Institute

Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Punjab Engineering College

Chandigarh, Chandigarh · Deemed

Also known as Computer Science and Engineering, PEC Chandigarh, Computer Science and Engineering Department, PEC University of Technology, CSE Department, PEC Chandigarh

About Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Punjab Engineering College

The Computer Science and Engineering department at PEC Chandigarh teaches the B.Tech in CSE, an M.Tech in CSE and supervises PhD research in computing.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Punjab Engineering College is located on the Sector 12 campus of this Chandigarh deemed university. Its main undergraduate route is the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, with seats allotted through JoSAA and CSAB; the institute also lists CSE branches in Data Science and in Artificial Intelligence. Graduates with a valid GATE score can seek the M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering through CCMT, and the department admits PhD scholars after its own test or interview. The programmes cover programming, algorithms, systems and newer areas such as machine learning. Students aiming at software development or research careers often shortlist it.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Technology
Accepts: JoSAA; CSAB
Full-time — — ₹1,88,000 —
2022-23
Master of Technology
Accepts: CCMT
Full-time — — ₹97,000 —
2022-23
Doctor of Philosophy
Accepts: Department written test; Interview
Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test, Interview

B.Tech seats are filled through JoSAA and CSAB counselling, after which admitted students complete online reporting, document checks and fee payment at the institute. M.Tech admission runs through the Centralized Counselling for M.Tech (CCMT). For the PhD, the department admission committee holds a written test on the GATE/NET syllabus, an interview, or both.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
  • Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Where these courses lead

Technology

Software Engineer

Minimum: UG

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Engineering

Civil Engineer

Minimum: UG

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Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

Minimum: UG

Mechanical Engineers apply science and maths to designing, making and maintaining machines, engines and manufacturing systems. Most enter the profession through a…

Engineering

Electrical Engineer

Minimum: UG

Electrical Engineers apply science and maths to generating, transmitting and using electric power and electrical equipment. Most enter the profession through a…

Technology

Data Scientist

Minimum: UG

Data scientists collect and study large amounts of data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They use statistics, programming and…

Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…

Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

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Agriculture

Agricultural Scientist

Minimum: PG

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Frequently asked questions

Which B.Tech branches in computing does PEC list?

Computer Science and Engineering, CSE (Data Science) and CSE (Artificial Intelligence), plus Mathematics and Computing.

How is M.Tech CSE admission done?

Through CCMT counselling.

What is the M.Tech fee for GATE-qualified students?

The fee policy lists Rs 42,500 academic fee plus Rs 6,000 other charges per semester for batches from 2022-23.

Sources

Information verified on 26 Oct 2026

  1. Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University) - home page · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  2. PEC - Departments · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  3. PEC - B.Tech admissions · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  4. PEC - M.Tech admissions · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  5. PEC - PhD admissions · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  6. PEC Fee Policy 2022-23 onwards (PDF) · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  7. PEC - Accreditation (AICTE approval 2026-27, deemed university notification) · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026