Basic and Applied Sciences
Powering innovation, potential & breakthrough discoveries through applied sciences.
About the school
The School of Applied Sciences at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is where curious students about life sciences learn more about the nuances of science and harness this knowledge to discover something new. Programs here cover applied sciences across a wide range of fields, and the teaching doesn't stop at theory. Advanced labs give students a place to actually experiment and build experience, work with real equipment and software in areas like genetic engineering, molecular biology, bioinformatics & more. Research is an important part, where faculty with real research backgrounds guide students through projects on how to solve genuine problems in healthcare, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and more.
Programmes
UGSciences
B.Sc Data Science
- Duration
- 4 Years (with exit option at the end of 3 years*)
- Fee / semester
- ₹57,500
UGSciences
B.Sc (Forensic Science) (Hons.)
- Duration
- 4 Year
- Fee / semester
- ₹75,000
UGSciences
B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology)
- Duration
- 4 years
- Fee / semester
- ₹63,000
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry
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B.Sc. (Hons.) (Mathematics - specialization in Computer Science & Statistics)
- Duration
- 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Why choose the School of Applied Sciences at Chandigarh University, UP?
An AI-Integrated Curriculum
Over 50% of the curriculum is integrated with AI. Scientific theory comes alive through the technology that is shaping tomorrow's discoveries, so students learn the concept and see it at work.
Advanced Labs
Train in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, and Forensic Science labs. Each one prepares students for advanced research and industry roles.
Industry-Grade Toolkit
Data Science: Python, Power BI, Tableau, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and AWS, among others. Biotechnology: AlphaFold, ImageJ, KEGG Pathways and protein-ligand docking. Forensic Science: AutoCAD, EnCase Forensic, FTK and Autopsy/Sleuth Kit, alongside specialist tools like CEDAR-FOX and BIOVIA Discovery Studio.
Internship
Mandatory Summer Internships of 4 weeks begin from the 2nd year onwards. By the time students graduate, they already know how the working world operates.
Research & Industry Exposure
Collaborations with CSIR and leading hospitals allow learning to connect with live research and real healthcare settings.
Entrepreneurial Support
Incubation and funding support help you turn scientific curiosity into a startup & into a venture.
Teaching & Assessment
Teaching pedagogies
Strategic Course of Learning
Classrooms here don't feel like classrooms because lectures have storytelling, expert talks, and real industry case studies, with AI-augmented teaching and flipped classrooms that put students at the centre of how they learn, sharpen their thinking, and present with the right knowledge.
Impact-Oriented Projects
Work on real projects alongside peers, and build problem-solving skills that textbooks can't teach. Students here tackle genuinely complex topics, work on live projects, entrepreneurial ideas, and capstone projects, which helps them build both practical experience and a professional network, alongside real industry insight.
AI-Integrated Advanced Laboratories and Facilities
The strategically designed advanced laboratories are furnished with the latest equipment for experimentation, research, and innovation. This experimental exploration space allows learning through AI tools and interactive simulations, serving both technical purposes and creativity.
Exclusive Internship Opportunities
Being in a hub of industry immersion opportunities, students get a platform that encourages and leads to multiple internships as a part of the program. They learn through social internships and research internships, which helps them gain practical skills and valuable exposure to professional environments.
Learner-driven education
Students here set their own goals, think through design problems, and make real decisions, learning on their own terms while faculty step into a facilitator role instead of just providing theoretical knowledge. The result? Sharper critical thinking, self-motivation, and a genuinely deeper grip on the subject.
Mentorship Programs
External and internal mentorship in Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences and Data Science connects students with professionals, researchers and industry experts who actually guide their academic path. Personal support covers research projects, skill-building, internships, and figuring out a real career in biotech, forensic science, or data science. One-to-one interactions keep students updated about current industry trends, ethics, and innovative approaches.
Innovation-infused Learnings
The latest scientific developments go straight into the syllabus, so students get to explore emerging tech, experimental designs, and real discovery work in their own field & not years later.
Industry-integrated innovation projects
Students get direct exposure by working with industries, which helps them learn how to tackle real challenges through research and development, by working on live issues like optimising microbial production, designing diagnostic tools, and getting genuine & direct exposure to how academic knowledge actually plays out in practice.
Where Our Research Goes Deep
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2021–26
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Citations and patents are university-wide totals; they are not available broken down by field, so no tile is sized or coloured by them. The map covers the 14,534 publications whose author affiliations name a school or department — a further 5,269 are cross-disciplinary or name no unit.
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6 schools · 35 fields · sized by publications
Research overview
Across 2021-2026, output peaked in 2025 at 3,824 publications.
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Message from the Head of Department
Science is not merely theories and facts but the connection from curiosity to innovation. In a rapidly changing world shaped by climate and sustainability concerns, driven by artificial intelligence, redefined by technological development and defined by data-driven discovery, scientific endeavor is very crucial.
At Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, we are dedicated to empowering young learners with knowledge, skill, and confidence to embrace emerging opportunities, navigate challenges, and develop rewarding careers while contributing meaningfully to society. Our academic programs range across Microbiology, Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences, and Data Science. Our academic programs are supported by a vibrant research spectrum in these diverse fields, as well as fundamental sciences Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics which seamlessly unite rigorous theory with hands-on discovery and real-world impact.
The evolving scientific landscape calls for a new generation of professionals who can transcend disciplines and weave diverse perspectives. Therefore, our academic ecosystems bridge foundational sciences with emerging areas like advanced materials and computational approaches to science.
Our faculty play a pivotal role in this process by not just serving as educators, but as mentors and facilitators of innovation. By providing personalized guidance and continuous academic engagement, they equip students to question, innovate, and pursue career aspirations. Opportunities for internships, expert interactions, industry visits, projects, and entrepreneurship enable the connection of academic learning to careers.
We envision an academic environment that encourages independent thinking and exploration so that discovery can become a way of learning. I invite you to join the Faculty of Science, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, and become part of a vibrant community committed to creating a better future through science.
Message from the Head of Department
Science is not merely theories and facts but the connection from curiosity to innovation. In a rapidly changing world shaped by climate and sustainability concerns, driven by artificial intelligence, redefined by technological development and defined by data-driven discovery, scientific endeavor is very crucial.
At Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, we are dedicated to empowering young learners with knowledge, skill, and confidence to embrace emerging opportunities, navigate challenges, and develop rewarding careers while contributing meaningfully to society. Our academic programs range across Microbiology, Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences, and Data Science. Our academic programs are supported by a vibrant research spectrum in these diverse fields, as well as fundamental sciences Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics which seamlessly unite rigorous theory with hands-on discovery and real-world impact.
The evolving scientific landscape calls for a new generation of professionals who can transcend disciplines and weave diverse perspectives. Therefore, our academic ecosystems bridge foundational sciences with emerging areas like advanced materials and computational approaches to science.
Our faculty play a pivotal role in this process by not just serving as educators, but as mentors and facilitators of innovation. By providing personalized guidance and continuous academic engagement, they equip students to question, innovate, and pursue career aspirations. Opportunities for internships, expert interactions, industry visits, projects, and entrepreneurship enable the connection of academic learning to careers.
We envision an academic environment that encourages independent thinking and exploration so that discovery can become a way of learning. I invite you to join the Faculty of Science, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, and become part of a vibrant community committed to creating a better future through science.
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Events & Projects
Milestones and projects across Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh — open to students of every school.
01 — 7 January 2026
Enrollment of Kuldeep Yadav and Launch of CU Sports Scholarship
International cricketer Kuldeep Yadav enrolled as a student and launched the CU Sports Scholarship, reinforcing the integration of academic excellence and sports development at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh.
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02 — 9 January
India AI Convergence 2026
India AI Convergence 2026 united AI leaders for a pre-event to the India AI Impact Summit, where Satnam Singh Sandhu, Honorable Chancellor, announced two transformative initiatives- AI for All and Quantum for Bharat.
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03 — 02 November 2025
Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh
Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh launched Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Shri Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ Ji, empowering young innovators with funding, mentorship, and incubation support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh provides students access to an NEP-2020-aligned, career-centric education powered by an AI-augmented learning ecosystem and a smart Learning Management System (LMS). The best part is that it is "India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary university" and places an active focus on exclusive experiential learning through live projects, simulation labs, corporate internships, and global academic partnerships. Students also gain access to merit scholarships of up to 100% via CUCET, worth 75 Cr, specialized sports scholarships, and strong recruiter networks.
Yes, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is a fully recognized and accredited university established under the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The best part for its learners is that most of the professional and technical programs offered here adhere to the regulatory frameworks and approvals of statutory bodies, including the Bar Council of India (BCI) for legal studies, the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for pharmaceutical programs & Council of Architecture (COA) for Architecture. Moreover, the university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh offers multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate, lateral, and doctoral programs across major disciplines like Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Computing, Business, Commerce & 9 more, which are Basic & Applied Sciences, Liberal Arts & Behavioural Sciences, Legal Studies, Pharmacy, Media Studies, Design, Hospitality, Architecture & Planning, Travel & Tourism. The most notable part is that its curriculum integrates AI, Machine Learning, Analytics & more.
Yes, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is an AI-augmented multidisciplinary university, as it is designed from the ground up as India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary campus. Can’t be denied that artificial intelligence is deeply woven across the academic curriculum with tech-enabled pedagogy, research domains, and campus administrative workflows. From AI-enabled smart classrooms and automated adaptive learning to specialized AI and analytics laboratories, students across all disciplines learn to gain digital & AI fluency and practical exposure to modern tech tools. Moreover, students studying at CU-UP also use a smart LMS and Advanced labs and Centres of Excellence. In 2026, CU also received the “AI-First Organization" award at the Republic AI Summit & Awards.
CU-UP, home to a futuristic & AI-Augmented campus, provides facilities like ultra-modern smart classrooms, high-end computing facilities, advanced labs, SAS labs, and dedicated research zones. All of this also helps students learn efficiently & not forget about the Data Science Lab, FinTech Lab, Modern Moot Court Hall, simulated Aviation and Tourism labs & more. Students pursuing education at CU-UP also benefit from an extensive digital library, startup incubation centers like CUBE & TBI, modern sports arenas, dynamic cafeterias, and comprehensive on-campus student housing.
How To Apply?
Sign Up
Register for CUCET by providing your basic details — name, email, mobile number, state and gender.
Apply for CUCET
You receive a confirmation on your registered number and email. Log in with those credentials and complete the eligibility and scholarship test application.
Admission
On clearing CUCET, submit your admission application. Merit-based scholarship is assessed automatically from your result.