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 - Nov 10, 2025 12:09 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Tamil Nadu Open University, La Sphere School of Hotel Management, Ellen College of Design, Mar Ivanios College, Alliance University, KASC Erode, RCHMCT Hyderabad, D.A.V. College (DAV), Jalandhar, Doon Valley College of Education, Naxatra Institute of Media Studies. India has around 21671 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 21671 Colleges in India

Tamil Nadu Open University

4.3
(37 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

1,683 - 50,000
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1.8 Lacs
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NIMCET Exams
...+3 Tamilnadu 12th , TNOU B.Ed. , CBSE 12th

Tamil Nadu Open University is a None Institute, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2002, Tamil Nadu Open University offers 14 programs such as M.Com, MA, BSc, Certificate, B.Com in multiple specializations. Tamil Nadu Open University fees range from INR 1,683 - INR 50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1254+ students

La Sphere School of Hotel Management

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

40,000 - 1,28,000
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La Sphere School of Hotel Management is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 2009, La Sphere School of Hotel Management offers 4 programs such as Diploma, Certificate, BSc, MBA in multiple specializations. La Sphere School of Hotel Management fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 1,28,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 317+ students

Ellen College of Design

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+1 Govt. of Rajasthan

96,667 - 1,66,000
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3.6 Lacs
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RBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Ellen College of Design is a Private Institute, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Established in 2001, Ellen College of Design offers 5 programs such as B.Des, BSc, Diploma, MSc, B.Voc in multiple specializations. Ellen College of Design fees range from INR 96,667 - INR 1,66,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 13747+ students

Mar Ivanios College

4.6
(7 Reviews)
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

9 Lacs
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Kerala 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Mar Ivanios College is a Private Institute, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Established in 1949, Mar Ivanios College offers 8 programs such as MA, BSc, Certificate, PGD, M.Phil in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 129+ students

Alliance University

3.9
(148 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee)

35,000 - 6,50,000
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7.6 Lacs
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GATE Exams
...+1 MAT

Alliance University is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2010, Alliance University offers 16 programs such as M.Tech, B.Des, BSc, BA+LLB, Executive PGDM in multiple specializations. Alliance University fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 6,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 34178+ students

KASC Erode

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

18,000 - 40,000
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TANCET Exams

KASC Erode is a Private Institute, located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1994, KASC Erode offers 13 programs such as MA, MSW, BSc, Certificate, B.Com in multiple specializations. KASC Erode fees range from INR 18,000 - INR 40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 246+ students

RCHMCT Hyderabad

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
Other

1,51,500
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RCHMCT Hyderabad is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 1994, RCHMCT Hyderabad offers 3 programs such as Diploma, BHMCT, B.M.M. in multiple specializations. RCHMCT Hyderabad fees range from INR 1,51,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

D.A.V. College (DAV), Jalandhar

4.2
(9 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Private Aided
NAAC

39,050 - 1,27,000
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PSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

D.A.V. College (DAV), Jalandhar is a Private Aided Institute, located in Jalandhar, Punjab. Established in 1918, D.A.V. College (DAV), Jalandhar offers 10 programs such as MA, BSc, B.Com, PGD, BCA in multiple specializations. D.A.V. College (DAV), Jalandhar fees range from INR 39,050 - INR 1,27,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 390+ students

Doon Valley College of Education

Karnal, Haryana
Private
NCTE

12,000
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Doon Valley College of Education is a Private Institute, located in Karnal, Haryana. Established in 2004, Doon Valley College of Education offers 2 programs such as B.Ed, MSc in multiple specializations. Doon Valley College of Education fees range from INR 12,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 41+ students

Naxatra Institute of Media Studies

Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
govt. of o

40,666 - 46,000
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Naxatra Institute of Media Studies is a Private Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 2009, Naxatra Institute of Media Studies offers 2 programs such as MJMC, BJMC in multiple specializations. Naxatra Institute of Media Studies fees range from INR 40,666 - INR 46,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1670+ students

JODHPUR NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , BCI , AIU , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

12,000 - 4,30,000
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DU-B.Ed. Exams
...+6 Rajasthan BSTC , UGC NET , Rajasthan PTET , Jodhpur , GPAT , RMAT

JODHPUR NATIONAL UNIVERSITY is a Private Institute, located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Established in 2008, JODHPUR NATIONAL UNIVERSITY offers 30 programs such as D Pharma, BBA+MBA, PGD, MBA, BCA in multiple specializations. JODHPUR NATIONAL UNIVERSITY fees range from INR 12,000 - INR 4,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 595+ students

IIM Jammu

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir
Public
MHRD
...+1 NAAC

1,92,000 - 18,00,000
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15.2 Lacs
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GATE Exams
...+1 CAT

IIM Jammu is a Public Institute, located in Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir. Established in 2016, IIM Jammu offers 3 programs such as PhD, PGPM, MBA in multiple specializations. IIM Jammu fees range from INR 1,92,000 - INR 18,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 41+ students

IIIT Hyderabad

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private Aided
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

2,40,000 - 16,50,000
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31.5 Lacs
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#89 NIRF Ranking
DASA UG Exams
...+3 IIITH PGEE , JEE Main , IIITH UGEE

IIIT Hyderabad is a Private Aided Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 1998, IIIT Hyderabad offers 6 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, PhD, MS, M.Phil in multiple specializations. IIIT Hyderabad fees range from INR 2,40,000 - INR 16,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1294+ students

Indian Hotel Academy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC

20,000 - 3,60,000
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JEECUP Exams
...+2 UP 12th , CBSE 12th

Indian Hotel Academy is a Private Institute, located in Delhi. Established in 2008, Indian Hotel Academy offers 4 programs such as Diploma, Certificate, BSc, B.Voc in multiple specializations. Indian Hotel Academy fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 3,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 67+ students

St.Bede's College

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

16,700 - 78,050
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HPBOSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

St.Bede's College is a Private Institute, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 1904, St.Bede's College offers 9 programs such as MA, BSc, B.Com, BCA, BBA in multiple specializations. St.Bede's College fees range from INR 16,700 - INR 78,050. Read More

Shortlisted by 180+ students

ITTC Patna

Patna, Bihar
Private
NCTE

1,00,000
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ITTC Patna is a Private Institute, located in Patna, Bihar. Established in 1986, ITTC Patna offers 1 programs such as B.Ed in multiple specializations. ITTC Patna fees range from INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 17+ students

WORLD SCHOOL OF PLANNING & ARCHITECTURE

Sonepat, Haryana

5,36,000 - 12,80,000
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NIFT Entrance Exam Exams
...+2 WUD Aptitude Test , NID Entrance Exam

WORLD SCHOOL OF PLANNING & ARCHITECTURE is a None Institute, located in Sonepat, Haryana. Established in 2016, WORLD SCHOOL OF PLANNING & ARCHITECTURE offers 4 programs such as BBA, B.Des, B.Arch, Certificate in multiple specializations. WORLD SCHOOL OF PLANNING & ARCHITECTURE fees range from INR 5,36,000 - INR 12,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

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Tatyam School of Design

4.9
(8 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE

90,000 - 1,36,666
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Tatyam School of Design is a Private Institute, located in Delhi. Established in 2016, Tatyam School of Design offers 8 programs such as B.Des, Certificate, BSc, M.Des, Masters in multiple specializations. Tatyam School of Design fees range from INR 90,000 - INR 1,36,666. Read More

Shortlisted by 9834+ students

NAFDI Mumbai

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

1,45,833 - 2,21,250
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NATA Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

NAFDI Mumbai is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in , NAFDI Mumbai offers 6 programs such as B.F.A.D., BSc, PGD, Masters, Diploma in multiple specializations. NAFDI Mumbai fees range from INR 1,45,833 - INR 2,21,250. Read More

Shortlisted by 1212+ students

Indian Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

86,000 - 1,87,000
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GMAT Exams
...+5 ATMA , CMAT , CAT , MAT , XAT

Indian Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2004, Indian Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata offers 6 programs such as BTHM, BHM, MBA, MHA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Indian Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata fees range from INR 86,000 - INR 1,87,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 52294+ students

DSM Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

25,000 - 99,000
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DSM Kolkata is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2005, DSM Kolkata offers 7 programs such as Certificate, BHM, PGD, MBA, BBA in multiple specializations. DSM Kolkata fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 99,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 519+ students

Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies

4.3
(12 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
Government
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

14,025 - 25,025
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11.1 Lacs
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DU JAT Exams
...+3 DUET , CUET , DU Science

Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies is a Government Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in 1987, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies offers 5 programs such as BMS, Certificate, BSc, PGD, BBA in multiple specializations. Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies fees range from INR 14,025 - INR 25,025. Read More

Shortlisted by 2508+ students

Amazon Institute of Hotel Tourism & Management (AIHTM), Dehradun

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC
...+1 MHRD

35,000 - 90,000
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4.5 Lacs
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Amazon Institute of Hotel Tourism & Management (AIHTM), Dehradun is a Private Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 1999, Amazon Institute of Hotel Tourism & Management (AIHTM), Dehradun offers 9 programs such as Certificate, BTTM, BHM, PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. Amazon Institute of Hotel Tourism & Management (AIHTM), Dehradun fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 90,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1895+ students

TAPMI

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Manipal, Karnataka
Government Aided
AMBA
...+4 AACSB , AIU , AICTE , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

6,00,000 - 16,50,000
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12.5 Lacs
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XAT Exams
...+1 CAT

TAPMI is a Government Aided Institute, located in Manipal, Karnataka. Established in 1980, TAPMI offers 5 programs such as Certificate, Executive PGDM, PhD, MBA, PGDM in multiple specializations. TAPMI fees range from INR 6,00,000 - INR 16,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 214+ students

Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurdaspur, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

12,000 - 24,000
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PSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College is a Private Institute, located in Gurdaspur, Punjab. Established in 1965, Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College offers 11 programs such as MA, BSc, Certificate, B.Com, PGD in multiple specializations. Shanti Devi Arya Mahila College fees range from INR 12,000 - INR 24,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 86+ students

G.S.L. Medical College

Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
Private
BCI

61,333 - 29,70,000
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NEET SS Exams
...+3 NEET , AP NEET , NEET PG

G.S.L. Medical College is a Private Institute, located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2003, G.S.L. Medical College offers 7 programs such as DM, PGD, MBBS, MD, MS (Surgery) in multiple specializations. G.S.L. Medical College fees range from INR 61,333 - INR 29,70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 314+ students

St. Alphonsa's College of Education

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NCTE

St. Alphonsa's College of Education is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1988, St. Alphonsa's College of Education offers 1 programs such as B.Ed in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

Jain University

4.3
(121 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , ISO , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,40,000 - 5,20,000
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19 Lacs
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Karnataka PGCET Exams
...+6 GATE , CBSE 12th , CEED , Kerala 12th , Uni GAUGE , CAT

Jain University is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1990, Jain University offers 25 programs such as M.Des, BSc+MSc, MMS, PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. Jain University fees range from INR 1,40,000 - INR 5,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 113940+ students

Nitte University

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+5 DCI , Council of Architecture , MCI , MHRD , INC

2,550 - 31,62,000
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CET Exams
...+6 CMAT , NEET MDS , CAT , NEET SS , NATA , NEET

Nitte University is a Private Institute, located in Mangalore, Karnataka. Established in 1979, Nitte University offers 25 programs such as D Pharma, BDS, PhD, MPT, BCA in multiple specializations. Nitte University fees range from INR 2,550 - INR 31,62,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1060+ students

Institute of Advanced Management, Guwahati

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Guwahati, Assam
Private

80,000 - 1,25,000
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Institute of Advanced Management, Guwahati is a Private Institute, located in Guwahati, Assam. Established in 1989, Institute of Advanced Management, Guwahati offers 3 programs such as BHM, Certificate, BSc in multiple specializations. Institute of Advanced Management, Guwahati fees range from INR 80,000 - INR 1,25,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1036+ 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 21671 Colleges in India

1,683 - 50,000

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NIMCET Exams

40,000 - 1,28,000

96,667 - 1,66,000

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RBSE 12th Exams

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Kerala 12th Exams

35,000 - 6,50,000

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GATE Exams

18,000 - 40,000

TANCET Exams

1,51,500

39,050 - 1,27,000

PSEB 12th Exams

12,000

40,666 - 46,000

12,000 - 4,30,000

DU-B.Ed. Exams

1,92,000 - 18,00,000

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GATE Exams

2,40,000 - 16,50,000

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#89 NIRF Ranking

DASA UG Exams

20,000 - 3,60,000

JEECUP Exams

16,700 - 78,050

HPBOSE 12th Exams

1,00,000

5,36,000 - 12,80,000

NIFT Entrance Exam Exams

90,000 - 1,36,666

CBSE 10th Exams

1,45,833 - 2,21,250

NATA Exams

86,000 - 1,87,000

GMAT Exams

25,000 - 99,000

14,025 - 25,025

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DU JAT Exams

35,000 - 90,000

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6,00,000 - 16,50,000

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XAT Exams

12,000 - 24,000

PSEB 12th Exams

61,333 - 29,70,000

NEET SS Exams

1,40,000 - 5,20,000

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Karnataka PGCET Exams

2,550 - 31,62,000

CET Exams

80,000 - 1,25,000

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