Panjab University, Chandigarh

Panjab University, Chandigarh Established in 1882, Leading University of India. Accredited A++ Grade by NAAC. Official page PU is one of the oldest Universities in India.

PU was Established in 1882 at Lahore (now in Pakistan). PU campus is spread over an area of 550 acres (2.2 km2) in sectors 14 and 25 of the city of Chandigarh. PU has 75 teaching and research departments and 15 Centers/Chairs for teaching and research at the main campus located at Chandigarh. PU has 188 affiliated colleges spread over Punjab and having one rural Regional Centre at Kauni, and 3 Reg

ional Centres at Muktsar, Ludhiana and Hoshiarpur. The University also has 4 Constituent Colleges located at Sikhwala (Sri Muktsar Sahib), Balachaur (SBS Nagar), Nihalsingh Wala (Moga) and Guru Harsahai (Ferozepur).

Day 1 of Panjab Universityโ€™s Combined Entrance Test (CET) for postgraduate courses recorded an impressive 91.17% attenda...
19/06/2026

Day 1 of Panjab Universityโ€™s Combined Entrance Test (CET) for postgraduate courses recorded an impressive 91.17% attendance.

A total of 2,768 candidates from across the country appeared for the examinations conducted at 10 centres in Chandigarh, Hoshiarpur, Ludhiana and Sri Muktsar Sahib.

Best wishes to all the candidates for their success and future academic journey.

Kesariya Rangatha won the hearts of the audience and received a standing ovation at a packed Studio Theatre.Presented by...
12/06/2026

Kesariya Rangatha won the hearts of the audience and received a standing ovation at a packed Studio Theatre.

Presented by the Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, and designed and directed by Dr. Navdeep Kaur, the play brought history and culture to life through music, dance, and powerful performances.

Setting an example through action, PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig participated alongside students and staff in a camp...
06/06/2026

Setting an example through action, PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig participated alongside students and staff in a campus-wide cleanliness drive.

Organised as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, the campaign reflects Panjab Universityโ€™s collective resolve to promote environmental responsibility and civic engagement.

Panjab University celebrated World Environment Day with widespread plantation drives, eco-pledges, and a cleanliness Plo...
06/06/2026

Panjab University celebrated World Environment Day with widespread plantation drives, eco-pledges, and a cleanliness Plog Run across hostels and academic blocks.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig planted a sapling at the South Campus and motivated the university community to undertake extensive plantation during the upcoming monsoon season.

Students participated in poster-making and slogan-writing competitions, while the PU NSS and NCC Wings raised awareness about energy conservation and waste management across the campus.

๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ท๐—ฎ๐—ฏ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ข๐—ฏ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐˜€ "๐—ฉ๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†"In alignment with the initiative of the Chandigarh Administration, Pa...
27/05/2026

๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ท๐—ฎ๐—ฏ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ข๐—ฏ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐˜€ "๐—ฉ๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†"

In alignment with the initiative of the Chandigarh Administration, Panjab University observed its "Vehicle Free Wednesday" drive across the Sector 14 and 25 campuses today.

The campus community collectively refrained from using personal vehicles, opting instead for eco-friendly campus shuttle buses and e-rickshaws.

Dedicated NSS volunteers actively sensitised visitors and peers, promoting environmental sustainability and reducing vehicular pollution.

Chandigarh NSS CleanAndGreen

Important UpdatePanjab University has declared a holiday on May 28, 2026, in place of May 27, 2026, on account of Id-ul-...
26/05/2026

Important Update

Panjab University has declared a holiday on May 28, 2026, in place of May 27, 2026, on account of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), as the festival will be observed on May 28.

The holiday will be observed in all Teaching/Non-Teaching Departments/Offices of Panjab University Campus and all P.U. Regional/Rural Centres/Constituent Colleges, and all affiliated colleges of Panjab University located in Punjab & U.T. Chandigarh.

Please note, all the examinations scheduled on May 28, 2026 by Panjab University have been postponed to June 5, 2026.


Results of PU-CET (U.G.) 2026 are out! Candidates can now check their scores at:https://results.puexam.inBest wishes to ...
26/05/2026

Results of PU-CET (U.G.) 2026 are out!

Candidates can now check their scores at:
https://results.puexam.in

Best wishes to all aspirants โœจ

Panjab University is leading a groundbreaking study under the government's Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF...
24/05/2026

Panjab University is leading a groundbreaking study under the government's Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to uncover the mysteries of the famous Iron Pillar of Delhi. Led by Professor Gaurav Verma, the PU research team is utilizing cutting-edge technologyโ€”including artificial intelligence (AI) and nanotechnologyโ€”to understand how this iconic monument has stood for over 1,600 years without a single trace of rust.
This true marvel of ancient engineering is being analyzed as part of a โ‚น15 crore national mission dedicated to protecting India's historic treasures. Through this project, Panjab University is bridging the gap between ancestral innovation and modern science, using yesterday's secrets to build better technology for tomorrow.



Panjab Universityโ€™s UIET has recorded a massive surge in engineering placements for the Batch of 2026.Placement Rate: 71...
23/05/2026

Panjab Universityโ€™s UIET has recorded a massive surge in engineering placements for the Batch of 2026.

Placement Rate: 71.5% (Up from 58.5% last year)
Highest Off-Campus Package: โ‚น39.52 LPA (An 80% jump)
Highest On-Campus Package: โ‚น21.93 LPA
Average Package: โ‚น8.74 LPA
319 Offers secured by 283 students across 100+ top companies.

Top Performing Branches:
CSE: 84.2% | IT: 81.6% | ECE: 65.7%

Congratulations to our students, faculty, and the placement cell for driving this incredible success. The drive is still underway.

๐Ÿ“ข Important Update for PU StudentsDue to the Election of Municipalities in Punjab, Panjab University has postponed all e...
22/05/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Important Update for PU Students

Due to the Election of Municipalities in Punjab, Panjab University has postponed all examinations scheduled for 26 May 2026.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ New Exam Date: 4 June 2026

Students are advised to check the University website regularly for further updates and notifications.

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