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

Anantarao Pawar Senior College

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

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

Noorul Islam College of Arts & Science

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Noorul Islam College of Arts & Science is a Private Institute located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2001. Noorul Islam College of Arts & Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 67+ students

NSS College, Manjeri

Manjari, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

NSS College, Manjeri is a Private Institute located in Manjari, Kerala. It was established in the year 1965. NSS College, Manjeri offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MA, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 23+ students

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

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

Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
NAAC
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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

P.K.N. Arts and Science College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Tiruvannamali, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC

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P.K.N. Arts and Science College is a Private Institute located in Tiruvannamali, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1996. P.K.N. Arts and Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

P.S. Muthu College of Arts and Science

Theni, Tamil Nadu
Private

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P.S. Muthu College of Arts and Science is a Private Institute located in Theni, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2007. P.S. Muthu College of Arts and Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Padma College of Management & Science

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

Padma College of Management & Science is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2005. Padma College of Management & Science offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, BA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Ramkrishna Paramhansa Mahavidyalaya

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Osmanabad, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

Ramkrishna Paramhansa Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Osmanabad, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2009. Ramkrishna Paramhansa Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

Pedanandipadu College of Arts and Sciences

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Pedanandipadu College of Arts and Sciences is a Private Institute located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1968. Pedanandipadu College of Arts and Sciences offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Phulsing Naik Mahavidyalaya

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

Phulsing Naik Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Yavatmal, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1961. Phulsing Naik Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Prof. Gursewak Singh Govt. College of Physical Education

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Patiala, Punjab
Private
NCTE
...+1 M.L.S.U

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

Prof. Gursewak Singh Govt. College of Physical Education is a Private Institute located in Patiala, Punjab. It was established in the year 2000. Prof. Gursewak Singh Govt. College of Physical Education offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, BPEd, MPEd in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pramukh Swami Science & H.D.Patel Arts College

Kadi, Gujarat
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Pramukh Swami Science & H.D.Patel Arts College is a Private Institute located in Kadi, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1965. Pramukh Swami Science & H.D.Patel Arts College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, MA, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 28+ 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

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Pt. Ram Lakhan Shukla Govt. PG College

Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

Pt. Ram Lakhan Shukla Govt. PG College is a Private Institute located in Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2013. Pt. Ram Lakhan Shukla Govt. PG College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 11+ students

Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gramodya Mahavidyalaya

1.0
(1 Reviews)
Gonda, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gramodya Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2003. Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gramodya Mahavidyalaya offers Regular, Distance courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pt. Mohan Lal SD College for Women

Gurdaspur, Punjab
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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

Pt.BrijKishore Pateria College

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Pt.BrijKishore Pateria College is a Private Institute located in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2008. Pt.BrijKishore Pateria College offers Regular courses such as Diploma, MSc, B.Ed, MA, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pt. Mahadev Shukla Krishak PG College

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Basti, Uttar Pradesh
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Pt. Mahadev Shukla Krishak PG College is a Private Institute located in Basti, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1973. Pt. Mahadev Shukla Krishak PG College offers Regular courses such as BA, MA, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Providence College of Teacher Education For Women

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

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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

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Pt. Raj Narayan Mishra Degree College

Raibareilly, Uttar Pradesh
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Pt. Raj Narayan Mishra Degree College is a Private Institute located in Raibareilly, Uttar Pradesh. . Pt. Raj Narayan Mishra Degree College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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R.H. Patel Arts & Commerce College

Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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R.H. Patel Arts & Commerce College is a Private Institute located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1963. R.H. Patel Arts & Commerce College offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Com, MA, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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R.K Talreja College

4.0
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R.K Talreja College is a Private Institute located in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1961. R.K Talreja College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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R.C. Patel Arts Commerce And Science College

5.0
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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

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R.R.M.K Arya Mahila Mahavidyalaya

5.0
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Pathankot, Punjab
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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

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RAJA SHRI KRISHNA DUTT P.G. COLLEGE

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RAJA SHRI KRISHNA DUTT P.G. COLLEGE is a Private Institute located in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1959. RAJA SHRI KRISHNA DUTT P.G. COLLEGE offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Smt. Dulari Radheshyam Degree College

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Smt. Dulari Radheshyam Degree College is a Private Institute located in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2004. Smt. Dulari Radheshyam Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Raja Shripatrao Bhagwantrao Mahavidyalaya

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Satara, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Raja Shripatrao Bhagwantrao Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Satara, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1994. Raja Shripatrao Bhagwantrao Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8+ students

Raja Harpal Singh Mahavidiyalya

Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Raja Harpal Singh Mahavidiyalya is a Private Institute located in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1965. Raja Harpal Singh Mahavidiyalya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Ed, MA, M.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
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Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. . Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Rajiv Gandhi College of Arts, Commerce & Science

3.0
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Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Rajiv Gandhi College of Arts, Commerce & Science is a Private Institute located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2008. Rajiv Gandhi College of Arts, Commerce & Science offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MA, BMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

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