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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Jan 19, 2026 12:30 AM IST

There are 21665 top colleges in India offering courses across multiple streams, including Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Science, Arts and Humanities. Choose from 1563 government and 15484 private colleges, with the fees range from INR 13 - INR 7,24,78,800. Admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination or entrance exams like MDU, CEE AMPAI Masters, SPSAT, UPESEAT, PID DAT, PGET, CENTAC, IRMASAT, JIPMER MDS, DU. Top colleges in India include Pt. Moti Lal Nehru Law College, IBS Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad, Nimra Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Krishna, Lord Buddha Institute of Technology & Science, UEI Global (UEI), Pune, MECS Hyderabad, N. S. Soti Law College, Saintgits Institute of Management, Mangalore Institute of Fire and Safety Engineering, IMA Bhubaneswar. Check all details for colleges in India and find your perfect fit.

Showing 21665 Colleges in India

Pt. Moti Lal Nehru Law College

Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 Other

6,500 - 16,000
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Pt. Moti Lal Nehru Law College is a Private Institute, located in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1961, Pt. Moti Lal Nehru Law College offers 3 programs such as BA+LLB, LLM, LLB in multiple specializations. Pt. Moti Lal Nehru Law College fees range from INR 6,500 - INR 16,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 96+ students

IBS Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private

1,20,000 - 9,09,000
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7.81 Lacs
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CAT Exams

IBS Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad is a Private Institute, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 1995, IBS Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad offers 2 programs such as PGPM, PhD in multiple specializations. IBS Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad fees range from INR 1,20,000 - INR 9,09,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 16995+ students

Nimra Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Krishna

Krishna, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

1,00,000
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AP PGECET Exams
...+1 AP EAMCET

Nimra Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Krishna is a Private Institute, located in Krishna, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2006, Nimra Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Krishna offers 3 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Nimra Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Krishna fees range from INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Lord Buddha Institute of Technology & Science

Kota, Rajasthan
Private

12,000 - 66,000
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Lord Buddha Institute of Technology & Science is a Private Institute, located in Kota, Rajasthan. Established in , Lord Buddha Institute of Technology & Science offers 4 programs such as MSc, BSc, D Pharma, BA in multiple specializations. Lord Buddha Institute of Technology & Science fees range from INR 12,000 - INR 66,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 4946+ students

UEI Global (UEI), Pune

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private

18,000 - 1,50,000
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5.3 Lacs
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Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

UEI Global (UEI), Pune is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 2007, UEI Global (UEI), Pune offers 8 programs such as MBA, BHM, BBA, Certificate, BBA+MBA in multiple specializations. UEI Global (UEI), Pune fees range from INR 18,000 - INR 1,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2555+ students

MECS Hyderabad

4.4
(12 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

1,05,000 - 4,20,000
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TS EAMCET Exams

MECS Hyderabad is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2011, MECS Hyderabad offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. MECS Hyderabad fees range from INR 1,05,000 - INR 4,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 109+ students

N. S. Soti Law College

Sangli, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

N. S. Soti Law College is a Private Institute, located in Sangli, Maharashtra. Established in 1969, N. S. Soti Law College offers 3 programs such as LLM, Diploma, LLB in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 61+ students

Saintgits Institute of Management

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kottayam, Kerala
Private
AICTE

1,80,000 - 3,60,000
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2.41 Lacs
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CMAT Exams
...+1 CAT

Saintgits Institute of Management is a Private Institute, located in Kottayam, Kerala. Established in 2006, Saintgits Institute of Management offers 3 programs such as Certificate, MBA, PhD in multiple specializations. Saintgits Institute of Management fees range from INR 1,80,000 - INR 3,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 23+ students

Mangalore Institute of Fire and Safety Engineering

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
Government

CBSE 10th Exams

Mangalore Institute of Fire and Safety Engineering is a Private Institute, located in Mangalore, Karnataka. Established in 2007, Mangalore Institute of Fire and Safety Engineering offers 3 programs such as Diploma, MBA, PGD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

IMA Bhubaneswar

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
Other

1,20,000
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6 Lacs
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IMA Bhubaneswar is a Private Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 1999, IMA Bhubaneswar offers 2 programs such as MSc, BSc in multiple specializations. IMA Bhubaneswar fees range from INR 1,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 80+ students

Viswanadha Institute of Technology & Management

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

7.2 Lacs
Highest Package
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GATE Exams
...+4 AP PGECET , AP EAMCET , AP ICET , JEE Main

Viswanadha Institute of Technology & Management is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1998, Viswanadha Institute of Technology & Management offers 3 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 65+ students

Vikramaditya College

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Private
Other

4.6 Lacs
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MPBSE 12th Exams
...+6 CMAT , XAT , SET , GMAT , AIMA , UGAT

Vikramaditya College is a Private Institute, located in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2011, Vikramaditya College offers 6 programs such as MBA, BBA, M.Com, BCA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 58+ students

Nanakchand Anglo Sanskrit College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

1,002 - 35,936
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CBSE 12th Exams

Nanakchand Anglo Sanskrit College is a Private Institute, located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1952, Nanakchand Anglo Sanskrit College offers 10 programs such as M.Ed, M.Com, LLM, LLB, B.Ed in multiple specializations. Nanakchand Anglo Sanskrit College fees range from INR 1,002 - INR 35,936. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

Valia Institute of technology

Bharuch, Gujarat
Private
AICTE

47,000
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Valia Institute of technology is a Private Institute, located in Bharuch, Gujarat. Established in 2002, Valia Institute of technology offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Valia Institute of technology fees range from INR 47,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 17+ students

Sardar Patel Education Campus, Anand

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Anand, Gujarat
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

13,500 - 1,24,426
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GATE Exams
...+5 GSEB 12th , GUJCET , CBSE 12th , GPAT , JEE Main

Sardar Patel Education Campus, Anand is a Private Institute, located in Anand, Gujarat. Established in 2007, Sardar Patel Education Campus, Anand offers 15 programs such as MBA, MSc, M.Pharm, B.E., BBA in multiple specializations. Sardar Patel Education Campus, Anand fees range from INR 13,500 - INR 1,24,426. Read More

Shortlisted by 10802+ students

Sasurie Academy of Engineering

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
AICTE

35,000 - 1,00,000
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GATE Exams
...+4 TANCET , TANCET MBA , TNEA , CBSE 12th

Sasurie Academy of Engineering is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2007, Sasurie Academy of Engineering offers 4 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.E., B.Tech in multiple specializations. Sasurie Academy of Engineering fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

SCMS Kochi

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Kochi, Kerala
Private
AICTE

1,90,000
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CMAT Exams
...+3 XAT , CAT , MAT

SCMS Kochi is a Private Institute, located in Kochi, Kerala. Established in 1958, SCMS Kochi offers 2 programs such as PGD, PGDM in multiple specializations. SCMS Kochi fees range from INR 1,90,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

GIET School of Pharmacy, Rajamahendravaram

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
Private
PCI
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

60,000 - 1,95,000
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AP PGECET Exams
...+1 GPAT

GIET School of Pharmacy, Rajamahendravaram is a Private Institute, located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2004, GIET School of Pharmacy, Rajamahendravaram offers 3 programs such as B.Pharm, Pharm.D, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. GIET School of Pharmacy, Rajamahendravaram fees range from INR 60,000 - INR 1,95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 3991+ students

REC Coimbatore

1.0
(1 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
AICTE

17,500 - 50,000
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GATE Exams
...+4 TANCET , TANCET MBA , TNEA , CBSE 12th

REC Coimbatore is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2007, REC Coimbatore offers 3 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. REC Coimbatore fees range from INR 17,500 - INR 50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

SDMCA Udupi

3.7
(3 Reviews)
Udupi, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

SDMCA Udupi is a Private Institute, located in Udupi, Karnataka. Established in 1958, SDMCA Udupi offers 4 programs such as Vachaspati, MD, MS (Surgery), BAMS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

N.B. Thakur Law College

2.0
(2 Reviews)
Nashik, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

N.B. Thakur Law College is a Private Institute, located in Nashik, Maharashtra. Established in 1969, N.B. Thakur Law College offers 6 programs such as BA+LLB, MMS, LLM, LLB, Certificate in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 169+ students

Sankara College of Science and Commerce

4.9
(7 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+3 ISO , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

10,000 - 2,20,000
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11 Lacs
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CSIR Exams
...+5 TANCET , UGC , CBSE 12th , MAT , JEST

Sankara College of Science and Commerce is a Private Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1991, Sankara College of Science and Commerce offers 10 programs such as MBA, M.Phil, MSc, BBA, M.Com in multiple specializations. Sankara College of Science and Commerce fees range from INR 10,000 - INR 2,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 7634+ students

SITS Kadapa

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

1,40,000
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GATE Exams
...+2 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET

SITS Kadapa is a Private Institute, located in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2010, SITS Kadapa offers 2 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. SITS Kadapa fees range from INR 1,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Tatva Institute of Technological Studies

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Modasa, Gujarat
Private
AICTE

36,000 - 2,02,000
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GATE Exams
...+6 GSEB 12th , CBSE 10th , GUJCET , GSEB 10th , CBSE 12th , JEE Main

Tatva Institute of Technological Studies is a Private Institute, located in Modasa, Gujarat. Established in 2010, Tatva Institute of Technological Studies offers 3 programs such as Diploma, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Tatva Institute of Technological Studies fees range from INR 36,000 - INR 2,02,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Iqbal College

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3 Lacs
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Kerala University Admission Exams
...+2 Kerala 12th , CBSE 12th

Iqbal College is a Private Institute, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Established in 1964, Iqbal College offers 6 programs such as MSc, M.Com, BSc, MA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Rishi Institute of Engineering & Technology

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

90,450
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JEECUP Exams
...+2 JEE Main , UPCET BTech

Rishi Institute of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute, located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2008, Rishi Institute of Engineering & Technology offers 4 programs such as Diploma, MBA, PGDM, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Rishi Institute of Engineering & Technology fees range from INR 90,450. Read More

Shortlisted by 56+ students

New Law College Bharathi Vidyapeeths Law College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+3 BCI , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

12,000 - 78,750
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New Law College Bharathi Vidyapeeths Law College is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 1978, New Law College Bharathi Vidyapeeths Law College offers 6 programs such as BA+LLB, BBA+LLB, LLM, LLB, PGD in multiple specializations. New Law College Bharathi Vidyapeeths Law College fees range from INR 12,000 - INR 78,750. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

IIMT Group of Colleges

4.2
(35 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NBA
...+4 NCTE , BCI , pci , AICTE

53,500 - 3,50,000
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IIMT Group of Colleges is a Private Institute, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2006, IIMT Group of Colleges offers 11 programs such as MJMC, M.Pharm, BCA, B.Tech, BJMC in multiple specializations. IIMT Group of Colleges fees range from INR 53,500 - INR 3,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 17334+ students

Guru Nanak Institute of Management (GNITC SMS), Hyderabad

4.4
(5 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

1,75,000 - 3,76,000
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GATE Exams
...+3 TS ICET , TS PGECET , TS EAMCET

Guru Nanak Institute of Management, Hyderabad specialties

Rankings : Accredited Excellence - Accredited with NAAC A+ Grade, reflecting high academic and infrastructural standards. - Autonomous status conferred by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Region : Strategic Industrial Hub - Located in Ibrahimpatnam, in close proximity to the Hyderabad Outer Ring Road (ORR). - Strategic access to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (26 km) and the city's major IT corridors.

Fees : Affordable Premium Education - Rs 1.2 - 2.0 L (Total Tuition Fees for 2 years). - Categorized as 'Low to Mid' fee range compared to private B-schools in the region.

ROI : Value for Money - High ROI with a competitive fee structure and consistent placement records in top MNCs. - Median salary packages provide a strong return on the initial educational investment.

Specializations : Industry-Aligned Electives - Core specializations in Finance, Human Resources, and Marketing. - Curriculum includes Communication Skills Workshops and Personality Development Programs to bridge the industry-academia gap.

Placements : Multi-Sectoral Placements - Strong focus on IT, BFSI, and Manufacturing sectors. - Dedicated Training & Placement cell facilitating 1,400+ selections across the group in the 2024 cycle.

Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts - Separate ultra-modern hostels for boys and girls with a total capacity of 1500+ students. - Availability of AC rooms and multiple sharing options (Single to Four sharing) with 24/7 internet and power backup.

Infrastructure : Expansive 31-Acre Campus - Sprawling 31.46-acre green campus with modern academic blocks and research centers. - Features 22+ sports facilities, a gymnasium, and a 500-seat indoor auditorium.

Shortlisted by 115+ students

CIIMS Nagpur

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

5,000 - 24,000
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CIIMS Nagpur is a Private Institute, located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Established in 1997, CIIMS Nagpur offers 11 programs such as MJMC, MSc, BJMC, Certificate, BFTech in multiple specializations. CIIMS Nagpur fees range from INR 5,000 - INR 24,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 69+ 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 21665 Colleges in India

6,500 - 16,000

1,20,000 - 9,09,000

Avg Package

CAT Exams

1,00,000

AP PGECET Exams

12,000 - 66,000

18,000 - 1,50,000

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Maharashtra HSC Exams

1,05,000 - 4,20,000

TS EAMCET Exams

1,80,000 - 3,60,000

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CMAT Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

1,20,000

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Highest Package

GATE Exams

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MPBSE 12th Exams

1,002 - 35,936

CBSE 12th Exams

47,000

13,500 - 1,24,426

GATE Exams

35,000 - 1,00,000

GATE Exams

1,90,000

CMAT Exams

60,000 - 1,95,000

AP PGECET Exams

17,500 - 50,000

GATE Exams

Maharashtra HSC Exams

10,000 - 2,20,000

Avg Package

CSIR Exams

1,40,000

GATE Exams

36,000 - 2,02,000

GATE Exams

Avg Package

Kerala University Admission Exams

90,450

JEECUP Exams

12,000 - 78,750

53,500 - 3,50,000

1,75,000 - 3,76,000

GATE Exams

Guru Nanak Institute of Management, Hyderabad specialties

5,000 - 24,000

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