Admission at Chanakya University
Chanakya University welcomes applications from both Indian and international students who possess qualifications from recognized educational boards or universities. These qualifications are valid for various undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs across a wide range of disciplines such as Biosciences, Engineering, Mathematics & Natural Sciences, Data Science & AI, Law, International Affairs, Public Policy, Management, Humanities, Liberal Arts, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), and Social Sciences.
Schools:
- School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
- School of Commerce and Management
- School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
- School of Law, Governance, and Public Policy
- School of Biosciences
- School of Engineering
Centres for Excellence:
All candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria set forth by the university or relevant regulatory bodies. Detailed eligibility guidelines for each academic program can be accessed here.
For candidates with qualifications from foreign boards or universities, it is mandatory that their credentials be validated by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in New Delhi. The AIU provides equivalence for foreign degrees, which is necessary for international students seeking admission to Indian universities.
In such cases, students must provide an AIU Recognition Certificate. Those in the process of obtaining this certification may submit the application acknowledgment from AIU as part of their admission documentation.
However many foreign universities and boards are recognized by AIU. The equivalency certificate may not be required for many international universities/boards, the applicant should confirm the requirement with the admission departments.
If your diploma or certificate is from an unlisted board or you are unsure of the recognition process, you can contact the admissions office at <email link> for assistance with your eligibility or the certificate verification process.
The equivalency certificate can be acquired via the following link: https://www.aiu.ac.in/evaluation.php
Chanakya University reserves the right to request or exemption of this certificate before issuing a provisional admission letter.
NOTE
Foreign nationals applying to Chanakya University are exempt from entrance examinations and scholarship programs. Admissions are granted on a first-come-first-served basis, determined by merit in their qualifying examinations.
Application Process
Applicants interested in pursuing academic programs at Chanakya University must complete the online application form, accessible here.
PhD/ Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities
Prospective International PhD/Postdoctoral candidates are encouraged to reach out directly to individual faculty members for information about potential PhD openings or available postdoctoral positions.
For general guidelines regarding postdoctoral fellowships, please refer to the Postdoctoral Programme Policy.
However, for International Applicants the requirements and processes may differ depending on the field of research. International applicants should contact the relevant faculty member for details specific to their subject area.
Required Documentation
As part of the application, students need to provide supporting documents, which generally include:
Copy of Valid Passport (Front and last section)
A passport-sized photograph.
Good Quality Scanned Copies of academic certificates or qualifications.
Other documents as per the specific requirements of the applied academic program.
Provisional Offer Letters
Candidates who meet the program requirements may receive provisional offer letters based on a first-come, first-served merit basis. In some cases, programs may require additional tests or interviews, which will be outlined in the eligibility criteria. Only applicants who fulfill the eligibility criteria and submit all the required documentation will be issued provisional offer letters.
Equivalency Certificate from AIU
For students with qualifications from international boards or universities, Chanakya University may require an Equivalency Certificate or Recognition Certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) after issuing the provisional offer letter.
Applicants in the process of obtaining this certificate may submit the AIU application acknowledgment as part of their admission documentation. The final AIU certificate can be submitted later.
Applicants can apply for the equivalency certificate via the following link: https://www.aiu.ac.in/evaluation.php
The university reserves the right to request or exempt this certificate before issuing the final admission letter.
Provisional Offer Letter Details
The provisional offer letter will include:
Program details, Information about the institution, Course and hostel fees, Payment deadlines details and basic travel related information.
Once the provisional process is complete, applicants are required to meet all the conditions outlined in the letter to confirm their admission.
After getting provisional offer letter, applicants should acknowledge & accept provision Offer Letter and send confirmation as requested in the offer.
VISA Support
After applicants accept the provisional offer and submit the admission fee, Chanakya University will issue a VISA Support Letter and a Provisional Admission Letter. Applicants can use these documents to apply for a Student VISA.
Important Note
Applicants are advised to regularly check their email for updates regarding their application. To ensure smooth communication, please add the Admissions Office email to your trusted contacts and mark it as “Not Spam” to avoid missing important updates or deadlines.