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 GITAM Vizag, AIIMS Raipur, IIIT Delhi, Vidyasagar College (VC), Kolkata, VidyaSagar College (VC), Indore, Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), VNSGU, GD Goenka University, JS University, Allahabad University. 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 Vizag

4.6
(114 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Deemed to be University
UGC
...+1 NAAC

45,000 - 5,21,800
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4.9 Lacs
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GAT (PGP) Exams
...+6 GITAM GAT , NIMCET , CAT , CEED , SAT , JEST

GITAM Vizag is a Deemed to be University Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1980, GITAM Vizag offers 28 programs such as BSc+MSc, MBA, BCA, PhD, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. GITAM Vizag fees range from INR 45,000 - INR 5,21,800. Read More

Shortlisted by 68599+ students

AIIMS Raipur

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Government Aided
Government

3,170 - 5,860
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AIIMS paramedical Exams
...+5 NEET MDS , NEET , AIIMS PG , INI CET , NEET PG

AIIMS Raipur is a Government Aided Institute, located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Established in 2012, AIIMS Raipur offers 9 programs such as MDS, DM, BSc, MBBS, MD in multiple specializations. AIIMS Raipur fees range from INR 3,170 - INR 5,860. Read More

Shortlisted by 328+ students

IIIT Delhi

4.2
(20 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC
...+3 NAAC , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3,50,000 - 17,00,000
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17.6 Lacs
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GATE Exams
...+6 CEED , DAT , NIFT , DASA UG , UCEED , NID

IIIT Delhi is a Private Institute, located in Delhi. Established in 2008, IIIT Delhi offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, B.Des, PhD in multiple specializations. IIIT Delhi fees range from INR 3,50,000 - INR 17,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 468+ students

Vidyasagar College (VC), Kolkata

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

5,370 - 25,600
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CU (Calcutta University) Entrance Exam Exams

Vidyasagar College (VC), Kolkata is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 1872, Vidyasagar College (VC), Kolkata offers 4 programs such as BA, MA, MSc, BSc in multiple specializations. Vidyasagar College (VC), Kolkata fees range from INR 5,370 - INR 25,600. Read More

Shortlisted by 149+ students

VidyaSagar College (VC), Indore

1.0
(1 Reviews)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NCTE

32,000 - 57,000
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MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

VidyaSagar College (VC), Indore is a Private Institute, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2001, VidyaSagar College (VC), Indore offers 12 programs such as M.Ed, B.Lib, BSc, B.Com, PGD in multiple specializations. VidyaSagar College (VC), Indore fees range from INR 32,000 - INR 57,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 329+ students

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU)

3.9
(18 Reviews)
Kota, Rajasthan
Public
UGC
...+2 NAAC , DEB

2,100 - 53,760
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6 Lacs
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RBSE 12th Exams
...+3 MAT , CAT , CBSE 12th

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) is a Public Institute, located in Kota, Rajasthan. Established in 1987, Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) offers 12 programs such as M.Com, MA, BS, BSc, Certificate in multiple specializations. Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) fees range from INR 2,100 - INR 53,760. Read More

Shortlisted by 2118+ students

VNSGU

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Surat, Gujarat
Private
NAAC

3,000 - 1,20,000
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2.16 Lacs
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CBSE 12th Exams

VNSGU is a Private Institute, located in Surat, Gujarat. Established in 1988, VNSGU offers 7 programs such as Certificate, BSc, PGD, PhD, MCA in multiple specializations. VNSGU fees range from INR 3,000 - INR 1,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 216+ students

GD Goenka University

4.2
(47 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC

30,000 - 7,00,000
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5.56 Lacs
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+5 Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission (GATA) , MAT , UID Design Aptitude Test , CUET , HBSE 12th

GD Goenka University is a Private Institute, located in Gurgaon, Haryana. Established in 2013, GD Goenka University offers 45 programs such as MSW, D Pharma, BBA+MBA, PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. GD Goenka University fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 7,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 44985+ students

JS University

4.3
(7 Reviews)
Shikohabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 AICTE , BCI , PCI , NCTE , Govt of Uttar Pradesh

6,500 - 80,000
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5 Lacs
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JS University is a Private Institute, located in Shikohabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2015, JS University offers 28 programs such as MSW, D Pharma, PGD, MBA, BCA in multiple specializations. JS University fees range from INR 6,500 - INR 80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1926+ students

Allahabad University

4.2
(69 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Public
National A

20,000 - 1,30,000
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2.5 Lacs
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GATE Exams
...+6 CUCET , CMAT , UGC NET , CAT , JEST , CSIR NET

Allahabad University is a Public Institute, located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1887, Allahabad University offers 22 programs such as M.Voc, PGD, PhD, BCA, MCA in multiple specializations. Allahabad University fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 1,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 948+ students

SRM University

4.2
(27 Reviews)
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

50,000 - 7,65,000
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5 Lacs
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GATE Exams
...+6 CET , CMAT , AP EAMCET , SRMJEEE , NATA , CSIR NET

SRM University is a Private Institute, located in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2017, SRM University offers 29 programs such as MSW, MBA, BCA, PhD, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. SRM University fees range from INR 50,000 - INR 7,65,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 20247+ students

Tata Institute of Social Sciences

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , Government of India , NAAC

18,000 - 12,30,000
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18.8 Lacs
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TISSNET Exams
...+4 CBSE 12th , NEET PG , CUET , Maharashtra HSC

Tata Institute of Social Sciences is a Private Institute, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Established in 1936, Tata Institute of Social Sciences offers 16 programs such as MA, BSc, Certificate, M.Lib, Executive PGDM in multiple specializations. Tata Institute of Social Sciences fees range from INR 18,000 - INR 12,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 875+ students

Kalyani Mahavidyalaya

4.0
(6 Reviews)
Nadia, West Bengal
Local Body
UGC

1,765 - 30,715
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Kalyani Mahavidyalaya is a Local Body Institute, located in Nadia, West Bengal. Established in 1999, Kalyani Mahavidyalaya offers 5 programs such as MA, BSc, B.Com, BA, MSc in multiple specializations. Kalyani Mahavidyalaya fees range from INR 1,765 - INR 30,715. Read More

Shortlisted by 183+ students

Siliguri College

3.9
(15 Reviews)
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Local Body
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Siliguri College is a Local Body Institute, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Established in 1950, Siliguri College offers 4 programs such as BA, BCA, BSc, B.Voc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 481+ students

BU Bhopal

4.4
(8 Reviews)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Private Unaided
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3,700 - 1,09,000
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AILET Exams
...+6 GATE , LSAT-India , MPBSE 12th , CBSE 12th , CMAT , CAT

BU Bhopal is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1970, BU Bhopal offers 20 programs such as M.Tech, MPEd, M.Com, MA, Certificate in multiple specializations. BU Bhopal fees range from INR 3,700 - INR 1,09,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1073+ students

KIIT University

4.5
(13 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Deemed to be University
UGC
...+6 AICTE , NBA , BCI , AIU , ACU , NAAC

2,50,000 - 8,95,000
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6.2 Lacs
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KIITEE Exams
...+4 OJEE , CMAT , NATA , MAT

KIIT University is a Deemed to be University Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 1992, KIIT University offers 34 programs such as MSc+PhD, BSc+MSc, M.Tech+PhD, BDS, MBA in multiple specializations. KIIT University fees range from INR 2,50,000 - INR 8,95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 12117+ students

AP Visakhapatnam

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

AP Visakhapatnam is a Private Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2014, AP Visakhapatnam offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

Sardar Patel University

4.2
(28 Reviews)
Anand, Gujarat
State University
UGC
...+3 AICTE , AIU , NAAC

400 - 1,80,000
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AILET Exams
...+6 GATE , CBSE 12th , CMAT , GSEB 12th , NATA , CSIR NET

Sardar Patel University is a State University Institute, located in Anand, Gujarat. Established in 1955, Sardar Patel University offers 34 programs such as MSW, PGD, MBA, BCA, PhD in multiple specializations. Sardar Patel University fees range from INR 400 - INR 1,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 805+ students

Noida International University

4.3
(33 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 BCI , PCI , NCTE , INC , COA

10,000 - 2,70,000
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5 Lacs
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GMAT Exams
...+6 JEST , UCEED , NEET PG , UGC NET , LSAT , BITSAT

Noida International University is a Private Institute, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2010, Noida International University offers 35 programs such as BBA+MBA, MBA, BCA, PhD, MPT in multiple specializations. Noida International University fees range from INR 10,000 - INR 2,70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 22885+ students

Mahatma Gandhi University Nalgonda

3.9
(17 Reviews)
Nalgonda, Telangana
University

1,20,000 - 4,80,000
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GMAT Exams
...+6 CMAT , TS PGECET , CAT , CPGET , MAT , XAT

Mahatma Gandhi University Nalgonda is a University Institute, located in Nalgonda, Telangana. Established in 2007, Mahatma Gandhi University Nalgonda offers 8 programs such as MA, MSW, BSc, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Mahatma Gandhi University Nalgonda fees range from INR 1,20,000 - INR 4,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 397+ students

KL University Guntur

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

80,000 - 6,00,000
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9.79 Lacs
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#46 NIRF Ranking
AILET Exams
...+6 GATE , GMAT , CMAT , AP EAMCET , NATA , CAT

KL University Guntur is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1980, KL University Guntur offers 18 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, MA, BSc, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. KL University Guntur fees range from INR 80,000 - INR 6,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 205793+ students

OP Jindal Global University

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private Unaided
BCI
...+3 AIU , UGC , NAAC

75,000 - 20,00,000
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12 Lacs
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CMAT Exams
...+6 NMAT by GMAC , CAT , MAT , XAT , UCEED , LSAT-India

OP Jindal Global University is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Sonepat, Haryana. Established in 1999, OP Jindal Global University offers 18 programs such as B.Des, MA, BA+LLB, M.Pharm, Executive MBA in multiple specializations. OP Jindal Global University fees range from INR 75,000 - INR 20,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 561+ students

Neigrihms

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Shillong, Meghalaya
Private
MCI

6,000 - 2,07,000
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AHSEC Exams
...+5 CBSE 12th , NEET SS , NEET , AP NEET , NEET PG

Neigrihms is a Private Institute, located in Shillong, Meghalaya. Established in 1987, Neigrihms offers 5 programs such as BSc, MBBS, MD, MS (Surgery), MCh in multiple specializations. Neigrihms fees range from INR 6,000 - INR 2,07,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 322+ students

Khalsa College (KC, KC Patiala, KC College, KC College Patiala, GSSDGS Khalsa College, GSSDGS Khalsa College Patiala, ), Patiala

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Patiala, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

4,000 - 1,01,000
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GMAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , CMAT , PSEB 12th , CAT , MAT , XAT

Khalsa College (KC, KC Patiala, KC College, KC College Patiala, GSSDGS Khalsa College, GSSDGS Khalsa College Patiala, ), Patiala is a Private Institute, located in Patiala, Punjab. Established in 1960, Khalsa College (KC, KC Patiala, KC College, KC College Patiala, GSSDGS Khalsa College, GSSDGS Khalsa College Patiala, ), Patiala offers 13 programs such as MA, BSc, Certificate, B.Com, PGD in multiple specializations. Khalsa College (KC, KC Patiala, KC College, KC College Patiala, GSSDGS Khalsa College, GSSDGS Khalsa College Patiala, ), Patiala fees range from INR 4,000 - INR 1,01,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 383+ students

Utkal University

4.4
(54 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Government
NAAC

3,350 - 3,60,000
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#151-200 NIRF Ranking
OJEE Exams
...+2 Odisha CPET , CBSE 12th

Utkal University is a Government Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 1943, Utkal University offers 12 programs such as M.Tech, MA, M.Pharm, BSc+MSc, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Utkal University fees range from INR 3,350 - INR 3,60,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2014+ students

IEC University

4.8
(12 Reviews)
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Private Aided
UGC
...+2 AICTE , AAA-Gujarat

20,000 - 1,10,000
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4 Lacs
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HPCET Exams
...+5 GATE , CBSE 12th , CAT , MAT , HPBOSE 12th

IEC University is a Private Aided Institute, located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 1994, IEC University offers 32 programs such as M.T.T.M, D Pharma, PGD, MBA, BCA in multiple specializations. IEC University fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 1,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 774+ students

PESU bangalore

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka

75,000 - 85,000
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45 Lacs
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PESU bangalore is a None Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2005, PESU bangalore offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MCA, MBA in multiple specializations. PESU bangalore fees range from INR 75,000 - INR 85,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 89+ students

Reva University

4.3
(44 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , MHRD

15,000 - 4,50,000
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7 Lacs
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Karnataka PGCET Exams
...+6 KCET , GATE , REVA CET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , CBSE 12th , REVA CLAT

Reva University is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2012, Reva University offers 22 programs such as MBA, BCA, PhD, BBA, MS in multiple specializations. Reva University fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 4,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2906+ students

Berhampur University

4.2
(9 Reviews)
Berhampur, Odisha
Government Aided
UGC
...+1 NAAC

2,568 - 70,000
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OJEE Exams
...+6 CMAT , CAT , NIPER , GPAT , XAT , MAT

Berhampur University is a Government Aided Institute, located in Berhampur, Odisha. Established in 1967, Berhampur University offers 12 programs such as M.Tech, MA, MSW, M.Pharm, PGD in multiple specializations. Berhampur University fees range from INR 2,568 - INR 70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 301+ students

Kalinga University

4.2
(80 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC
...+6 AICTE , NCTE , BCI , NAAC , PCI , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

15,000 - 2,50,000
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2.3 Lacs
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Placement Trends
#151-200 NIRF Ranking
LSAT-India Exams
...+2 KALSEE , CBSE 12th

Kalinga University is a Private Institute, located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Established in 2013, Kalinga University offers 33 programs such as MSW, M.Des, D Pharma, PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. Kalinga University fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 2,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 87324+ 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

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45,000 - 5,21,800

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GAT (PGP) Exams

3,170 - 5,860

AIIMS paramedical Exams

3,50,000 - 17,00,000

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GATE Exams

5,370 - 25,600

CU (Calcutta University) Entrance Exam Exams

32,000 - 57,000

MPBSE 12th Exams

2,100 - 53,760

Avg Package

RBSE 12th Exams

3,000 - 1,20,000

Highest Package

CBSE 12th Exams

30,000 - 7,00,000

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CBSE 12th Exams

6,500 - 80,000

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20,000 - 1,30,000

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GATE Exams

50,000 - 7,65,000

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GATE Exams

18,000 - 12,30,000

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TISSNET Exams

1,765 - 30,715

WBCHSE Exams

WBCHSE Exams

3,700 - 1,09,000

AILET Exams

2,50,000 - 8,95,000

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KIITEE Exams

400 - 1,80,000

AILET Exams

10,000 - 2,70,000

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GMAT Exams

1,20,000 - 4,80,000

GMAT Exams

80,000 - 6,00,000

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#46 NIRF Ranking

AILET Exams

75,000 - 20,00,000

Avg Package

CMAT Exams

6,000 - 2,07,000

AHSEC Exams

4,000 - 1,01,000

GMAT Exams

3,350 - 3,60,000

#151-200 NIRF Ranking

OJEE Exams

20,000 - 1,10,000

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HPCET Exams

75,000 - 85,000

Avg Package

15,000 - 4,50,000

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Karnataka PGCET Exams

2,568 - 70,000

OJEE Exams

15,000 - 2,50,000

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#151-200 NIRF Ranking

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