Central University of Punjab Highlights 2025
The Central University of Punjab, located in Bathinda, was founded in 2009 through an Act of Parliament (No 25, of 2009). It holds an “A” grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and ranks among the top 100 institutions in the ‘University Category’ according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Ranking 2019. The university primarily focuses on research-driven master’s and doctoral programs, offering degrees such as PhD, MPhil, MSc, MA, MPharm, MTech, LLM, M.Ed, as well as postgraduate diploma courses.
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Overview
The NIRF 2024 Rankings have been released, revealing that the Central University of Punjab holds the #83 position in the ‘University’ category.
Additionally, the results for GATE 2025, which are crucial for admission to ME/MTech/PhD programs, have been published. Candidates can now view their results along with the branch-wise minimum qualifying cutoffs by logging into the official website.
Here are some more updates:
The registration for GPAT 2025, necessary for MPharma admissions, is currently open, with the deadline set for April 21, 2025. The GPAT 2025 examination is scheduled for May 25, 2025.
Results for CUET PG 2025, which will determine admissions to postgraduate courses, are anticipated to be released by the third week of April 2025.
The CUET UG 2025 exam, aimed at undergraduate admissions, is tentatively planned to take place between May 8 and June 1, 2025.
Courses Offered
Undergraduate Programs
CUP provides several undergraduate courses, including:
- B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering: A 4-year program with specializations in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Cyber Security. Admission is based on CUET 2025 scores and academic merit.
- B.Sc in Physics and Chemistry: 3-year programs focusing on core scientific principles. Eligibility requires a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- B.A. in Economics and Psychology: 3-year programs emphasizing analytical and behavioral sciences. Admission is through CUET 2025.
- BBA and B.Com (Honours): 3-year programs covering business administration and commerce. Eligibility includes a minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 with Mathematics or Business Mathematics.
- B.Pharm: A 4-year program focusing on pharmaceutical sciences. Admission is based on CUET 2025 scores and academic merit.
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Postgraduate Programs
CUP offers various postgraduate courses, such as:
- M.A. in Psychology, Sociology, and other disciplines: 2-year programs with a focus on social sciences. Admission is through CUET PG 2025.
- M.Sc in Microbiology and other specializations: 2-year programs emphasizing scientific research and applications.
- M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering: A 2-year program for candidates with a B.Tech degree. Admission is based on GATE scores.
- MBA: A 2-year program focusing on business management. Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
- M.Pharm: A 2-year program in pharmaceutical sciences. Eligibility includes a B.Pharm degree with a minimum of 55% marks.
Fee Structure
Undergraduate Programs
- B.Tech: Approximately ₹22,000 per semester.
- B.Sc/B.A.: Around ₹14,000 per semester.
- B.Pharm: Approximately ₹40,000 per semester.
Postgraduate Programs
- M.A./M.Sc: Approximately ₹2,000 per semester.
- MBA: Approximately ₹5,000 per semester.
- M.Tech/M.Pharm: Approximately ₹5,000 per semester.
Hostel Fees
- First Semester: ₹15,600 (including registration, maintenance, and security deposits).
- Subsequent Semesters: ₹8,600 per semester.
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Admission Process
Admissions to undergraduate programs are primarily through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). For postgraduate programs, admissions are based on CUET PG scores, with some courses also considering GATE scores.
Placements
CUP has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates internships and job placements for students. The university has collaborations with various industries, enhancing employment opportunities for graduates.
Cutoff
The cutoff for CUET PG 2024 varied by program. For instance, the MA Psychology program had a cutoff of 244 in Round 1, which decreased to 97 in Round 2. Similarly, the MA Sociology program had a Round 1 cutoff of 179, which decreased to 58 in Round 2.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
CUP offers fellowships for M.Phil and Ph.D. students:
- M.Phil: ₹5,000 per month.
- Ph.D.: ₹8,000 per month.
Additionally, the university provides contingency grants for research expenses:
- Humanities: ₹8,000 per annum.
- Science: ₹10,000 per annum.