Top PhD Colleges in India 2026: Ranking, Fees, Admission, Placement 2026

Top PhD Colleges in India 2026

There are total 1198 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges in India. Out of the total, 698 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges are private and 204 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) are owned by the government.CSIR NET, DUEE, PU CET PG, UGC, CSIR are accepted for admission in Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges in India. Top 10 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges are IISC Bangalore, IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Roorkee, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University, IIT Hyderabad, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi University.

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1198
Accepted Entrance Exams	CSIR NET, DUEE, PU CET PG, UGC, CSIR
Average Fees	₹ 1.14 Lacs
Average Placement	₹ 300000.0

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Maharashtra	206	₹ 124158
Tamil Nadu	195	₹ 61373
Karnataka	93	₹ 118826
Gujarat	84	₹ 168569
Rajasthan	79	₹ 116617
Uttar Pradesh	78	₹ 100259
Kerala	51	₹ 64410
Madhya Pradesh	49	₹ 139692
Haryana	37	₹ 153723
Andhra Pradesh	36	₹ 72821

Top Govt Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IISC Bangalore	-	-
IIT Bombay	-	-
IIT Delhi	-	-
IIT Kanpur	765	₹ 40032
IIT Roorkee	-	-
Jawaharlal Nehru University	70	-
Banaras Hindu University	-	₹ 8368
IIT Hyderabad	60	₹ 286057
Jamia Millia Islamia	-	-
Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning	-	-

Top Private Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 305000
AMRITA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, Coimbatore	-	-
SRM University Chennai	-	-
BITS Pilani	-	₹ 78570
IIT Dhanbad	-	-
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology	-	₹ 168000
LPU	-	₹ 183265
SASTRA University	-	-
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University)	-	-
Institute of Chemical Technology	-	-

Showing 1154 PhD Colleges in India

Adesh University

4.0
(6 Reviews)
Bhatinda, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

21,500 - 19,50,000
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NEET PG Exams
...+6 NEET , FMGE , UGC NET , PSEB 12th , NEET MDS , CBSE 12th

Adesh University is a Private Institute located in Bhatinda, Punjab. It was established in the year 2012. Adesh University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 586+ students

Government College (GC), Nedumangad

Nedumangad, Kerala
Government
NAAC

1,525 - 30,000
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Kerala University Admission Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , Kerala 12th

Government College (GC), Nedumangad is a Government Institute located in Nedumangad, Kerala. It was established in the year 1981. Government College (GC), Nedumangad offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MA, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

IIIT Sri City

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
Private
MHRD

87,000 - 3,30,000
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JEE Main Exams
...+4 GATE , DASA UG , JEE Advanced , CCMT

IIIT Sri City is a Private Institute located in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 2013. IIIT Sri City offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 210+ students

IIIT Kalyani

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Kalyani, West Bengal
Private Aided
MHRD

1,88,420
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JEE Main Exams
...+3 JEE Advanced , GATE , CSIR NET

IIIT Kalyani is a Private Aided Institute located in Kalyani, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2014. IIIT Kalyani offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 159+ students

Government College (GC), Attingal

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Attingal, Kerala
Government
NAAC

Kerala University Admission Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , Kerala 12th

Government College (GC), Attingal is a Government Institute located in Attingal, Kerala. It was established in the year 1975. Government College (GC), Attingal offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

University of Technology, Sanganer

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC

10,000 - 2,80,000
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RBSE 10th Exams
...+6 CLAT , AIEED , JEE Main , CBSE 10th , Rajasthan Pre PG , CBSE 12th

University of Technology, Sanganer is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2017. University of Technology, Sanganer offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 66761+ students

Al Ameen College of Pharmacy (AACP), Bangalore

3.4
(9 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NBA
...+1 AICTE

Al Ameen College of Pharmacy (AACP), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1982. Al Ameen College of Pharmacy (AACP), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, Pharm.D in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 298+ students

The NorthCap University

4.6
(8 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+5 BCI , AIU , MHRD , NAAC , ASIC

81,667 - 12,00,000
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CUET Exams
...+6 JEE Main , MAT , UGC NET , CLAT , GATE , AILET

The NorthCap University is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 1996. The NorthCap University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 174+ students

Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT) Bangalore

4.3
(23 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+5 NBA , PCI , INC , DTE , NAAC

13,405 - 4,50,000
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KCET Exams
...+6 NATA , CMAT , AIMA UGAT , NCHM JEE , CSIR NET , COMEDK UGET

Acharya Institutes is one of the popular engineering institutes in Bengaluru commonly called the AIT well recognised all across the country and has received many awards. Institute offer a variety of courses stretched over from a few common streams to specializations. The mainstreams available are Engineering and Architecture, Sciences, Computer Applications and IT, and Management and Business Administration. The B. Tech programs are the most popular courses among students. CET, COMEDK, and JEE are the exams accepted for admissions into technical courses. AIT is affiliated with the Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

Shortlisted by 34417+ students

MVN University

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Palwal, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , Bar Council of India , PCI , AIU

35,000 - 2,80,000
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 GPAT , UGC NET , IPUCET , AIMA UGAT , AILET , CET

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

Shortlisted by 3198+ students

The ICFAI University (ICFAI-J), Jaipur

4.2
(55 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Government
UGC
...+3 AICTE , BCI , AIU

30,000 - 1,10,000
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CET Exams
...+6 XAT , SLAT , CUET , CMAT , MAT , GMAT

The ICFAI University (ICFAI-J), Jaipur is a Government Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2011. The ICFAI University (ICFAI-J), Jaipur offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 105722+ students

IIITDM Kurnool

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
Government
MHRD

1,21,650 - 2,77,800
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 UGC NET , GATE , JEE Advanced , CCMT , CSIR NET , AP EAMCET

IIITDM Kurnool is a Government Institute located in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 2014. IIITDM Kurnool offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, M.E., B.Tech+M.Tech in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 158+ students

Krupanidhi Group of Institutions

4.8
(8 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

75,000 - 3,50,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Krupanidhi Group of Institutions is ranked as Asia’s fastest-growing private education institution in Karnataka by KPMG India. It is managed by Krupanidhi Educational Trust and is affiliated with Bangalore North University and Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. It is approved by AICTE, UGC, PCI, Indian Nursing Council, Karnataka Nursing Council, and recognised by Govt. KGI has 8 institutes under it namely, Business School, Pharmacy College, Physiotherapy College, Nursing College, Degree College, Pre-University College, Residential PU College, and an International School. Popular degrees offer BBA, PGDM, and MBA. A student applying for MBA & PGDM must have a valid CAT/GMAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT score card. The eligibility criteria for candidates should have passed the 10+2 examination with equivalent subjects as per the degree choice.

Shortlisted by 68421+ students

St. Francis Institute of Technology

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+2 ISO , AICTE

99,000 - 5,00,000
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JEE Main Exams
...+5 CSIR , MHT-CET , GATE , JEST , UGC

St. Francis Institute of Technology is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2002. St. Francis Institute of Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, B.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 216+ students

Dr. N.G.P Institute of Technology

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
NBA
...+3 UGC , NAAC , AICTE

35,000 - 2,00,000
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XAT Exams
...+6 TNEA , CMAT , CSIR , MAT , GATE , CBSE 12th

Dr. N.G.P Institute of Technology is a Private Unaided Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2007. Dr. N.G.P Institute of Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PhD, B.E., M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 600+ students

Atmiya University

4.5
(15 Reviews)
Rajkot, Gujarat
Private
UGC
...+8 AICTE , DCI , NBA , BCI , MCI , NCTE , ISO , INC

30,000 - 1,17,000
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GUJCET Exams
...+6 GSEB 12th , XAT , CMAT , JEE Main , MAT , GMAT

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

Shortlisted by 25494+ students

Madras Institute of Technology

4.5
(12 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

25,000 - 2,00,000
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TNEA Exams
...+6 GATE , JEST , CBSE 12th , Tamilnadu 12th , CSIR NET , TANCET

Madras Institute of Technology is one of the best engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu. This popular B.E college in Tamil Nadu is an affiliated institute of Anna University. The popular courses offered by the Madras Institute of Technology include B.E, M.E and research courses. The B.Tech admission process of Madras Institute of Technology is based on the online counselling process called as TNEA conducted by DTE Tamil Nadu. The M.E admission at Madars Institute of Technology is based on TANCET.

Shortlisted by 823+ students

CT University (CTU), Ludhiana

4.6
(25 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

7,500 - 7,60,000
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NATA Exams
...+6 CMAT , UCEED , PSEB 12th , AILET , Punjab JET , NID

CT University (CTU), Ludhiana is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 2017. CT University (CTU), Ludhiana offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10787+ students

RIMS Ranchi

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Government Aided
AICTE

3,000 - 13,000
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NEET PG Exams
...+4 JCECE , NEET , NEET SS , UG

RIMS Ranchi is a Government Aided Institute located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 1960. RIMS Ranchi offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, Diploma, PGD, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 627+ students

KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology

4.0
(27 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
UGC
...+3 NBA , NAAC , AICTE

50,000 - 2,00,000
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#151-200 NIRF Ranking
TNEA Exams
...+6 CSIR , GATE , CBSE 12th , UGC , Tamilnadu 12th , TANCET

KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology is a Private Unaided Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2009. KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, PhD, B.E., M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 558+ students

NLU Delhi

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC
...+2 BCI , NAAC

30,000 - 1,47,000
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AILET Exams
...+3 LSAT , CLAT , India

NLU Delhi is a Private Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 2001. NLU Delhi offers Regular, Part Time courses such as LLB, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1036+ students

Sri Venkateswara University

4.3
(27 Reviews)
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Public
MHRD
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

2,750 - 1,60,000
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#101-150 NIRF Ranking
AP EAMCET Exams
...+6 CAT , BIEAP , AP PGECET , CBSE 12th , MAT , AP PGCET

Sri Venkateswara University is a Public Institute located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1954. Sri Venkateswara University offers Regular, Distance courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1394+ students

Bhagwant University, Ajmer

5.0
(7 Reviews)
Ajmer, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+4 State Govt. of Rajasthan , NCTE , BCI , PCI

10,000 - 2,35,000
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GATE Exams
...+6 CLAT , B.Ed. , CBSE 12th , Rajasthan JET Agriculture , GPAT , NEET

Bhagwant University, Ajmer is a Private Institute located in Ajmer, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2008. Bhagwant University, Ajmer offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18497+ students

NIILM University

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Kaithal, Haryana
Private
AICTE
...+3 NBA , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

21,000 - 4,50,000
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CMAT Exams
...+6 AILET , CSIR NET , UGC NET , MAT , SET BCA , CLAT

NIILM University is a Private Institute located in Kaithal, Haryana. It was established in the year 2011. NIILM University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 25779+ students

Sri Sai University

4.1
(21 Reviews)
Palampur, Himachal Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

40,000 - 1,80,000
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XAT Exams
...+6 HPCET , CMAT , JEE Main , MAT , GMAT , UGC NET

Sri Sai University is a Private Institute located in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2010. Sri Sai University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 37189+ students

SAM Global University

4.3
(74 Reviews)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 AIMA , Council of Architecture (COA) , UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee) , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , ICAI

7,500 - 2,22,500
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MPBSE 10th Exams
...+3 CBSE 10th , MPBSE 12th , CBSE 12th

SAM Global University specialties

Ranking : Emerging Regional Recognition - NIRF 501 in Open University category. - Ranked among top private uni
Region : Central India Education Hub - Located in Bhopal, an emerging education hub. - Benefits from affordab
Fees : Accessible Fee Structure -Rs 0.2-2.5 L (Per Year) for popular programs.
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Competitive average package against fee structure.
Flagship Course : Industry-Focused Programs - B.Tech (CSE, AI/ML, Data Science). - MBA, BBA, and BAMS programs.
Specialization : Cutting-Edge Specializations - B.Tech with L&T (AI, Data Science). - BBA in Data Analytics, Logistic
Placement Focus : Robust Career Development - Dedicated Training & Placement Cell. - Strong industry partnerships for
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Placements - IT (TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Tech Mahindra). - Banking (Axis Bank, HDFC Ba
Diversity : Vibrant International Community - 20% international student enrollment.
Internship : Practical Industry Exposure - Internship opportunities with renowned companies. - Summer, Winter, Re
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 180+ MOUs with industry and academia. - International collaboratio
Alumni : Growing Alumni Network - Strong network supporting career success.
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagement - 145+ top experts and industry professionals.

Shortlisted by 94225+ students

Terna Dental College

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Dental Cou

9,00,000
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NEET Exams
...+1 NEET MDS

Terna Dental College is a Private Institute located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1980. Terna Dental College offers Regular courses such as PhD, BDS, MDS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 169+ students

RTMNU

4.7
(25 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Public
UGC
...+5 NBA , AIU , ACU , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3,855 - 1,50,000
Get Fee Details
NATA Exams
...+6 CMAT , UCEED , AILET , NCHM JEE , All India B.Ed. , NID

RTMNU is a Public Institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1923. RTMNU offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1598+ students

Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya

4.0
(5 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+2 NBA , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

3,000 - 1,86,000
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BPSMV M.Ed. Exams
...+6 CMAT , AIMA UGAT , AILET , NCHM JEE , CSIR NET , MAT

Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Sonepat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2005. Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 451+ students

IIIT Surat

3.8
(4 Reviews)
Surat, Gujarat
Private Aided
MHRD

1,89,870
Get Fee Details
JEE Main Exams

IIIT Surat is a Private Aided Institute located in Surat, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2017. IIIT Surat offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 123+ students

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21,500 - 19,50,000

NEET PG Exams

1,525 - 30,000

Kerala University Admission Exams

87,000 - 3,30,000

JEE Main Exams

1,88,420

JEE Main Exams

Kerala University Admission Exams

10,000 - 2,80,000

RBSE 10th Exams

81,667 - 12,00,000

CUET Exams

13,405 - 4,50,000

KCET Exams

35,000 - 2,80,000

JEE Main Exams

30,000 - 1,10,000

CET Exams

1,21,650 - 2,77,800

JEE Main Exams

75,000 - 3,50,000

CBSE 12th Exams

99,000 - 5,00,000

JEE Main Exams

35,000 - 2,00,000

XAT Exams

30,000 - 1,17,000

GUJCET Exams

25,000 - 2,00,000

TNEA Exams

7,500 - 7,60,000

NATA Exams

3,000 - 13,000

NEET PG Exams

50,000 - 2,00,000

#151-200 NIRF Ranking

TNEA Exams

30,000 - 1,47,000

AILET Exams

2,750 - 1,60,000

#101-150 NIRF Ranking

AP EAMCET Exams

10,000 - 2,35,000

GATE Exams

21,000 - 4,50,000

CMAT Exams

40,000 - 1,80,000

XAT Exams

7,500 - 2,22,500

MPBSE 10th Exams

SAM Global University specialties

9,00,000

NEET Exams

3,855 - 1,50,000

NATA Exams

3,000 - 1,86,000

BPSMV M.Ed. Exams

1,89,870

JEE Main Exams

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