The last date to apply for GATE 2026 for M.Tech and research program admissions has been extended to October 13, 2025, with the applicable late fee. The examination will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, and will be conducted in two sessions daily.
The notification for CUET PG 2026 is likely to be released in the first week of December 2025, with the application process expected to begin in January 2026. The exam is slated to take place between March 13 and April 1, 2026.
The GATE 2026 application deadline for M.Tech and research program admissions has been extended to October 6, 2025, without any late fees. The exam is scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, and will be conducted in two sessions each day.
NIRF 2025 Rankings are out. As per NIRF Rankings 2025, Central University of Punjab ranks 20 under the Pharmacy category
Central University of Punjab in Bathinda offers CUET-UG scores for 2026 UG admissions starting in March, with B.Tech seats filling fast at 60% last year. This 500-acre campus, set up in 2009, focuses on research in sciences and law, helping 2,500 students land jobs at firms like Parexel. Read on for exact fees, top courses like M.Sc Biotechnology at Rs 18,000 yearly, and why its NAAC A+ grade makes it a smart pick for Punjab students seeking affordable central uni options.
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | ₹17,200 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Valid score in a national-level management entrance examination (CAT, MAT, or CMAT) |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹5,500 - 96,000 | Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, minimum aggregate score of 50% |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | ₹5,040 - 31,050 | Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, Minimum required percentage varies by discipline, Entrance examination clearance may be required |
| M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | ₹34,400 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent, Minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA (50% for SC/ST/PWD candidates), Qualify GATE examination |
| Post Graduate Diploma | ₹13,460 | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Qualified entrance examination conducted by the university or any other national-level examination accepted by the university |
| M.Pharm. (Master of Pharmacy) | ₹7,940 - 18,740 | Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm.), Minimum aggregate score of 55%, Valid score in Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) or equivalent national-level entrance examination |
| M.S. (Master of Surgery) | ₹96,000 | MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution, valid registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI), completed one-year rotating internship after MBBS |
| Master of Performing Arts - MPA | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
Choose from 50+ programs like 5-year integrated B.Sc-M.Sc in Applied Geology, ideal for JRF aspirants with 80% research focus. Admissions favour CUET toppers, with 200 seats in sciences alone.
| Course | Duration | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science | 4 years | 60 | 50% in Class 12 + CUET |
| Integrated M.Sc Biotechnology | 5 years | 40 | 50% in Class 12 sciences |
| M.A Sociology | 2 years | 50 | 55% bachelor's degree |
| PhD Environmental Science | 3-5 years | 15 | NET qualified |
Pay Rs 64,000 for first-year B.Tech tuition, including Rs 1,000 admission fee; total 4-year cost hits Rs 2,56,000. PG fees stay under Rs 20,000 per year for most, with no hidden charges.
| Course | Tuition (Per Year) | Hostel | Total First Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE | Rs 64,000 | Rs 12,000 | Rs 77,000 |
| M.Sc Physics | Rs 18,000 | Rs 12,000 | Rs 31,000 |
| MBA | Rs 20,000 | Rs 12,000 | Rs 33,000 |
70% of the 2024 batch got placed with Rs 6 LPA highest package in M.Tech; average Rs 3.40 LPA for PG per NIRF. Training starts in year 2, with 150 students hired by Medgenome last year.
| Metric | 2024 Data | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Package | Rs 6 LPA | Parexel |
| Average Package | Rs 3.40 LPA | PhysicsWallah |
| Placement Rate | 70% | Medgenome |
| Students Placed | 350 | Institute of Life Sciences |
For B.Tech CSE, the general category needs 180+ in CUET-UG; SC cutoff drops to 120 as per the 2025 rounds. PG cutoffs for M.Sc hover at 160 for unreserved.
Track updates on the Central University of Punjab Cutoff.
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has released the NIRF Ranking 2025. As per the rankings, Central University of Punjab has achieved an NIRF rank of 20 in the Pharmacy category with a score of 64.73, an NIRF rank of 40 in Law with a score of 52.7, and an NIRF rank of 77 in the University category with a score of 49.53.
The campus provides top-notch facilities for academic and extracurricular activities:
Central University of Punjab Scholarships are available to meritorious and financially weak students. Scholarships offered at CUP are as follows:
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Merit-Based Scholarship | Top 10% in entrance exam or academic performance | INR 10,000–20,000 per year |
| SC/ST Scholarship | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 LPA | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | UG/PG students from economically weaker sections | INR 5,000–15,000 per year |
Dear student, you can check the reviews for CU, Punjab here: Central University of Punjab Verdict. Generally, the B.Pharm program at this university receives positive feedback regarding its faculty and placement opportunities.
Dear student,
As per the UG Prospectus of 2024 of Central University of Punjab, Bhatinda, the total B.Tech course fee for 2025 is likely to be approx. Rs. 2,56,000 for 4 years course. As per the 2024 official prospectus, the fee break-down is as follows:
With inflation & etc, the estimated fee is Rs. 2.56 Lakhs/ 4 years (approx.)