CGPA is generally possible with regular classes, steady study and timely assignments and practical work. Students do not need to be toppers, but they must stay consistent. Scholarship rules can change, so students should check the latest conditions.
Ques. Is staying in a Chandigarh University hostel cheaper than renting outside?
Ans. It depends on room choice and lifestyle. A hostel usually combines accommodation, mess, security and campus access, so the cost is easier to predict. Outside living may offer more freedom, but rent, food, electricity, internet and travel must be added before comparing.
Ques. How is the Chandigarh University fee structure arranged?
Ans. Chandigarh University fees change by course and specialization. Students may pay tuition fees along with examination charges, one-time security or caution fee, hostel fee and other applicable expenses.
Ques. Does Chandigarh University charge anything apart from tuition?
Ans. Yes. Based on the course, students may need to pay examination fees, security or caution fee, uniform charges, hostel fees and other academic or administrative charges.
Ques. Are scholarships available at Chandigarh University?
Ans. Yes. Chandigarh University offers scholarships through CUCET, academic merit and eligible national-level entrance exams. The percentage and eligibility depend on the scheme and course.
Ques. What is the MCA tuition fee at Chandigarh University?
Ans. In the 2026-27 fee structure, Chandigarh University MCA tuition ranges from INR 93,000 to INR 98,500 per semester. The total tuition fee depends on the specialization.
Ques. What is the total MBA tuition fee at Chandigarh University?
Ans. Chandigarh University MBA tuition changes by specialization. The listed two-year tuition range is INR 5.12 Lakhs to INR 7.94 Lakhs.
Ques. How much is the BE CSE tuition fee at Chandigarh University?
Ans. BE CSE tuition is INR 1.53 Lakhs per semester. For eight semesters, the tuition total is INR 12.24 Lakhs. Examination fees and applicable one-time charges are extra.
Ques. Is hostel fee part of the Chandigarh University course fee?
Ans. No. Hostel charges are usually separate from tuition and academic fees. The amount depends on occupancy and whether the room is AC or non-AC.
Ques. How can students lower their Chandigarh University fees?
Ans. Eligible students can reduce tuition through scholarships. CUCET-based scholarships can give major fee waivers, and B.Tech and MBA students may also get benefits through eligible national-level entrance exams.
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