Best Colleges in Chandigarh 2026

Explore 21 top colleges in Chandigarh with detailed information on fees, placements, NIRF rankings, courses, and admission processes.

Total Colleges

Streams Available

3.8-14.0

Avg Package (LPA)

Multidisciplinary, Medical, Engineering

Top Streams

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Multidisciplinary(10)Medical(2)Engineering(2)Pharmacy(1)MBA(1)Arts(1)Arts, Science, Commerce, Computer Applications(1)Arts, Science, Commerce(1)Science(1)Design

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#2 NIRF

PGIMER Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MedicalGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹1.5K

Avg Package

₹14 LPA

Placement

98%

Highest

₹45 LPA

Est. 1962Apply Now

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PUC

#3 NIRF

Panjab University Chandigarh (Pharmacy)

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

PharmacyGovernmentNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹18.0K

Avg Package

₹7 LPA

Placement

75%

Est. 1960View Details →

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DAI

#13 NIRF

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management Nutrition & Catering Technology

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MBAGovernmentNAAC B+

Avg Package

₹3.8 LPA

Placement

75%

Est. 1990Apply Now

Popular Streams in Chandigarh

Colleges by Type in Chandigarh

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Frequently Asked Questions about Colleges in Chandigarh

How many colleges are there in Chandigarh?

SeekCampus lists 21 colleges in Chandigarh across 10 streams including Multidisciplinary, Medical, Engineering and more. These include 14 Government, 7 Private colleges.

What are the top streams in Chandigarh?

The most popular streams in Chandigarh are Multidisciplinary (10 colleges), Medical (2 colleges), Engineering (2 colleges), Pharmacy (1 colleges), MBA (1 colleges). Each stream offers diverse course options and career paths.

What is the average placement package in Chandigarh colleges?

Average placement packages in Chandigarh colleges range from ₹3.8 LPA to ₹14 LPA, depending on the college, stream, and course. Top-ranked institutions typically offer significantly higher packages.

Which are the best engineering colleges in Chandigarh?

Chandigarh has 2 engineering colleges listed on SeekCampus. You can filter and compare them by NIRF ranking, placement rate, fees, and other parameters to find the best fit for you.

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GMC

#22 NIRF

Government Medical College Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MedicalGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹35.0K

Avg Package

₹8 LPA

Placement

92%

Highest

₹18 LPA

Est. 1991View Details →

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CCA

#30 NIRF

Chandigarh College of Architecture

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹6 LPA

Placement

70%

Highest

₹13.3 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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PUC

#33 NIRF

Panjab University Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MultidisciplinaryGovernmentNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹5.0K

Avg Package

₹5.5 LPA

Placement

65%

Est. 1960View Details →

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#33 NIRF

Panjab University

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

ArtsGovernmentNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹10.0K

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

60%

Highest

₹18 LPA

Est. 1882Apply Now

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GGD

#43 NIRF

Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College (GGDSD College)

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MultidisciplinaryPrivateNAAC A+

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

65%

Est. 1973Apply Now

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PEC

#55 NIRF

Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹1.70 L

Avg Package

₹10.5 LPA

Placement

82%

Highest

₹42 LPA

Est. 1921Apply Now

Dayanand Anglo-Vedic College (DAV College)

DAC

#67 NIRF

Dayanand Anglo-Vedic College (DAV College)

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MultidisciplinaryPrivateNAAC A+

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

60%

Est. 1958Apply Now

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DCC

#87 NIRF

DAV College Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MultidisciplinaryPrivateNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹32.0K

Avg Package

₹4.5 LPA

Placement

70%

Highest

₹13.6 LPA

Est. 1958View Details →

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SCC

#88 NIRF

SD College Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

MultidisciplinaryPrivateNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹32.0K

Avg Package

₹4.2 LPA

Placement

65%

Highest

₹13.6 LPA

Est. 1949View Details →

Avg: ₹5 LPA1 NIRF ranked

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