The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Chandigarh brings the highest standards of Canadian university
education directly to Indian students who wish to pursue Canadian degrees in India. As the only Canadian
public
university operating a full-fledged campus in India, UFV Chandigarh offers a unique Indo-Canadian
experience that
combines affordability, quality instruction, flexible transfer options, and global recognition. Launched
in 2006, the
university is located at the GGD SD College campus in Sector 32-C, Chandigarh.
The University of the Fraser Valley, Canada, was founded in 1974 when it was launched as Fraser Valley
College
in British Columbia, Canada. Over the decades, UFV has made its mark on the global higher education
ecosystem
and has evolved from a community college to a highly ranked university. It achieved full university
status in 2008.
Today, UFV is a fully accredited Canadian public university in Abbotsford, British Columbia, and is
recognized
internationally for its student-centered approach and commitment to accessible and quality
education.
UFV Chandigarh operates within the GGD SD College campus, which is located in the heart of the city,
approximately 17 kilometers from Chandigarh International Airport. The campus is part of a highly
reputed
institutional partnership. The college was founded in 1973, spread over 16.5 acres, and accredited with
an A+ grade
by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). UFV Chandigarh employs a unique confluence
of
international visiting faculty from Canada and highly qualified Indian professors, creating a truly
global learning
environment. The curriculum is modeled on the Canadian curriculum taught at the parent university
campus.
UFV Canada is ranked #317 globally by US News and World Report. It has been featured in Times Higher
Education World University Rankings multiple times. The university is a fully accredited Canadian public
university
recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, British Columbia. It is a member of Universities
Canada
(formerly Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada). It has been awarded the EQA brand
recognition for
quality British Columbia post-secondary education.
GGD SD College has received NAAC A+ Grade accreditation. It is ranked 70th among colleges in India by
NIRF
2024. It has also been recognized as 'College with Potential for Excellence' by the University Grants
Commission, a
Government of India body. It is affiliated with Panjab University, Chandigarh, which awards degrees to
those
students who complete their degrees entirely at GGD SD in India.
Start in India and finish in Canada! UFV Chandigarh delivers four-year Canadian-accredited undergraduate degrees designed around experiential learning and real-world applications. All programs mirror the curriculum offered at UFV's parent campus in British Columbia, ensuring students receive the same quality education regardless of geography.
Students at UFV Chandigarh have access to hostel facilities provided by GGD SD College, offering comfortable accommodation close to campus. The off-campus housing facilities are well-maintained, safe, and secure. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. Full-fledged dining facilities are also available for enrolled students. The on- campus cafeteria is popular among students and serves a wide array of food, snacks, and beverages.
UFV Chandigarh provides you with an unparalleled opportunity to earn a Canadian qualification without having to break the bank. Do get in touch with us, and together we will explore all the prevailing options for you and answer your questions. We welcome the possibility of a Zoom or Google Meet interaction with you.