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Panjab University vs Chandigarh University

A side-by-side look at Panjab University in Chandigarh, Chandigarh and Chandigarh University in Mohali, Punjab: fees, top packages, NIRF rank and courses.

At a glance

DetailPanjab UniversityChandigarh University
LocationChandigarh, ChandigarhMohali, Punjab
TypeGovernmentPrivate
Course fee range₹50k – ₹3.8L₹1.7L – ₹13.6L
Highest package₹80 LPA₹1.7 Cr
NIRF 2025#35 (University)#19 (University)
Programmes listed1251
AISHE codeU-0078U-0747
UGC list of universitiesListedListed

Fees and packages are as each college listed them in the Disha Stars directory; NIRF ranks are from NIRF 2025. Confirm them with the college before you apply.

How they differ

  • Listed course fees start lower at Panjab University: from ₹50k, against ₹1.7L at Chandigarh University.
  • Chandigarh University lists the higher top package: ₹1.7 Cr, against ₹80 LPA at Panjab University.
  • Both are in NIRF 2025: Chandigarh University is ranked #19 (University), Panjab University #35 (University).
  • Panjab University is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh and Chandigarh University is in Mohali, Punjab.
  • Panjab University lists 12 programmes and Chandigarh University lists 51; 12 of the degrees on Disha Stars are offered at both.

Courses

Degrees each college lists that you can search on Disha Stars.

Offered at both (12)

Only at Chandigarh University (12)

Questions

Which is better, Panjab University or Chandigarh University?

It depends on the course you want, your budget and where you want to study. Panjab University lists lower starting fees, Chandigarh University lists the higher top package, and Chandigarh University ranks higher in NIRF 2025. Compare the fee and placements for your course, not the college-wide figures.

Which has lower fees, Panjab University or Chandigarh University?

Listed course fees: Panjab University ₹50k – ₹3.8L, Chandigarh University ₹1.7L – ₹13.6L. Fees differ by course, so confirm the fee for your course with each college.

Which has the higher placement package?

Highest package listed: Panjab University ₹80 LPA, Chandigarh University ₹1.7 Cr. A highest package is one offer; ask both colleges for the median package of your course.

Where are Panjab University and Chandigarh University?

Panjab University is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh and Chandigarh University is in Mohali, Punjab.

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