# Chandigarh University academic and career initiatives

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> Updated: 2026-09-08T11:31:05.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Chandigarh University has expanded its career development and academic mobility initiatives. The university’s Department of Career Planning & Development launched in-house training programs to prepare students for various competitive examinations, including Civil Services (UPSC), engineering (GATE), and international higher education assessments such as GRE and IELTS.

Following these developmental efforts, the university facilitated international academic mobility for 50 students during the September 2026 intake. These students were dispatched to 27 global universities across 10 countries to engage in research internships, semester exchanges, and studies in fields such as AI, aerospace, and deep-tech. Taiwan and France served as the primary destinations, hosting approximately 74% of the participating students.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Chandigarh University sends 50 students to global universities

Fifty Chandigarh University students have departed for 27 global universities across 10 countries to pursue academic programmes in fields like AI and aerospace.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chandigarh-university-sends-50-students-to-global-universities

### 2026-08-24: Chandigarh University launches in-house training for competitive exams

Chandigarh University is offering in-house training and mentorship for competitive exams, including UPSC, GATE, and CAT, to enhance student career readiness beyond traditional placements.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chandigarh-university-launches-in-house-training-for-competitive-exams

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