Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) Meerut is a state government university in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was set up in 1965 and is named after former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. The university is recognised by UGC and has been re-accredited by NAAC with Grade A++.

CCSU Meerut serves as the affiliating university for over 700 colleges in seven western Uttar Pradesh districts: Meerut, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Baghpat, Bijnor, Amroha, and Moradabad. In the NIRF State Public Universities 2025 list, the university holds the 41st rank with a score of 52.09.

The main campus covers 221.1 acres, including a built-up area of 37.40 acres. It offers 90+ programmes through 11 faculties and has over 12,000 seats. Meerut City Junction railway station is about 8 km away, and the Delhi-Meerut Expressway gives the campus easy access to the National Capital Region.

  • CCSU Meerut campus programme portfolio:
    • Arts and Humanities: BA, BA Hons in Economics, English, History, Hindi, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Sanskrit, Urdu, Yoga and Film Studies, MA in 16 specialisations, and MFA
    • Science and Technology: B.Sc Hons in 13 subjects, M.Sc in 20+ specialisations, B.Tech in 7 branches, M.Tech in 2 specialisations, and B.Pharma
    • Commerce and Management: B.Com Hons, BBA, MBA in 4 specialisations, and M.Com in 3 specialisations
    • Law: LLB 3-year, BA LLB 5-year Integrated, and LLM
    • Computer Applications: BCA and MCA in 2 specialisations
    • Other: BPEd, MPEd, MEd, BVoc, MJMC, MSW, B.Lib, M.Lib, PG Diplomas, and PhD in 20+ subjects

For major programmes, B.Sc Hons core science costs INR 1.29 Lakhs per year, B.Tech costs INR 3.69 Lakhs per year in all seven branches, and MBA costs INR 1.25 Lakhs per year. The total fee for government-aided BA regular is INR 36,200 for three years.

Eligible students can apply for UP Government scholarships, central sector scholarships, and AICTE scholarships. In the 2025 placement cycle, CCSU Meerut placed 776 students, including 323 UG and 453 PG students. The median UG package was INR 5.6 LPA, while the median PG package ranged from INR 6 to 7 LPA, as given in the NIRF 2025 submission.

Admission Update: CCSU Meerut UG admissions through CUET-UG for 2026-27 are in the final stage on the Samarth portal. B.Tech UPTAC 2026 stray vacancy rounds continue through September 2026. The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to begin with CUET-UG 2027 and JEE Main 2027 registrations in November to December 2026.

CCSU Meerut Admission Dates 2026 and 2027

CCSU Meerut uses different admission routes for different courses. UG courses are linked to CUET-UG and the Samarth portal, B.Tech uses UPTAC counselling, MBA and MCA use CUET-PG, and M.Tech uses CCMT counselling.

EventDate
CCSU Samarth Portal UG admission final rounds for 2026-27Through September 2026
UPTAC B.Tech 2026 stray vacancy roundsThrough September 2026
CUET-UG 2027 and JEE Main 2027 registration periodNovember to December 2026

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

CCSU Meerut Courses and Fees

CCSU Meerut has more than 90 programmes under 11 faculties. Government-aided courses have lower fees, while self-financing and professional courses follow higher fee structures set by CCSU and, for B.Tech, by AKTU rules.

Course FamilyDurationEligibilityFees
BA regular, aided3 yearsClass XII in any streamINR 36,200 total
BA Hons self-financing3 yearsClass XII, CUET-UGINR 84,510 to 1,76,185 per year
B.Sc Hons core science3 yearsClass XII PCM/PCB, CUET-UGINR 1,29,360 per year
B.Com Hons3 yearsClass XII Commerce or any stream, CUET-UGINR 1,06,110 per year
BBA regular3 yearsClass XII in any streamINR 1,50,700 total
LLB3 yearsBachelor’s degree, CUET-UGINR 1,10,185 per year
BA LLB Integrated5 yearsClass XII in any stream, CUET-UGINR 1,92,035 per year
B.Tech in 7 branches4 yearsClass XII PCM, JEE MainINR 3,69,000 per year
MBA campus2 yearsBachelor’s degree, CUET-PGINR 1,25,400 per year
M.Tech CSE / ECE2 yearsB.Tech/B.E., GATEINR 1,45,000 per year
MCA2 yearsBachelor’s degree with Maths, CUET-PGINR 1,17,000 per year
MA government-aided2 yearsRelevant UG degreeINR 5,420 per year
LLM2 yearsLLB, CCSU EntranceINR 85,260 per year

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

The B.Tech branches are Computer Science, Information Technology, ECE, Electronics and Instrumentation, Mechanical, Chemical, and Agricultural Engineering. CCSU Meerut offers B.Tech on its own campus along with arts, science, commerce, law, management, and professional courses.

CCSU Meerut Admission Process

Admission at CCSU Meerut depends on the course chosen by the student. CUET, JEE Main, GATE, university entrance tests, and the CCSU Samarth Portal are used for different programme groups. The university has no management quota for any programme.

Programme FamilyQualifying ExamCounselling Body
BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCACUET-UGCCSU Samarth Portal
B.Tech in 7 branchesJEE MainUPTAC, Uttar Pradesh
MBA, MCACUET-PGCCSU Portal
M.TechGATECCMT National
LLM, MEd, BPEd, MPEdCCSU Entrance TestCCSU direct
PhDCCSU PhD Entrance or UGC-NET / CSIR-NET exemptionCCSU direct

UG Admission (Arts, Science, Commerce)

For BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, and BCA, students apply through the CCSU Samarth Portal at ccsuniversityadm.samarth.edu.in. CUET-UG scores are used for most UG seats.

  • Eligibility: Class XII in the relevant stream with the required subjects
  • CUET-UG score is needed for all UG admissions except aided BA, where some seats may use a merit-based process
  • Application fee: INR 600 for General/OBC/EWS and INR 300 for SC/ST/PwD
  • UP state reservation rules apply: OBC 27%, SC 21%, ST 2%, and EWS 10%

CUET-UG scores and subject combinations decide the cut-offs. BA Hons in Economics and History usually receives higher demand. B.Sc Hons in Biotechnology and Forensic Science are also popular science options on campus.

B.Tech Admission

B.Tech seats at the CCSU campus are filled through UPTAC, which uses JEE Main scores. All seven branches are allotted through this state counselling route.

  • Eligibility: Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and at least 45% aggregate marks
  • A valid JEE Main score is compulsory
  • UPTAC manages choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification

MBA, MCA, and M.Tech Admission

MBA and MCA admission is based on CUET-PG scores through the CCSU portal. M.Tech admission is done through CCMT national counselling with GATE scores. MBA needs a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks. M.Tech needs a relevant B.Tech/B.E. degree with at least 60% marks and a valid GATE score.

Law and Professional Programme Admissions

LLB 3-year and BA LLB 5-year admissions are based on CUET-UG. LLM and MEd use the CCSU entrance test held through entrance.ccsuforms.in. BPEd and MPEd also follow the CCSU entrance test route.

CCSU Meerut Placements

In the 2025 placement cycle, CCSU Meerut placed 776 students, as reported in its NIRF 2025 submission. This included 323 UG students and 453 PG students. The median package was INR 5.6 LPA for UG 3-year programmes, INR 6 LPA for PG 2-year programmes, and INR 7 LPA for PG 3-year programmes.

Most campus placement activity comes from Technology and Management courses such as B.Tech, MBA, and MCA. B.Tech CSE and IT students receive offers from IT services and product companies. MBA students are placed in FMCG, banking, and operations roles. Law graduates mainly move toward judiciary preparation, UPSC, and legal practice instead of campus placement.

Metric2025 Data (NIRF submission)
Total students placed776 (323 UG + 453 PG)
Median UG 3-year packageINR 5.6 LPA
Median PG 2-year packageINR 6 LPA
Median PG 3-year packageINR 7 LPA

Because CCSU Meerut has a network of 700+ affiliated colleges, many students with CCSU degrees study in affiliated institutions. Campus placements mainly cover students enrolled in university departments such as B.Tech, MBA, MCA, and selected science PG programmes.

CCSU Meerut Rankings

CCSU Meerut is placed 41st among State Public Universities in India by NIRF 2025 with a score of 52.09. Its NAAC A++ re-accreditation places it among the highly accredited state universities in India.

Ranking / Accreditation BodyCategory2025 Rank / Status
NIRFState Public Universities41 (Score: 52.09)
NAACUniversity accreditationGrade A++ (re-accredited)

CCSU Meerut Scholarships

CCSU Meerut students can apply for central and state government scholarships. Since it is a state government university, eligible campus students can also access UGC-funded fellowships and Central Sector Scholarships.

ScholarshipEligibilityCoverage
Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS)Class XII marks above 80th percentile, family income below INR 8 LakhsINR 10,000 per year for UG and INR 20,000 per year for PG
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)SC or ST students in any programmeFull fee reimbursement plus maintenance as per GoI norms
UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/EWS)OBC/EWS students domiciled in Uttar PradeshTuition fee reimbursement as per state norms
UGC Research Fellowship (PhD)PhD students admitted through UGC-NET or CSIR-NETINR 31,000 to INR 35,000 per month
AICTE Pragati (B.Tech girl students)Girl students in AICTE-approved B.Tech programmes, parental income below INR 8 LakhsINR 30,000 per year

Applications for scholarships are handled through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and the UP government Adi Dravidar Welfare portal. The university scholarship committee helps with document checking and fund disbursal.

CCSU Meerut Campus and Infrastructure

The CCSU Meerut campus is spread over 221.1 acres, with 37.40 acres of built-up area. It is located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, about 8 km from Meerut City Junction railway station and close to the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. Academic facilities include 164 classrooms and 85 laboratories across departments.

The central research facility is the Raja Mahendra Pratap Library, which has books, journals, and digital resources. The university has 7 hostels, including 3 boys’ hostels, 2 girls’ hostels, and 1 sports hostel. Sports facilities include a gymnasium, indoor stadium, tennis courts, and a wrestling stadium.

Other campus facilities include an auditorium, seminar halls, a guest house, and a medical centre. CCSU Meerut also runs NCC, NSS, and cultural activity units. The engineering faculty has separate labs for CSE, ECE, and Mechanical streams.

CCSU Meerut vs DBRAU Agra vs MJP Rohilkhand University Bareilly

Students from western Uttar Pradesh who appear for CUET-UG or CUET-PG often compare CCSU Meerut with Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University (DBRAU) Agra and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJP RU) Bareilly. All three are UGC-recognised state government universities in Uttar Pradesh and have affiliated college networks in their regions.

ParameterCCSU MeerutDBRAU AgraMJP RU Bareilly
Established196519271975
LocationMeerutAgraBareilly
NAAC GradeA++A+A
NIRF 2025 (State Public Univ.)41 (Score 52.09)Not in top 50Not in top 50
Affiliated Colleges700+400+300+
B.Tech on CampusYes, 7 branchesNoYes
Law FacultyYes, LLB, BA LLB, LLMYesYes
PhD Programmes20+ subjectsMultiple subjectsMultiple subjects

Among these three universities, CCSU Meerut has the highest NAAC grade and the strongest NIRF position. It also has the largest affiliated college network in western Uttar Pradesh. DBRAU Agra is the oldest option and is more suitable for students from Agra, Mathura, and the Braj region. MJP RU Bareilly serves the Rohilkhand region, while CCSU is a major choice for students from the Meerut-NCR belt.

CCSU Meerut FAQs

Ques. Where does CCSU Meerut stand in NIRF 2025?

Ans. CCSU Meerut is ranked 41st among State Public Universities in India by NIRF 2025. Its score is 52.09. The university also has NAAC Grade A++, which is the highest NAAC grade for Indian universities.

Ques. What route is used for B.Tech admission at CCSU Meerut?

Ans. CCSU Meerut fills B.Tech seats through UPTAC state counselling based on JEE Main scores. The seven branches are CSE, IT, ECE, Electronics and Instrumentation, Mechanical, Chemical, and Agricultural Engineering. Since CCSU is a government university, it does not offer management quota seats.

Ques. What placement figures has CCSU Meerut reported?

Ans. According to NIRF 2025 data, CCSU Meerut placed 776 students in the 2025 cycle. The median package was INR 5.6 LPA for UG 3-year programmes and INR 6 LPA for PG 2-year programmes. B.Tech, MBA, and MCA students form the main share of campus placements.

Ques. What is the size of CCSU Meerut’s affiliated college network?

Ans. CCSU Meerut has over 700 affiliated colleges across seven districts of western Uttar Pradesh. These districts are Meerut, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Baghpat, Bijnor, Amroha, and Moradabad. The main campus offers 90+ programmes with 12,000 seats through 11 faculties.

Ques. How much does B.Tech cost at CCSU Meerut?

Ans. The B.Tech fee at CCSU Meerut is INR 3.69 Lakhs per year for every engineering branch. The fee does not change by specialisation. Government-aided non-engineering courses have much lower fees, such as BA aided, which costs INR 36,200 in total for three years.

Ques. Are hostels available at CCSU Meerut?

Ans. Yes, CCSU Meerut has 7 hostels on campus. These include 3 boys’ hostels, 2 girls’ hostels, and 1 sports hostel. Rooms have basic facilities. The available fee data does not list current hostel charges online, so students should check the latest amount with the university hostel administration.

Ques. Is CUET required for CCSU Meerut admission?

Ans. CUET is used for many CCSU Meerut admissions. UG courses such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, and LLB use CUET-UG, while MBA and MCA use CUET-PG. B.Tech admission is through JEE Main and UPTAC. M.Tech uses GATE through CCMT. LLM, MEd, and BPEd follow the CCSU entrance test.

Ques. Which NAAC grade has CCSU Meerut received?

Ans. CCSU Meerut has received NAAC Grade A++, the highest grade awarded by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. The university is also UGC-recognised under sections 2(f) and 12B.