Chandigarh University Triumphs with Prestigious NBA Re-Accreditation

Chandigarh, Punjab ESTD 2012

Chandigarh University is delighted to announce that its undergraduate engineering programs have been re-accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) under Tier-I for the academic years 2024-25 to 2026-27. This notable achievement highlights the University’s commitment to excellence in engineering education and its ongoing pursuit to maintain high academic standards.

Chandigarh University Re-Accreditation:

The NBA Expert Team conducted a thorough evaluation on April 20, 2024 which resulted in the re-accreditation being granted. The programs that have received this prestigious re-accreditation are:

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Computer Science & amp; Engineering

This re-accreditations reflects the dedication, hard-work and excellence of Chandigarh University’s faculty, staff and students. It additionally underscores the university’s commitment to provide top-quality education and fostering a culture of innovation and progress.

“We are delighted to share this achievement with our community," a faculty member said. "This success reflects our collective efforts to maintain and enhance the educational standards of our programs. It is a significant milestone that encourages us to continue striving for academic excellence and innovation."

Previously, Chandigarh University was the first private varsity in Punjab to land the NBA Accreditation for all its engineering and MBA programs. Thus, it became the youngest university in India and first private university in Punjab, to be ranked among top 5% across the nation after been awarded the A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and has become the youngest university of Asia to feature in the QS-ranking in 2021, that too in its very first attempt.

The NBA Accreditation ensures that the respective courses meet rigorous quality standards, offering top-quality knowledge, skills, and attitudes. This accreditation gives students a competitive advantage in the job market, as employers place more importance on degrees from accredited programs. They believe that graduates have been educated at an institution that upholds robust quality measures aligned with industry standards.

Note from Vice-Chancellor of CU:

Prof. (Dr.) Manpreet Singh Manna, Vice-Chancellor of Chandigarh University, stated, "This re-accreditation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff, and students. It highlights our commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.”

Chandigarh University Recognitions and Accreditations:

Accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA)
Ranked amongst Top 5% institutions of India for receiving NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) A+ rating.
Ranked 52nd amongst Top University in India by NIRF.
Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)
International Association of Universities (IAU)
Council of Architecture (COA)
Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Bar Council of India (BCI)
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
Indo US Collaboration for Engineering Education (IUCEE)
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineer (IEEE)
Computer Society of India (CSI)
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

Chandigarh University strives to consistently deliver quality education and nurturing the scholars in accordance with the university’s mission statement of framing competent and innovative engineers. These engineers are ready to make significant advances in their respective discipline and benefit the society. Due to its commitment to the policy of academic success and improvements, the university guarantees the further successful performance of its graduates in the modern world and successful developments in different spheres.