Best Colleges in Punjab 2026

Explore 32 top colleges in Punjab with detailed information on fees, placements, NIRF rankings, courses, and admission processes.

Total Colleges

Streams Available

3.5-23.4

Avg Package (LPA)

Multidisciplinary, Engineering, Medical

Top Streams

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Multidisciplinary(9)Engineering(9)Medical(8)Pharmacy(2)Law(2)Agriculture(1)MBA(1)

Top Colleges in Punjab

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NIP

#1 NIRF

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali

Mohali, Punjab

PharmacyGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹6.5 LPA

Placement

90%

Highest

₹25 LPA

Est. 1998Apply Now

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PAU

#2 NIRF

Punjab Agricultural University

Ludhiana, Punjab

MultidisciplinaryGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹40.0K

Avg Package

₹5 LPA

Placement

70%

Highest

₹12 LPA

Est. 1962Apply Now

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RGN

#11 NIRF

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala

Patiala, Punjab

LawGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹9 LPA

Placement

78%

Highest

₹20 LPA

Est. 2006Apply Now

Popular Streams in Punjab

Top College Cities in Punjab

Mohali(6)Ludhiana(6)Patiala(4)Jalandhar(4)Bathinda(4)

Colleges by Type in Punjab

Government

Private

Deemed

Frequently Asked Questions about Colleges in Punjab

How many colleges are there in Punjab?

SeekCampus lists 32 colleges in Punjab across 7 streams including Multidisciplinary, Engineering, Medical and more. These include 18 Government, 13 Private, 1 Deemed colleges.

What are the top streams in Punjab?

The most popular streams in Punjab are Multidisciplinary (9 colleges), Engineering (9 colleges), Medical (8 colleges), Pharmacy (2 colleges), Law (2 colleges). Each stream offers diverse course options and career paths.

What is the average placement package in Punjab colleges?

Average placement packages in Punjab colleges range from ₹3.5 LPA to ₹23.35 LPA, depending on the college, stream, and course. Top-ranked institutions typically offer significantly higher packages.

Which are the best engineering colleges in Punjab?

Punjab has 9 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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ICP

#17 NIRF

ISF College of Pharmacy Moga

Moga, Punjab

PharmacyPrivateNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹96.0K

Avg Package

₹4.8 LPA

Placement

75%

Highest

₹10 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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IIT

#19 NIRF

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

Rupnagar, Punjab

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹2.25 L

Avg Package

₹23.35 LPA

Placement

83%

Highest

₹70 LPA

Est. 2008Apply Now

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LPU

#20 NIRF

Lovely Professional University

Jalandhar, Punjab

EngineeringPrivateNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹36.5K

Avg Package

₹8 LPA

Placement

80%

Highest

₹42 LPA

Est. 2005Apply Now

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TIE

#24 NIRF

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Patiala, Punjab

EngineeringDeemedNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹3.10 L

Avg Package

₹9.5 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹40 LPA

Est. 1956Apply Now

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#27 NIRF

Chandigarh University

Mohali, Punjab

EngineeringPrivateNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹36.5K

Avg Package

₹8 LPA

Placement

78%

Highest

₹30 LPA

Est. 2012Apply Now

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GAD

#30 NIRF

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University

Ludhiana, Punjab

AgricultureGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹15.0K

Avg Package

₹7 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹13.5 LPA

Est. 2005Apply Now

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AIL

#30 NIRF

Army Institute of Law Mohali

Mohali, Punjab

LawPrivateNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹6 LPA

Placement

75%

Highest

₹10 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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GMC

#34 NIRF

Government Medical College Patiala

Patiala, Punjab

MedicalGovernmentNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹15.0K

Avg Package

₹8 LPA

Placement

95%

Highest

₹18 LPA

Est. 1953View Details →

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CMC

#35 NIRF

Christian Medical College Ludhiana

Ludhiana, Punjab

MedicalPrivateNAAC A

Fees/Year

₹2.00 L

Avg Package

₹7 LPA

Placement

90%

Highest

₹17.9 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

Agriculture

1 college

Avg: ₹7 LPA1 NIRF ranked

How to choose the right college in Punjab?

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