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PEC Chandigarh Admission Process

Punjab Engineering College admissions are offered at UG, PG, and doctoral courses. PEC admissions 2026 to the courses will be based on the merits of the entrance examinations. PEC admissions 2026 to B.Tech courses are based on JEE Main exam while PEC M.Tech admissions are based on GATE scores of the applicant. 

  • B.Tech, B.Des, M.Tech and PhD are the courses offered for Punjab Engineering College admissions.
  • Admission criteria of PEC Chandigarh - JEE Main for B.Tech; Merit in qualifying examination for B.Des; GATE for M.Tech; GATE/UGC NET for PhD admissions.
  • GATE 2026 examination for Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh M.Tech admissions 2026 will be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026.
  • GATE/UGC NET scores or a written test and interview is considered for PEC Chandigarh PhD admissions 2026.
  • PEC Chandigarh seat matrix 2026 - 850 for B.Tech; 30 for B.Des; 278 for M.Tech, and 3 for PhD.
  • JEE Main 2026 examination for B.Tech admissions at Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh will be conducted from January 21-30, 2026.

Candidates can apply for PEC admissions 2026 by visiting the official website of the college. For PhD admissions to PEC Chandigarh, the candidates must have a valid NET/GATE score. Refer below for the details of the PEC admissions and application process for the 2026 session.

PEC Chandigarh Admissions 2026 Highlights

Admission at PEC Chandigarh is based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination. Mentioned below are the names of the entrance examinations accepted for the PEC admissions 2026. 

Entrance Exams Accepted for PEC Admissions 2026 

CoursesEntrance Exams Accepted
UG ProgrammesJEE Main
PG ProgrammesGATE
Doctoral Programmes GATE/ UGC NET 

How to Apply for PEC Chandigarh Admissions 2026?

Applicants interested in applying for PEC Chandigarh admissions must satisfy the eligibility criteria. Candidates need to follow the below mentioned PEC application process before taking PEC admissions.

PEC Registrations 2026 

  • Aspiring students who are interested in taking the courses should visit the official website of PEC Chandigarh and register themselves with a valid E-Mail Id.

  • Relevant courses should be selected by the students as their choice of interest.

  • PEC Chandigarh application form 2026 should be filled with relevant information and the documents if necessary.

  • For future reference, students should take the printout of the application form.

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PEC Chandigarh Admissions 2026 for UG Programmes

Over 9 courses are offered for PEC admissions at the UG level. Some of the PEC Chandigarh programmes are provided with different specialisation in B.E/B.Tech. All the PEC Chandigarh courses are offered in full-time modes only. The duration of all the courses is four years. 

PEC UG Admissions Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Seat Intake

Eligibility Criteria

B.Des

30

10+2 from a recognised board 

B.Tech

850

Completed HSC from a recognised board + JEE Main

How to Get Admission in PEC Chandigarh for BTech?

Students must have a valid JEE Main score to apply for PEC admission to the B.Tech courses. Mentioned below are the details about the PEC admissions process to the B.Tech courses.

PEC B.Tech Admission Process 2026 

  • Aspiring students who have valid JEE Main entrance exam scores are considered PEC admissions 2026.

  • Once after acquiring the PEC Chandigarh cutoff scores, candidates are requested to apply for JoSSA 2026 counselling on the official website of the college.

  • Students are shortlisted based on the marks obtained by them in the JEE Main exam for PEC admissions and JoSSA 2026 counselling.

  • Candidates should attend the JoSAA counselling 2026, get the documents verified, and pay the requisite fees to complete the admission process once they get shortlisted for PEC admissions 2026.

PEC Chandigarh B.Des Admissions 2026

Mentioned below are the details regarding the Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh admission process to the B.Des programme which students required to follow to get admissions.

PEC BDes Admission Process 2026 

  • Eligible students must fill out the PEC admission form. 
  • PEC admissions are based on the marks obtained in the previous qualifying examinations.
  • Selected students must submit the required documents for verification. 
  • PEC admission is finalised after the payment of the course fee.

Can I Get Admission in PEC Without JEE?

Yes, admission to Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh can be done without JEE Main scores. PEC admissions to the B.Des course is merit based. PEC Chandigarh also offers M.Tech and PhD courses. 

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PEC Chandigarh M.Tech Admissions 2026

Over 17 courses are offered in this college at the PG level. PEC Chandigarh PG programmes include M.E/M.Tech with different specialisations. All the PEC Chandigarh courses are offered in full-time modes only. The duration of all the courses is two years. 

PEC M.Tech Admissions Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Courses

Seat Intake

Eligibility criteria

M.Tech

278

Graduation in Engineering in relevant field + GATE

PEC MTech Admission Process 2026 

  • Aspiring students having valid GATE entrance exam scores are considered for M.Tech admission into PEC Chandigarh.

  • Based on the marks obtained in the GATE exam, candidates are shortlisted for PEC admissions 2026. 

  • Shortlisted students should attend the CCMT counselling session, get the documents verified, and pay the requisite fees to get their PEC admission 2026 confirmed.

PEC Chandigarh PhD Admissions 2026

Over 13 courses are offered in this college at the Doctoral level. PEC Chandigarh doctoral programme includes PhD with different specialisations. All the PEC Chandigarh courses are offered in full-time modes only. The duration of all the courses is two years respectively. 

PEC PhD Admissions Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Courses

Seat Intake

Eligibility criteria

Ph.D

3

Masters degree with 60% marks + UGC NET

PEC PhD Admission Process 2026 

  • Students who are interested in getting admission into the college should have valid GATE/NET entrance exam scores which are considered for PEC admissions.

  • Candidates are shortlisted based on the marks obtained in the GATE/NET entrance exam. 

  • Interviews should be attended by the shortlisted students to get the PEC admission 2026 confirmed.

  • Those who did not appear for any of the entrance exams are requested to appear for a written test and interview conducted by the college.

Also Read: PEC Chandigarh Facilities

Documents Required for PEC Admissions

  • All Educational Marks Certificates.

  • Migration/Transfer Certificate/PWE Certificate.

  • JEE Main/SAT Entrance exam scorecard

  • GATE/NET Entrance Exam Score Card.

  • Freedom fighter pension certificate.Passport size photograph/ID Proof.

  • If disability, disability certificate.

  • Caste Certificate.

  • Sports graduation certificate, if applicable.

  • Dependence on military personnel certificate.

Note: Candidates must have a copy of all the above-mentioned certificates at the time of Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh admission to ensure a smooth process.

PEC Chandigarh Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Does PEC require 75 percent criteria?

Yes, in order to be eligible for B.Tech admissions at PEC Chandigarh, the candidate must have scored minimum 75% marks in Class 10+2 examination.

2: Can I take admission in PEC without JEE?

No, in order to get admission to PEC Chandigarh B.Tech courses one must appear and obtain a valid score in the JEE Main examination.

3: How can I get admission in PEC Chandigarh?

In order to get admission to PEC Chandigarh, one must first fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as listed above and then appear for the necessary entrance examinations (JEE Main for B.Tech and GATE for M.Tech). Admissions will be based on the entrance exam scores.

4: What is the next step after document verification in the Ph.D programmes of PEC Chandigarh?

Candidates need to pay the required course fee after completing the step of documents verification.

5: What needs to be done in the step of choice locking during the counselling process for admission in PEC Chandigarh?

Candidates have to select PEC Chandigarh as their preferred voice of institution in the step of choice locking for applying in any of the Punjab Engineering College programmes.

6: How can the students apply for CCMT counselling?

Candidates can visit the official website of CCMT and register themselves according to the guidelines provided on the website.

7: Which entrance exam is needed for the postgraduate programmes in PEC Chandigarh?

Candidates need to appear and obtain a valid score in GATE to get into the M.Tech courses of PEC Chandigarh.

8: What is the number of seats available currently for the CSE department of B.Tech?

There are a total of 120 seats available currently for B.Tech CSE in PCE Chandigarh.

9: What is the admission procedure for Ph.D in Aerospace engineering?

Students can enrol themselves for any Ph.D programme in PEC Chandigarh through the written test and personal interview that is conducted by the institute.

Student Reviews for PEC Chandigarh

College Infrastructure: 3.4/5
Academics: 3.4/5
Placements: 3.9/5
Value for Money: 2.3/5
Campus Life: 4.1/5

Good learning ,decent facilities, helpful teachers.

Academics

Academics are well structure with helpful faculty who explain the concepts clearly. The course work is updated and research oriented, and seminars add good exposure. Overall the learning environment supports of focus study.

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Academics

academics Facilities lecture Halls and Laboratories Library : Pec 's central libray houses over 115,000 volume and provides a book bank computer centre: Adedicated computer centre is available to students, offering acess to various software tools and internet resources

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Academics

Punjab Engineering College (PEC) offers a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), which is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in computing principles, programming, and advanced technologies. Curriculum Overview 1. Core Subjects (Foundation Courses) Programming in C, C++ Data Structures & Algorithms Object-Oriented Programming (Java, Python) Computer Organization & Architecture Operating Systems Database Management Systems (DBMS) Theory of Computation 2. Advanced Computer Science Courses Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Big Data & Cloud Computing Cybersecurity & Cryptography Internet of Things (IoT) Blockchain Technology Software Engineering Computer Networks 3. Electives & Specializations Students can choose electives in areas like: Deep Learning & AI Natural Language Processing (NLP) Quantum Computing Web & Mobile App Development DevOps & Software Deployment 4. Practical & Industry Exposure Laboratories – Well-equipped labs for hands-on coding and project development. Internships – Strong industry collaborations for internships with tech companies. Projects & Research – Final year major project with real-world problem-solving. 5. Placements & Career Opportunities PEC’s CSE graduates secure jobs in top companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Infosys. The program focuses on preparing students for software development, data science, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship. The curriculum is regularly updated to match industry trends, ensuring students are well-prepared for modern tech careers.

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