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Chandigarh University (CU) Ranking: Indiatoday, NIRF, Outlook, IIRF

Private University|Estd. 2012|NAAC Grade A+|NIRF #38 (B.E. / B.Tech) 2023

Chandigarh University (CU) features across various independent national and international ranking tables, reflecting performance in diverse academic streams. The data reveals shifts in rankings for programs such as BBA, BCA, B.E./B.Tech, Accounting & Commerce, Law, Hospitality & Travel, and Science over recent years, as assessed by agencies like NIRF, Outlook, India Today, The Week, and QS.

 

Table of Contents
  1. Chandigarh University (CU) - Outlook Rankings
  2. Chandigarh University (CU) - The Week Rankings
  3. Chandigarh University (CU) - India Today Rankings
  4. Chandigarh University (CU) - NIRF Rankings
  5. Chandigarh University (CU) - QS Rankings

 

Chandigarh University (CU) - Outlook Rankings

Outlook has evaluated Chandigarh University in several disciplines over different years, indicating significant presence in both undergraduate and professional streams. In 2021, CU achieved a #7 ranking in Hospitality & Travel. For BBA, the university was placed at #33 in 2023 and improved to #30 in 2024, while for BCA, the ranking was #47 in 2023 and marginally better at #46 in 2024. The law program attained a #17 position in 2023. Accounting & Commerce saw ranks of #80 in 2023 and #78 in 2024. Notably, Science was ranked #40 for both 2023 and 2024, reflecting stable performance in this category. This data highlights consistent attention towards core academic areas and gradual improvement in competitive fields such as BBA and BCA.

 

Chandigarh University (CU) - The Week Rankings

The Week’s rankings offer additional perspectives on CU’s platforms. In 2021, Chandigarh University attained a #6 rank in Hospitality & Travel. For Accounting & Commerce, the rank was #65 in 2023, improving to #48 in 2024, suggesting favorable momentum for this stream. In 2024, its Mass Communication & Media program was recognized at a #13 position, highlighting increasing strength and recognition in media studies and communications, alongside traditional academic offerings.

 

Chandigarh University (CU) - India Today Rankings

India Today’s evaluations span both technical and non-technical disciplines for CU. In 2022, the BBA program was placed at #56, improving to #49 in 2023. BCA followed suit, ranked #42 in 2022 and rising to #37 in 2023. The rankings for B.E./B.Tech were stable at #65 during both 2022 and 2023. Accounting & Commerce received a #98 rank in 2022, with a slight shift to #97 in 2023. Science was notably recognized with a #12 ranking in 2023, indicating notable performance in the natural sciences segment. This variety and growth in rankings reflect commitment to improvement across streams.

 

Chandigarh University (CU) - NIRF Rankings

NIRF provides a national benchmarking for universities, and Chandigarh University features prominently across technical and professional programs. For B.Arch, CU achieved a #15 rank in both 2022 and 2023, progressing to #13 in 2024. B.E./B.Tech saw upward movement from #45 (2022) to #38 (2023), and then to #32 in 2024. The MBA/PGDM program ranked #36 in both 2023 and 2024. In Science, the university improved its ranking from #27 in 2023 to #20 in 2024, showing positive growth and consolidation in STEM disciplines. These results underline sustained advancement in technical, business, and architecture programs, with Science gaining particular momentum.

 

Chandigarh University (CU) - QS Rankings

On the international front, the QS rankings further substantiate Chandigarh University’s standing in Science. In the 2024 QS report, CU was placed at #149 in Science, followed by a jump to #120 for the year 2025. This notable rise under QS reflects growing global recognition and competitiveness for CU’s Science domain, complementing its national-level achievements.

Chandigarh University (CU) Ranking 2025

Overall Rankings

Publisher20252026
QS World University Rankings691 - 700575

Science Rankings

Publisher202320242025
India Today12--
NIRF2720-
Outlook4040-
QS World University Rankings-149120

Accounting & Commerce Rankings

Publisher202220232024
India Today9897-
Outlook-8078
The Week-6548

Mass Communication & Media Rankings

Publisher2024
The Week13

BBA Rankings

Publisher202220232024
India Today5649-
Outlook-3330

BCA Rankings

Publisher202220232024
India Today4237-
Outlook-4746

B.E. / B.Tech Rankings

Publisher202220232024
India Today6565-
NIRF453832

MBA/PGDM Rankings

Publisher20232024
NIRF3636

B.Arch Rankings

Publisher202220232024
NIRF151513

Law Rankings

Publisher2023
Outlook17

Hospitality & Travel Rankings

Publisher2021
Outlook7
The Week6

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