Top Private MA Colleges in India 2026

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

There are total 3922 M.A. (Master of Arts) colleges in India. Out of the total, 2383 M.A. (Master of Arts) colleges are private and 652 M.A. (Master of Arts) are owned by the government.CUET PG, DUEE, Punjabi University Admission, JLUET, CBSE 12th are accepted for admission in M.A. (Master of Arts) colleges in India. Top 10 M.A. (Master of Arts) colleges are IIT Madras, IIT Guwahati, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Manipal University, Aligarh Muslim University, Jadavpur University, Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning.

M.A. (Master of Arts) College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	3922
Accepted Entrance Exams	CUET PG, DUEE, Punjabi University Admission, JLUET, CBSE 12th
Average Fees	₹ 39.4 K

M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Uttar Pradesh	559	₹ 44572
Maharashtra	493	₹ 92416
Tamil Nadu	385	₹ 36646
Rajasthan	283	₹ 29744
Madhya Pradesh	244	₹ 22356
Gujarat	238	₹ 35493
Karnataka	226	₹ 108528
Kerala	209	₹ 28609
Punjab	166	₹ 38652
Haryana	153	₹ 84439

Top Govt M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Guwahati	-	₹ 30150
Jawaharlal Nehru University	-	-
Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science	606	₹ 5947
Banaras Hindu University	3050	₹ 6327
Jamia Millia Islamia	-	-
Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning	-	₹ 10500
University of Hyderabad	506	₹ 8720
IIT Gandhinagar	-	₹ 67000
NIT Trichy	-	₹ 26300
NIT Rourkela	-	₹ 85000

Top Private M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 147555
SRM University Chennai	570	₹ 30000
Chandigarh University	-	₹ 97800
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology	30	₹ 43500
LPU	-	₹ 88333
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University)	-	-
Amity University, Noida	-	₹ 137866
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	5	₹ 224458
Sathyabama University	-	-
University of Mysore	1023	₹ 23099

Showing 1993 Private MA Colleges in India

Captain Vishal Singh Degree College

Etawah, Uttar Pradesh
Private

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 UP 12th

Captain Vishal Singh Degree College is a Private Institute located in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. . Captain Vishal Singh Degree College offers Regular courses such as Diploma, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

RP Degree College

Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC

RP Degree College is a Private Institute located in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1969. RP Degree College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 69+ students

Vinita Devi Mahila Mahavidyalay

Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Vinita Devi Mahila Mahavidyalay is a Private Institute located in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2014. Vinita Devi Mahila Mahavidyalay offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

Bahadurgarh, Haryana

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Jagannath University Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan

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Shri Mannulal Kanya Mahavidyalaya

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

Shri Mannulal Kanya Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. Shri Mannulal Kanya Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Patel Sri Teekaram Degree College

Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Patel Sri Teekaram Degree College is a Private Institute located in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1999. Patel Sri Teekaram Degree College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Sri Hazarilal PG & Teachers-Training College

Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Sri Hazarilal PG & Teachers-Training College is a Private Institute located in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2004. Sri Hazarilal PG & Teachers-Training College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

Malti Devi Degree College

Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Govt of Ut

Malti Devi Degree College is a Private Institute located in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. . Malti Devi Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Sri Gandhi Degree College

Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Sri Gandhi Degree College is a Private Institute located in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1925. Sri Gandhi Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Rajpal Singh Memorial Post Graduate(P.G.) College

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

Rajpal Singh Memorial Post Graduate(P.G.) College is a Private Institute located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2011. Rajpal Singh Memorial Post Graduate(P.G.) College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, LLB, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 46+ students

Jawaharlal Nehru University School of Arts and Aesthetics

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

CUET PG Exams

Jawaharlal Nehru University School of Arts and Aesthetics is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2009. Jawaharlal Nehru University School of Arts and Aesthetics offers Regular courses such as MA, M.Phil in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 74+ students

Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College

Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Private
Other

Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College is a Private Institute located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2005. Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Vijaya Educational Academy

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
The Tamiln

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

Vijaya Educational Academy is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2011. Vijaya Educational Academy offers Regular courses such as BSc, MA, DNB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 152+ students

Women's College of Education

Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Private
NCTE

Women's College of Education is a Private Institute located in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1990. Women's College of Education offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8+ students

Udit Narayan Post Graduate College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Udit Narayan Post Graduate College is a Private Institute located in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1962. Udit Narayan Post Graduate College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 116+ students

Apeejay Stya University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+4 Bar Council of India , Pharmacy Council of India , NCTE , AICTE

2,60,000 - 2,85,192 MA
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...+6 AIEEA , NIFT , Haryana B.Ed. , NID DAT , MAT , NIPER Joint

Apeejay Stya University is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2010. Apeejay Stya University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Rana Pratap PG College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Rana Pratap PG College is a Private Institute located in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1971. Rana Pratap PG College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

Sant Tulsi Das P. G. College

Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Sant Tulsi Das P. G. College is a Private Institute located in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1973. Sant Tulsi Das P. G. College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 55+ students

Shri Vinayak P.G. College

Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NTCE

Shri Vinayak P.G. College is a Private Institute located in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2011. Shri Vinayak P.G. College offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Ed, MA, PGD, M.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 28+ students

Ideal Degree College

Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Govt of Ut

Ideal Degree College is a Private Institute located in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2006. Ideal Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Mahila P.G. College

Bharich, Uttar Pradesh
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Mahila P.G. College is a Private Institute located in Bharich, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1973. Mahila P.G. College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Sant Paramhans Guru Prasad Balika Mahavidhyalaya

Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Sant Paramhans Guru Prasad Balika Mahavidhyalaya is a Private Institute located in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2005. Sant Paramhans Guru Prasad Balika Mahavidhyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Ed, MA, BPEd in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Amity University Mumbai

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

2,10,000 MA
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...+6 NEET , MAH AAC CET , ICAR AIEEA , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , MAH MBA CET

Amity University Mumbai specialties

Ranking : Recognized National & Regional Standing - NIRF 43rd (University), 37th (Engineering) - QS Asia #263
Region : Financial Capital Advantage - Proximity to Mumbai's financial and entertainment hub - Enhanced indus
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 Course : Leading Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Specialization : Diverse Industry-Aligned Specializations - B.Tech in CSE, AI, Biotechnology - MBA in Banking & Finan
Placement Focus : 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
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Partnerships/Exchange : International Academic Collaborations - Strong international affiliations - Offers '3 Continent' pro
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Jasdev Singh Sandhu College of Education

Patiala, Punjab
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28,000 MA
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Jasdev Singh Sandhu College of Education is a Private Institute located in Patiala, Punjab. It was established in the year 2013. Jasdev Singh Sandhu College of Education offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Ed, MA, PGD, BTC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Talimuddin Niswan (Girls) Degree College

Mau, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE

Talimuddin Niswan (Girls) Degree College is a Private Institute located in Mau, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1994. Talimuddin Niswan (Girls) Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Swatantrata Senani Shri Ramphul Singh Smarak Kanya Mahavidyalaya

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Swatantrata Senani Shri Ramphul Singh Smarak Kanya Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2011. Swatantrata Senani Shri Ramphul Singh Smarak Kanya Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

Manipal University - School of Planning & Design

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC

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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 4695+ students

Lord Buddha Post Graduate College

Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

Lord Buddha Post Graduate College is a Private Institute located in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2000. Lord Buddha Post Graduate College offers Regular courses such as BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Centre for Higher Learning & Advanced Research

Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Centre for Higher Learning & Advanced Research is a Private Institute located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1990. Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Centre for Higher Learning & Advanced Research offers Regular courses such as MSc, MA, PGD, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22+ students

HINDUSTAN ACADEMY OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private

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HINDUSTAN ACADEMY OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2015. HINDUSTAN ACADEMY OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

Bharathidasan University Constituent Arts and Science College

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC

Bharathidasan University Constituent Arts and Science College is a Private Institute located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2008. Bharathidasan University Constituent Arts and Science College offers Regular courses such as MBA, Diploma, MSc, MA, M.Tech in multiple disciplines. Read More

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