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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Dec 30, 2025 12:51 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Gry Institute of Pharmacy, GEC Gwalior, Srimad Andavan Arts & Science College, Vignan's LARA Institute of Technology & Science, DCP Cuttack, Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Aditanar College of Arts and Science (ACAS), Thoothukudi, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata, HMS Institute Of Technology, MAM College of Pharmacy. India has around 21707 colleges, out of these 1563 are government and 15484 are privately owned. Admissions to top colleges in India are mainly based on national-level entrance examinations such as MDU, CEE AMPAI Masters, SPSAT, UPESEAT, PID DAT, PGET, CENTAC, IRMASAT, JIPMER MDS, DU.

Showing 21707 Colleges in India

Gry Institute of Pharmacy

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

57,000
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GPAT Exams
...+2 MPBSE 12th , CBSE 12th

Gry Institute of Pharmacy is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2001, Gry Institute of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, D Pharma in multiple specializations. Gry Institute of Pharmacy fees range from INR 57,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

GEC Gwalior

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

45,500 - 1,82,000
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JEE Main Exams

GEC Gwalior is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2003, GEC Gwalior offers 2 programs such as B.E., B.Tech in multiple specializations. GEC Gwalior fees range from INR 45,500 - INR 1,82,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 72+ students

Srimad Andavan Arts & Science College

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
NAAC

Srimad Andavan Arts & Science College is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2010, Srimad Andavan Arts & Science College offers 15 programs such as B.Com, BBA, M.Com, MSc, Certificate in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 190+ students

Vignan's LARA Institute of Technology & Science

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

31,000 - 1,52,000
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AP EAMCET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , BIEAP

Vignan's LARA Institute of Technology & Science is a Private Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, Vignan's LARA Institute of Technology & Science offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MCA in multiple specializations. Vignan's LARA Institute of Technology & Science fees range from INR 31,000 - INR 1,52,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 357+ students

DCP Cuttack

Cuttack, Odisha
Private Unaided
AICTE

OJEE Exams
...+1 GPAT

DCP Cuttack is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Cuttack, Odisha. Established in 2005, DCP Cuttack offers 3 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 47+ students

Sardar Patel College of Engineering

4.2
(8 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+1 NAAC

60,000 - 1,20,000
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5.5 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
UGC Exams
...+6 MHT-CET , MHTCET MTech , JEE Main , JEST , GATE , CSIR

Sardar Patel College of Engineering is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1962, Sardar Patel College of Engineering offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, PhD in multiple specializations. Sardar Patel College of Engineering fees range from INR 60,000 - INR 1,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 470+ students

Aditanar College of Arts and Science (ACAS), Thoothukudi

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

Aditanar College of Arts and Science (ACAS), Thoothukudi is a Private Institute, located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1965, Aditanar College of Arts and Science (ACAS), Thoothukudi offers 8 programs such as B.Com, BBA, MSc, M.Phil, MA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 60+ students

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Public
UGC
...+1 NAAC

10,000 - 10,48,500
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29.1 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
XAT Exams
...+4 IIFT , CAT , MAT , CMAT

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata is a Public Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2006, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata offers 2 programs such as PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata fees range from INR 10,000 - INR 10,48,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 154+ students

HMS Institute Of Technology

4.8
(4 Reviews)
Tumkur, Karnataka
Private

13,407 - 1,29,390
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Karnataka SSLC Exams
...+4 Karnataka PGCET , JEE Main , GATE , CBSE 10th

HMS Institute Of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Tumkur, Karnataka. Established in 1997, HMS Institute Of Technology offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma, MBA in multiple specializations. HMS Institute Of Technology fees range from INR 13,407 - INR 1,29,390. Read More

Shortlisted by 91+ students

MAM College of Pharmacy

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private
PCI

63,000 - 1,40,000
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AP EAMCET Exams
...+2 AP PGECET , GPAT

MAM College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, MAM College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. MAM College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 63,000 - INR 1,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 17+ students

Srinivasa Institute of Engineering and Technology

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

25,000 - 1,25,000
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GATE Exams
...+3 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , AP POLYCET

Srinivasa Institute of Engineering and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2002, Srinivasa Institute of Engineering and Technology offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. Srinivasa Institute of Engineering and Technology fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 1,25,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 560+ students

CV Raman Global University

4.2
(37 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
Government
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

30,000 - 2,90,000
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5.2 Lacs
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Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+3 OJEE , JEE Main , CGET

CV Raman Global University is a Private Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 1997, CV Raman Global University offers 11 programs such as BBA, MSc, MTA, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. CV Raman Global University fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 2,90,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 68647+ students

Sri Vasavi Institute Of Engineering And Technology

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Krishna, Andhra Pradesh
Private
ISO
...+1 AICTE

35,000 - 1,29,000
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6 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+3 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , AP POLYCET

Sri Vasavi Institute Of Engineering And Technology is a Private Institute, located in Krishna, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, Sri Vasavi Institute Of Engineering And Technology offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. Sri Vasavi Institute Of Engineering And Technology fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 1,29,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 691+ students

Spectrum Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research

Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+3 NIPER JEE , CBSE 12th , UP 12th

Spectrum Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research is a Private Institute, located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2007, Spectrum Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

Pazhassi Raja College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Wayanad, Kerala
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

9,000 - 1,51,000
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3.7 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Pazhassi Raja College is a Private Institute, located in Wayanad, Kerala. Established in 1982, Pazhassi Raja College offers 9 programs such as B.Com, M.Com, MSc, B.Voc, MTA in multiple specializations. Pazhassi Raja College fees range from INR 9,000 - INR 1,51,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 85+ students

SCMS Pune

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

9,10,000
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6.8 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
SET Exams

Symbiosis Center for Management Studies specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Rank #1 Nationally (NIRF 2025, 6th year) - Global MBA #41 (FT 2024)
Region : Strategic Business Hub Location - Proximity to major industrial and financial hubs - Access to diver
Fees : High Investment, Premium Education - PGP:Rs26.50-27.5 L (Total) - PGPX:Rs35-37.10 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High placement packages ensure quick ROI - Global leadership roles
Flagship Course : Flagship Management Programs - Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) - PGP in Food and Agri-Bu
Specialization : Niche & Cutting-Edge Specializations - Agri-Business Management: #1 globally ranked program - Blende
Placement Focus : Dominant Consulting & BFSI Placements - Top roles in Consulting, BFSI, Technology sectors - Highest
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - Consulting (BCG, Accenture, McKinsey) - BFSI (Goldman Sachs, Standard
Diversity : Inclusive & Diverse Cohorts - 50% non-engineering students in PGP 2025-27 - Support for physically d
Internship : Premier Summer Internship Opportunities - 100% summer placements for PGP class of 2026 - Internships
Partnerships/Exchange USP : Extensive Global & Corporate Collaborations - International student exchange programs (100+ seats) -
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Raghuram Rajan, Ajay Banga, Sanjeev Bikhchandani - CEOs, entrepr
Guest Lecturers : Insights from Industry Stalwarts - Leadership Lecture Series with top industry leaders - Distinguish

Shortlisted by 54+ students

Shree Ramkrishna Institute of Science and Technology

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

40,000 - 50,000
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JEXPO Exams

Shree Ramkrishna Institute of Science and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2008, Shree Ramkrishna Institute of Science and Technology offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Shree Ramkrishna Institute of Science and Technology fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 372+ students

Santiniketan Institute of Polytechnic

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Birbhum, West Bengal
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

18,000 - 54,000
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3 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
JEXPO Exams

Santiniketan Institute of Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Birbhum, West Bengal. Established in 2010, Santiniketan Institute of Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Santiniketan Institute of Polytechnic fees range from INR 18,000 - INR 54,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 156+ students

RINPAS Ranchi

Ranchi, Jharkhand
Government

NEET PG Exams

RINPAS Ranchi is a Government Institute, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Established in 1925, RINPAS Ranchi offers 3 programs such as MD, Diploma, M.Phil in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 104+ students

Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Hassan, Karnataka
Private
Ministry o

3,02,000
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Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda is a Private Institute, located in Hassan, Karnataka. Established in 1992, Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda offers 4 programs such as MD, BAMS, Certificate, MS (Surgery) in multiple specializations. Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda fees range from INR 3,02,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 212+ students

Global Institute of Science and Technology

Haldia, West Bengal
Private
Other

JEXPO Exams

Global Institute of Science and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Haldia, West Bengal. Established in 2006, Global Institute of Science and Technology offers 2 programs such as BCA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 73+ students

BHARATHI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Mandya, Karnataka
Private

15,000 - 50,000
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BHARATHI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute, located in Mandya, Karnataka. Established in 1985, BHARATHI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. BHARATHI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 11+ students

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Hindusthan Institute of Technology

2.6
(10 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

35,000 - 3,00,000
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NIMCET Exams
...+4 CBSE 12th , GATE , TANCET MBA , TNEA

Hindusthan Institute of Technology is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2007, Hindusthan Institute of Technology offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MCA, MBA in multiple specializations. Hindusthan Institute of Technology fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 3,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 157+ students

KCC Institute of Legal And Higher Education

4.0
(12 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

85,000
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6 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
LSAT Exams
...+2 CLAT , IPU CET

KCC Institute of Legal And Higher Education is a Private Institute, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2018, KCC Institute of Legal And Higher Education offers 6 programs such as B.Com, BBA, BA, BCA, BBA+LLB in multiple specializations. KCC Institute of Legal And Higher Education fees range from INR 85,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 21717+ students

Chikitsak Samuha's Sir Sitaram and Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science and V. P. Varde College of Commerce and Economics

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
ISO
...+1 NAAC

71,110
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MAH MBA CET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , Maharashtra HSC

Chikitsak Samuha's Sir Sitaram and Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science and V. P. Varde College of Commerce and Economics is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1964, Chikitsak Samuha's Sir Sitaram and Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science and V. P. Varde College of Commerce and Economics offers 11 programs such as BMS, B.Com, Certificate, M.Com, MSc in multiple specializations. Chikitsak Samuha's Sir Sitaram and Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science and V. P. Varde College of Commerce and Economics fees range from INR 71,110. Read More

Shortlisted by 178+ students

MITE Mangalore

3.8
(9 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

1,45,000 - 3,60,000
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4.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
COMEDK UGET Exams
...+6 XAT , GMAT , CAT , MAT , Karnataka PGCET , KCET

MITE Mangalore is a Private Institute, located in Mangalore, Karnataka. Established in 2007, MITE Mangalore offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MCA, MBA in multiple specializations. MITE Mangalore fees range from INR 1,45,000 - INR 3,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 313+ students

NHMC Delhi

Delhi, Delhi
Government
Other

NEET Exams

NHMC Delhi is a Government Institute, located in Delhi. Established in 1967, NHMC Delhi offers 2 programs such as MD, BHMS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 345+ students

MITTAL INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Private

62,000 - 1,82,000
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MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

MITTAL INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2008, MITTAL INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. MITTAL INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 62,000 - INR 1,82,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

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St. Mary's Technical Campus

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

WBJEE Exams
...+2 JEE Main , JEXPO

St. Mary's Technical Campus is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in , St. Mary's Technical Campus offers 6 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MCA, Diploma, MBA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

AADHI BHAGAWAN COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Private

28,000 - 48,000
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AADHI BHAGAWAN COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute, located in Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2007, AADHI BHAGAWAN COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. AADHI BHAGAWAN COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 28,000 - INR 48,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 46+ students

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FAQs

Which are the top 10 private engineering colleges in India in 2025?

The leading private engineering colleges include BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, SRM University, Manipal Institute of Technology, Amity University, Shiv Nadar University, IIIT Hyderabad (deemed private), PES University, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, and UPES Dehradun. These colleges offer strong industry connections and placements

What is the rank of Indian universities in the world in 2025?

In global rankings, IISc Bangalore, IIT Bombay, and IIT Delhi feature in the top 200 of the QS World University Rankings 2025. IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur follow closely. These institutions are globally recognized for research and STEM education.

Which are the top 10 universities in India in 2025?

As of 2025, top Indian universities include IIT Madras, IISc Bangalore, IIT Delhi, JNU, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Delhi University, University of Hyderabad, Jamia Millia Islamia, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education. These are evaluated on academics, research, and innovation.

What are the best government colleges in India in 2025?

Government-run top institutions include IITs (like IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay), IIMs (such as IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore), AIIMS New Delhi, JNU, IISc Bangalore, and NITs like NIT Trichy and NIT Surathkal. These institutions are known for quality education and national prestige.

Which are the top private colleges in India in 2025?

Top private colleges across India include BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Amity University Noida, Manipal Institute of Technology, Ashoka University, Shiv Nadar University, and Symbiosis Pune. These colleges perform well in engineering, science, liberal arts, and business.

What are the top engineering colleges in India in 2025?

The top engineering colleges for 2025 are IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, NIT Trichy, IIIT Hyderabad, BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, and BITS Pilani Hyderabad. IITs dominate for government institutes, while BITS and IIITs lead the private list.

Which are the top colleges in Delhi in India 2025?

Top Delhi-based institutions in 2025 include IIT Delhi, AIIMS Delhi, Delhi University (especially colleges like St Stephens and Miranda House), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), and Jamia Millia Islamia. These are consistently ranked high across engineering, medical, and liberal arts streams.

Top Colleges in India 2026

Showing 21707 Colleges in India

57,000

GPAT Exams

45,500 - 1,82,000

JEE Main Exams

31,000 - 1,52,000

AP EAMCET Exams

OJEE Exams

60,000 - 1,20,000

Highest Package

UGC Exams

10,000 - 10,48,500

Avg Package

XAT Exams

13,407 - 1,29,390

Karnataka SSLC Exams

63,000 - 1,40,000

AP EAMCET Exams

25,000 - 1,25,000

GATE Exams

30,000 - 2,90,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

35,000 - 1,29,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

GPAT Exams

9,000 - 1,51,000

Avg Package

CBSE 12th Exams

9,10,000

Median Package

SET Exams

Symbiosis Center for Management Studies specialties

40,000 - 50,000

JEXPO Exams

18,000 - 54,000

Avg Package

JEXPO Exams

NEET PG Exams

3,02,000

JEXPO Exams

15,000 - 50,000

35,000 - 3,00,000

NIMCET Exams

85,000

Avg Package

LSAT Exams

71,110

MAH MBA CET Exams

1,45,000 - 3,60,000

Avg Package

COMEDK UGET Exams

NEET Exams

62,000 - 1,82,000

MPBSE 12th Exams

WBJEE Exams

28,000 - 48,000

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