Representing 200+ Colleges Across Punjab
400+
Member Colleges
10+
Years Of Service
2Lakh+
Students Benefited
100+
Events Organized
Who We Are - About PUCA
Representing 400+ institutions. Redefining private education in Punjab.
president
Dr. Anshu Kataria
President, PUCA & Chairman, Aryans Group of Colleges
PUCA is a platform of unity and purpose. Together, we have transformed private education in Punjab into a powerful movement for excellence, equity, and innovation.”
About PUCA
The Premier Voice for Private Higher Education in Punjab
The Punjab Unaided Colleges Association (PUCA) is the most influential body representing over 400 private unaided colleges affiliated with various universities in Punjab. Since our establishment in 2015, we have been at the forefront of advocating for fair policies, institutional empowerment, and quality education standards.
Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Anshu Kataria, PUCA has emerged as a bridge between private institutions and the government, ensuring transparent regulations and a collaborative approach to education reform across Punjab.
- Advocacy for fair education policies
- Industry-academia partnerships
- Faculty development initiatives
- Legal & regulatory support for colleges
- Student welfare & scholarship programs
- Quality benchmarking & accreditation support
Building Stronger Institutions Together
PUCA supports private colleges with unified leadership, policy guidance, and collaborative initiatives. We work to uplift academic quality, promote innovation, and create better opportunities for students and institutions across Punjab. We actively engage with stakeholders to drive meaningful educational improvements. Our mission is to empower institutions with the support and resources needed for long-term growth.
PUCA In Action
Watch our latest events, conferences, and policy discussions
PUCA Hosts International Conference on Artificial Intelligence
PUCA successfully organized an International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, bringing together academicians, industry experts, and researchers from across the globe.
PUCA Lohri Celebration
PUCA celebrated Lohri with great enthusiasm and cultural spirit, bringing together member colleges, facult in a vibrant gathering.
PUCA Announces Rs 50 Crore Scholarship for J&K Students at Srinagar Education Summit
PUCA announced a landmark Rs 50 Crore scholarship initiative for students from Jammu & Kashmir during the Srinagar Education Summit.
PUCA celebrates its 9th Foundation Day
PUCA proudly celebrated its 9th Foundation Day, marking nearly a decade of dedicated service to the higher education sector in Punjab.
News & Events
Stay informed about education policy, PUCA announcements, scholarships, and more.
Our Core Objectives
Strengthening private education through unity and innovation.
Policy Advocacy
PUCA actively represents the interests of unaided colleges before government bodies. We highlight key issues, suggest reforms, and work to ensure that education policies are fair, progressive, and inclusive.
Education Quality Support
We support institutions in improving academic standards through training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing. PUCA focuses on innovation, better teaching practices, and student-centered outcomes.
Institutional Networking
PUCA brings together colleges across Punjab to collaborate and grow. We organize seminars, forums, and meetings to promote mutual support, resource sharing, and stronger academic partnerships.
FSFTI & JAC Updates
Latest news and initiatives highlighting collaboration and growth in the education sector.
Glimpses of PUCA in Action
From empowering events to collaborative meetings — experience PUCA’s journey through vibrant visuals.
Our Strongest Pillars — PUCA Members
Together we represent the voice of private higher education across Punjab, shaping the future with excellence and integrity.
Sh. Dr. Anshu Kataria
President, PUCA
Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura
Sh. Adv. Amit Sharma
Senior Vice President PUCA
AGC Amritsar
Sh. Rashpal S, Dhaliwal
Executive Member PUCA
Chandigarh Group of Colleges Jhanjheri
Sh. Gurvindar S. Bahra
Executive Member PUCA
Bahra University Kharar
Sh. Gurkirat Singh
Joint Secretary PUCA
Guljar Group Ludhiana
Sh. Gurdeep Singh
Executive Member PUCA
GNA Group Phagwara
Sh. Ashwani Garg
Executive Member PUCA
SVIET, Banur
Sh. Ashok Garg
Finance Secretary PUCA
SVIET, Banur
Sh. Nirmal Singh Rayat
General Secretrary PUCA
Lamrin Tech. Skills Univ., Punjab
Sh. Akashdeep Singh
Coordinator PUCA
Global Institute Amritsar
Sh. Monty Garg
Cordinator-2 Puca
KCT College , Fatehgarh Malwa
Sh. Gurpreet Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Universal Group, Lalru
Sh. Charanjit Singh Channi
Executive Member PUCA
CT Group Of Instt. , Jalandhar
Sh. Dr. Guninderjit
Executive Member PUCA
Bhai Gurdas ,Sangrur
Sh. Dr. Gopal Munjal
Executive Member PUCA
Swift Group of Colleges Rajpura
Sh. Mohit Mahajan
Executive Member PUCA
Golden Group Gurdaspur
Sh. H.P.S Kanda
Executive Member PUCA
Quest Group of Instt., Mohali
Sh. Raman Bhalla
Executive Member PUCA
Aman Bhalla Group, Pathankot
Sh. Ashwani Sekhri
Executive Member PUCA
VMS Institute, Batala
Sh. Gursimranjeet Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Sukhjindra Group, Gurdaspur
Sh. Damanjit Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Sri Sukhmani Group of Instt., Dera Bassi
Sh. Praveen Garg
Executive Member PUCA
I.S.F College Of Pharmacy , Moga
Sh. Prem Gandhi
Executive Member PUCA
KC Group Nawanshahr
Sh. Davinder Pal Singh Rimpy
Executive Member PUCA
Baba Kudan S. Law College Dharamkot
Sh. Naveen Dhillon
Executive Member PUCA
RIET, Phagwara
Sh. Anil Chopra
Executive Member PUCA
St. Soldier Group of Instt., Jalandhar
Sh. Rajesh Garg
Executive Member PUCA
Bharat Group Mansa
Sh. Manav Singla
Executive Member PUCA
Indo Global G of Colleges Mohali
Sh. K.K Kaura
Executive Member PUCA
Lala Lajpat Rai Group of Instt., Moga
Sh. Vijay Gupta
Executive Member PUCA
LCET Ludhiana,
Sh. Rajeev Gulati
Executive Member PUCA
LGC, Chaukimann, Ludhiana
Sh. Kanwer Tushar Punj
Executive Member PUCA
SSGI Badhani
Sh. Vibhav Mittal
Executive Member PUCA
Dolphin (PG) College, Fatehgarh Sahib
Sh. Gurfateh Singh Gill
Executive Member PUCA
Adesh Group, Ambala & Bathinda
Sh. Shivom Vashishat
Executive Member PUCA
FCET Ferozpur
Sh. Rajiv Jindal
Executive Member PUCA
Ram Devi Jindal Group, Lalru
Sh. Dr. R.S Deol
Executive Member PUCA
Lyallpur Khalsa College, Jalandhar
Sh. Adv. Abhishek jindal
Executive Member PUCA
SFC Group, School, Colleges, Moga
Sh. Baljeet Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Dashmesh Charitable Society Patran
Sh. Satyam Bhardwaj
Executive Member PUCA
SBS Group Of EDU. Institutions, patti
Sh. Dr. Navjot Dhaliwal
Executive Member PUCA
B.I.S Group of inst, moga
Sh. Naresh Aggarwal
Executive Member PUCA
Punjab instt. of mgmt & Tech, Khanna
Sh. Jaspal Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Akal College Of Pharmacy Sangrur
Sh. Dr. Wajinder Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Patiala instt. of Engineering
Sh. Dr. Kapil Katyal
Executive Member PUCA
Longowal Group of colleges, Mohali
Sh. Lokesh Goyal
Executive Member PUCA
Saraswati Group, Gharuan
Sh. Dr. D.J Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Vidya Jyoti Eduversity, Chandigarh
Sh. CA Manmohan Garg
Executive Member PUCA
Gurukul Vidyapeeth, Banur
Sh. J.S Gill
Executive Member PUCA
Global Group Of Instt., Anadpur Sahib
Sh. Dr. Manav Saini
Executive Member PUCA
KMS College of IT & Mgmt. Dasuya
Sh. Lt. Col Gurbir Singh
Executive Member PUCA
National Dental College Dera Bassi
Sh. Manpreet Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Guru Ram Dass Group of Colleges Malout
Sh. Munish Dass
Executive Member PUCA
Baba Shri Chand Colleges Nurpura
Sh. Vidhi S Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Tawi Group of Colleges Pathankot
Sh. Dr. G.S Nagpal
Executive Member PUCA
Punjab College Of Pharmacy Bathinda
Sh. Amandeep Singh
Executive Member PUCA
Abbnoor Polytechnic College, Faridkot
Sh. Ankit Jain
Executive Member PUCA
Jain Group of Institutions Abohar
Dr. Manju Bala
Executive Member PUCA
Khalsa College of Engineering & Technology, Amritsar
Mr. Ramneek Middha
Executive Member PUCA
Abhishek Group Of Institutions Abohar
Dr. Swarn Parkash
Executive Member PUCA
Saraswati Group of Colleges, Maur Mandi
Ar.Raminder Mittal
Executive Member PUCA
Ashoka College Of Nursing, Patiala
Meet Our JAC Members
Esteemed educationists and institutional heads working together under PUCA.
Sh. Satnam Singh Sandhu
Chief Patron, JAC
Sh. Manjit Singh
Patron, JAC
Sh. Jagjeet Singh
President, JAC
Sh. Gurmeet Singh Dhaliwal
Chairman, JAC
Sh. Dr. Anshu Kataria
CO-Chairman, JAC
Sh. Jasnik Singh Kakkar
Vice President, JAC
Sh. Satvinder S. Sandhu
Vice President, JAC
Sh. Vipin Sharma
Vice President, JAC
Sh. Shukhmander S. Chatha
Secretary (General), JAC
Sh. Shimanshu Gupta
Secretary (Finance), JAC
Sh. Rajinder Singh Dhanoa
Secretary, JAC
Partner Universities
PUCA member colleges are affiliated with leading universities across Punjab
How to Become a PUCA Member?
Clear Answers to Common Queries About PUCA
Institutions or individuals involved in the field of higher, technical, professional, or skill-based education can become PUCA members by submitting a membership application and fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria set by the association.
PUCA membership is open to:
Universities, colleges, and educational institutions
Trusts, societies, and organizations engaged in education
Educationists, academicians, and professionals associated with the education sector
Interested applicants can apply by:
Filling out the PUCA membership application form
Submitting required institutional or personal details
Attaching supporting documents as prescribed
Forwarding the completed application to the PUCA office for approval
(Online and offline application options may be available as notified by PUCA.)
Yes, PUCA membership requires payment of a nominal membership fee, which varies depending on the category of membership. Detailed fee structure can be obtained from the PUCA office or official communication channels.
PUCA members enjoy multiple benefits, including:
Representation of institutional issues before regulatory authorities
Policy advocacy and collective voice on education-related matters
Access to seminars, workshops, and academic forums
Networking opportunities with educational leaders and institutions
Updates on regulatory changes, admissions, approvals, and compliance matters
Support in addressing institutional challenges and grievances
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