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 1995 Private MA Colleges in India

The Oxford Institutions

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

CBSE 10th Exams

The Oxford Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2004. The Oxford Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 120+ students

Sai Group Of Institutions

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC
...+4 IAP , INC , Indian Association of Physiotherapists , NAAC

45,000 MA
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CAT Exams
...+6 GMAT , CMAT , CBSE 12th , SET , UK 12th , MAT

Sai Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2003. Sai Group Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 762+ students

Business Management University Of Kolkata

4.5
(35 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC

2,400 - 42,000 MA
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CAT Exams
...+4 WBJEE , GATE , MAT , JEE Main

Business Management University Of Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1990. Business Management University Of Kolkata offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Diploma, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 56+ students

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

Bahadurgarh, Haryana

Private UnAided

Shortlisted by 38901 students

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Jagannath University Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan

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Vivekananda Institute of Mass Communication

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private

IPU CET Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Vivekananda Institute of Mass Communication is a Private Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 2021. Vivekananda Institute of Mass Communication offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MA, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 312+ students

CPU

4.0
(6 Reviews)
Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

22,000 - 44,000 MA
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HPCET Exams
...+6 GATE , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th , HPBOSE 10th , JEE Main , HPBOSE 12th

CPU is a Private Institute located in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2012. CPU offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4300+ students

Sikkim Professional University

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Gangtok, Sikkim
Private
BCI
...+2 INC , PCI

39,500 - 41,000 MA
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CUET Exams

Sikkim Professional University is a Private Institute located in Gangtok, Sikkim. It was established in the year 2008. Sikkim Professional University offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1802+ students

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Rama University

4.4
(9 Reviews)
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 AICTE , DCI , BCI , INC , DSIR

50,000 MA
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CLAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , LSAT , GPAT , JEECUP , UP 12th , AILET

Rama University specialties

Region : Industrial & NCR Proximity - Main campus in Kanpur, a major industrial hub for leather and textiles - Strategic presence in Hapur (NCR), providing access to the national capital's corporate ecosystem

Rankings : Statutory Recognition - Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) - Accredited by MCI, DCI, BCI, INC, and NCTE for professional standards

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 2.5 - 70 L (Total) - Competitive fee structure for professional courses compared to other private universities

ROI : Good Return on Investment - Balanced ratio of academic fees to placement outcomes - High clinical ROI for medical and dental students due to in-house hospital exposure

Flagship Courses : MBBS & B.Tech (CSE) - MBBS program supported by a 500+ bed super-specialty hospital - B.Tech in Computer Science with industry-aligned specializations

Specializations : Integrated Healthcare Education - Unique focus on Medical and Dental sciences with on-campus research centers - Interdisciplinary research opportunities across Agriculture, Engineering, and Law

Placements : Corporate Relations Cell - Dedicated cell facilitating connections with 500+ active recruiters - Focus on IT Services, Healthcare, and Manufacturing sectors

Top Industries : Healthcare & Technology - Primary sectors: Healthcare, Information Technology, and Agri-Tech - Strong recruitment from Manufacturing and Legal firms

Diversity : Pan-India Student Community - Students enrolled from over 20 Indian states - International student presence enhancing the multicultural learning environment

Internships : In-House Clinical Training - Mandatory clinical rotations at Rama Hospital and Research Centre - Corporate internships with partners like HCL and Tech Mahindra

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Alliances - Collaborations with international universities for research and faculty exchange - Industry tie-ups for curriculum development and skill certification

Alumni : Global Professional Network - Alumni placed in top healthcare institutions like Apollo and Fortis - Strong presence in global tech firms including TCS and Infosys

Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular seminars by senior medical consultants and industry veterans - Workshops led by technical experts from the IT and Manufacturing sectors

Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts - 15 residential blocks with options for Single Rooms and AC accommodations - Rare availability of high-privacy single occupancy units in the regional category

Infrastructure : 150-Acre Lush Campus - Sprawling 150-acre green campus in Kanpur with scenic beauty - Spacious sports grounds, modern auditoriums, and advanced laboratory facilities

Shortlisted by 17606+ students

INSD Thane

4.4
(5 Reviews)
Thane, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

1,31,200 MA
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INSD Thane is a Private Institute located in Thane, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2019. INSD Thane offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7441+ students

ICRI Pune

4.0
(7 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private

1,60,000 MA
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

ICRI Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2014. ICRI Pune offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 12788+ students

SPC Bangalore

4.7
(6 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

75,000 MA
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Karnataka 2nd PUC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

SPC Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1914. SPC Bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2811+ students

Vedic Kanya PG College , Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

12,000 - 16,000 MA
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Vedic Kanya PG College is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1995. Vedic Kanya PG College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5850+ students

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Netaji Subhas University

4.1
(16 Reviews)
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Private
UGC
...+5 AICTE , BCI , PCI , NCTE , INC

40,000 - 50,000 MA
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CAT Exams
...+6 WBJEE , CBSE 12th , BITSAT , JAC 12th , VITEEE , XAT

Netaji Subhas University is a Private Institute located in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 2018. Netaji Subhas University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 15943+ students

Arunachal University of Studies, Namsai

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh
Private
AIU
...+8 RCI , INC , NCTE , UGC , BCI , NAAC , PCI , AICTE

44,000 - 88,750 MA
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CUET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

Arunachal University of Studies, Namsai is a Private Institute located in Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2012. Arunachal University of Studies, Namsai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5517+ students

Symbiosis School for Online and Digital Learning

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

50,000 MA
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Symbiosis School for Online and Digital Learning is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2023. Symbiosis School for Online and Digital Learning offers Online courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 468+ students

Skylink International Institute of Fashion Designing , Jaipur

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

85,000 MA
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Skylink International Institute of Fashion Designing is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. . Skylink International Institute of Fashion Designing offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8563+ students

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Bharti VIshwavidyalaya, Durg

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Durg, Chhattisgarh
Private
AICTE

19,200 - 24,000 MA
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CGBSE 12th Exams
...+3 CGBSE 10th , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

Bharti VIshwavidyalaya, Durg is a Private Institute located in Durg, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2021. Bharti VIshwavidyalaya, Durg offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22246+ students

Aviation Institute of Advanced Technology, Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private

1,00,000 MA
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Aviation Institute of Advanced Technology, Visakhapatnam is a Private Institute located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 2017. Aviation Institute of Advanced Technology, Visakhapatnam offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BBA, BCA, Diploma, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13920+ students

Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya (HRMMV) , Jalandhar

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

25,000 - 35,000 MA
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PSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1927. Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8628+ students

ISBM University Chhattisgarh

3.6
(10 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC

14,000 - 46,000 MA
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CGBSE 12th Exams
...+3 CGBSE 10th , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

ISBM University Chhattisgarh is a Private Institute located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2016. ISBM University Chhattisgarh offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 14430+ students

Chhartrapati Shivaji Maharaj Institute of Technology, Shedung, Panvel

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Panvel, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

1,05,000 - 1,85,000 MA
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MHT-CET Exams
...+3 CAT , GATE , UGC NET

Chhartrapati Shivaji Maharaj Institute of Technology, Shedung, Panvel is a Private Institute located in Panvel, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2014. Chhartrapati Shivaji Maharaj Institute of Technology, Shedung, Panvel offers Regular courses such as MSc, MA, M.Tech, PGD, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5812+ students

Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Private
Internatio

8,400 MA
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SITEEE Exams
...+2 CUET , CBSE 12th

Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture is a Private Institute located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2010. Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1486+ students

Srinath University

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Private
UGC
...+2 PCI , AICTE

40,000 - 50,000 MA
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Srinath University is a Private Institute located in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 2021. Srinath University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13725+ students

Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Private

12,000 - 24,200 MA
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Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University is a Private University located in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2009. Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 356+ students

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Don Bosco Arts & Science College

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

78,000 MA
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Don Bosco Arts & Science College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2013. Don Bosco Arts & Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Lexicon Institute of Media & Animation

Pune, Maharashtra
Private

3,54,000 MA
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Lexicon Institute of Media & Animation is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. . Lexicon Institute of Media & Animation offers Regular courses such as BSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1621+ students

TGC Jaipur

4.3
(7 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

RBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

TGC Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2002. TGC Jaipur offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2235+ students

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North East Frontier Technical University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
West Siang, Arunachal Pradesh
Private
AIU
...+4 NCTE , UGC , BCI , PCI

JEE Main Exams

North East Frontier Technical University is a Private Institute located in West Siang, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2014. North East Frontier Technical University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BBA, LLB, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 60+ students

William Carey University

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Shillong, Meghalaya
Private
UGC

CBSE 10th Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , MBOSE HSSLC

William Carey University is a Private Institute located in Shillong, Meghalaya. It was established in the year 2005. William Carey University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 181+ students

CMJ University

Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya
Private

MBOSE HSSLC Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

CMJ University is a Private Institute located in Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya. It was established in the year 2009. CMJ University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

IILM University Greater Noida

4.1
(74 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NBA
...+1 SAQS

2,00,000 MA
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IILM University Greater Noida is a Private Institute located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1993. IILM University Greater Noida offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 37183+ students

Top Private MA Colleges in India 2026

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

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

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

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

Showing 1995 Private MA Colleges in India

CBSE 10th Exams

45,000 MA

CAT Exams

2,400 - 42,000 MA

CAT Exams

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IPU CET Exams

22,000 - 44,000 MA

HPCET Exams

39,500 - 41,000 MA

CUET Exams

50,000 MA

CLAT Exams

Rama University specialties

1,31,200 MA

1,60,000 MA

CBSE 12th Exams

75,000 MA

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exams

12,000 - 16,000 MA

40,000 - 50,000 MA

CAT Exams

44,000 - 88,750 MA

CUET Exams

50,000 MA

85,000 MA

19,200 - 24,000 MA

CGBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 MA

25,000 - 35,000 MA

PSEB 12th Exams

14,000 - 46,000 MA

CGBSE 12th Exams

1,05,000 - 1,85,000 MA

MHT-CET Exams

8,400 MA

SITEEE Exams

40,000 - 50,000 MA

12,000 - 24,200 MA

78,000 MA

3,54,000 MA

RBSE 12th Exams

JEE Main Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

MBOSE HSSLC Exams

2,00,000 MA

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