Punjab Engineering College

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Punjab Engineering College (PEC) in Chandigarh is one of India's oldest and most prestigious technical institutions, renowned for its strong foundational engineering programs. Academically, it is best known for its excellence in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Science Engineering. International students are welcomed through schemes like DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) and ICCR scholarships, benefiting from an English-taught curriculum. The institute provides support for international admissions, visa processes, and academic integration through its dedicated international student services. PEC offers a vibrant campus experience within the planned city of Chandigarh, distinguished by its rich legacy of producing influential leaders and innovators across various industries globally.

Background

Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University) (abbreviated PEC or PEC Chandigarh) is a public research & technical institution in Chandigarh. It was founded in 1921 in Lahore, established in Chandigarh in 1953, and focuses on the field of applied sciences, particularly engineering and technology. It is well-known for its undergraduate and graduate programmes in engineering, to which the entry is through the Joint Entrance Examination – Mains and Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. It offers degrees such as Bachelor of Technology, Master of Technology and MBA. It also has a comprehensive graduate program offering doctoral degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

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