PEC Chandigarh Releases Fee Structure 2026; Check Tuition and Other Fees Here

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Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University), Chandigarh, has announced its revised PhD (Doctorate) fee structure for the January 2026 intake. The newly released academic brochure reveals that the total academic fee for its doctoral programmes will range between ₹1.06 lakh and ₹1.72 lakh.

According to the institute’s official admission information, this fee band applies across different PhD specializations. The lower end of the range, ₹1.06 lakh, has been confirmed for typical engineering and science disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering. Higher-cost programmes may reach up to ₹1.72 lakh.

PEC’s PhD admissions for the January 2026 session are primarily based on interview and/or written tests (such as GATE, NET), depending on the department’s criteria. Once selected, candidates are required to pay the specified fees for the PhD programme.

PEC’s PhD Fee Structure 2026

Direct Link: PEC’s PhD Fee Structure 2026 Official PDF

As per the earlier editions of PEC’s PhD brochure, the fee structure includes several components. For instance, there is a one-time admission fee of ₹5,000, along with a student service fee of ₹6,000, and a refundable security deposit of ₹8,000. Additionally, regular full-time PhD students paid academic fees of ₹11,500 per semester, plus ₹3,000 per semester for “other facilities and services” in previous years’ brochures.

PEC’s leadership emphasizes that this revised fee structure aims to remain competitive and fair for research scholars, while supporting the institute’s mission to foster high-quality, principle-based scientific research.

The university also notes that fee components are subject to revision over time, depending on institute's policy. Prospective PhD students should carefully check the detailed fee breakdown, as the total payable amount may vary depending on their chosen department and any additional fees.

This update comes as PEC Chandigarh continues to expand its doctoral programmes across a wide array of disciplines, including engineering, sciences, humanities, and management.

Candidates are advised to refer to the official January 2026 PhD brochure on the PEC Chandigarh website for full details.

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