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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 GITAM (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore, BMSCE, Presidency University Bangalore, Kanchi Mamunivar Centre for Postgraduate Studies, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow, Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya, Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Max Institute of Allied & Paramedical Education (MIAPE) Rohini, CII Institute of Hospitality Kolkata - Powered by Save Max Global Education, Moodlakatte Institute Of Technology. 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

GITAM (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore

4.0
(24 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Deemed University Private
AICTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

55,000 - 3,87,000
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3 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
Karnataka PGCET Exams
...+4 GATE , KCET , CBSE 12th , GITAM GAT

GITAM (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore is a Deemed University Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2012, GITAM (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore offers 12 programs such as MSc, B.Com, PhD, BSc, BBA in multiple specializations. GITAM (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore fees range from INR 55,000 - INR 3,87,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 85007+ students

BMSCE

4.3
(75 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+2 NBA , NAAC

64,680 - 16,00,000
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11.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+5 KCET , CEED , CMAT , COMEDK UGET , MAT

BMSCE is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1946, BMSCE offers 6 programs such as MCA, M.Arch, B.Arch, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. BMSCE fees range from INR 64,680 - INR 16,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1701+ students

Presidency University Bangalore

4.2
(213 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

90,000 - 3,75,000
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Karnataka PGCET Exams
...+6 GATE , CBSE 12th , LSAT-India , CLAT , JEE Advanced , JEE Main

Presidency University Bangalore is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2013, Presidency University Bangalore offers 17 programs such as B.Com+LLB, MCA, LLM, B.Com, LLB in multiple specializations. Presidency University Bangalore fees range from INR 90,000 - INR 3,75,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 150652+ students

Kanchi Mamunivar Centre for Postgraduate Studies

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Puducherry, Puducherry
Government
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CMAT Exams
...+3 MAT , XAT , CAT

Kanchi Mamunivar Centre for Postgraduate Studies is a Government Institute, located in Puducherry. Established in 1989, Kanchi Mamunivar Centre for Postgraduate Studies offers 8 programs such as MSc, MA, M.Com, Diploma, PhD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 59+ students

Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow

4.8
(5 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+3 Other , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

5,000 - 61,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
UPSEE Exams
...+2 UP 12th , CBSE 12th

Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow is a Private Institute, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1870, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow offers 9 programs such as MSc, MA, B.Lib, B.Com, BSc in multiple specializations. Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow fees range from INR 5,000 - INR 61,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 349+ students

Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya

3.9
(7 Reviews)
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Private
UGC

41,500 - 1,60,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 CMAT , GSEB 12th , CAT , NEET , MAT , XAT

Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya is a Private Institute, located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Established in 2009, Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya offers 13 programs such as MSc, MA, PGD, MCA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya fees range from INR 41,500 - INR 1,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 785+ students

Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

4.4
(63 Reviews)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Local Body
UGC
...+5 AICTE , Bar Council of India , AIU , NCTE , INC

10,000 - 3,15,000
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NMAT Exams
...+6 AILET , AJEE , CMAT , CBSE 10th , CAT , NEET

Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh is a Local Body Institute, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2010, Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh offers 34 programs such as MPEd, BMLT, MPT, PhD, M.Lib in multiple specializations. Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh fees range from INR 10,000 - INR 3,15,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 85075+ students

Max Institute of Allied & Paramedical Education (MIAPE) Rohini

3.7
(15 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
Private

15,000 - 3,50,000
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Max Institute of Allied & Paramedical Education (MIAPE) Rohini is a Private Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in 2016, Max Institute of Allied & Paramedical Education (MIAPE) Rohini offers 4 programs such as B.M.M., BSc, Certificate, Diploma in multiple specializations. Max Institute of Allied & Paramedical Education (MIAPE) Rohini fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 3,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 14536+ students

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CII Institute of Hospitality Kolkata - Powered by Save Max Global Education

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

1,30,533 - 3,77,600
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CII Institute of Hospitality Kolkata - Powered by Save Max Global Education is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in , CII Institute of Hospitality Kolkata - Powered by Save Max Global Education offers 2 programs such as BTHM, Diploma in multiple specializations. CII Institute of Hospitality Kolkata - Powered by Save Max Global Education fees range from INR 1,30,533 - INR 3,77,600. Read More

Shortlisted by 2810+ students

Moodlakatte Institute Of Technology

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Kundapur, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

25,000 - 1,50,000
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4.8 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GMAT Exams
...+6 KCET , CBSE 12th , CMAT , CAT , COMEDK UGET , MAT

Moodlakatte Institute Of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Kundapur, Karnataka. Established in 2004, Moodlakatte Institute Of Technology offers 5 programs such as B.E., B.Com, BCA, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Moodlakatte Institute Of Technology fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 1,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 12390+ students

Monarch International College of Hotel Management

Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Public
AICTE

1,93,333 - 2,20,000
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Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Monarch International College of Hotel Management is a Public Institute, located in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1998, Monarch International College of Hotel Management offers 4 programs such as M.Tech+PhD, BSc, MBA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Monarch International College of Hotel Management fees range from INR 1,93,333 - INR 2,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 23+ students

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj College of Education (B. Ed)

Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
Private
NCTE

MAH B.Ed CET Exams

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj College of Education (B. Ed) is a Private Institute, located in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. Established in 1990, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj College of Education (B. Ed) offers 1 programs such as B.Ed in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

Tarakeswar Degree College

Tarakeshwar, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

2,225 - 35,220
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Tarakeswar Degree College is a Private Institute, located in Tarakeshwar, West Bengal. Established in 1986, Tarakeswar Degree College offers 4 programs such as B.Com, BSc, BBA, BA in multiple specializations. Tarakeswar Degree College fees range from INR 2,225 - INR 35,220. Read More

Shortlisted by 31+ students

CMS Kottayam

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Kottayam, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

CMS Kottayam is a Private Institute, located in Kottayam, Kerala. Established in 1817, CMS Kottayam offers 8 programs such as MSc, MA, M.Com, B.Com, PhD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 140+ students

Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati

4.4
(10 Reviews)
Guwahati, Assam
Government
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

52,000 - 4,80,000
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Assam JMEE Exams
...+6 GATE , AHSEC , CBSE 12th , AIEEA , CAT , ICAR-PG

Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati is a Government Institute, located in Guwahati, Assam. Established in 2004, Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati offers 18 programs such as MSc, MA, BCA+MCA, M.Com, MCA in multiple specializations. Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati fees range from INR 52,000 - INR 4,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 860+ students

Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College

Kottayam, Kerala
Private

43,660 - 65,830
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Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College is a Private Institute, located in Kottayam, Kerala. Established in 1995, Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College offers 8 programs such as MSc, M.Com, B.Com, BSc, MSW in multiple specializations. Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College fees range from INR 43,660 - INR 65,830. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

Vivekananda B.Ed College

Puttur, Karnataka
Private
NCTE

Vivekananda B.Ed College is a Private Institute, located in Puttur, Karnataka. Established in 2008, Vivekananda B.Ed College offers 1 programs such as B.Ed in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Tika Ram Kanya Mahavidyalaya

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Local Body
NCTE
...+3 UGC , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Tika Ram Kanya Mahavidyalaya is a Local Body Institute, located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1957, Tika Ram Kanya Mahavidyalaya offers 7 programs such as MSc, MA, B.Com, BSc, BBA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 450+ students

Benson College of Hotel Management & Culinary Arts

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

45,000 - 64,000
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Benson College of Hotel Management & Culinary Arts is a Private Institute, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2004, Benson College of Hotel Management & Culinary Arts offers 3 programs such as BSc, Certificate, Diploma in multiple specializations. Benson College of Hotel Management & Culinary Arts fees range from INR 45,000 - INR 64,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6558+ students

TCE Madurai

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Private Aided
AICTE
...+2 ISO , NAAC

26,740 - 1,30,000
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CAT Exams
...+5 TNEA , GATE , NATA , CBSE 12th , TANCET

TCE Madurai is a Private Aided Institute, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1949, TCE Madurai offers 8 programs such as MSc, M.E., MCA, PhD, B.Arch in multiple specializations. TCE Madurai fees range from INR 26,740 - INR 1,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 711+ students

Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Education

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
NCTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Education is a Private Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1988, Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Education offers 1 programs such as B.Ed in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 33+ students

Turku Hansda Lapsa Hemram Mahavidyalay

Birbhum, West Bengal
Local Body
UGC

1,300 - 1,420
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Turku Hansda Lapsa Hemram Mahavidyalay is a Local Body Institute, located in Birbhum, West Bengal. Established in 2006, Turku Hansda Lapsa Hemram Mahavidyalay offers 2 programs such as BSc, BA in multiple specializations. Turku Hansda Lapsa Hemram Mahavidyalay fees range from INR 1,300 - INR 1,420. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

Pioneer Institute of Professional Studies

Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

24,730 - 1,34,000
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MPBSE 12th Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , CMAT , CAT , CSIR NET , MAT , XAT

Pioneer Institute of Professional Studies is a Private Institute, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1996, Pioneer Institute of Professional Studies offers 11 programs such as PGDM, Diploma, B.Com, PhD, BSc in multiple specializations. Pioneer Institute of Professional Studies fees range from INR 24,730 - INR 1,34,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 81+ students

Sacred Heart College (SHC), Vellore

4.7
(6 Reviews)
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
Private Aided
NAAC

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

Sacred Heart College (SHC), Vellore is a Private Aided Institute, located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1951, Sacred Heart College (SHC), Vellore offers 13 programs such as MSc, MA, M.Com, Diploma, B.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 95+ students

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (Deemed to be University)

3.8
(14 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

70,000 - 4,00,000
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3.48 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+4 AP ICET , AP PGECET , JEE Advanced , JEE Main

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (Deemed to be University) is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (Deemed to be University) offers 13 programs such as MSc, MA, MCA, PhD, BBA+LLB in multiple specializations. Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (Deemed to be University) fees range from INR 70,000 - INR 4,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 9789+ students

GCTE Dharamshala

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
Government
NAAC
...+3 IGNOU , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

9,130
Get Fee Details

GCTE Dharamshala is a Government Institute, located in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 1956, GCTE Dharamshala offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, B.Ed in multiple specializations. GCTE Dharamshala fees range from INR 9,130. Read More

Shortlisted by 104+ students

SRM Kanchipuram

4.1
(16 Reviews)
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Private

SRM Kanchipuram is a Private Institute, located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1993, SRM Kanchipuram offers 6 programs such as MSc, MCA, B.Com, BSc, BCA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 108+ students

Vardhman Degree College

Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE

Vardhman Degree College is a Private Institute, located in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1960, Vardhman Degree College offers 4 programs such as B.Com, BSc, B.Ed, BA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

Canan School of Catering & Hotel Management

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

Canan School of Catering & Hotel Management is a Private Institute, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1993, Canan School of Catering & Hotel Management offers 2 programs such as Certificate, BA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

Vidyavati MukandLal Girl College

4.3
(10 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,776 - 30,950
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Vidyavati MukandLal Girl College is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1961, Vidyavati MukandLal Girl College offers 11 programs such as MSc, MA, M.Com, B.Com, PhD in multiple specializations. Vidyavati MukandLal Girl College fees range from INR 1,776 - INR 30,950. Read More

Shortlisted by 152+ 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

55,000 - 3,87,000

Median Package

Karnataka PGCET Exams

64,680 - 16,00,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

90,000 - 3,75,000

Karnataka PGCET Exams

CMAT Exams

5,000 - 61,000

Avg Package

UPSEE Exams

41,500 - 1,60,000

CBSE 12th Exams

10,000 - 3,15,000

NMAT Exams

15,000 - 3,50,000

1,30,533 - 3,77,600

25,000 - 1,50,000

Avg Package

GMAT Exams

1,93,333 - 2,20,000

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

MAH B.Ed CET Exams

2,225 - 35,220

Kerala 12th Exams

52,000 - 4,80,000

Assam JMEE Exams

43,660 - 65,830

45,000 - 64,000

26,740 - 1,30,000

CAT Exams

1,300 - 1,420

24,730 - 1,34,000

MPBSE 12th Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

70,000 - 4,00,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

9,130

1,776 - 30,950

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