Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh Admission Process
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Panjab University Admissions 2026
Panjab University & Other Entrance Exam Updates 2026
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Panjab University Chandigarh is accepting applications for the BBA+MBA integrated program 2026. The last date to apply is March 31, 2026, and the entrance test will be conducted on April 19, 2026.
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PU MET 2026 registration for MBA admission is open until April 10, 2026, and the entrance test will be held on April 12, 2026.
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NEET UG 2026 correction window is open until March 14, 2026 at neet.nta.nic.in. The exam will be conducted on May 3, 2026.
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PULEET 2026 registrations for BE/BTech (Lateral Entry) admissions are ongoing. The last date to apply is May 26, 2026, and the entrance exam will be held on June 14, 2026.
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The PU UG Law 2026 exam schedule has been released for BA LLB and BCom LLB (5-year integrated programs). Candidates can register until April 9, 2026, with the exam scheduled for April 26, 2026.
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PUTHAT 2026 registration deadline has been extended to May 1, 2026 at puthat.puchd.ac.in for BHMCT and BTTM admissions. The exam will take place on May 15, 2026.
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PU CET (UG) 2026 registrations are open until April 22, 2026 for admission to B.Sc (Hons) and B.Pharm programs. The entrance exam is scheduled for May 10, 2026.
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The GPAT 2026 exam has been successfully conducted. The answer key and response sheet will be released soon at natboard.edu.in.
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AILET 2026 fourth provisional merit list will be released on May 5, 2026 at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. The Round 4 fee payment window will remain open from May 5 to May 9, 2026.
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PUMEET 2026 registration for BE/BTech Lateral Entry is open until May 27, 2026, with the entrance exam scheduled for June 14, 2026.
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PU Chandigarh B.Ed Admission 2026 is open. Candidates can apply until June 30, 2026, and the entrance exam will be conducted on July 12, 2026.
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Panjab University Chandigarh has opened admissions for BA LLB and BCom LLB (5-year integrated programs) through the Migration Test. The last date to apply is October 6, 2026, and the exam will be held on October 18, 2026.
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Panjab University Chandigarh LLB Admission 2026 is ongoing. The application deadline is June 13, 2026 for regular admission and July 14, 2026 for migration. The entrance exams will be held on June 28, 2026 and July 26, 2026 (Migration Test).
Admissions at Panjab University are conducted through a series of entrance tests administered by the university. These include PU CET UG, PUCET PG, PU MET, PU LAW, PUTHAT, PULEET, MBAUSOL, PU MPhil, and PhD Entrance Test, which are used for admission to its diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across Arts, Business Management & Commerce, Design & Fine Arts, Education, Engineering & Technology, Languages, Law, Medical Sciences, and Science.
Panjab University offers several popular courses such as BE/BTech, MBA, B.Sc, and LLB. Admission to BE/BTech is based on the JEE Main examination followed by counselling, whereas MBA, B.Sc, and LLB admissions are determined through university-conducted entrance tests. Additionally, Panjab University accepts national-level entrance tests like NEET UG, NEET PG, NEET MDS, GPAT, etc., for various courses.
In addition to regular UG, PG, and doctoral programs, the university also provides PG Diploma, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and Certificate courses. For Diploma and Certificate courses, candidates need to have completed intermediate education, while PG Diploma programs require a graduation degree in relevant fields. Admission to these programs is based on the merit of the last qualifying examination.
Admissions at Panjab University typically occur between March and May each year. Interested candidates can apply for Panjab University courses online through the official website of the university – puchd.ac.in.
Panjab University Important Dates 2026
| Course / Program | Event | Date |
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| BBA–MBA Integrated Programme | Last date for online registration | March 31, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | April 19, 2026 | |
| BA/BCom LL.B. (Hons.) | Last date for online registration | April 9, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | April 26, 2026 | |
| PU-CET (UG) | Last date for online registration | April 22, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | May 10, 2026 | |
| MBA (PUTHAT) | Last date for online registration | May 1, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | May 15, 2026 | |
| B.E./B.Tech Lateral Entry (PUMEET) | Last date for online registration | May 27, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | June 14, 2026 | |
| B.E./B.Tech Lateral Entry (PULEET) | Last date for online registration | May 26, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | June 14, 2026 | |
| PU-CET (PG) | Last date for online registration | May 31, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | June 19, 20 & 21, 2026 | |
| LL.B | Last date for online registration | June 13, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | June 28, 2026 | |
| B.Ed. | Last date for online registration | June 30, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | July 12, 2026 | |
| MBA (CDOE) | Last date for online registration | July 4, 2026 |
| Entrance Exam | July 19, 2026 | |
| Ph.D. | Last date for online registration | August 27, 2026 |
| Entrance Test | September 13, 2026 | |
| BA/BCom LL.B. (Hons.) – Migration | Last date for online registration | October 6, 2026 |
| Migration Test | October 18, 2026 |
Panjab University Undergraduate Admission 2026
Panjab University offers a wide range of full-time undergraduate programs such as B.E., B.Com, B.Sc, B.A., BHMCT, B.Ed., LL.B., B.Pharm, B.Lib.Sc, and various integrated courses. Admission to these UG programs requires a 10+2 qualification with the prescribed minimum marks, and candidates are selected either through entrance examinations or on a merit basis, depending on the course.
Course Details
| Course | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Process |
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| Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) | Computer Science, Chemical, Electronics & Communication, Information Technology, Mechanical, Food Technology, Electrical & Electronics, Biotechnology | 10+2 with 75% | JEE Main / PULEET |
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | Psychology, Economics, Political Science, Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology, Geography | 10+2 | Merit-Based |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | General | 10+2 | Merit-Based |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) | — | 10+2 with 50% | PU CET |
| Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) | — | Graduation with 45% | PU LL.B Entrance Test |
Panjab University PG Admission 2026
Panjab University offers a wide range of postgraduate programs in management, arts, computer applications, law, and allied fields. Admissions for 2026 are conducted through entrance examinations or merit, depending on the specific course and its requirements.
PG Courses, Eligibility & Selection Criteria
| Course | Specializations / Duration | Eligibility | Selection Process |
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| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Hospital Management, International Business, Retail Management | Graduation with 50% | CAT |
| Master of Arts (MA) | Psychology, Journalism & Mass Communication, Economics, English, Political Science | Graduation | PU CET PG |
| MCA | — | Graduation | PU CET PG |
| Master of Laws (LL.M.) | — | LL.B with 50% | CLAT |
| M.Lib.I.Sc (Part-Time) | — | Graduation | Merit-Based |
| Advanced Diploma in Urdu (Part-Time) | — | 10+2 | Merit-Based |
