Panjab University UG Admission 2026: Courses, Eligibility & Admission Process

Panjab University, Chandigarh offers undergraduate admission across its six constituent colleges, university teaching departments, and 200+ affiliated colleges, spanning courses like B.A., B.Com, B.Sc. (Hons.), BBA, B.Pharmacy, BE/B.Tech, and integrated law programmes. Unlike a single unified UG entrance system, Panjab University runs different admission routes for different UG courses — some are purely merit-based, others require the university's own entrance test, and engineering relies entirely on JEE Main.

This article explains exactly which route applies to which UG course at Panjab University, the eligibility criteria, and the step-by-step admission process for the 2026-27 session.

Panjab University UG Admission 2026: Quick Overview

Panjab University UG Courses and Their Admission Route

Not every UG course at Panjab University is admitted the same way. Here's the official breakdown by route:

Eligibility Criteria for Panjab University UG Courses 2026

B.A. / B.Com / BBA

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board.
• Minimum aggregate generally required: around 50%, though actual admission cutoffs (especially for popular constituent colleges) can be significantly higher — B.Com cutoffs at reputed colleges have historically exceeded 90%+ in some cases due to high demand and limited seats.
• No entrance test required for most B.A./B.Com specializations; selection is via merit list based on 10+2 marks.

B.Sc. (Hons.) — 4-Year NEP-2020 Programme

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with relevant subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics as applicable to the chosen specialization) with a minimum of 50% marks.
• Admission is through PU-CET (UG), the university's Common Entrance Test — this is compulsory for B.Sc. (Hons.) under the Honours School System.

B.Pharmacy

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology.
• Admission is through PU-CET (UG), the same entrance test used for B.Sc. (Hons.).

BE / B.Tech

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
• Admission is based entirely on JEE Main scores/rank, followed by counselling through the Joint Admission Committee (JAC) Chandigarh — Panjab University does not conduct a separate entrance test for BE/B.Tech, and PU-CET (UG) does not grant admission to B.Tech courses.

BA LLB (Hons.) / B.Com LLB (Hons.) — 5-Year Integrated Law

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PwD candidates) from a recognized board.
• Admission is through the PU UGLAW entrance test — an OMR-based exam covering General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Aptitude for Law, Mental Ability, and English Language.
• The final merit list combines 50% weightage from the PU UGLAW entrance test score and 50% weightage from the 10+2 qualifying exam marks.

Panjab University UG Entrance Exams: Details

PU-CET (UG) 2026

• Conducted for admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) 4-Year Programme (NEP-2020 Honours School System) and B.Pharmacy.
• It is an offline, pen-and-paper competitive exam used to rank candidates.
• Does not apply to B.Tech admission — a common misconception, since PU-CET (UG) only covers science/pharmacy programmes.
• As per the official notice on cetug.puchd.ac.in, qualified candidates fill the admission form by logging in and completing sections on Categories, Class 12 subjects, Weightages, and Documents — each section must be locked, and once locked, cannot be edited.

PU UGLAW (for BA LLB / B.Com LLB)

• OMR-based exam, 1.5 hours duration, held at Chandigarh, Hoshiarpur, and Ludhiana centres.
• Question paper covers: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (carrying the highest weightage), Aptitude for Law, Mental Ability, and English Language.
• Result process involves a tentative merit list (based on entrance test only) → objection window → provisional/final merit list (after admission form submission, factoring in 50% qualifying exam weightage) → counselling.

JEE Main (for BE/B.Tech)

• Candidates must separately register for and appear in JEE Main, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
• Counselling and seat allotment for Panjab University's engineering institutes (UIET, UICET, and affiliated institutes) is conducted through JAC Chandigarh, not through any Panjab University-specific portal.

Panjab University UG Admission 2026: Process Timeline (Illustrative, Course-wise)

Since each UG route runs on its own independent schedule, here is an illustrative sequence based on recent official notices for the 2026-27 cycle:

Important: These dates are illustrative of the 2026-27 admission cycle pattern and vary each year and by course. Since Panjab University issues each entrance test's schedule as a separate notice/PDF rather than one master calendar, always verify the current, exact date for your specific course on the relevant official portal (admissions.puchd.ac.in, cetug.puchd.ac.in, or uglaw.puchd.ac.in) before applying.

Panjab University UG Application Fee 2026

• For most general UG courses (B.A., B.Com, BBA, etc.) applied through the standard admission portal, the application fee typically ranges from INR 300 to INR 600 per course, depending on the number of courses applied for.
• Entrance-test-based UG courses (PU-CET UG, PU UGLAW) may have separate, higher application fees as specified in their respective official brochures — always confirm the exact amount on the entrance test's official notification before payment.

Panjab University UG Course Fee 2026-27 (Official Range)

As per Panjab University's officially released UG Fee Structure for 2026-27, the total academic fee across all UG programmes ranges from approximately INR 20,885 to INR 7.43 lakh, depending on the course, specialization, and college/institute. Illustrative course-level examples (compiled from publicly available fee data):

Important: These are indicative figures. Since Panjab University's actual fee varies by specific college (university teaching department vs. constituent college vs. affiliated college) and specialization, students must refer to the official Fee Structure notification or the concerned college/department for the exact applicable amount.

Hostel Fee (Indicative)

As per publicly cited figures, hostel fees at Panjab University range from approximately INR 19,700 to INR 20,420 per year, though this varies by hostel and category of accommodation.

Reservation and Weightage Categories

Panjab University's UG merit lists factor in reservation categories and additional weightages, including:

• SC/ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD reservation categories
• Sports quota
• NCC/NSS/Youth Welfare/Skill-based weightage (where applicable, to be claimed and documented during application)
• Preference for UT (Chandigarh) domicile candidates in the first counselling round, with non-UT candidates considered in subsequent rounds

How to Apply for Panjab University UG Admission 2026

For Merit-Based Courses (B.A., B.Com, BBA, etc.)

1. Visit admissions.puchd.ac.in and register with your basic details.
2. Log in and complete the online application form with personal and academic details.
3. Select your course and college preferences.
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, marksheets).
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Check the merit list when published, and report for counselling if shortlisted.
7. Complete document verification and fee payment to confirm your seat.

For PU-CET (UG) Courses (B.Sc. Hons., B.Pharmacy)

1. Register on cetug.puchd.ac.in and read the Admission Brochure carefully.
2. Appear for the PU-CET (UG) entrance test.
3. After qualifying, log in using your generated login ID and password.
4. Complete and lock each section (Categories, Class 12 subjects, Weightages, Documents) — note that locked sections cannot be edited.
5. Submit the form before the deadline; no late applications are considered.
6. Check the entrance test result and merit list, then proceed with counselling.

For BA LLB / B.Com LLB (via PU UGLAW)

1. Register on uglaw.puchd.ac.in and fill the entrance test application form.
2. Appear for the PU UGLAW entrance exam.
3. Check the tentative merit list; raise objections (if any) within the specified window.
4. Once the provisional/final merit list is released, complete the admission form and required document submission.
5. Attend counselling and complete fee payment to confirm your seat.

For BE/B.Tech (via JEE Main)

1. Register for and appear in JEE Main.
2. Register separately for JAC Chandigarh counselling using your JEE Main score/rank.
3. Fill college and branch preferences during the counselling rounds.
4. Complete seat allotment, document verification, and fee payment as per the JAC Chandigarh schedule.