Overview
CGC University, Mohali is a UGC-recognised private university offering AICTE-approved technical programmes, NBA-accredited programmes and PCI-recognised pharmaceutical education. Formerly known as Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, the institution was established in 2012 and gained university status in 2025. It operates from its main residential campus at Jhanjeri in Greater Mohali and is an independent institution with no association with Chandigarh University.
The university is recognised for its career-oriented approach, affordable professional education, emerging-technology specialisations and strong industry integration. Its academic ecosystem includes engineering, computer applications, management, commerce, law, pharmacy, allied health sciences, liberal arts, journalism, fashion, design and sports sciences. The Newton School of AI and Computing and the Metaa School of Business provide industry-aligned learning through collaborations with organisations such as IBM, EY, KPMG and Open-Source Science. Specialisations in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing, GenAI, quantum computing, fintech, business analytics and supply-chain management address current industry requirements.
CGC University follows a practice-based teaching model supported by modern laboratories, research facilities, a central library, innovation and incubation initiatives, hostels, sports infrastructure, student societies and transportation services. Its Capgemini CodeXperience Centre offers training aligned with global technology and recruitment requirements. Admissions are generally merit or entrance based through CGCUET, while national scores such as JEE Main, CLAT, LSAT India, CAT, MAT, CMAT and GATE may be accepted for relevant programmes.
With a multidisciplinary portfolio, scholarship support, international institutional tie-ups and a structured placement cell, CGC University, Mohali serves students seeking professional undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral education in North India.
Rankings
- Accreditation and Recognition: UGC-recognised private university with AICTE-approved technical programmes, NBA-accredited programmes and PCI-recognised pharmacy education.
- University Status: Established as Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, in 2012 and elevated to CGC University in 2025.
- The Week-Hansa Research Survey 2026: Listed among India’s Best Colleges.
- The Week 2026: Ranked 30th in the Design category.
- India Today 2026: Ranked 59th for Fashion Design.
- India Today 2026: Ranked 138th among private engineering institutions.
- India Today 2026: Ranked 174th for BBA.
- Outlook 2026: Ranked 86th in Science.
- Outlook 2026: Ranked 78th in Accounting and Commerce.
- NIRF: No verified NIRF ranking was available for the university in the latest published information.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Civil, Mechanical and Electronics and Communication Engineering – 4 Years | ₹7.60 lakh | 12th with Physics and Mathematics; usually 60% aggregate |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering and selected emerging specialisations – 4 Years | ₹8.40–₹9.20 lakh | 12th with Physics and Mathematics; CGCUET or JEE Main |
| B.Tech in association with IBM, EY, KPMG or Open-Source Science – 4 Years | ₹9.20 lakh onwards | 12th with Physics and Mathematics; qualifying entrance score |
| M.Tech CSE, Civil, ECE and Mechanical Engineering – 2 Years | ₹2.40 lakh | B.Tech or equivalent with 55% aggregate; CGCUET or GATE |
| Ph.D. in relevant disciplines | As per university norms | Master’s degree in the relevant discipline |
| Diploma in Pharmacy – 2 Years | ₹2.20 lakh | 12th with PCB or PCM |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy – 4 Years | ₹8.40 lakh | 12th with PCB or PCM |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy – 4 Years | ₹5.20 lakh | 12th with PCB/PCM and generally 50% aggregate |
| B.Sc Medical Laboratory Science, Optometry, Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology, and Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology – 4 Years | ₹4.40 lakh | 12th with relevant science subjects |
| B.Sc Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences and Fashion Designing – 3 Years | ₹3.30 lakh | 12th in the relevant stream |
| B.RTT and B.Sc Nuclear Medicine Technology – 4 Years | ₹4.40 lakh | 12th with relevant science subjects |
| D.AOTT and Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology – 2 Years | ₹2.20 lakh | 12th with relevant science subjects |
| BCA, BCA AI and ML, BCA AI and DS, and BCA Cyber Security – 3 Years | ₹3.90 lakh | 12th in any stream with 50% aggregate |
| B.Sc Graphics and Web Design; Multimedia and Animation – 3 Years | ₹3.30 lakh | 12th in a relevant stream |
| MCA, MCA AI and ML, and MCA Data Science – 2 Years | ₹3.28 lakh onwards | Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics or a relevant subject |
| BCA Data Science in association with EY or IBM – 3 Years | ₹3.90 lakh onwards | 12th in any recognised stream |
| BA Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Fine Arts, English, Journalism and Mass Communication, Social Work and Public Health – 3 Years | ₹3.30 lakh | 12th in any recognised stream |
| MA English, Psychology and Public Health – 2 Years | ₹1.40–₹2.20 lakh | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline |
| LLB – 3 Years | ₹4.08 lakh | Graduation with the prescribed aggregate |
| BA LL.B (Hons), BBA LL.B and B.Com LL.B – 5 Years | ₹6.80 lakh | 12th with 50% aggregate; CLAT, LSAT India or CGCUET |
| LLM – 1 Year | ₹70,000 | LLB or equivalent law degree |
| Ph.D. Law | As per university norms | Master’s degree in Law or a related field |
| BBA, BBA Digital Marketing, Business Analytics, Tourism and Hospitality, Aviation Management and Supply Chain Management – 3 Years | ₹3.90 lakh | 12th in any stream with the prescribed aggregate |
| BBA Hons in Tourism, Aviation and Supply Chain Management – 4 Years | ₹5.20 lakh | 12th in any recognised stream |
| B.Com (Hons) – 3 Years | ₹3.30 lakh | 12th preferably with Commerce or a related stream |
| MBA in HR, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Business Analytics and Digital Marketing – 2 Years | ₹4.20 lakh | Graduation with 50%; CGCUET, CAT, MAT or CMAT |
| MBA in association with EY, IBM or KPMG – 2 Years | ₹4.60 lakh onwards | Graduation with 50% and qualifying entrance score |
| Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports – 3 Years | ₹2.40 lakh | 12th in a recognised stream |
| Master of Physical Education and Sports – 2 Years | ₹2.00 lakh | Relevant bachelor’s degree |
| B.Sc Sports Sciences – 3 Years | ₹1.20 lakh | 12th with a relevant background |
| M.Sc Sports Sciences – 2 Years | ₹1.00 lakh | Relevant bachelor’s degree |
| Diploma in Yoga – 1 Year | ₹20,000 | 12th or equivalent |
Placements
- Latest complete placement cycle: The most recently published complete placement data is for the 2025 batch.
- Highest package: An exceptional overall offer of ₹1 crore per annum was reported during the 2025 placement season.
- Average package: The reported overall average package was ₹6.34 LPA.
- Placement volume: Around 1,361 students received placements through 1,005 recruiting organisations.
- Reported course-level packages: BCA ₹33 LPA, MBA ₹27 LPA, MCA ₹25 LPA and B.Tech ₹12 LPA were among the prominent course-level offers.
- Major recruiters: Deloitte, Amazon, Infosys, IBM, Cognizant, Microsoft, Wipro, TCS, Accenture and other national and multinational companies.
- Average package trend: The overall average increased from ₹3.65 LPA in 2022 to ₹4.60 LPA in 2023, ₹6.20 LPA in 2024 and ₹6.34 LPA in 2025.
- Capgemini CodeXperience Centre: An on-campus, industry-integrated learning and recruitment facility for B.Tech CSE and ECE students, providing training aligned with Capgemini’s requirements.
- Recruitment support: The placement cell conducts aptitude training, coding practice, technical workshops, mock interviews, group discussions, industry projects and career-guidance sessions.
- Placement scope: Opportunities span software development, data analytics, cloud technology, consulting, finance, marketing, operations, healthcare, pharmacy, law, media, design and core engineering.
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