Chitkara University Strengthens Standing in The Week University Rankings 2026

Chitkara University has achieved a milestone in The Week – India’s Best Universities Ranking 2026. The achievement further strengthens its position among India’s leading higher education institutions. In the latest rankings, the University has been placed 38th amongst Multidisciplinary Universities in India and 12th in the North Zone. Among private and deemed multidisciplinary universities, Chitkara University ranks 4th in North India, 2nd in Punjab, and 11th nationally.

The rankings recognised the University’s continued focus on academic excellence, multidisciplinary learning, innovation, research, and industry-ready education. The contributions of students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and industry partners continue to play an important role in strengthening the University’s ecosystem.

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For Chitkara University, the ranking reflects years of sustained effort towards building a learning environment that combines strong academics with practical exposure. The University has focused on creating opportunities that allow students to learn practical skills. A student’s skillset evolves through projects, research and industry interactions. A key strength highlighted through such recognitions is the University's multidisciplinary approach to education.

Commenting on the achievment, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, President and Co Founder, Chitkara University, said, “This recognition is an encouraging moment for our entire university community. It acknowledges the commitment of our students, faculty, researchers, alumni and industry partners. It also motivates us to continue providing quality education, advancing research, and creating meaningful learning opportunities for our students.”

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About Chitkara University

Chitkara University is a UGC-recognised and NAAC A+ accredited private university with campuses in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, recognised among India's leading institutions by NIRF, QS World University Rankings, and Times Higher Education. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across Engineering, Business, Healthcare, Pharmacy, Design, Architecture, Hospitality, and emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Machine Learning.

The University's academic model integrates internships, live industry projects, and research into core curricula, supported by 2,000+ campus recruiters and 300+ international academic and industry partners. Global Pathway programmes, developed in partnership with leading universities in the United States, Australia and Canada, allow students to complete part of their degree abroad. With a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and applied learning, Chitkara University prepares graduates for careers in India and internationally.

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