About Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU)
Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut — Overview
Chaudhary Charan Singh University, commonly known as CCSU, is a State Public University in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in 1965 and was formerly known as Meerut University. The university is named after former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. CCS University
1. University Name
Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut
2. Established / Founded
1965 CCS University
3. Short History
CCSU was established in 1965 to meet the higher-education needs of western Uttar Pradesh. It initially developed as Meerut University and was later renamed Chaudhary Charan Singh University. The university has expanded into undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, diploma, research and doctoral education. Its campus covers approximately 222 acres. CCS University
4. Location
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India – 250004
The main university campus is located in Meerut.
5. University Type
State Public University
6. Recognition & Accreditation
- NAAC A++ accredited according to the university's current official website. CCS University
- CCSU is a state university established under the relevant Uttar Pradesh legislation.
- The university operates a large network of affiliated colleges and institutions. CCS University
7. Courses Offered
CCSU offers programmes across many disciplines, including:
- B.A., B.Sc., B.Com.
- B.B.A.
- B.C.A./Computer Applications
- B.Tech.
- B.A. LL.B.
- B.Ed. and other Education programmes
- M.A., M.Sc., M.Com.
- M.B.A.
- M.C.A.
- M.J.M.C.
- M.Ed., M.P.Ed.
- M.L.I.S.
- LL.M.
- M.Phil./Ph.D. and research programmes
- Various Diploma and PG Diploma programmes
The exact programmes available can vary by academic session and campus/affiliated college. CCS University
8. Admission Process
CCSU's admission process varies according to the programme. Depending on the course, admission may involve:
- Online registration/application
- Eligibility verification
- Merit-based admission and/or entrance examination, where applicable
- Counselling/seat allocation, where applicable
- Document verification
- Fee payment and admission confirmation
For the 2026–27 session, CCSU's official admission portal provides separate information for university-campus and affiliated-college admissions. CCS University
9. Affiliated Colleges / Institutions
CCSU has a large network of affiliated institutions covering government/aided colleges, self-financing colleges and professional institutions. Its official college portal provides district-wise and category-wise lists. CCS University
10. Academic Areas
Major academic areas include:
- Arts & Humanities
- Science
- Commerce & Management
- Education
- Engineering & Technology
- Law
- Pharmacy
- Agriculture
- Journalism & Mass Communication
- Computer Applications
- Fine Arts
- Physical Education
- Library & Information Science
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences
The university's departments page lists numerous departments and institutes across these areas. CCS University
11. Important Notes for Students
- University: Chaudhary Charan Singh University
- Short Name: CCSU
- Former Name: Meerut University
- Location: Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
- Type: State Public University
- Established: 1965
- Accreditation: NAAC A++
- Campus: Approximately 222 acres
- Affiliated institutions: Large network of colleges/institutions
- Official admission information: Available for the 2026–27 academic session. CCS University
Official Website
Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, formerly known as Meerut University, was established in 1965 to provide higher education in western Uttar Pradesh. It is a state public university offering education across a wide range of disciplines.
CCSU offers undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, diploma, postgraduate diploma and research programmes in areas such as Arts, Science, Commerce & Management, Education, Engineering & Technology, Law, Agriculture, Journalism & Mass Communication, Computer Applications and Physical Education.
The university has a large campus with academic buildings, laboratories, library, hostels, sports facilities and other student amenities. It also has a substantial network of affiliated colleges and institutions.
Accreditation: CCSU's official website currently lists the university as NAAC A++ accredited.
CCSU Colleges List
CCSU (Chaudhary Charan Singh University), Meerut has a large network of affiliated colleges. The official CCSU website provides the college list district-wise and separates colleges into categories such as Government & Aided, Self-Financing, Professional Colleges, B.Ed. colleges and LL.B. colleges.
Major colleges/institutions associated with CCSU
- Meerut College, Meerut
- D.N. (P.G.) College, Meerut
- A.S. (P.G.) College, Mawana
- K.D. College, Mawana
- I.N. Degree College, Meerut
- Dr. Ambedkar Degree College, Meerut
- Ch. S.S.S. College, Machhara, Meerut
- Laxmi Devi Arya Kanya Degree College, Mawana
- Meerut College of Advanced Studies
- Translam College of Education, Meerut
- Rudra Institute of Technology, Meerut
- Faiz-E-Aam Degree College, Meerut
- Bhagwati College of Management & Technology, Siwaya
- Gyan Shree College of Professional Education, Behsuma
- Navjeevan Kisan (P.G.) College, Mawana
- Swami Kalyan Dev Degree College, Hastinapur
- Gandhi Smarak Dev Nagari Degree College, Parikshitgarh
- Sushil Institute of Management & Technology, Mawana
- Fort Institute of Technology, Meerut
- J.S.M. Academy, Salarpur, Meeru