To which university tier does Chandigarh University and LPU belong to? What is their rank in India?

<p>I don't know the exact numbers, &nbsp;but I know this university is doing really well. It got ranked 120th in Asia in QS University Rankings 2025 and was named #1 private university in India. It even made it to the Top 231 universities globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.</p><p dir="ltr">In India, it secured 20th place in NIRF 2024 and even won the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) trophy, awarded by President Droupadi Murmu. The university is growing fast because of good education, modern labs, and industry tie-ups.</p><p dir="ltr">What makes it special is that students don't just study from books; they do real projects. The university focuses on practical learning and global exposure. About LPU, I have no idea about its rankings. But this university is climbing up fast and might soon be among the best.</p>

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This kind of ranking is not carried out at all. However, Chandigarh University is graded A+ by NAAC and QS ranking. The university is consistently ranked as one of the best private universities in the country.

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<p>Both <strong>Chandigarh University (CU)</strong> and <strong>Lovely Professional University (LPU)</strong> are considered <strong>Tier 2 private universities</strong> in India, offering strong infrastructure, diverse programs, and growing placement records.</p><p>&lt;!-EndFragment -&gt;</p><p>As per the <strong>NIRF 2023 rankings</strong>:</p><ul><li><strong>Chandigarh University</strong> ranked <strong>38th in Engineering</strong> and <strong>32nd overall</strong> in India.</li><li><strong>LPU</strong> ranked <strong>50th in Engineering</strong> and <strong>45th overall</strong></li></ul><p>&lt;!-EndFragment -&gt;</p>

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<p dir="ltr">Chandigarh University is considered in Tier 1 universities in India. The university is a popular private university and has been gaining recognition in recent years in every aspect. The university has shown fast growth.&nbsp;</p><p dir="ltr">In the QS World University Rankings 2026, CU has made a proud leap, reaching #575 globally and becoming the 2nd best private university in India.&nbsp;</p><p dir="ltr">The university also secured the MAKA trophy awarded by President Droupadi Murmu and has been also ranked No. 1 private university in India as per the QS Asia University Rankings 2025 and got the 20th spot in NIRF Rankings 2024. The university also sets a benchmark for technical education as it is the 1st private university in India to have the highest number of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET accredited) and also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for its Engineering and MBA programs, reinforcing its academic excellence and commitment to quality education.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;">Chandigarh University falls under the Tier 1 private universities in India, but is steadily climbing toward Tier 1 because of its remarkable growth. It's one of the youngest universities to gain national and international recognition. In the NIRF 2024 rankings, CU secured an impressive 20th position among all Indian universities.</p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;">It was also ranked #1 among private universities in India and 120th in Asia by the QS World University Rankings 2025, which is a big achievement. CU is known for its practical learning, global tie-ups, modern infrastructure, and student-focused approach.</p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;">From industry-oriented programs to world-class labs and international exchange opportunities, the university has positioned itself as a strong contender for anyone looking for quality education with a global edge.</p>

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Many national and international organizations, including QS, NIRF, India Today, The Week, and Outlook, have ranked Chandigarh University. In 2021, the university was included in the NIRF's Overall and University categories for the first time. It is India's the newest university to be rated by NIRF. Chandigarh University is ranked as India's Best Emerging University by The Week. The institution is ranked among the Top 20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in India, both public and private, according to QS Rankings 2021. The university is placed seventh among India's Top 25 Young Universities. It is placed 10th among the country's Top 50 Private State Universities. CU is India's first institution to hold the Limca Book of Records for most companies in a single academic year. Chandigarh University is Punjab's first private university that offers NBA-accredited management and engineering programmes. QS I-Gauge and NAAC have also given Chandigarh University high marks. It is presently among India's top 5% of institutes, with an A+ grade from NAAC. Chandigarh University has received a 'Diamond' rating from QS I-Gauge. QS Asia Rankings 2021: Established in 2012, Chandigarh University is the youngest Asian University to feature in QS Asia Universities rankings. The university is ranked 271-280 among all the universities in Asia under QS Asia Region University Rankings 2022. Under the same category, CU stands among the Top 7 Private Universities in India. Depending on the aspects of higher education in the region, CU is ranked: * 86 on Employer Reputation * 214 on Academic Reputation * 223 on International Students * 230 on International Faculty * 233 on Inbound & Outbound Student Exchange.

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<p dir="ltr">Hi, I don't know about LPU, but yes, I can really tell you about Chandigarh University. The university is recognised as a Tier-1 Indian University, which has achieved all key national and international rankings.</p><p dir="ltr">This private university tops the QS World University Rankings 2026 and has also won the MAKA trophy from President Droupadi Murmu, as well as ranked 20th in NIRF 2024</p><p dir="ltr">The university Engineering department also fetched the first position from among private institutions and the 11th position in India in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 under Engineering &amp; Technology, #231. Moreover, India Today ranked this university 12th among the Best Private Engineering Colleges in North India and is recognised in the Limca Book of Records for holding a national record for the maximum number of company visits for campus placements within an academic year. The engineering programs at the university are also accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) and by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). Global recognition of the programs offered by the university was made possible by this accreditation along with higher education in India.</p>

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Chandigarh University has been ranked A+ BY NAAC. Ranked 3rd among top private universities of India. Ranked 7th in Top 25 Young Universities of India. Ranked 10th Among Top 50 Private State Universities of India. National Award for the highest Number of Companies Limca Book of Records (2017). For more details visit <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="www.cuchd.in" style='word-wrap:break-word;'>www.cuchd.in</a>.

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Hello! I am not so aware about CU, Being an Alumni of LPU, I can just comment on LPU. By doing continuous efforts, LPU has been awarded several ranks and accreditation. LPU is a renowned university and is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), a statutory body of the Government of India. It has other accreditation also like Association Of Indian Universities (AIU), Council Of Architecture (COA), National Council For Teacher Education (NCTE), Pharmacy Council Of India (PCI), Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Bar Council Of India (BCI), The Institution Of Engineers (India), Institute Of Town Planners, India (ITPI) as well as International Memberships. Coming to the rankings- LPU has been Ranked 2nd by HackerEarth in the race of most technologically aware crowd thrusting LPU ahead of IITs and NITs, Ranked as best University of the year in Industry-Academia Relationship in India by Golden star, Ranked as Best Private University by ASSOCHAM, Top 10 Engineering Colleges in India in Placement by Higher Education Review, Ranked among Top 10 Engineering Institutes in India by India Today, and many more. LPU has been awarded National Employ- ability 2020 for the Best Placements. MNCs recruit its students for the top notch positions which are the envy of many. The packages range from 1Cr-15 LPA in Microsoft, Amazon, Google etc. LPU provides ample opportunities to each and every eligible student to secure good placements. The university has been ranked high by outer agencies also with regard to placements of its students Aspiring Minds have ranked LPU as having Most Employable Students in consecutively seven times in row. ASSOCHAM (Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India) rated LPU as Best Private University with regards to placements. Zee News Survey rated it as 11th Best in India in Placements. Several Big Brands of the industry have visited LPU campus during academic sessions. LPU has gained the highest record for placement of its engineering students for consecutive three years in the North. India Today ranks LPU among Top Six Promising Universities of the Country. I hope this helps. All the Best!

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Hello, There is no official ranking system from any government body in India which gives rankings based on the tier system in India. Chandigarh University has been ranked A+ by NAAC and is one of the fastest-growing university in Asia as well as one of the best university in North India. All the best.

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