Top Colleges in India 2026: Ranking, Fees, Admission, Placement 2026Colleges in India

Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Dec 26, 2025 12:14 AM IST

Top colleges in India include NDUAT Faizabad, Bishop Heber College - [BHC], Thiruchirapalli, NIT Jalandhar, CDC Ludhiana, Savvy College of Fashion and Jewellery Design, Amity University Ranchi, Ideal Institute of Nursing, Lucky Institute of Professional Studies, UCMS New Delhi, IIT Bhubaneswar. India has around 21738 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 21738 Colleges in India

NDUAT Faizabad

3.6
(5 Reviews)
Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh
State University

UPSEE Exams
...+2 UPCATET , ICAR AIEEA

NDUAT Faizabad is a State University University, established in 1975. Located in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, NDUAT Faizabad offers 6 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers B.Tech, MSc, MBA, MVSc, M.Tech programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 42+ students

Bishop Heber College - [BHC], Thiruchirapalli , Tiruchirappalli

4.3
(18 Reviews)
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Private Aided
UGC
...+1 NAAC

Bishop Heber College - [BHC], Thiruchirapalli is a Private Aided Institute, established in 1966. Located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, Bishop Heber College - [BHC], Thiruchirapalli offers 17 programs at the Certificate, Ph.D, Diploma, UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, MCA, BA, B.Com, MSc programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 187+ students

NIT Jalandhar

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Government
AICTE

7,500 - 1,59,000
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12.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
CCMT Exams
...+6 JEE Main , DASA UG , CAT , IIT JAM , CCMN , JEE Advanced

Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar specialties

Ranking : Top National Engineering Rank - Ranked #55 Nationally (NIRF 2025 Engineering) - Consistently among t
Region : Strategic Industrial Hub Access - Located in Punjab's prominent industrial belt - Proximity to diver
Fees : Mid-Range Fees -Rs 6.56 L (Total) for B.Tech program -Rs 2.98 L (Total) for M.Tech program
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest placement packages - Strong career growth
Flagship Course : High-Demand Engineering Programs - Computer Science Engineering (CSE) - Information Technology (IT)
Specialization : Industry-Aligned Specializations - CSE with highest average packages - VLSI Design, Signal Processin
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - IT, Consulting, Core Engineering sectors - Top companies like Microsoft,
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - Technology & IT (Google, Amazon, Microsoft) - Core Engineering (L&T, S
Diversity : Fostering Global Community - Active international student engagement - Promotes multicultural campus
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Mandatory internships with top firms - Interns at Microsoft, Amazon,
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - Student exchange with Inha University, S. Korea - MoUs with univer
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Leaders in business (MobiKwik, Morgan Stanley) - UPSC Civil Services

Shortlisted by 1101+ students

CDC Ludhiana

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
Private

17,55,000
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NEET MDS Exams

CDC Ludhiana is a Private Institute, established in 1894. Located in Ludhiana, Punjab, CDC Ludhiana offers 2 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BDS, MDS programs in multiple specializations. CDC Ludhiana fees range from INR 17,55,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 139+ students

Savvy College of Fashion and Jewellery Design

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Nashik, Maharashtra
Private
Govt. of M

Savvy College of Fashion and Jewellery Design is a Private Institute, established in . Located in Nashik, Maharashtra, Savvy College of Fashion and Jewellery Design offers 3 programs at the Certificate, UG and Diploma levels. It offers BSc, Certificate, Diploma programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 83+ students

Amity University Ranchi

4.4
(24 Reviews)
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Private
UGC

36,000 - 4,21,820
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 JAC 12th , Amity JEE

Amity University Ranchi is a Private Institute, established in 2016. Located in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Amity University Ranchi offers 21 programs at the Ph.D, UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, B.Com+LLB, MA, PGDCA, MBA programs in multiple specializations. Amity University Ranchi fees range from INR 36,000 - INR 4,21,820. Read More

Shortlisted by 9197+ students

Ideal Institute of Nursing

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

1,50,000 - 1,60,000
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Ideal Institute of Nursing is a Private Institute, established in 2022. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, Ideal Institute of Nursing offers 2 programs at the UG levels. It offers BSc, GNM programs in multiple specializations. Ideal Institute of Nursing fees range from INR 1,50,000 - INR 1,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 4110+ students

Lucky Institute of Professional Studies

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

54,000 - 2,00,000
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2.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
MAT Exams
...+6 B.Ed. , RBSE 12th , CTET , CAT , UP B.Ed. Joint , CBSE 12th

Lucky Institute of Professional Studies is a Private Institute, established in 2001. Located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Lucky Institute of Professional Studies offers 15 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, B.Pharm, M.Ed, MCA, BA programs in multiple specializations. Lucky Institute of Professional Studies fees range from INR 54,000 - INR 2,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 200+ students

UCMS New Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi
Government
Other
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

13,000 - 39,000
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NEET Exams
...+3 NEET PG , NEET SS , NEET MDS

UCMS New Delhi is a Government Institute, established in 1971. Located in New Delhi, Delhi, UCMS New Delhi offers 9 programs at the Ph.D, UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, MS, DM, MDS, MSc programs in multiple specializations. UCMS New Delhi fees range from INR 13,000 - INR 39,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 737+ students

IIT Bhubaneswar

3.8
(9 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Government
AICTE

10,000 - 8,10,000
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10 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
#80 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+4 IIT JAM , CUET PG , JEE Advanced , GATE

IIT Bhubaneswar specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Rank #39 NIRF Engineering 2025 - Rank #80 NIRF Overall 2025
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Emerging IT Investment Region - Proximity to research centers, MNCs
Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure - Rs 9.07-11.28 L (Total B.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest packages
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Specialization : Unique Interdisciplinary Focus - Interdisciplinary studies, fractal academics - Marine campus for cl
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - High placement rates (B.Tech 84.6%) - Top MNCs and PSUs recruit
Top Industries : Diverse Recruitment Sectors - IT (Google, Microsoft, Flipkart) - PSUs (BEL, HPCL, Oil India)
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Pre-final year students secure offers - Internships at Google, Goldm
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - MoUs with international universities - Research with NTU Singapore,
Alumni : Accomplished Alumni Network - Successful in competitive programming - Leaders in various engineering
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagement - Adjunct/Visiting faculty from industry - Professor-of-practice for coll

Shortlisted by 401+ students

Tuli College of Hotel Management

Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

45,000 - 59,500
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Tuli College of Hotel Management is a Private Institute, established in 1999. Located in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Tuli College of Hotel Management offers 7 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, MSc, Diploma, B.Voc, BHM programs in multiple specializations. Tuli College of Hotel Management fees range from INR 45,000 - INR 59,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 71+ students

Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Education

Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Private
NCTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Education is a Private Institute, established in 2006. Located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Education offers 2 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers M.Ed, B.Ed programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
MCI

4,50,000 - 18,01,000
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NEET Exams
...+2 NEET PG , NEET SS

PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research is a Private Institute, established in 1985. Located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research offers 7 programs at the Ph.D, UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers DM, MBBS, Diploma, MCh, MD programs in multiple specializations. PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research fees range from INR 4,50,000 - INR 18,01,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 493+ students

GN Prem Karamsar College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kapurthala, Punjab
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

GN Prem Karamsar College is a Private Institute, established in 1970. Located in Kapurthala, Punjab, GN Prem Karamsar College offers 7 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, B.Tech, BA, B.Com, B.E. programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

RMLNLU

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Public
BCI
...+1 UGC

1,400 - 2,50,000
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CLAT Exams

RMLNLU is a Public Institute, established in 2005. Located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, RMLNLU offers 6 programs at the Certificate, Ph.D, Diploma, UG and PG levels. It offers LLM, BA+LLB, Certificate, Diploma, PhD programs in multiple specializations. RMLNLU fees range from INR 1,400 - INR 2,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 401+ students

Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology

Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

4,00,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology is a Private Institute, established in 1994. Located in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology offers 4 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, MHM, Diploma, BHMCT programs in multiple specializations. Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology fees range from INR 4,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

1,00,000 - 1,88,000
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+2 GNIHM JET , NCHMCT JEE

Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management is a Private Institute, established in 2005. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management offers 7 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, BA, MSc, Diploma, BHMCT programs in multiple specializations. Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management fees range from INR 1,00,000 - INR 1,88,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 4094+ students

Course and Fee (16)

Haringhata Mahavidyalaya

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Nadia, West Bengal
Government Aided
NAAC

800 - 2,400
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1.8 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Haringhata Mahavidyalaya is a Government Aided Institute, established in 1986. Located in Nadia, West Bengal, Haringhata Mahavidyalaya offers 3 programs at the UG levels. It offers BSc, B.Com, BA programs in multiple specializations. Haringhata Mahavidyalaya fees range from INR 800 - INR 2,400. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Government Medical College , Kota

Kota, Rajasthan

NEET Exams

Government Medical College is a None Institute, established in . Located in Kota, Rajasthan, Government Medical College offers 2 programs at the UG levels. It offers MBBS, BDS programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

IAM Kolkata

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

15,000 - 1,75,000
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IAM Kolkata is a Private Institute, established in 1989. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, IAM Kolkata offers 5 programs at the Certificate, UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, Certificate, Diploma, MBA, B.T.T.M. programs in multiple specializations. IAM Kolkata fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 1,75,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6286+ students

Jai Bharath Arts & Science College, Kochi

4.2
(21 Reviews)
Kochi, Kerala
Private

20,000 - 71,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

Jai Bharath Arts & Science College, Kochi is a Private Institute, established in 2002. Located in Kochi, Kerala, Jai Bharath Arts & Science College, Kochi offers 10 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, B.Tech, BA, B.Com, MSc programs in multiple specializations. Jai Bharath Arts & Science College, Kochi fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 71,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1655+ students

Course and Fee (33)

Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication (AIMS), Delhi

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC

2,65,000 - 2,85,000
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2.85 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication (AIMS), Delhi is a Private Institute, established in 2003. Located in Delhi, Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication (AIMS), Delhi offers 2 programs at the PG levels. It offers PGDM, PGD programs in multiple specializations. Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication (AIMS), Delhi fees range from INR 2,65,000 - INR 2,85,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 18821+ students

IITM Delhi

4.5
(85 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

1,45,000 - 1,55,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 JEE Main

IITM Delhi is a Private Institute, established in 2002. Located in Delhi, IITM Delhi offers 6 programs at the UG levels. It offers B.Tech, BA+LLB, BCA, BBA, LLB programs in multiple specializations. IITM Delhi fees range from INR 1,45,000 - INR 1,55,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 76111+ students

R.V. College of Nursing

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
INC

1,00,000 - 1,01,000
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CBSE 12th Exams

R.V. College of Nursing is a Private Institute, established in 2003. Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, R.V. College of Nursing offers 2 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, MSc programs in multiple specializations. R.V. College of Nursing fees range from INR 1,00,000 - INR 1,01,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 854+ students

Bhartiya Skill Development University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

50,000 - 10,06,000
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Bhartiya Skill Development University is a Private Institute, established in 2017. Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Bhartiya Skill Development University offers 4 programs at the Certificate, UG and PG levels. It offers Certificate, B.Tech, M.Voc, B.Voc programs in multiple specializations. Bhartiya Skill Development University fees range from INR 50,000 - INR 10,06,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 380+ students

LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 Other , Government of Karnataka

1,80,000 - 5,50,000
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LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore is a Private Institute, established in 2013. Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore offers 4 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers BSc, MBA, Diploma, B.Des programs in multiple specializations. LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore fees range from INR 1,80,000 - INR 5,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 23561+ students

GRIMT Yamunanagar

4.6
(33 Reviews)
Yamunanagar, Haryana
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+2 PCI , DTE

37,500 - 73,000
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JEE Main Exams
...+1 HSTES

GRIMT Yamunanagar is a Private Unaided Institute, established in 2008. Located in Yamunanagar, Haryana, GRIMT Yamunanagar offers 8 programs at the UG, Diploma and PG levels. It offers B.Pharm, B.Tech, M.Tech, Diploma, D Pharma programs in multiple specializations. GRIMT Yamunanagar fees range from INR 37,500 - INR 73,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 27890+ students

IIST Thiruvananthapuram

4.5
(8 Reviews)
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Deemed to be University
UGC

21,150 - 6,25,000
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7.6 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
JEST Exams
...+6 Kerala 12th , CBSE 12th , UGC NET , CSIR NET , JEE Main , CAT

IIST Thiruvananthapuram is a Deemed to be University Institute, established in 2007. Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, IIST Thiruvananthapuram offers 6 programs at the Ph.D, UG and PG levels. It offers MS, B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, PhD, M.Tech programs in multiple specializations. IIST Thiruvananthapuram fees range from INR 21,150 - INR 6,25,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 244+ students

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Rahuri, Maharashtra

1,50,000
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ICAR AIEEA Exams

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth is a None University, established in 1969. Located in Rahuri, Maharashtra, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth offers 2 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BSc, MSc programs in multiple specializations. Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth fees range from INR 1,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 304+ students

Course and Fee (5)

JSS Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mysuru, Karnataka
Private

3,02,000
Get Fee Details
NEET Exams

JSS Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital is a Private Institute, established in 1996. Located in Mysuru, Karnataka, JSS Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital offers 2 programs at the UG and PG levels. It offers BAMS, MD programs in multiple specializations. JSS Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital fees range from INR 3,02,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 192+ students

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 21738 Colleges in India

UPSEE Exams

7,500 - 1,59,000

Avg Package

CCMT Exams

Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar specialties

17,55,000

NEET MDS Exams

36,000 - 4,21,820

CBSE 12th Exams

1,50,000 - 1,60,000

54,000 - 2,00,000

Avg Package

MAT Exams

13,000 - 39,000

NEET Exams

10,000 - 8,10,000

Avg Package

#80 NIRF Ranking

JEE Main Exams

IIT Bhubaneswar specialties

45,000 - 59,500

CBSE 12th Exams

4,50,000 - 18,01,000

NEET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

1,400 - 2,50,000

CLAT Exams

4,00,000

CBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 - 1,88,000

CBSE 10th Exams

800 - 2,400

Median Package

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET Exams

15,000 - 1,75,000

20,000 - 71,000

CBSE 12th Exams

2,65,000 - 2,85,000

Avg Package

1,45,000 - 1,55,000

CBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 - 1,01,000

CBSE 12th Exams

50,000 - 10,06,000

1,80,000 - 5,50,000

37,500 - 73,000

JEE Main Exams

21,150 - 6,25,000

Avg Package

JEST Exams

1,50,000

ICAR AIEEA Exams

3,02,000

NEET Exams

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