University Name

Chandigarh University

University Type

Private University

Established

2012

Motto

Discover. Learn. Empower.

Location

Mohali (Gharuan), Punjab, India

Approval

UGC | NAAC | UGC-DEB | AIU | AICTE | BCI | PCI | COA | NCTE | ICAR | NCHMCT | NIRF |

Notification Date

April 15, 2026

Application Start

April 20, 2026

Application Last Date

June 15, 2026

Online Entrance Exam

June 28, 2026 (Sunday)

Entrance Exam Result

July 04, 2026

Interview Date

July 10 – July 13, 2026

Final List Selected Candidate

July 20, 2026

Last Date of Admission

July 31, 2026

Online

Online Application Submission

CU PhD Entrance Test (CUPET)

Shortlisting of Candidates Based on Entrance Score

Interview and Research Proposal Presentation

Preparation of Final Merit List

Document Verification

Admission Confirmation and Fee Payment

Full-Time

Part-Time

Full-Time

3 years to 6 years

Part-Time

4 years to 7 years

PhD Full-Time Eligibility

55% marks in Master’s Degree

PhD Part-Time Eligibility

55% marks in Master’s Degree

10th Marksheet and Certificate

12th Marksheet and Certificate

Bachelor’s Degree Marksheet and Certificate

Master’s Degree Marksheet and Certificate

Migration Certificate

Transfer Certificate

Character Certificate

Category Certificate (if applicable)

Work Experience Certificate (for Part-Time PhD)

NET / JRF / GATE / SLET Certificate (if applicable)

Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / PAN)

Passport Size Photographs

Research Proposal / Statement of Purpose

10th Marksheet and Certificate

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Computer Applications

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Physics

Computer Science Engineering

Mass-Communication

Tourism and Hospitality Management

English

Psychology

Zoology

Botany

Nutrition & Dietetics

Commerce

Education

Optometry

Forensic Science

Economics

Physical Education

Biotech

Chemistry

Business Management

Mathematics

Civil Engineering

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Law

Architecture

Physiotherapy

Medical Lab Technology

Microbiology

Emerging Technologies & Intelligent Systems

Entrance Exam Fee

₹1,100 (Non-refundable)

Registration Fee

₹10,000 (One-time at admission)

Security Deposit

₹5,000 (One-time)

Course Fee Semester (Full Time)

₹ 70,000

Course Fee Semester (Part Time)

₹ 70,000

Exam Fee

₹2,500 (Per semester)

DRC Fee

Included in Coursework/Registration

Thesis Submission Fee

₹25,000 (One-time)

Extension Fee

₹10,000 – ₹20,000 (Per semester after 3 years)

Viva Fee

Included in Thesis Submission Fee

Name

Chandigarh University

Account Number

CETCUIU513508

IFSC

HDFC0000240

Bank Name

HDFC Bank

Branch

MICR Code

Swift Code

Registration Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Course Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Coursework Exam Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

DRC Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Thesis Submission Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Extension Fee

NEFT/ RTGS/ IMPS/ Cash Deposit/ Bank Gateway

Written Test will comprise of two types of questions.

50% questions on research aptitude

50% questions on respective subject

PhD Admission Portal

Admission Dashboard

International Admissions

PhD Entrance Exam Registration

Entrance Exam

Interview and Research Proposal

Registration and Admission Process

Course-work and Exam

DRC and Synopsis Submission

Supervise Allotment  

Conference and Research Paper Publication

Progress Report Submitted

Thesis Pre-Submission

Thesis Submission

Thesis Evaluation

Viva-Voce and Convocation