Chitkara University offers B.E., BCA, B.Arch., BBA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.A., B.Physio, B.Optom, B.Pharma, Pharm.D., BFA, and B.Des. courses at the UG level. Chitkara University offers M.E, M.Sc., MBA, MCA, M.Pharma, M.Physio, M.Optom, B.Ed., and M.A. courses at the PG level. The university also offers Ph.D. courses in 8 specializations at the research level.
- For B.E., applicants must have completed 10+2 with physics, chemistry, and mathematics with at least 60% marks.
- Admission to BE will be done based on JEE Main scores.
- For B.Arch, applicants must have completed 10+2 with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Admission to B.Arch will be done based on scores in the NATA or the JEE Main Paper 2.
- For B.Physio and B.Optom, the applicants must have completed the 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects and a minimum of 50% marks.
- Admission to BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc., B.Physio, B.Optom, B.Pharma, Pharm.D. courses will be done on the basis of merit and performance in a personal interview.
- For the B.Des course, seats will be allotted on the basis of UCEED scores and performance in a personal interview.
- Admission to BFA, B.Des Game Design, B.Sc (Animation and Interior Design) is done based on CUDAT.
For more details, read the article below.
Table of Contents
- Chitkara University Admission 2025 Important Dates
- Chitkara University B.E. & B.Arch Admission 2025
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Chitkara University UG Admission 2025 BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, B.Des & BA
- Chitkara University UG Admission 2025 B.Sc (Nursing), B.Optom, B.Pharm & Pharm.D
- Chitkara University PG Admission 2025 ME, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Pharm, M.Optom, B.Ed & MA
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Chitkara University Ph.D. Admission 2025
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Chitkara University Application Process 2025
- Chitkara University Admission 2025 FAQs
Chitkara University Admission 2025 Important Dates
Some important dates for Chitkara University Admission 2025 are-
| Event |
Date |
| BE |
| JEE-Main counseling |
Jun 03, 2025 - Jul 28, 2025 |
| MBA |
| MAT Registration Date |
Jun 18, 2025 - Jul 14, 2025 |
| MAT Admit Card |
Jul 17, 2025 |
| MAT Exam Date |
Jul 20, 2025 |
| MAT Result |
Jul 24, 2025 |
| NMAT 2025 Registration Date |
Aug 01, 2025 - Oct 10, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date |
Nov 30, 2025 |
| XAT Registration Timeline |
Jul 15, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 |
| NMAT 2025 Exam Date |
Nov 05, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025 |
| XAT Admit Card Availability |
Dec 20, 2025 |
| XAT Exam Date |
Jan 04, 2026 |
Chitkara University B.E. & B.Arch Admission 2025
Chitkara University offers a B.E. in six specializations and a B.Arch at the UG level.
Candidates applying to the B.E. course must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 60% marks. Candidates who have a three-year diploma are eligible to apply for the B.E. Lateral Entry.
Candidates applying to the B.Arch course must have completed 10+2 with Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 45% marks.
Admission to the B.E. course will be based on JEE Main scores. Admission to the B.Arch course will be done based on NATA or JEE Main (Paper 2) scores.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| B.E. |
Computer Science Engineering |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and minimum 60% marks. |
JEE Main |
| Electronics and Computer Engineering |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering |
| Electrical Engineering |
| Civil Engineering |
| Mechatronics Engineering |
| B.Arch |
- |
10+2 with English and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 45% marks. |
NATA/JEE Main (Paper 2). |
Key Points:
- Candidates who have a three-year Diploma in a relevant field, with 50% marks, are eligible to apply for the second year of the B.E. course through lateral entry.
- Candidates who have a three-year Diploma in architecture with 45% marks are also eligible to apply for the B.Arch course.
Chitkara University UG Admission 2025 BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, B.Des & BA
Chitkara University offers the BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, B.Des., and B.A. courses at the UG level. The B.Des. course is offered in 3 specializations. The university also offers a BCA-MCA integrated program to candidates.
Candidates who have completed 10+2 from any stream with 50% marks are eligible to apply for the BCA, BBA, or B.Com. and Integrated MCA courses. Candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination are eligible to apply for the BFA, B.Des., and BA courses.
Admission to the BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, BA, and BCA-MCA courses will be done on the basis of performance in the 10+2 examination and performance in the personal interview conducted by the university. Admission to B.Des Animation and Interior Design will be allotted based on UCEED scores. Admission to B.Des Game Design and BFA will be given on the basis of CUDAT.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| BCA |
- |
10+2 from any stream with 50% marks. |
Merit in 10+2 examination, followed by a performance in a personal interview |
| BBA |
- |
| B.Com |
General |
| International Finance & Accounting (IFA) |
| BFA |
Applied Art |
Passed 10+2 from any stream. |
CUDAT |
| BA |
Journalism and Mass Communication |
Merit in 10+2 examination, followed by a performance in a personal interview |
| B.Des. |
Animation |
UCEED |
| Interior Design |
| Game Design |
CUDAT |
| Integrated MCA |
- |
10+2 examination in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks |
Merit in 10+2 examination, followed by performance in a personal interview |
Key Points:
- The personal interview round will be conducted by the University.
- The marks in the 10+2 final examination will not be rounded off to determine minimum eligibility; for example, 59.99% will not be considered equal to 60%.
- If two or more candidates have equal marks in the 10+2 examination, then the marks of the next lower examination will be considered. In case there is any further tie, then seniority in age will be given preference while shortlisting.
Chitkara University UG Admission 2025 B.Sc (Nursing), B.Optom, B.Pharm & Pharm.D
Chitkara University offers the B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D courses at the UG level. The B.Sc. course is offered in 8 specializations.
Candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination are eligible to apply for the B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D courses. For B.Optometry, B.Physiotherapy, and B.Sc. Nursing, candidates must have passed Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects in the 10+2 examination.
Admission to the B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D courses will be done on the basis of merit in the 10+2 examination and based on performance in the personal interview conducted by the university. Admission to the B.Sc. in Animation and Interior Design will be given on the basis of CUDAT.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| B.Sc. |
Allied Healthcare |
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology / Mathematics as compulsory subjects. |
Merit in 10+2 examination and performance in personal interview |
| Nursing (Basic) |
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects. |
| Post Basic Nursing |
Passed 10+2 with a certificate in general Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) |
| Hospitality Administration |
Passed 10+2 from any stream. |
| Culinary Arts |
| Culinary Arts – Bakery and Pastry Art Management |
| Animation |
CUDAT |
| Interior Design |
| B.Physio |
- |
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects. |
Merit in 10+2 examination and performance in personal interview |
| B.Optom |
- |
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology / Mathematics as compulsory subjects. |
| B.Pharm |
- |
Completed 10+2 with minimum 50% marks |
| Pharm.D |
- |
Key Points:
- For B.Sc. Post Basic Nursing, applicants are required to have registered as R.N.R.M. with the State Nurses Registration Council.
- For B.Pharm (Practice), applicants must have passed the Diploma in Pharmacy course, be registered pharmacists, and have a minimum of four years of pharmacy practice.
Chitkara University PG Admission 2025 ME, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Pharm, M.Optom, B.Ed & MA
Chitkara University offers M.E. in four specializations, M.Sc. in three specializations, MBA in eleven specializations, MCA, M.Pharma, M.Physiotherapy, M.Optometry, B.Ed. and M.A. courses at the PG level.
For all the PG programs, candidates who have a Bachelor’s degree from a relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply.
Admission to the MBA course will be done on the basis of scores in the CAT / XAT / NMAT / MAT / CMAT and performance in the group discussion and personal interview.
Admission to the remaining PG courses will be done on the basis of scores obtained in the entrance test and performance in personal interviews, both of which will be conducted by the University.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| MBA |
Marketing |
Graduation from any stream with a minimum of 50% marks |
Scores in CAT / MAT / NMAT / XAT / CMAT and performance in group discussion and personal interview. |
| Banking and Finance |
| Financial Market Practices |
| Human Resource Management |
| Heath care Management |
| Health Information Technology |
| Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
| Sales and Retail Marketing |
| Pharmaceutical Management |
| Insurance and Financial Planning |
| Business Analytics |
| ME |
Computer Science and Engineering |
BE / BTech (Electronics / Electrical / CSE / IT) or MSc (CS) / MSc (IT) or MCA with 60% marks |
Scores in entrance test and performance in personal interviews conducted by the university |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering |
BE / BTech (Electronics / Electrical / CSE / IT) or MSc (CS) / MSc (IT) / M.Sc. (Electronics) or MCA with 60% marks |
| Construction Technology and Management |
B.E. / B.Tech / AMIE in Civil Engineering with 60% marks and cleared GATE |
| Mechanical Engineering |
B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks. |
| M.Sc. |
Mathematics |
B.Sc (Hons. in Mathematics) / B.Sc. / B.Tech with Mathematics as one of the subjects with 50% marks |
| Physics |
B.Sc (Hons. in Physics) / B.Sc. with 50% marks |
| Actuarial Science and Analytics |
B.Sc. with 50% marks |
| MCA (Lateral Entry) |
- |
Graduation in BCA / B.Sc. (IT) / B.Sc. Computer Science with 55% marks and passed 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory subject. |
| M.Pharm |
- |
B.Pharmacy with 50% marks. |
| M.Optom |
- |
B.Optometry with 50% marks |
| M.Physio |
- |
BPT with minimum 50% marks and 6 months of rotatory internship |
| M.A. |
Journalism and Mass Communication |
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| B.Ed. |
- |
Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate |
Key Points:
- Candidates applying to the M.E. in Construction Technology and Management must have cleared GATE.
- Candidates with a CGPA of 6 out of 10 in their UG course will also be considered eligible to apply for the M.E. course.
- Candidates who have 2 years of work experience in industry/teaching and who are presently employed in industry/teaching are also eligible to apply for the M.E. courses in Computer Science and Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- The entrance test and personal interviews will be conducted by the University.
- Candidates who have passed BPT through correspondence or distance education are not eligible to apply for the M.Physiotherapy course.
Chitkara University Ph.D. Admission 2025
Chitkara University also offers Ph.D. programs in various disciplines at the doctoral level. A master’s degree in the related discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate is the minimum eligibility criterion for admission.
Admission is granted on the basis of a university-based entrance test followed by an interview. Candidates with a valid score in CAT for Business Management, GPAT for Pharmaceutical Sciences/ CSIR NET/ UGC NET, or equivalent are exempted from the university-based entrance. Such candidates have to appear in the interview round only.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Eligibility Criteria |
Selection Criteria |
| Ph.D. |
Business Management |
Master’s degree with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/ DA) from a recognized university |
Score in the university-based entrance test or any other national-level entrance test (GPAT/ UGC-NET/ CSIR-NET), followed by a personal interview |
| Computer Science & Engineering |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Applied Sciences |
| Health Sciences |
| Education |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences |
Master’s degree with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/DA) from a recognized university, along with two years of executive/managerial/academic experience |
Chitkara University Ph.D. Application Process
Download the application form from the official website of Chitkara University. Fill out the application form and send it to the admission office along with the application fee of INR 2100.
Chitkara University Application Process 2025
The application form for all the courses offered by Chitkara University can be filled out in three ways, as discussed below:
Online Application:
- Visit the official website of Chitkara University.
- Fill out the application form and pay the application fee online.
- Save and submit the application form for future reference.
Offline Application:
- Download the application form from the official website of Chitkara University. OR purchase the application form from the Chitkara Information Centers.
- Send the duly filled application form along with the application fee of INR 1100 in the form of a demand draft drawn in favor of ‘Chitkara University, payable at Chandigarh,’ a passport-size photo, and required documents to:
Chitkara University Admission Office
SCO 160-161, Sector 9-C, Chandigarh 160 009
Documents required to be attached to the application form:
- 10th & 12th standard marks sheet
- Certificate and marks sheet of graduation (for PG programs)
- Migration certificate from the board/university last attended
- Rank card of the qualifying examination; if the result is not declared, then the admit card of the examination can be submitted. (Wherever applicable)
- Copy of Aadhar Card
- Character Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Reserve category certificate, if applicable
- An affidavit signed by the executive magistrate/notary public is required in case of a gap in the studies for not being involved in any criminal activities during the gap period
Note: Candidates need to bring a photocopy of the application form and original certificates at the time of counseling.
Chitkara University Admission 2025 FAQs
Ques. What is the reservation criteria at Chitkara University?
Ans. The reservation criteria at Chitkara University are as follows:
- 25% of the seats are reserved for bona fide candidates of Himachal Pradesh.
- 15% of seats are exclusively reserved for candidates of Punjab .
- Seats to SC, ST, OBC, Physically Handicapped, and others are allocated as per the State Government Policy.
Ques. Which is better, CGC Landran or Chitkara University?
Ans. Here are some highlights about both the institutions:
- The faculties of Chitkara University are well educated, perfectly informed, and dedicated to their service.
- The overall education module of Chitkara University is meant to focus more on personality development and industrial standards, which help tons in placement and future careers.
- There is no management quota or donation system for admissions to Chitkara University, unlike CGC which provides admission on 1 lakh capitation fees.
- There is a variety of defence personnel within the administration at Chitkara University, which makes it simpler and stricter.
- Chitkara University has a strong placement cell with a lot of tie-ups and collaborations with big companies and provides tons of opportunities in placement.
Ques. How can I get admitted to Chitkara University?
Ans. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria of the respective field they are applying to will have to visit the official site of Chitkara University to apply for admission, and they can even visit the campus to submit the documents.
Ques. What is the minimal application eligibility for the PG Courses at the Chitkara University?
Ans. A candidate must have at least 50% marks in their Bachelor’s degree in any discipline to apply for Chitkara University PG courses.
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