Chitkara University Admission 2022: Registration, Dates, Eligibility Criteria
Saurav Anand
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January 7, 2022
Chitkara University was founded in 2002 and is based in Chandigarh, Punjab. At the undergraduate level, the University provides B.E., BCA, B.Arch, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc., B.A., B.Physio, B.Optom, B.Pharma, Pharm.D, BFA, and B.Des. programmes. At the postgraduate level, Chitkara University provides M.E, M.Sc., MBA, MCA, M.Pharma, M.Physio, M.Optom, B.Ed, and M.A programmes. At the Research level, the University also provides Ph.D. courses in eight specialisations.
- Applicants for B.E must have finished 10+2 with at least 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Admission to BE would be based on JEE Main results.
- Applicants for B.Arch must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics and English as obligatory courses with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Admission to the B.Arch programme would be based on NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 marks.
- Applicants for B.Physio and B.Optom must have completed a 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as primary subjects with a minimum of 50 percent marks.
- Admission to BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc., B.Physio, B.Optom, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D. programmes will be based on merit and performance in a personal interview.
- Seats for the B.Des course will be assigned based on UCEED results and performance in the personal interview.
- CUDAT is used to determine admission to BFA, B.Des Game Design, and B.Sc (Animation and Interior Design).
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% marks to apply for the respective PG programmes.
- Admission to ME and M.Pharm will be based on the results of an entrance exam and a personal interview, both of which will be performed by the University.
- Admission to MBA programmes will be based on CAT / MAT / NMAT / XAT / CMAT results, as well as performance in the group discussion and personal interview rounds. Candidates who are interested should be aware that registration for the NMAT and XAT has begun and will expire on November 10 and November 30, respectively.
- Seats for M.Sc., MCA, M.Physio, M.Optom, and B.Ed. courses will be assigned based on performance in the Bachelor’s degree qualifying test and performance in the personal interview.
- Admission to the Ph.D. programme is based on a university-based entrance exam followed by an interview. Scores from GATE/ GPAT/ CSIR-NET/ UGC-NET or comparable national level exams are also acceptable.
Highlight Table
| Name of the University | Chitkara University |
| University Type | Private |
| Basic Admission Criteria | Entrance test / Merit based |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Name of the Entrance Test | B.E. – JEE Main |
| B.Arch. – NATA / JEE Main Paper 2 | |
| B.Des. – UCEED | |
| MBA – CAT / MAT / NMAT / XAT / CMAT | |
| Counselling | National Level |
Chitkara University Important Dates 2021 (2022 Tentative dates are yet to release)
| Entrance Name | Exam Date |
| CAT | November 28, 2021 |
Important Dates [the year 2021]
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NATA 1st and 2nd Test | Aug 1, 2021; Aug 29, 2021 |
| Last Date to Register for NMAT | Nov 10, 2021 |
| NMAT Exam Delivery | Oct 14, 2021 - Dec 27, 2021 |
| Last Date to Register for XAT | Nov 30, 2021 |
| XAT Test Date | Jan 2, 2022 |
| CAT Test Date | Nov 28, 2021 |
| Last Date to Apply for Ph.D. Admission 2021 | Oct 15, 2021 |
Chitkara University B.E & B.Arch Admission 2022
At the undergraduate level, Chitkara University provides B.E. in six specialities and B.Arch.
Candidates seeking for the B.E. programme must have finished 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as obligatory courses with a minimum grade point average of 60%. Candidates with a three-year diploma may apply for the B.E. Lateral Entry.
Candidates for the B.Arch programme must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics and English as obligatory courses with a minimum of 50% marks.
Admission to the B.E. programme will be based on JEE Main results. Admission to the B.Arch programme will be based on NATA or JEE Main (Paper 2) marks.
| ourse 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 minimum 50% marks. | NATA / JEE Main (Paper 2). |
Chitkara University UG Admission 2022: BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, B.Des & BA
At the undergraduate level, Chitkara University provides BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, B.Des, and B.A. programmes. The B.Des. Course is available in three specialties. Candidates can also apply for a BCA-MCA combined programme at the university.
Candidates who have finished their 10+2 in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply for the BCA, BBA, B.Com, and Integrated MCA Courses. Candidates who have completed their 10+2 exams are eligible to apply for the BFA, B.Des, and BA programmes.
Admission to the BCA, BBA, B.Com, BFA, BA, and BCA-MCA degrees will be based on performance in the 10+2 test and performance in the University’s personal interview. Admission to the B.Des Animation and Interior Design programmes will be based on UCEED results. CUDAT will be used to determine admission to B.Des Game Design and BFA programmes.
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | - | Merit in 10+2 examination followed by performance in personal interview | |
| BBA | - | ||
| B.Com | General | 10+2 from any stream with 50% marks. | |
| 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 performance in personal interview | |
| B.Des. | Animation | UCEED | |
| Interior Design | |||
| Game Design | CUDAT | ||
| Integrated MCA | - | 10+2 examination in any stream with minimum 50% marks | Merit in 10+2 examination followed by performance in personal interview |
Chitkara University UG Admission 2022: B.Sc (Nursing), B.Optom, B.Pharm & Pharm.D
At the undergraduate level, Chitkara University provides B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D programmes. The B.Sc. programme has eight specialties.
Candidates who have completed the 10+2 test may apply for the B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D programmes. Candidates for B.Optometry, B.Physiotherapy, and B.Sc Nursing must have completed Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as obligatory courses in their 10+2 examination.
Admission to the B.Sc., B.Physiotherapy, B.Optometry, B.Pharma, and Pharm.D programmes will be based on merit in the 10+2 test as well as performance in the University’s personal interview. CUDAT will be used to determine admission to the B.Sc. Animation and Interior Design programmes.
| 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 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 | - |
Chitkara University PG Admission 2022: ME, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Pharm, M.Optom, B.Ed & MA
| Course Name | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Marketing | Graduation from any stream with minimum 50% marks | Scores in CAT / MAT / NMAT / XAT / CMAT 208 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 interview 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 |
Chitkara University Ph.D. Admission 2022
| 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
The application form for all of Chitkara University’s courses can be filled out in one of three methods, as mentioned below:
Online Submission:
- Chitkara University’s official webpage may be found here.
- Fill out the application form and submit it online, along with the application fee.
- Save and submit the application form for later use.
Offline Submission:
- Download the application form from Chitkara University’s official website. OR get the application form at one of the Chitkara Information Centers.
- Send the completed application form, along with the INR 1100 application fee in the form of a Demand Draft issued in favour of ‘Chitkara University payable at Chandigarh,’ a passport-size photo, and all needed papers, to:
Chitkara University Admission Office is located at SCO 160-161, Sector 9-C, Chandigarh 160 009.
Documents that must be attached to the application form:
- Marks sheet for the tenth and twelfth grades
- Graduation certificate and grade sheet (for PG programs)
- If the outcome of the qualifying examination has not been released, the Admit Card for the examination can be presented. (When appropriate)
- Aadhar Card Copies
- Certificate of Character
- Certificate of Medical Fitness
- If appropriate, a reserve category certificate
- In the event of a hiatus in studies, an affidavit signed by the Executive Magistrate / Notary Public is necessary to demonstrate that the student was not involved in any illegal actions during the gap period.
Chitkara University Reservation Criteria 2022
- 25% of the seats are allocated for genuine Himachal Pradesh applicants.
- Candidates with a Punjab domicile are entitled to 15% of the available seats.
- Seats are provided to SC, ST, OBC, Physically Handicapped, and others in accordance with State Government Policy.
CU, Patiala Fees & Eligibility
| Course | Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | ₹5.66 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation with 50% + CAT |
| BBA | ₹1.2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+ 2 with 50% |
| B.E | ₹1.64 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 60% + JEE Mains |
| BCA + MCA | ₹1.04 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.Sc | ₹1.04 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
| BCA | ₹1.04 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.Des | ₹1.8 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10 +2 |
Overview of Chitkara University Admission 2022
| Course | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| BE | JEE Main |
| BArch | JEE Main Paper 2 / NATA |
| MBA | CAT / MAT / NMAT / XAT / CMAT scores |
| BDes | UCEED / CUDAT scores |
| Remaining UG / PG Courses | Merit |
| PhD | UGC NET / CSIR NET / GATE / GPAT scores |
In collaboration with international universities and institutions, Chitkara University also provides the following Global Programs:
- BE in Software Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering at Deakin University in Australia with Academic Mentorship
- BCom Academic Mentorship with the University of Windsor in Canada
- Bachelor of Culinary Management Under Academic Mentorship at George Brown College in Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is the University recognized/ approved by UGC?
Ans. After a thorough evaluation of our physical and academic infrastructure, the University Grants Commission granted us registration under Section 2 (f) of the UGC Act 1956.
Q. Are the courses offered by the Chitkara University recognized?
Ans. Yes. Chitkara University in Punjab and Chitkara University in Himachal Pradesh are government-recognized institutions having the authority to issue degrees under Sections 2f and 22(1) of the UGC Act of 1956.
Q. Are marks obtained in the qualifying exams considered for admission?
Ans. All admissions are based solely on merit. Admission to certain courses is based on performance in the all-India entrance exam, while admission to others is dependent on performance in qualifying examinations.
Q. Can I apply for admission to a program at Chitkara University when my results for the qualifying exams are awaited?
Ans. Yes, you can apply for programmes whose admission is dependent on grades before the results of the qualifying test are announced. For all other courses, documentation of passing the qualifying test with the required marks must be presented at the time of counseling/admission.