Chandigarh University Rankings Move Up; Secures 19th Rank in NIRF 2025

Intajur Rahaman

Updated On: September 08, 2025 03:01 PM

With the release of NIRF 2025 rankings in the first week of September 2025, Chandigarh University has made improvements in their rankings jumping to the 19th position in the Universities Category. Last year, the institute was ranked 20th in the same category.
 
Chandigarh University Rankings Move Up; Secures 19th Rank in NIRF 2025

Chandigarh University rankings have made headlines recently since the institute improved its NIRF rankings in the Universities category in 2025. Chandigarh University was ranked 19th out of hundreds of participating universities by NIRF. The institute was ranked 20th in the same category as per NIRF 2024 rankings, marking a significant improvement in the overall performance of the university. Chandigarh University's status as one of India's top universities has been strengthened by its inclusion in the top 50 NIRF rankings. The university's steady advancement in a number of disciplines highlights its dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic development.

Also Read: NIRF State Universities Ranking 2025

Chandigarh University Rankings Across Different Fields

Achieving rank 19 in the Universities category in NIRF 2025 may be the highlight of Chandigarh University’s achievements this year, since the institute has showcased remarkable achievements across diverse streams as per NIRF 2025, some of which include:

Category

Rank

Description

Architecture & Planning

14th

The university, which is renowned for its outstanding architecture, came in at number 14, which is evidence of its creative curriculum and design-focused teaching methods.

Pharmacy

15th

Chandigarh University has made great strides, rising from 20th place in 2024 to 15th in 2025, demonstrating its expanding impact in pharmaceutical education.

Universities

19th

Chandigarh University continues to be a top-tier institution, ranking 19th in the country, which is indicative of its strong academic framework and comprehensive learning environment.

Engineering

31st

The university's position as a top engineering school has been solidified as it rose from 32nd to 31st place last year.

Management

32nd

The Management division of Chandigarh University, which is ranked 32nd among India's top management institutes, is still performing decently.

Research

34th

Chandigarh University's 34th-place national ranking reflects the university's dedication to professional practice and research.

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About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University (CU) is one of the most prominent private universities in India. It holds NAAC A+ accreditation and approvals from educational organizations like UGC, AICTE, BCI, and PCI. Check out some other highlights of Chandigarh University below:

  • Ranked 575 globally as per the QS World University Rankings 2026, placing the institute in the top 2% out of 28,500 participating universities.
  • Achieved Rank 32 Overall, Rank 31 in Engineering, Rank 19 among Universities, Rank 32 in Management, Rank 15 in Pharmacy, and Rank 14 in Architecture & Planning, showing its strength across diverse fields.
  • Youngest Indian university to secure an NAAC A+ in its first assessment in 2019, and the only state-private university in Punjab to do so till date.
  • The only university in Punjab to receive NBA accreditation for its engineering and MBA programs, including those in civil, mechanical, electrical, computer science, aerospace, and other fields.
  • Chandigarh University provides programs that are accredited by ABET, making it the first private university in India to receive the most engineering-related accolades.
  • Chandigarh University also has an ASSOCHAM GEM 4 rating for its green and sustainable campus practices.

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