One of India's top-rated private universities, Chitkara University is known for shaping industry-ready leaders through innovation, research, and world-class education.
Established in 2002 and recognised under Sections 2(f) and 22(1) of the UGC Act, Chitkara University stands as one of the best private universities in North India, shaping industry-ready leaders through innovation, research, and world‑class education. The sprawling campus sits 30 kilometres from Chandigarh on the Chandigarh‑Patiala National Highway, equidistant from Mohali, Panchkula, Ambala, and Patiala.
The University offers multi-disciplinary programs, from computer science, electronics, and mechanical engineering to business management, nursing, hotel management, and architecture, all designed to be industry-relevant. A strong academic heritage and firmness on principles has seen it grow from strength to strength. In 2010, the Punjab State Legislature passed "The Chitkara University Act," cementing its status as a recognised university.
From engineering to nursing, business to architecture, programs designed for industry relevance.
Exchange programs with global universities nurturing cultural diversity and world-class learning.
State-of-the-art laboratories and advanced ICT equipped amphitheatre style classrooms.
Regular recruitment by blue-chip companies with an outstanding campus placement record.
Recognised by top regulatory bodies
University Grants Commission
All India Council For Technical Education
National Board Of Accreditation
Indian Nursing Council
Association Of Commonwealth Universities
Association Of Universities Of Asia And The Pacific
Our logo depicts the arrows in soaring heights, promising everlasting progress. It also illustrates the interlinking of our key stakeholders namely Students, Parents, Faculty, Alumni, Industry and Society as a whole, working in synergy towards a common goal which is the “Everlasting Success of Each Chitkara Student and creating them as responsible citizens”. The colour Red denotes Energy & Passion to “Explore Your Potential”.
Meet the distinguished leaders who have shaped Chitkara University into one of India's most sought-after institutions.
Education is the most powerful instrument to change the trajectory of a nation.
Our students are not just learners, they are the architects of tomorrow's world.
"To be a globally recognised organisation promoting academic excellence through interdisciplinary applied research and to expand realms of knowledge through innovation."
The learning environment at Chitkara University represents a unique blend of distinguished faculty, brilliant and intellectual students with a proactive collaboration with industry. All stakeholders at Chitkara University abide by our charter.
Chitkara University has defined certain core values for those who are directly or indirectly involved in the working of the University, guiding behaviour, decision making, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, respect, and continuous growth together.
For us, welfare of our students and employees is our top priority.
We embrace and promote diversity in our policies and practices.
We seek to develop responsible leaders committed to a common goal.
We go an extra mile to support our stakeholders and communities.
We provide imaginative and effective solutions to our challenges.
We conduct our operations ethically with honesty and objectivity.
We value diversity and function effectively across cultures.
We value excellence in learning and global competitiveness.
We are accountable to all stakeholders for fulfilling our mission by openly assessing operations.
We support rights to freely inquire and express opinions, encouraging open exchange of ideas.
We nurture partnerships with educational institutions, research establishments, industry and communities.
We hold a strong commitment to high standards in all aspects of our educational activities and services.
We train our people to manage time effectively, allocating the right time to the right activities.
We promote social mobility by creating opportunities for the underprivileged to access our educational system.
Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway, Punjab 140 401
Unit No. A 201-202, Elante Mall Office Complex
Industrial Area Phase 1, Chandigarh 160 002
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Unit No. A 201-202
Elante Mall Office Complex
Industrial Area Phase 1
Chandigarh 160 002
Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway
Punjab 140 401
Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway, Punjab
