Chandigarh University News

273 International Students from 24 Countries Get Degrees During Annual Convocation at Chandigarh University As many as 273 international students from 24 countries were awarded undergraduate and postgraduate degrees during Chandigarh University's International Convocation – 2026. The graduating students were comprised of 247 undergraduates and 26 postgraduate students from different parts of the world who successfully completed their degrees in 57 academic programmes in academic domains including Engineering, Management, Computer Applications, Health Sciences, Commerce, Humanities and emerging technology disciplines. The convocation was graced by Peter Munyiri Maina, High Commissioner of Kenya as Chief Guest who congratulated the graduating students on their academic achievements and encouraged them to use their knowledge and skills to contribute towards the progress and development of their respective nations. The senior leadership of Chandigarh University including Prof (Dr) ...

Chandigarh University Organizes Summer Camp ‘Udaan’ for Underprivileged Children; Comedian Kiku Sharda Inspires Young Participants Chandigarh University (CU) under its Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) initiative, organized a 12-day special summer camp ‘Udaan - Summer Camp for Holistic Development of Children’ for underprivileged children. More than 50 children from orphanages and economically weaker sections residing in slum areas participated in the camp which was held from June 2 to June 13 at the university's Gharuan campus. The camp was organized by Chandigarh University in association with NGO Maharishi Dayanand Bal Ashram to provide children with a platform for learning, self-discovery and personal growth during their summer vacations through a variety of engaging and experiential learning activities. The initiative was focused on nurturing hidden talents, enhancing self-confidence, improving communication skills and promoting the overall mental and physical well...

Chandigarh University Hosts 3rd Edition of ‘CU Scholars’ Summit 2026’, 3000 CUCET 2026 Toppers from 22 States & UTs Felicitated   “India’s youth should not merely become job seekers but should rather become job creators. Numerous schemes such as Startup India, Stand-Up India, Skill India, Digital India, PM eVIDYA, SWAYAM, the National Digital Library, the Atal Innovation Mission, and PM Vidya Lakshmiare being implemented to empower the youth to become self-reliant. Rather than migrating abroad, youth should work for India’s development,” said Punjab Governor and Administrator of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria at the inauguration of the third edition of Chandigarh University’s ‘CU Scholars’ Summit 2026’. Punjab Governor and Administrator of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, inaugurated the Summit as the Chief Guest in the presence of Deepinder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University and Prof (Dr) RS Bawa, Advisor to Chancellor of Chandigarh University...

Chandigarh University Hosts ‘3rd Bharat Higher Education Summit’; Education Leaders Call for Universities to Lead India's Journey Towards Viksit Bharat 2047   Positioning itself at the centre of India's higher education transformation, Chandigarh University hosted ‘3rd Bharat Higher Education Summit 2026’, bringing together more than 200 Vice Chancellors, policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, diplomats and international education experts from India and across the world to deliberate on the transformative role of universities in shaping India's journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. The two-day Summit featured high-level discussions on the future of universities, internationalization of higher education, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies, research and innovation, industry-academia collaboration, employability, entrepreneurship, sustainability, global partnerships and implementation of transformative educational reforms. Former Uni...

Prof (Dr) Dulal Panda, Director, NIPER Mohali, interacting with students and learning about their science exhibits during the National Science Day event at Chandigarh University. Mohali : “India today is changing rapidly. The startup culture is reshaping academia. Even if a small fraction of students starts thinking not merely as job seekers but as job creators, they can transform the nation. Today, infrastructure in Indian institutions rivals that of leading global universities. We must use it fully. Many top global technology companies were founded by students with strong ideas, sometimes even before completing their degrees. Today, India has the required infrastructure that can support similar dreams. You can live the American dream while staying in India build companies, do excellent science and flourish on your own ideas,” said Prof Dulal Panda, Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali during the National Science Day event organized on ...

  Students participating in a Robo War competition during AI Fest 2026 at Chandigarh University campus. Mohali – Chandigarh University launched a 90-day SANDBOX Residential Program under which top 30 of 300 startups, who  made a pitch during its three-day AI Fest 2026, will be provided mentorship and resources on a single platform to help accelerate their go-to-market (GTM) stage in three domains – AI, Deeptech and Media.  Strengthening its innovation network further, Chandigarh University also launched a Centre of Excellence in Digital Marketing operating on an “earn while learn” model. The Centre will allow students to work on live industry projects and consultancy assignments while gaining hands-on experience with AI-powered digital tools. It aims to evolve into a multidisciplinary global hub for enterprise-led learning, innovation and digital excellence. The launch of the the SANDBOX Residential Program will help the emerging startups get training, certifications and...