Top Private Design Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 1543 Design colleges in India. Out of the total, 1091 Design colleges are private and 143 Design are owned by the government.RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, PSEB 12th, CSIR NET, JLUET are accepted for admission in Design colleges in India. Top 10 Design colleges are IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Guwahati, Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science, Banaras Hindu University, IIT Hyderabad, Manipal University, Aligarh Muslim University, VIT Vellore.

Design College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1543
Accepted Entrance Exams	RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, PSEB 12th, CSIR NET, JLUET
Average Fees	₹ 1.89 Lacs
Average Placement	₹ 400000.0

Design Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Maharashtra	237	₹ 206643
Tamil Nadu	154	₹ 95845
Gujarat	129	₹ 224537
Karnataka	126	₹ 250669
Uttar Pradesh	117	₹ 131450
Punjab	107	₹ 77813
Rajasthan	95	₹ 131639
Madhya Pradesh	89	₹ 138630
Delhi	86	₹ 155759
Haryana	83	₹ 213172

Top Govt Design Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Bombay	95	₹ 99600
IIT Delhi	-	₹ 200000
IIT Kanpur	-	₹ 48550
IIT Guwahati	56	₹ 800000
Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science	74	₹ 15000
Banaras Hindu University	37	-
IIT Hyderabad	-	₹ 24000
Bharathiar University Arts and Science College, Coimbatore	-	-
Madras University	-	₹ 1000
DTU Delhi	120	₹ 25000

Top Private Design Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 141857
SRM University Chennai	55	₹ 107500
Chandigarh University	1140	₹ 169616
LPU	130	₹ 249666
Amity University, Noida	-	₹ 200400
Symbiosis Institute of Design	207	₹ 720000
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	15	₹ 344062
Sathyabama University	-	-
Gujarat University	-	-
Shiv Nadar University	-	₹ 350000

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Amity University Manesar

4.1
(15 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+13 AIU , Council of Architecture (COA) , RCI , UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee) , INC , ACBSP , BCI , NAAC , AICTE, Directorate of Technical Education , PCI , IET - UK , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , CCB

1,10,000 - 3,18,000 Design
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CSIR NET Exams
...+6 LSAT , NATA , CBSE 12th , UGC NET , NEET , CLAT

Amity University Manesar is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2010. Amity University Manesar offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 189998+ students

Amity University, Gwalior

4.5
(116 Reviews)
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 Council of Architecture , Bar Council of India , NAAC , ASIC , PCI

68,000 - 1,08,000 Design
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CSIR NET Exams
...+6 LSAT , NATA , CBSE 12th , UGC NET , CAT , CLAT

Amity University, Gwalior specialties

Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Opposite Gwalior Airport, excellent connectivity - Drives regional socio-economic upliftment

Rankings : Strong National & Regional Rankings - NIRF Engineering #201-300 (2025) - India Today University (Pvt) #28 (2024)

Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure - Rs 1.74-11.04 L (Total UG/PG) - B.Tech fees Rs 5.84-11.04 L (Total)

ROI : Good Return on Investment - High placement rates across programs - Competitive average and highest packages

Flagship Courses : Popular Programs - B.Tech (CSE, Biotechnology) - MBA, Law (BA LLB Hons)

Specializations : Industry-Relevant Specializations - B.Tech CSE: AI & ML, Data Sciences - Biotechnology, Journalism & Mass Communication

Placements : High Placement Rates - 93.17% overall placement rate (2024) - 100% placement in MBA, B.Tech CSE/ECE (some years)

Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - IT (Cognizant, IBM, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte, EY), E-commerce (Amazon)

Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Vibrant multi-cultural ethos - Facilities for disadvantaged students

Internships : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships with leading companies - Projects in manufacturing, IT, logistics

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global & National Collaborations - 20+ National, 5+ International MOUs - Student/faculty exchange, research collaborations

Alumni : Successful Alumni Network - Alumni at Vedantu, Lido Learning - Working in Ebullient Securities, Crown Worldwide

Shortlisted by 71298+ students

Amity University Mumbai

4.4
(94 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 AIU , Government of Maharashtra

1,30,000 - 3,08,000 Design
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MAH MCA CET Exams
...+6 NATA , MAH MBA CET , CBSE 12th , ICAR AIEEA , NEET , MHT-CET

Amity University Mumbai specialties

Region : Financial Capital Advantage - Proximity to Mumbai's financial and entertainment hub - Enhanced indus

Rankings : Recognized National & Regional Standing - NIRF 43rd (University), 37th (Engineering) - QS Asia #263

Fees : High Investment -Rs 8.24-12.32 L (Total B.Tech) -Rs 9.44-11.44 L (Total MBA)

ROI : Good Value - Competitive median packages for graduates - Strong industry alignment for career growth

Flagship Courses : Leading Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Specializations : Diverse Industry-Aligned Specializations - B.Tech in CSE, AI, Biotechnology - MBA in Banking & Finan

Placements : Robust Corporate Engagement - Industry-oriented curriculum design - Dedicated Corporate Resource Cen

Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (Amazon, TCS, IBM), Finance (HDFC Bank, SBI Card) - Consulting (Deloitte

Diversity : Global & Cultural Exposure - Students from across India and abroad - Foreign language training (Mand

Internships : Industry-Leading Internships - Interns at Shoppers Stop, Tata Strive Ltd - Projects in Retail, Finan

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : International Academic Collaborations - Strong international affiliations - Offers '3 Continent' pro

Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Kulpreet Yadava (Actor, Screenwriter) - Dev Joshi (Actor), Irene Biru

Guest Lecturers : World-Class Faculty Engagement - Nobel Laureates as guest faculty - Top scientists and industry stal

Shortlisted by 183078+ students

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JCC

Delhi, Delhi

Private

Shortlisted by 82778 students

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Jagannath University Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan

Private

Shortlisted by 148859 students

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

Bahadurgarh, Haryana

Private UnAided

Shortlisted by 38595 students

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Techno India University

4.2
(122 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+5 AICTE , Council of Architecture , BCI , PCI , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

1,80,000 - 10,00,000 Design
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+6 GATE , WBJEE , NATA , CBSE 12th , WBCHSE , WB JECA

Techno India University specialties

Region : Strategic Kolkata Location - Proximity to Eastern India's IT Hub - Cultural and educational capital

Rankings : Recognized National & Regional Rank - NIRF 101-150 band (University) - Rank #2 in Kolkata (Times Eng

Tier : Premium Institution Status - NIRF 101-150 band (University) - NAAC B++ accredited university

Fees : Mid-Range Fees - B.Tech:Rs 3.57-9.6 L (Total) - UG courses:Rs 0.87-12 L (Total)

ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Highest package up toRs 2 Cr - Average packageRs 6-11 LPA

Flagship Courses : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - B.Tech in AI & Machine Learning

Specializations : Future-Ready Specializations - Emerging Tech: AI, IoT, Data Science - B.Tech Hons in Cloud Computing

Placements : Industry-Centric Placements - Strong IT/CSE placements - Recruiters: Microsoft, Amazon, TCS

Top Industries : Diverse Industry Reach - IT/Software (TCS, Microsoft, Amazon) - Consulting (Deloitte), Banking (HDFC

Diversity : Vibrant Diverse Community - Students from diverse backgrounds - Multicultural campus environment

Internships : Global Internship Opportunities - International internships (China, Germany) - Interns at Google, IB

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Extensive Global Collaborations - Student exchange programs (Vietnam, France) - Partnerships with Fr

Alumni : Strong Global Alumni Network - 5 lakh+ alumni in top MNCs - Successful entrepreneurs, tech trailblaz

Guest Lecturers : Distinguished Academic Engagement - Eminent scholars at international conferences - Industry experts

Shortlisted by 11284+ students

Bennett University

4.4
(18 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , BCI

5,50,000 Design
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SAT India Exams
...+5 JEECUP , NEET , MHT-CET , JEE Main , CAT

Bennett University is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2016. Bennett University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7080+ students

Manipal University - School of Planning & Design

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC

79,000 - 1,53,750 Design
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UCEED Exams
...+6 MET , RBSE 12th , NATA , CBSE 12th , JEE Advanced , GATE

Manipal University - School of Planning & Design is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2012. Manipal University - School of Planning & Design offers Regular, Online courses such as B.Tech, B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4696+ students

DG Vaishnav College

4.4
(17 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC-AICTE-
...+1 NAAC

46,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Tamilnadu 12th

DG Vaishnav College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1964. DG Vaishnav College offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2407+ students

Alphonsa College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kottayam, Kerala
Private
NAAC

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

Alphonsa College is a Private Institute located in Kottayam, Kerala. It was established in the year 2014. Alphonsa College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 98+ students

Aggarwal College (ACB), Faridabad

4.1
(14 Reviews)
Faridabad, Haryana
Private
Government

Aggarwal College (ACB), Faridabad is a Private Institute located in Faridabad, Haryana. It was established in the year 2014. Aggarwal College (ACB), Faridabad offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 165+ students

MJC Jalgaon

4.1
(8 Reviews)
Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , SET

MJC Jalgaon is a Private Institute located in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. . MJC Jalgaon offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 190+ students

N.S. Patel Arts College

Anand, Gujarat
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

15,000 Design
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GSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

N.S. Patel Arts College is a Private Institute located in Anand, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1970. N.S. Patel Arts College offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, PGD, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 66+ students

North Bengal St. Xavier's College

4.3
(7 Reviews)
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

Class Exams
...+4 Board , CBSE 12th , Examinations , WBCHSE

North Bengal St. Xavier's College is a Private Institute located in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2007. North Bengal St. Xavier's College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 147+ students

P.C.M. S.D. College for Women

Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

P.C.M. S.D. College for Women is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1973. P.C.M. S.D. College for Women offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4+ students

Pope s college

Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Pope s college is a Private Institute located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1962. Pope s college offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 37+ students

Providence College of Teacher Education For Women

Calicut, Kerala
Private
NCTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Providence College of Teacher Education For Women is a Private Institute located in Calicut, Kerala. It was established in the year 1952. Providence College of Teacher Education For Women offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

R.R.M.K Arya Mahila Mahavidyalaya

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

R.R.M.K Arya Mahila Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Pathankot, Punjab. It was established in the year 1969. R.R.M.K Arya Mahila Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Sree Amman Arts and Science College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

Sree Amman Arts and Science College is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1989. Sree Amman Arts and Science College offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

KASC Erode

Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private

KASC Erode is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2001. KASC Erode offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 24+ students

Sikh National College (SNC), Banga

Banga, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

Sikh National College (SNC), Banga is a Private Institute located in Banga, Punjab. It was established in the year 1953. Sikh National College (SNC), Banga offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 79+ students

Yashwantrao Chavan Institute of Science

4.2
(11 Reviews)
Satara, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Yashwantrao Chavan Institute of Science is a Private Institute located in Satara, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1965. Yashwantrao Chavan Institute of Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, Certificate, M.Phil in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 181+ students

National College for Women

Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
NCTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

National College for Women is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 1985. National College for Women offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NICTE
...+1 Other

33,550 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1987. Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, BA, PhD, BASLP in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Ojaswini College of Fine Art

Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

Ojaswini College of Fine Art is a Private Institute located in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1945. Ojaswini College of Fine Art offers Regular, Part Time courses such as Diploma, Certificate, BFA, MFA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 41+ students

Anantarao Pawar Senior College

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Anantarao Pawar Senior College is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2008. Anantarao Pawar Senior College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22+ students

SPIT

4.6
(7 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+2 NAAC , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

65,000 - 1,30,000 Design
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 JEST , NIMCET , CSIR , UGC , XAT , MHT-CET

Sardar Patel Institute of Technology specialties

Region : Strategic Mumbai Tech Hub - Located in Andheri (West), providing immediate proximity to Mumbai's major IT hubs and financial districts - Strategic advantage for industry networking, guest lectures, and recruitment drives from Fortune 500 companies

Rankings : Nationally Recognized Excellence - Ranked in the 101-150 band nationally by NIRF 2023 (Engineering Category) - Consistently ranked among the top 5 private engineering colleges in Maharashtra

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 6.8 - 7.2 L (Total for 4-year B.Tech program) - Competitive fee structure for an autonomous institute with premium placement outcomes

ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Average annual CTC significantly exceeds the total 4-year tuition fee - One of the highest ROI ratios among private engineering colleges in India

Flagship Courses : Computer Engineering & IT - Flagship programs with a curriculum focused on AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science - Autonomous status allows for rapid curriculum updates based on industry requirements

Placements : Product & FinTech Specialization - Strong focus on Product-based companies and Global Investment Banks - Dedicated Training and Placement Cell facilitating roles in Software Development, Quant Research, and Data Analytics

Internships : High-Stipend Industry Internships - Mandatory semester-long internships for final year students - Recent internships secured at Microsoft, Amazon, Credit Suisse, and J.P. Morgan Chase

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Collaborations - Active MoUs with international universities for research and student exchange - Collaborations with industry leaders like IBM, Cisco, and NVIDIA for specialized labs

Hostel : Residential Facilities - Hostel accommodation available within the Bhavan's campus for outstation students - Access to shared campus amenities including a mess, library, and recreational zones

Infrastructure : Expansive 47-Acre Campus - Situated within the lush green 47-acre Bhavan's Campus, a rare expansive green space in Mumbai - Features a dedicated lake, botanical garden, and extensive sports facilities including a cricket ground

Shortlisted by 1131+ students

Pratap Bahadur Post Graduate College

1.0
(1 Reviews)
Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

Pratap Bahadur Post Graduate College is a Private Institute located in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1971. Pratap Bahadur Post Graduate College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 83+ students

Pt. Mohan Lal SD College for Women

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

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

Pt. Mohan Lal SD College for Women is a Private Institute located in Gurdaspur, Punjab. It was established in the year 1995. Pt. Mohan Lal SD College for Women offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

PCTE Ludhiana

3.9
(11 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+1 PTU

93,000 Design
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GPAT Exams
...+6 WBJEE , AIMA , HM , JEE , CET , HMCT

PCTE Ludhiana is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. . PCTE Ludhiana offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 181+ students

R.C. Patel Arts Commerce And Science College

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

R.C. Patel Arts Commerce And Science College is a Private Institute located in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 1991. R.C. Patel Arts Commerce And Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

RR Bawa Dav College For Girls

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

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

RR Bawa Dav College For Girls is a Private Institute located in Batala, Punjab. It was established in the year 1965. RR Bawa Dav College For Girls offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

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1,10,000 - 3,18,000 Design

CSIR NET Exams

68,000 - 1,08,000 Design

CSIR NET Exams

Amity University, Gwalior specialties

1,30,000 - 3,08,000 Design

MAH MCA CET Exams

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1,80,000 - 10,00,000 Design

CBSE 10th Exams

Techno India University specialties

5,50,000 Design

SAT India Exams

79,000 - 1,53,750 Design

UCEED Exams

46,000 Design

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

Maharashtra HSC Exams

15,000 Design

GSEB 12th Exams

Class Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

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Maharashtra HSC Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

33,550 Design

CBSE 12th Exams

Maharashtra HSC Exams

65,000 - 1,30,000 Design

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93,000 Design

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