Top Private 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 673 Private PhD Colleges in India

Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University

3.9
(26 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC
...+7 AICTE , Bar Council of India , BCI , PCI , AIU , Pharmacy Council of India , UGC

3,00,000 PhD
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XAT Exams
...+6 CSIR NET , CGBSE 10th , GMAT , CBSE 10th , UGC NET , MAT

Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University specialties

Rankings : Leading Emerging University - Ranked #119 Nationally in the Engineering category by IIRF 2024 - Recognized as the 13th Private University in India to receive the coveted UGC 12(B) status
Region : Strategic Capital Advantage - Located in Raipur, the industrial and administrative capital of Chhattisgarh - Proximity to major industrial hubs and the New Raipur (Atal Nagar) smart city development
Fees : Mid-Range Affordable Education - Rs 1.5-4.5 L (Total) - Competitive fee structure with extensive scholarship support for SC/ST/OBC and merit students
ROI : Value for Money - High return on investment due to low tuition costs paired with strong regional placement ties - Focus on professional readiness through the Corporate Resource Cell (CRC)
Placements : Corporate Readiness Program - Dedicated Training and Placement Cell providing soft-skills, technical aptitude, and mock interview sessions - Strong focus on Healthcare, IT, and Manufacturing sectors
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Alliances - Active MoUs with global universities for student exchange and collaborative research initiatives - Partnerships with industry leaders for curriculum design and specialized training
Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts - Separate on-campus hostels for boys and girls with AC and Non-AC room options - Rare availability of Single-Seater AC rooms providing premium privacy and comfort
Infrastructure : 65-Acre Holistic Campus - Expansive 65-acre lush green campus featuring scenic beauty and pollution-free environment - Equipped with state-of-the-art research labs, a central digital library, and extensive sports grounds

Shortlisted by 28639+ students

SLC Pune

5.0
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
BCI
...+3 Government of Maharashtra , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

SLC Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2003. SLC Pune offers Regular courses such as LLB, Diploma, Certificate, PhD, BA+LLB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 298+ students

Dr. B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
Govt. of R

55,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams

Dr. B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2008. Dr. B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology offers Regular courses such as BSc, MSc, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10490+ students

Bennett University

4.4
(18 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , BCI

1,20,000 - 1,80,000 PhD
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CAT Exams
...+5 SAT India , NEET , MHT-CET , JEECUP , JEE Main

Bennett University is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2016. Bennett University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7064+ students

Gyan Vidhi PG Mahavidyalaya

Bikaner, Rajasthan
Private
BCI
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Gyan Vidhi PG Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Bikaner, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2003. Gyan Vidhi PG Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as LLB, PGD, PhD, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22+ students

ICFAI LAW Dehradun

4.7
(6 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC
...+1 BCI

68,666 - 2,66,000 PhD
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ICFAI LAW Dehradun is a Private Institute located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2003. ICFAI LAW Dehradun offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, LLB, M.Tech, PhD, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 62+ students

NMIMS PHARMACY Mumbai

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

2,50,000 PhD
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NMIMS PHARMACY Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2006. NMIMS PHARMACY Mumbai offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, B.Pharm+MBA, B.Pharm+M.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 188+ students

Rajarambapu College of Pharmacy

Sangli, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

GPAT Exams

Rajarambapu College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Sangli, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2005. Rajarambapu College of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 65+ students

Himachal Pradesh University Department of Laws

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Private
AICTE

Himachal Pradesh University Department of Laws is a Private Institute located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. Himachal Pradesh University Department of Laws offers Regular courses such as LLB, PhD, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

MRCE Faridabad

4.6
(12 Reviews)
Faridabad, Haryana
Private
AICTE

2,10,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 HBSE 12th , MRNAT , JEE Main , GATE , UGC NET , CUET

MRCE Faridabad is a Private Institute located in Faridabad, Haryana. It was established in the year 1997. MRCE Faridabad offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 78+ students

Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Govt. of M
...+1 AICTE

MAH MBA CET Exams

Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1995. Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management offers Regular courses such as PhD, MMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 96+ students

Jis Group Of Institutions

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

CBSE 10th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , JEE Main , WBJEE

Jis Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2005. Jis Group Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 156+ students

SDMLC Mangalore

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

SDMLC Mangalore is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1974. SDMLC Mangalore offers Regular courses such as LLB, PGD, Certificate, PhD, BA+LLB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 28+ students

KK Modi University

4.0
(6 Reviews)
Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC

60,000 PhD
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JEE Main Exams
...+3 CAT , CG PET , XAT

KK Modi University specialties

Rankings : Top National & Global Ranks - Ranked #1 Nationally (NIRF 2025) - Ranked #31 Globally (FT Global MBA
Fees : High Investment - Rs27.5 L (Total) for PGP
ROI : Excellent Returns - High average placements - Strong career progression
Flagship Courses : Flagship PGP Program - Post Graduate Programme in Management
Specializations : Diverse Learning Pedagogy - Renowned case-study based learning - Extensive elective options
Placements : Elite Sector Placements - Consulting (BCG, McKinsey) - BFSI & Tech (Goldman Sachs, Amazon)
Top Industries : Leading Industry Presence - Consulting, BFSI, IT/Analytics - General Management
Diversity : Rich Student Cohort - Diverse academic backgrounds - Growing gender balance
Internships : Top-Tier Internships - Elite Consulting Internships (BCG, McKinsey) - FMCG & Tech Projects (HUL, Mic
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Network - Extensive student exchange programs - Partnerships with top global B-schoo
Alumni : Powerful Alumni Network - Influential leaders across sectors - Strong global presence
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Frequent industry leader sessions - Policymaker and entrepreneur enga

Shortlisted by 9579+ students

BNCP Udaipur

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Rajasthan Pre PG , RBSE 12th

BNCP Udaipur is a Private Institute located in Udaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2003. BNCP Udaipur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 48+ students

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 GATE , Maharashtra HSC

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1969. Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 111+ students

Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education & Research (ABIPER), Bangalore

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education & Research (ABIPER), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education & Research (ABIPER), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma, Pharm.D in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Sardar Patel Subharti Institute of Law

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
BCI

75,000 PhD
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Sardar Patel Subharti Institute of Law is a Private Institute located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2002. Sardar Patel Subharti Institute of Law offers Regular courses such as PGD, PhD, M.Phil, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

Ayurved Mahavidyalaya

Nashik, Maharashtra
Private
Govt. of M

Ayurved Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Nashik, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1954. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as PGD, PhD, MD, BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 91+ students

GPREC Kurnool

4.5
(14 Reviews)
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

80,000 PhD
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GATE Exams
...+2 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET

GPREC Kurnool is a Private Institute located in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1985. GPREC Kurnool offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 215+ students

Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Puducherry, Puducherry
Private
NBA
...+3 NAAC , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

35,000 PhD
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CAT Exams
...+5 CENTAC , CMAT , XAT , MAT , GMAT

Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College is a Private Institute located in Puducherry. It was established in the year 1999. Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3078+ students

Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

CSIR NET Exams
...+5 CAT , WBCHSE , UGC NET , MAT , CBSE 12th

Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2008. Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

Sri Vasavi College

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+6 CAT , XAT , CMAT , MAT , CBSE 12th , NIMCET

Sri Vasavi College is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1967. Sri Vasavi College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 178+ students

MES Ponnani College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ponani, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

MES Ponnani College is a Private Institute located in Ponani, Kerala. It was established in the year 1968. MES Ponnani College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

PATALDHAMAL WADHWANI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Yavatmal, Maharashtra
Private

GPAT Exams

PATALDHAMAL WADHWANI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute located in Yavatmal, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1997. PATALDHAMAL WADHWANI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers Regular courses such as M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

AMRITA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING (ASE), Coimbatore

4.5
(15 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

30,000 PhD
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#17 NIRF Ranking

AMRITA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING (ASE), Coimbatore is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1994. AMRITA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING (ASE), Coimbatore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BCA, MSc, M.Tech, MCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 148+ students

Cmr Group Of Institutions

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

31,000 PhD
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COMEDK UGET Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , KCET , DCET

Cmr Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Cmr Group Of Institutions offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 48+ students

National Institute of Management (NIM), Mumbai

2.9
(7 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

CBSE 10th Exams
...+6 SET , SRMJEEE , CAT , CBSE 12th , XAT , CMAT

National Institute of Management (NIM), Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1990. National Institute of Management (NIM), Mumbai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 985+ students

PRIST University

4.4
(18 Reviews)
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+6 AICTE , BCI , PCI , MHRD , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

PRIST University is a Private Institute located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2012. PRIST University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8977+ students

Anjuman College of Engineering & Technology (ACET), Nagpur

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
DTE
...+1 AICTE

1,11,360 PhD
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MHT-CET Exams

Anjuman College of Engineering & Technology (ACET), Nagpur is a Private Institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1999. Anjuman College of Engineering & Technology (ACET), Nagpur offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

Top Private PhD Colleges in India 2026

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

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

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

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Showing 673 Private PhD Colleges in India

3,00,000 PhD

XAT Exams

Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University specialties

55,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

1,20,000 - 1,80,000 PhD

CAT Exams

68,666 - 2,66,000 PhD

2,50,000 PhD

GPAT Exams

2,10,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

MAH MBA CET Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

60,000 PhD

JEE Main Exams

KK Modi University specialties

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

75,000 PhD

80,000 PhD

GATE Exams

35,000 PhD

CAT Exams

CSIR NET Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

GPAT Exams

30,000 PhD

#17 NIRF Ranking

31,000 PhD

COMEDK UGET Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

1,11,360 PhD

MHT-CET Exams

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