- Chandigarh University Lucknow has received UGC approval to begin admissions for 43 AI-augmented programs for the 2025 session. The University will offer 30 undergraduate and 13 postgraduate courses starting in the 2025-26 academic session.
LUCKNOW, India, January 28, 2025—Following the approval of the Uttar Pradesh Private Universities (Fifth Amendment) Act, 2024, which facilitated the establishment of Chandigarh University Lucknow as a state private university, the institution has obtained recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC). This recognition enables Chandigarh University Lucknow to commence academic courses for the 2025-26 academic year.
- Jai Inder Singh Sandhu, the Managing Director of Chandigarh University, announced, “On January 24, 2025, Chandigarh University Lucknow received recognition from the UGC. The University has now been included in the list of state public universities under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956.”
Chandigarh University Lucknow has received UGC recognition and will now offer 43 AI-augmented, futuristic undergraduate academic programs starting from the 2025-26 academic session. These offerings include 30 undergraduate (UG) and 13 postgraduate (PG) courses across six streams: Engineering, Computer Science and Technology, Business Management, Health and Life Sciences, Humanities, and Legal Studies.
Chandigarh University Lucknow offers various programs across different fields. In Engineering, the University provides nine undergraduate and three postgraduate courses. For Business Management, there are four undergraduate and seven postgraduate courses available. In Computer Applications, the University offers three undergraduate and two postgraduate courses.
Additionally, Chandigarh University Lucknow has two undergraduate courses in Commerce, three undergraduate courses in Science, one in Pharmacy, three in Legal Studies, and three in Humanities, which include Journalism and Mass Communication,” said Sandhu.
Chandigarh University Lucknow, founded by visionary leaders from various sectors, has integrated artificial intelligence (AI) into multiple fields, including engineering, management, social sciences, law, and humanities. This approach provides 21st-century learners with a thorough understanding of global issues and prepares them to be vital contributors to an AI-driven workforce. The University offers innovative, AI-augmented multidisciplinary education through 43 futuristic programs across six disciplines. This initiative aims to harness the immense potential of AI, foster a spirit of groundbreaking innovation, and promote holistic learning.
Chandigarh University Lucknow offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple disciplines:
Computer Science and Engineering:
The University provides six programs, including:
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science
- B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- B.Tech in Data Science
- B.Tech in Cyber Security
- B.Tech in Information Technology
- Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Mechanical, Civil, and Electronic Engineering:
There are six programs available, which include:
- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering
- B.Tech in Electrical Engineering
- B.Tech in Civil Engineering (CE), offered in collaboration with industry leader Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
- M.Tech (CE) in Construction Technology & Management
- M.Tech (CE) in Structural Engineering
Business Management:
The University offers eleven undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including:
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- BBA in Business Analytics
- BBA in Digital Marketing
- BBA in Branding and Advertising
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- MBA in Applied Finance with PWC
- MBA in Fintech with NSE Academy
- MBA in Business Analytics in collaboration with IBM
- MBA in Strategic HR
- MBA in Digital Marketing
- MBA in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Commerce:
Chandigarh University offers programs in the commerce stream, including:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
- B.Com (Honours) with ACCA (International Accounting and Finance)
Computing and Information Sciences:
The University provides three programs in this field:
- Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
- Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
- MCA with specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML)
Data Science and Mathematics:
Two courses are offered:
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science
- BCA in Data Science
Health and Life Sciences:
The University offers seven undergraduate courses in this domain, including:
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- B.Sc. in Forensic Science
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
- Bachelor of Optometry
- B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics
Humanities and Liberal Arts:
Three programs are available:
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Liberal Arts
- B.A. in Psychology (Honours)
- B.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication
Legal Studies:
Chandigarh University Lucknow offers three courses in legal studies:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Bachelor of Arts-LLB (Integrated)
- BBA-LLB
This structure provides a comprehensive overview of the programs available at Chandigarh University Lucknow, catering to various interests and career paths.
Chandigarh University’s Managing Director, Jai Inder Singh Sandhu, announced that admissions for courses at Chandigarh University Lucknow will be conducted through the Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET 2025).
He emphasized that CUCET is a national-level entrance test essential for admission to Chandigarh University Lucknow. Additionally, this entrance test offers deserving students the chance to receive up to 100 percent scholarships. For the academic session of 2025-26, Chandigarh University Lucknow will award a total of Rs. 40 crore in scholarships. Furthermore, he added that the University will provide Rs. 3 crore in ‘CV Raman Scholarships’ to support students pursuing careers in scientific research.
- Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chancellor of Chandigarh University Satnam Singh Sandhu expressed his happiness regarding the UGC’s recognition of Chandigarh University Lucknow. He stated, “To revolutionize the educational landscape of our country, Chandigarh University Lucknow stands out as India’s first university to offer AI-augmented multidisciplinary education, extending beyond the traditional STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).”
Source: Chandigarh University Lucknow
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