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Online BA from Chandigarh University

Bachelor of Arts · Mohali, Punjab

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

3 years (6 semesters)

Total fee

₹1,75,000

Specialisations

1

UGC-DEB

Entitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB appro

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a private university at Gharuan near Mohali, Punjab, set up in 2012. Its online division, CU Online, runs UGC-entitled online MBA, MCA, MA, M.Sc, BBA, BCA and BA programmes, many with a long list of specialisations; the MBA alone lists 26.

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Online BA from Chandigarh University: overview

An online BA (Bachelor of Arts) is a three-year undergraduate degree in the humanities and social sciences, studied online over six semesters. Depending on the university you study a combination of subjects such as English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology and Psychology, or a single focus such as Journalism and Mass Communication.

Key highlights

Key highlights
CategoryDetails
UniversityChandigarh University
ProgrammeOnline BA (Bachelor of Arts)
EligibilityClass 12 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board
Duration3 years (6 semesters)
Total fee₹1,75,000
ModeRecorded and live sessions on CU's learning management system
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC-DEB, NAAC, NIRF, QS, AICTE, WES

Specialisations

Eligibility

Class 12 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board

Class 12 from a recognised board in any stream, usually with 40% to 45% marks depending on the university.

Fees, EMI and scholarships

Fees
FeeAmount
Total programme fee₹1,75,000

List fee October 2026; ₹1,31,250 after the 25% early-bird scholarship (₹21,875 a semester).

Scholarships

  • Early-bird scholarship: 25% on most programmes (10–20% on some, such as the MBA and BBA in Business Analytics)
  • Seat booking with ₹10,000; the balance follows the chosen payment plan

Syllabus

Chandigarh University doesn't publish a semester-wise syllabus for this programme online. This is the typical core syllabus; ask our counsellor for the university's own curriculum.

Semester 1

  • Core paper in subject 1
  • Core paper in subject 2
  • English Communication
  • Environmental Studies

Semester 2

  • Core paper in subject 1
  • Core paper in subject 2
  • Hindi or Modern Indian Language
  • Ability-enhancement course

Semester 3

  • Core papers in your subjects
  • Skill-enhancement course

Semester 4

  • Core papers in your subjects
  • Skill-enhancement course

Semester 5

  • Discipline-specific electives
  • Generic elective

Semester 6

  • Discipline-specific electives
  • Project or generic elective

Rankings and approvals

Approvals
BodyStatus
UGC-DEBEntitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB approval document (August 2026)
NAACA+
NIRF19 among universities (2025), as stated by CU Online
QSListed in QS World University Rankings 2025, as stated by CU Online
AICTEMBA and MCA described as AICTE-approved by CU Online
WESDegrees recognised by WES, as stated by CU Online

Admission process

  1. Choose your programme and specialisation on onlinecu.in
  2. Fill in the online application form (₹500 prospectus fee)
  3. Upload Aadhaar, address proof and your mark sheets
  4. Pay the fee annually, by semester or through no-cost EMI
  5. Get your learning platform login

Career opportunities

Careers
RoleTypical salary
Content WriterAverage base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Social Media Manager (with experience)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Teacher (after B.Ed)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year for high-school teachers; middle 80% earn ₹1.1 lakh–₹8.8 lakh (PayScale India, updated May 2026). Government school pay follows the state or central pay scale.
Civil services and government jobsPay follows the central or state pay commission scales for each post.

Other universities for the Online BA

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh3 years (6 semesters)₹90,000–Details
LPU OnlinePhagwara, Punjab3 years (6 semesters)₹1,20,000₹20,000Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat3 years (6 semesters)₹1,20,000₹20,000Details
Compare Chandigarh University with others

FAQs

Is the Online BA from Chandigarh University valid?

Chandigarh University is listed as: UGC-DEB Entitled; CU publishes its UGC-DEB approval document (August 2026); NAAC A+; NIRF 19 among universities (2025), as stated by CU Online. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹1,75,000. List fee October 2026; ₹1,31,250 after the 25% early-bird scholarship (₹21,875 a semester).

What is the eligibility?

Class 12 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board

How long does it take?

3 years (6 semesters)

Is an online BA valid for UPSC and other government exams?

Under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, an online degree from a UGC-DEB entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to a regular degree. Check each exam notification for its eligibility rules.

Can I choose my subjects?

Yes, within the combinations the university offers. Some universities offer a general BA with two or three subjects; others offer a single focus such as Journalism.

Can I do a B.Ed or LLB after an online BA?

Yes, an online BA from an entitled university is a recognised bachelor's degree. Each B.Ed or LLB college sets its own marks requirement.

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