Top Govt PhD Colleges in India 2026

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

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 145 Govt PhD Colleges in India

IISER Mohali

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Mohali, Punjab
Government
MHRD

47,671 - 50,400 PhD
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#70 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+5 JEE Advanced , COAP , CEED , IIT JAM , GATE

Indian Institute of Science Education & Research specialties

Rank : Top National Rankings - IISER Pune: #35 Nationally (Research, NIRF 2025) - IISER Bhopal: #78 Nationally (Overall, NIRF 2025)
Region : Proximity to Research Hubs - Located near major academic centers - Access to diverse scientific ecosystems
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Rs 4-6 L (Total) for BS-MS program
ROI : Excellent Value Proposition - Strong foundation for higher studies - Competitive industry placements
Flagship Courses : Integrated BS-MS Program - Flagship 5-year dual degree - Blends bachelor's and master's studies
Specialization : Interdisciplinary Research Focus - Core sciences, Earth, Computational & Data Sciences - Significant research project component
Placement Focus : Research & Corporate Pathways - High rate of PhD admissions globally - Roles in Tech, Consulting, R&D
Top Industries : Diverse Career Sectors - Research & Academia, IT/Data Science - Government R&D (DRDO, ISRO)
Diversity : National & International Talent - Attracts students from across India - Encourages international PhD applicants
Internship : Extensive Research Internships - Summer projects at top labs - National and international opportunities
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - MoUs with international universities (e.g., Temple, Max Planck) - Student and faculty exchange programs
Alumni : Impactful Global Network - Many pursue PhDs at top global universities - Leaders in science, industry, government

Shortlisted by 208+ students

School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), Delhi

Delhi, Delhi
Government
MHRD
...+3 Government of India , NAAC , COA

80,000 PhD
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JEE Main Exams
...+4 JEE Advanced , CEED , NATA , GATE

School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi specialties

Rank : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #8 Architecture/Planning - India Today 2024: #2 Architecture
Region : Strategic Capital Advantage - Proximity to Government Bodies (DDA, TCPO) - Access to Policy-Making Hubs
Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure - Rs 2.18-5.5 L (Total) for UG/PG - Government-funded institution
ROI : Good/Excellent Return on Investment - PG Median Package: Rs 8 LPA - B.Arch Median Package: Rs 7.5 LPA
Flagship Courses : Premier Architecture & Planning - Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) - Master of Planning (M.Plan)
Specialization : Diverse Planning & Design Expertise - Urban, Regional, Environmental Planning - Architectural Conservation, Urban Design
Placement Focus : Strong Industry & Government Placements - Consulting, Government, Real Estate sectors - Top firms: Deloitte, AECOM, PwC
Top Industries : Key Recruitment Sectors - Consulting, Government, Real Estate - Infrastructure, Development Sector
Diversity : Pan-India Student Community - Rich cultural learning environment - Balanced male-female student ratio
Internship : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Internships at World Bank, NITI Aayog - Projects with AECOM, PwC, IBI Group
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - International study abroad programs - Exchange opportunities with universities
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Renowned architects like Raj Rewal - Leaders in government and private sector

Shortlisted by 237+ students

College of Engineering (CET), Thiruvananthapuram

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Government
NBA
...+2 AICTE , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

CAT Exams
...+1 KEAM

College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram specialties

Rank : National & State Recognition - NIRF Engineering #101-150 Nationally - NIRF Architecture #15 Nationally
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to Kerala's IT Hubs - Access to Government Research Institutions
Fees : Affordable Quality Education - Low: Rs 0.86-1.71 L (Total B.Tech) - Low: Rs 0.28 L (Total M.Tech)
ROI : High Return on Investment - Excellent value for money
Flagship Courses : Leading Programs Offered - Computer Science, Electronics & Communication - Architecture (B.Arch, M.Arch)
Specialization : Diverse Advanced Specializations - Advanced research in AI, VLSI, Thermal Science - Strong in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - High placement in IT, Software, Core Engineering - Top companies: Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT/Software (Amazon, Infosys, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte), Core Engineering (Bosch)
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Internships in IT, AI, Embedded Systems - TrEST Park: EV Drivetrain, Chip Design
Partnerships/Exchange : Collaborative Research & Development - Collaborations with SERB, KDISC, KSEB - Industry-academia research partnerships
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - G. Madhavan Nair (Former ISRO Chairman) - Notable entrepreneurs, film directors

Shortlisted by 296+ students

Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak

4.2
(61 Reviews)
Rohtak, Haryana
Government

15,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 GPAT

Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak is a Government Institute located in Rohtak, Haryana. It was established in the year 1976. Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1400+ students

KNIT Sultanpur

4.2
(13 Reviews)
Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Government
UGC
...+1 AICTE

CSIR Exams
...+4 JEE Main , UGC , UPSEE , UPCET BTech

KNIT Sultanpur is a Government Institute located in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1979. KNIT Sultanpur offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 663+ students

NIT Nagaland

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Dimapur, Nagaland
Government
UGC
...+1 AICTE

45,000 PhD
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CCMT Exams
...+6 UGC NET , JEE Main , CSIR NET , IIT JAM , CCMN , GATE

NIT Nagaland is a Government Institute located in Dimapur, Nagaland. It was established in the year 2010. NIT Nagaland offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MSc, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 92+ students

Government College (GC), Nedumangad

Nedumangad, Kerala
Government
NAAC

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

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

Government College (GC), Attingal

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Attingal, Kerala
Government
NAAC

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

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

The ICFAI University (ICFAI-J), Jaipur

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

80,000 PhD
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AILET Exams
...+6 CMAT , UGC NET , NEET , CET , LSAT , CBSE 12th

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 105723+ students

IIITDM Kurnool

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
Government
MHRD

CCMT Exams
...+6 UGC NET , JEE Main , CSIR NET , AP EAMCET , JEE Advanced , GATE

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

USICT

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Government
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

IPU CET Exams

USICT is a Government Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 1999. USICT offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 613+ students

SHUATS

3.9
(14 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Government
MHRD
...+4 ISO , ICAR , NAAC , ICFRE

72,000 - 4,20,000 PhD
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NEET PG Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , MP , Allahabad , NEET , JEECUP , B.Ed.

SHUATS is a Government Institute located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1910. SHUATS offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 86145+ students

GCOEA

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Amravati, Maharashtra
Government
UGC
...+1 NBA

1,27,000 - 1,80,000 PhD
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JEE Main Exams
...+3 MHT-CET , GATE , MHTCET MTech

GCOEA is a Government Institute located in Amravati, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1964. GCOEA offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 293+ students

NIT Garwhal

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Government
NAAC

37,500 - 45,000 PhD
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CCMT Exams
...+3 GATE , JEE Main , JEE Advanced

National Institute of Technology, Garhwal specialties

Rank : National & Regional Recognition - NIRF 151-200 band (2025) - India Today #31 (2025)
Region : Himalayan Foothills Advantage - Educational hub in Garhwal - Proximity to natural and spiritual sites
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Rs 2.5-5 L (Total) for B.Tech
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Competitive average packages - Strong career prospects
Flagship Courses : Flagship B.Tech CSE Program - High demand and promising careers
Specialization : Strong CSE & ECE Programs - Focus on Computer Science - Electronics & Communication excellence
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - IT, Consulting, Core Engineering roles - Top companies recruit annually
Top Industries : Leading Recruitment Sectors - IT, Consulting, Core Engineering
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - Internships at tech giants - Stipends up to ?1 Lakh/month
Partnerships/Exchange : Academic Collaborations - IIT Ropar for PhD pathway - Research and student exchange programs
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Leaders in public and private sectors - Pursuing higher studies at IITs

Shortlisted by 212+ students

Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati

4.4
(10 Reviews)
Guwahati, Assam
Government
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

1,20,000 PhD
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NEET Exams
...+6 AIEEA , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , CSIR NET , CAT , GPAT

Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati is a Government Institute located in Guwahati, Assam. It was established in the year 2004. Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Guwahati offers Regular, Distance courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 862+ students

NLU Jodhpur

4.0
(5 Reviews)
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Government
BCI

55,000 PhD
Get Fee Details
AILET Exams
...+4 CMAT , CAT , CLAT , LSAT-India

NLU Jodhpur is a Government Institute located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1999. NLU Jodhpur offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGD, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 782+ students

CNLU Patna

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Patna, Bihar
Government
Bar Counci
...+1 NAAC

AILET Exams
...+4 UGC NET , LSAT , CSIR NET , CLAT

CNLU Patna is a Government University located in Patna, Bihar. It was established in the year 2006. CNLU Patna offers Regular, Part Time courses such as Diploma, PGD, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 209+ students

SAM Nagpur

2.0
(1 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Government
Central Co

SAM Nagpur is a Government Institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1965. SAM Nagpur offers Regular courses such as PhD, MD, MS (Surgery), BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 180+ students

GECA

3.9
(7 Reviews)
Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Government
AICTE
...+2 DTE Maharashtra , DTE, Mumbai

JEE Main Exams
...+6 NIMCET , MHT-CET , GATE , Maharashtra HSC , MHTCET MTech , CBSE 12th

GECA is a Government Institute located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1960. GECA offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD, B.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 432+ students

GBPEC Pauri

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Pauri, Uttarakhand
Government
NBA
...+1 AICTE

33,480 PhD
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 UK 12th , UKSEE , GATE

GBPEC Pauri is a Government Institute located in Pauri, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 1989. GBPEC Pauri offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 199+ students

North Eastern Hill University

4.8
(5 Reviews)
Shillong, Meghalaya
Government

#151-200 NIRF Ranking
CUET PG Exams
...+3 JEE Main , GATE , CUET

North Eastern Hill University is a Government University located in Shillong, Meghalaya. It was established in the year 1973. North Eastern Hill University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, MSc, B.Ed, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 124+ students

CAU Imphal

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Imphal, Manipur
Government

8,350 PhD
Get Fee Details

CAU Imphal is a Government University located in Imphal, Manipur. It was established in the year 1993. CAU Imphal offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 69+ students

Gopabandhu Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya

Puri, Odisha
Government

NEET Exams

Gopabandhu Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya is a Government Institute located in Puri, Odisha. It was established in the year 1949. Gopabandhu Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as PhD, MD, BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 92+ students

SJMSOM Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Government
AICTE

1,57,350 PhD
Get Fee Details
CAT Exams

SJMSOM Mumbai is a Government Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1995. SJMSOM Mumbai offers Regular courses such as MBA, Executive MBA, PhD, MMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 448+ students

Mother Theresa Post Graduate and Research Institute of Health Sciences

Puducherry, Puducherry
Government
AICTE

CENTAC Exams

Mother Theresa Post Graduate and Research Institute of Health Sciences is a Government Institute located in Puducherry. It was established in the year 1991. Mother Theresa Post Graduate and Research Institute of Health Sciences offers Regular courses such as BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc, M.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 145+ students

GCECT Kolkata

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
NBA
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

JEE Main Exams
...+3 WBUT PGET , GATE , WBJEE

GCECT Kolkata is a Government Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1941. GCECT Kolkata offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 149+ students

Faculty of Law, Jamia Milia Islamia University

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Government
UGC
...+3 BCI , AIU , NAAC

JMI Entrance Exam Exams

Faculty of Law, Jamia Milia Islamia University is a Government Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 1989. Faculty of Law, Jamia Milia Islamia University offers Regular courses such as PGD, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 225+ students

Dr. B.R.Ambedkar College of Law

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Government
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Dr. B.R.Ambedkar College of Law is a Government Institute located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1945. Dr. B.R.Ambedkar College of Law offers Regular, Part Time courses such as LLB, PhD, LLM, MHRDM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 213+ students

BIT Sindri

4.0
(15 Reviews)
Sindri, Jharkhand
Government
AICTE
...+4 NBA , MHRD , NIRF 46th Rank , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 JAC 10th

BIT Sindri is a Government Institute located in Sindri, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 1949. BIT Sindri offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 183+ students

MLVTEC Bhilwara

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Bhilwara, Rajasthan
Government
AICTE

JEE Main Exams
...+2 REAP , GATE

MLVTEC Bhilwara is a Government Institute located in Bhilwara, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1988. MLVTEC Bhilwara offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 123+ students

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Showing 145 Govt PhD Colleges in India

47,671 - 50,400 PhD

#70 NIRF Ranking

JEE Main Exams

Indian Institute of Science Education & Research specialties

80,000 PhD

JEE Main Exams

School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi specialties

CAT Exams

College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram specialties

15,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

CSIR Exams

45,000 PhD

CCMT Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

80,000 PhD

AILET Exams

CCMT Exams

IPU CET Exams

72,000 - 4,20,000 PhD

NEET PG Exams

1,27,000 - 1,80,000 PhD

JEE Main Exams

37,500 - 45,000 PhD

CCMT Exams

National Institute of Technology, Garhwal specialties

1,20,000 PhD

NEET Exams

55,000 PhD

AILET Exams

AILET Exams

JEE Main Exams

33,480 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

#151-200 NIRF Ranking

CUET PG Exams

8,350 PhD

NEET Exams

1,57,350 PhD

CAT Exams

CENTAC Exams

JEE Main Exams

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CBSE 10th Exams

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