Two famous private universities of Punjab Lovely Professional University and Chitkara University are in news these days due to rumors spreading on social media. Amid the rumours, there was confusion and uproar among the students. In such a situation it is necessary to look at the profile of these two organizations. Both the universities are known for higher education, professional courses, research and placements. However, both have different establishment, campus, curriculum and academic structure. Let’s know where Lovely Professional University and Chitkara University are located, when they started and what facilities students get here.

Lovely Professional University ie LPU

Lovely Professional University (LPU) is located on Jalandhar-Delhi GT Road in Cheru near Phagwada, Punjab. It is among the major private universities of the country. The university was established under the Lovely Professional Universities Act, 2005 and started functioning in 2006.

Founder and Chancellor of LPU

Late Mr. Baldev Raj Mittal, founder chairman of Lovely Group laid a strong foundation of the group with his hard work, determination and foresight. LPU Chancellor Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, while Dr. Rashmi Mittal is the Pro-Chancellor. The campus of the university is very large and equipped with many facilities. Facilities like hostel, advanced labs, library and shopping complex are available for the students here.

Also ranked in NIRF ranking

In the NIRF 2025 rankings, LPU has secured 49th rank in the overall category and 31st rank in the university category. The university has also been ranked in various subjects. It was ranked 13th in Pharmacy, 24th in Architecture, 26th in Law, 44th in Management and 48th in Engineering.

Study options in many fields

In LPU, study options are available in many fields including engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture. During placement, the university also claims preference of students in big companies and higher packages.

Chitkara University

Chitkara University is located in Rajpura, Patiala district. It is about 30 kilometers from Chandigarh. The academic journey of the university began in 2002 and it got the status of a university after the Chitkara University Act, 2010.

What are the courses?

The University is recognized under Section 2(f) and 22(1) of the UGC Act. Various courses are conducted here in fields like Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, Nursing, Hotel Management and Architecture.

Research and international exposure

Along with studies, Chitkara University also emphasizes on research and industry exposure. State-of-the-art labs, technology oriented classes and research related facilities are available here. The university also runs exchange programs with international institutions, which provide students with the opportunity to study and experience globally.

Also pay attention to the placement

Companies from various sectors come for campus placements in the university. The focus of the institute is to prepare the students as per the requirements of the industry. Chancellor of Chitkara University Dr. Ashok Chitkara and President and Co-Founder Dr. Madhu is Chitkara.