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 - Jan 18, 2026 12:45 AM IST

Top colleges in India include DHENKANAL AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE, DNCVP Jalgaon, L&T Institute of Technology, Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women, Delhi Institute of Engineering Studies, BIT Dehradun, SLC Dehradun, Little Flower Polytechnic, Universal School of Biosciences, Jaipur Institute of Polytechnic and Technology. India has around 21674 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 21674 Colleges in India

DHENKANAL AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Dhenkanal, Odisha
Government
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

30,000 - 45,000
Get Fee Details
Odisha CHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

DHENKANAL AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE is a Government Institute, located in Dhenkanal, Odisha. Established in 1959, DHENKANAL AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE offers 3 programs such as BSc, PGDM, MBA in multiple specializations. DHENKANAL AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 45,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 63+ students

Course and Fee (5)

DNCVP Jalgaon

Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

DNCVP Jalgaon is a Private Institute, located in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. Established in 1996, DNCVP Jalgaon offers 3 programs such as BSW, Certificate, MSW in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 36+ students

L&T Institute of Technology

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+3 ISO , Mahashtra state board. , AICTE

L&T Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1983, L&T Institute of Technology offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 166+ students

Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women is a Private Institute, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1993, Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women offers 10 programs such as BCA, BSc, BBA, MSc, M.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 77+ students

Delhi Institute of Engineering Studies

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
ISO

JEECUP Exams

Delhi Institute of Engineering Studies is a Private Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in , Delhi Institute of Engineering Studies offers 6 programs such as BCA, M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma, MBA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 110+ students

BIT Dehradun

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
AICTE

BIT Dehradun is a Private Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 2006, BIT Dehradun offers 3 programs such as Diploma, BSc, B.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

SLC Dehradun

Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
BCI

64,600 - 1,00,000
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UKSEE Exams

SLC Dehradun is a Private Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 2003, SLC Dehradun offers 4 programs such as LLB, BA+LLB, LLM, BBA+LLB in multiple specializations. SLC Dehradun fees range from INR 64,600 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 8964+ students

Little Flower Polytechnic

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

30,150 - 90,450
Get Fee Details
JEECUP Exams

Little Flower Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2010, Little Flower Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Little Flower Polytechnic fees range from INR 30,150 - INR 90,450. Read More

Shortlisted by 67+ students

Universal School of Biosciences

Delhi, Delhi
Private
Other

3,250 - 12,500
Get Fee Details
3.9 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Universal School of Biosciences is a Private Institute, located in Delhi. Established in , Universal School of Biosciences offers 1 programs such as Certificate in multiple specializations. Universal School of Biosciences fees range from INR 3,250 - INR 12,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Jaipur Institute of Polytechnic and Technology

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 RBSE 10th

Jaipur Institute of Polytechnic and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Established in 2003, Jaipur Institute of Polytechnic and Technology offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 32+ students

The Oxford College of Law

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private Unaided

60,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

The Oxford College of Law is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2003, The Oxford College of Law offers 3 programs such as LLB, BA+LLB, BBA+LLB in multiple specializations. The Oxford College of Law fees range from INR 60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1157+ students

Vadodara Design Academy

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Vadodara, Gujarat
Private Unaided

Vadodara Design Academy is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Vadodara, Gujarat. Established in 2006, Vadodara Design Academy offers 2 programs such as B.Arch, M.Arch in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

Cmr Group Of Institutions

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

31,000 - 8,88,000
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6 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
COMEDK UGET Exams
...+3 DCET , KCET , CBSE 12th

Cmr Group Of Institutions specialties

Rankings : Consistently NIRF Ranked - CMRIT Bangalore ranked in the 151-200 band nationally in NIRF 2024 (Engineering) - CMR College of Engineering & Technology and CMR Technical Campus ranked in the 201-300 band in NIRF 2025

Region : Strategic Tech-Hub Presence - Campuses located in Bangalore (IT Capital) and Hyderabad (Major Tech Hub), providing direct access to Fortune 500 companies - Lakeside Campus in North Bangalore is strategically positioned near the International Airport and major IT corridors

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 10.25 - 16.0 L (Total) for B.Tech programs - Rs 3.5 - 7.0 L (Total) for MBA programs

ROI : Good Value - Median salary of Rs 6.60 LPA for UG graduates (CMRIT 2024) - High placement-to-fee ratio with top packages reaching Rs 44.1 LPA

Flagship Courses : Engineering & Architecture - B.Tech in Computer Science, AI & Machine Learning, and Data Science are the flagship programs - Council of Architecture (CoA) approved B.Arch program with a dedicated 60-acre design-focused campus

Specializations : Design Thinking & Innovation - Dedicated 'Makerspace' labs to foster hands-on engineering and prototyping - Curriculum integrated with Design Thinking modules to encourage creative problem-solving

Placements : TYL (Tie Your Laces) Program - Comprehensive 'Tie Your Laces' placement training starting from the first semester - Strong focus on Japanese placements through partnerships with firms like Zenken

Top Recruiters : IT, Consulting & E-commerce - Primary recruitment from Software Development, Data Analytics, and Core Engineering sectors - Top recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Capgemini, and Accenture

Diversity : Global Student Community - Home to students from over 58 different countries - Diverse campus culture with dedicated international student support and exchange programs

Internships : Industry-Embedded Internships - Mandatory internship programs with companies like Bosch, Mercedes-Benz, and IBM - Opportunities for international internships in Japan and Southeast Asia

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Alliances - Collaborations with IBM for Business Analytics Labs and Daffodil International University for faculty exchange - Integrated professional certifications with ACCA (UK) and CIMA for commerce students

Alumni : Extensive Professional Network - Strong network of 34,000+ alumni globally across Engineering, Management, and Pharmacy - Active alumni engagement through regular meets and mentorship programs

Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts - Availability of Single and Double occupancy rooms, which is a rare premium feature in the region - Facilities include high-speed Wi-Fi, biometric attendance, and 24/7 security

Infrastructure : Expansive Green Campuses - 60-acre Lakeside Campus in Bangalore and 70-acre Medchal Road campus in Hyderabad - Features international standard sports complexes, cricket stadiums, and high-tech digital classrooms

Shortlisted by 48+ students

BSF Institute of Technology

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

BSF Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1973, BSF Institute of Technology offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

PESCP bangalore

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

3,20,000 - 18,00,000
Get Fee Details
GATE Exams
...+5 Karnataka PGCET , NATA , KCET , PESSAT , JEE Main

PESCP bangalore is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1982, PESCP bangalore offers 10 programs such as BSc, BBA, D Pharma, B.Pharm, Pharm.D in multiple specializations. PESCP bangalore fees range from INR 3,20,000 - INR 18,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 240+ students

Gyan Ganga Polytechnic

Kurukshetra, Haryana
Private
AICTE

CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 HSTES

Gyan Ganga Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Kurukshetra, Haryana. Established in 1999, Gyan Ganga Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Basudev Somani College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mysuru, Karnataka
Private Aided
NAAC

Basudev Somani College is a Private Aided Institute, located in Mysuru, Karnataka. Established in 1978, Basudev Somani College offers 6 programs such as Certificate, MHRDM, M.Com, BBM, BA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

Rajaji Institute of Technology

Salem, Tamil Nadu
Private
DTE
...+1 AICTE

30,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 Tamilnadu 10th

Rajaji Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Salem, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1985, Rajaji Institute of Technology offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Rajaji Institute of Technology fees range from INR 30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1088+ students

LCRA bangalore

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

LCRA bangalore is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2007, LCRA bangalore offers 2 programs such as Certificate, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

BSE Institute Limited (BSEBTI), Delhi

Delhi, Delhi
Private

1,30,000
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11 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

BSE Institute Limited (BSEBTI), Delhi is a Private Institute, located in Delhi. Established in 1989, BSE Institute Limited (BSEBTI), Delhi offers 1 programs such as BMS in multiple specializations. BSE Institute Limited (BSEBTI), Delhi fees range from INR 1,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2499+ students

NDRK Institute Of Technology

Hassan, Karnataka
Private
DTE
...+1 AICTE

COMEDK UGET Exams
...+1 KCET

NDRK Institute Of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Hassan, Karnataka. Established in 2004, NDRK Institute Of Technology offers 2 programs such as Diploma, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 35+ students

SCERT Barabanki

Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

99,650
Get Fee Details

SCERT Barabanki is a Private Institute, located in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2007, SCERT Barabanki offers 5 programs such as PGDM, BBA, B.Pharm, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. SCERT Barabanki fees range from INR 99,650. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Government Polytechnic College (GPC), Kota

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Kota, Rajasthan
Government
AICTE
...+1 DTE

11,300 - 33,900
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 RBSE 10th

Government Polytechnic College (GPC), Kota is a Government Institute, located in Kota, Rajasthan. Established in 1960, Government Polytechnic College (GPC), Kota offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Government Polytechnic College (GPC), Kota fees range from INR 11,300 - INR 33,900. Read More

Shortlisted by 63+ students

KCL Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab
Private
NCTE

39,600
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

KCL Amritsar is a Private Institute, located in Amritsar, Punjab. Established in 2012, KCL Amritsar offers 3 programs such as LLB, B.Com+LLB, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. KCL Amritsar fees range from INR 39,600. Read More

Shortlisted by 176+ students

SKNCOA Pune

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

1,22,230 - 1,51,920
Get Fee Details
MAH-M.Arch-CET Exams

SKNCOA Pune is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 2015, SKNCOA Pune offers 2 programs such as B.Arch, M.Arch in multiple specializations. SKNCOA Pune fees range from INR 1,22,230 - INR 1,51,920. Read More

Shortlisted by 69+ students

Shrinathji Institute of Technology and Engineering

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Nathdwara, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

47,000 - 70,000
Get Fee Details
GATE Exams
...+2 REAP , JEE Main

Shrinathji Institute of Technology and Engineering is a Private Institute, located in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. Established in 2011, Shrinathji Institute of Technology and Engineering offers 5 programs such as BSc, B.Pharm, M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Shrinathji Institute of Technology and Engineering fees range from INR 47,000 - INR 70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2394+ students

DMIETR Wardha

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Wardha, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

42,560 - 2,64,000
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3.25 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
GPAT Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , MAH MBA CET , MHT-CET , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th

DMIETR Wardha is a Private Institute, located in Wardha, Maharashtra. Established in 2008, DMIETR Wardha offers 5 programs such as B.E., M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma, MBA in multiple specializations. DMIETR Wardha fees range from INR 42,560 - INR 2,64,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

Children Welfare Centre College of Law

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

35,250
Get Fee Details
MHCET Law Exams

Children Welfare Centre College of Law is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 2010, Children Welfare Centre College of Law offers 1 programs such as LLB in multiple specializations. Children Welfare Centre College of Law fees range from INR 35,250. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

BPC bangalore

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

BPC bangalore is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1992, BPC bangalore offers 3 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, D Pharma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

SECAB Institute of Engineering & Technology

Bijapur, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

30,000 - 3,60,000
Get Fee Details
4.9 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+4 Karnataka PGCET , KCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , CBSE 12th

SECAB Institute of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute, located in Bijapur, Karnataka. Established in 1996, SECAB Institute of Engineering & Technology offers 6 programs such as M.E., M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma, MBA in multiple specializations. SECAB Institute of Engineering & Technology fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 3,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 72+ 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 21674 Colleges in India

30,000 - 45,000

Odisha CHSE Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

JEECUP Exams

64,600 - 1,00,000

UKSEE Exams

30,150 - 90,450

JEECUP Exams

3,250 - 12,500

Avg Package

CBSE 10th Exams

60,000

CBSE 12th Exams

31,000 - 8,88,000

Avg Package

COMEDK UGET Exams

Cmr Group Of Institutions specialties

3,20,000 - 18,00,000

GATE Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

30,000

CBSE 10th Exams

1,30,000

Avg Package

COMEDK UGET Exams

99,650

11,300 - 33,900

CBSE 10th Exams

39,600

CBSE 12th Exams

1,22,230 - 1,51,920

MAH-M.Arch-CET Exams

47,000 - 70,000

GATE Exams

42,560 - 2,64,000

Highest Package

GPAT Exams

35,250

MHCET Law Exams

30,000 - 3,60,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

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