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

Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum

4.8
(4 Reviews)
Trivandrum, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum is a Private Institute located in Trivandrum, Kerala. It was established in the year 1945. Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 136+ students

Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 UP 12th

Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

MGMIHS Sleep Medicine and Research Center

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Maharashtr

NEET PG Exams

MGMIHS Sleep Medicine and Research Center is a Private Institute located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2014. MGMIHS Sleep Medicine and Research Center offers Regular courses such as MSc, PGD, PhD, MD, MS (Surgery) in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

Course and Fee (28)

Arka Jain University

3.9
(20 Reviews)
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , BCI , PCI

60,000 PhD
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CMAT Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , JET , JEE Main

Arka Jain University is a Private Institute located in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 2011. Arka Jain University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 36862+ students

Sardar Patel Institute of Economic and Social Research

Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private
Other

Sardar Patel Institute of Economic and Social Research is a Private Institute located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1965. Sardar Patel Institute of Economic and Social Research offers Regular courses such as PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Course and Fee (2)

PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
Other
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1990. PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre offers Regular courses such as Certificate, PhD, MD, MS (Surgery), BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 292+ students

GH Raisoni University, Saikheda

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 ICAR , BCI , PCI

1,25,000 - 5,00,000 PhD
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ICAR AIEEA Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , MPBSE 12th , JEE Main

GH Raisoni University, Saikheda is a Private Institute located in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2016. GH Raisoni University, Saikheda offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22049+ students

Course and Fee (140)

G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management (GHRCE&M)

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

MHT-CET Exams
...+2 GATE , JEE Main

G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management is considered one of the topmost engineering colleges in Pune in the year 2022. It is an autonomous institute which is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD courses are some of the most popular engineering courses in specialisations like civil engineering, mechanical engineering and more. The highest salary package earned by the students placed by the institute in the academic year 2020-21 was Rs 10 LPA.

Shortlisted by 184+ students

Flame School of Business, Lavale

Pune, Maharashtra
Private

22,500 - 30,000 PhD
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CSIR NET Exams
...+4 CAT , FEAT , MAH MBA CET , MAT

Flame School of Business, Lavale is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2015. Flame School of Business, Lavale offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore

4.0
(14 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 TNEA

The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2000. The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 143+ students

Course and Fee (36)

Shri Shankaracharya Professional University

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC

Shri Shankaracharya Professional University is a Private Institute located in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2020. Shri Shankaracharya Professional University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 746+ students

Swaminarayana University

4.1
(9 Reviews)
Kalol, Gujarat
Private
Ministry o
...+6 UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee) , Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi , BCI , AICTE, Directorate of Technical Education , PCI , GUJARAT NURSING COUNCIL

60,000 PhD
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GSEB 12th Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , GATE

Swaminarayana University is a Private Institute located in Kalol, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1984. Swaminarayana University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 28142+ students

ASBM University, Bhubaneswar

3.6
(5 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
UGC
...+2 ACBSP , govt. of odisha

1,10,000 PhD
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XAT Exams
...+3 CUET , CLAT , MAT

ASBM University, Bhubaneswar is a Private University located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It was established in the year 2006. ASBM University, Bhubaneswar offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 40257+ students

Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutions

3.7
(3 Reviews)
Panvel, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+4 NBA , Council of Architecture (COA) , NCTE , NAAC

1,25,000 PhD
Get Fee Details

Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Panvel, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1970. Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as Executive MBA, BSc, B.Com, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 220+ students

Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutes

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Raigad, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+5 NBA , NCTE , DTE , NAAC , COA

1,25,000 PhD
Get Fee Details

Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutes is a Private Institute located in Raigad, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2010. Pillai Hoc Group Of Institutes offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 435+ students

Pope s college

Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Pope s college is a Private Institute located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1962. Pope s college offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 36+ students

M.C.E. S. ALLANA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Pune, Maharashtra
Private

M.C.E. S. ALLANA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1996. M.C.E. S. ALLANA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Course and Fee (6)

Shri Vaishnav College of Commerce

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Shri Vaishnav College of Commerce is a Private Institute located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 1967. Shri Vaishnav College of Commerce offers Regular courses such as B.Com, M.Com, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 87+ students

Lakshmipuram College of Arts and Science

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

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

Lakshmipuram College of Arts and Science is a Private Institute located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1964. Lakshmipuram College of Arts and Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 58+ students

Terna Engineering College

4.6
(10 Reviews)
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+2 NBA , DTE Maharashtra

CSIR NET Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , CBSE 12th , CMAT , MHT-CET , MHTCET MTech

Terna Engineering College specialties

Rankings : Top Private Engineering College - Ranked #54 among Top Private Engineering Colleges in India by Times Ranking 2024 - Consistently conferred with Platinum category by AICTE-CII survey
Region : Strategic Navi Mumbai Hub - Located in Nerul, within walking distance of the railway station for easy Mumbai/Thane connectivity - Proximity to the Belapur-CBD business district and the Mumbai-Pune industrial corridor
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 5.2 - 6.0 L (Total for 4 years) - Competitive fee structure with access to government and merit-based scholarships
ROI : Good Value - Strong return on investment with a median package of Rs 4.25 - 4.5 LPA against moderate fees - High placement percentage in core IT and automation sectors
Specializations : Apple Authorized Training Center - First institute in Maharashtra to offer an Apple Authorized Training Center for Education (AATCE) - Unique Mechatronics Engineering program with specialized labs for robotics and automation
Placements : I-Cube Industry Interface - Dedicated Industry Institute Interaction Cell (I-Cube) for 100% placement assistance - Strong focus on pre-placement training, hackathons, and technical certifications
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Tech Alliances - MoUs with B&R Automation, Drona Aviation, and Bentley Education for skill development - Collaborations with IBM Skill Build, GitHub Campus Connect, and Oracle Academy
Hostel : Home-Away-From-Home - Separate residential facilities for 189 boys and 186 girls - Amenities include solar water heaters, 24/7 Wi-Fi, and single occupancy rooms for senior students
Infrastructure : Modern Urban Campus - 2.5-acre campus featuring a 40,000 Sq. Ft. professional sports turf - 24x7 EPIC Center for design, prototyping, and project development

Shortlisted by 916+ students

DAE Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

24,000 PhD
Get Fee Details
GATE Exams
...+3 KVPY Entrance Exam , NEST , ICMR JRF

DAE Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1999. DAE Mumbai offers Regular courses such as BSc, PGD, PhD, BSc+MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 33+ students

SVERIs College of Pharmacy

Solapur, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 PCI

SVERIs College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Solapur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2006. SVERIs College of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 36+ students

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Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology

3.7
(13 Reviews)
Sangrur, Punjab
Private
AICTE
...+4 NBA , MHRD , Government of India , NAAC

GATE Exams
...+6 JEE Main , JEE Advanced , IIT JAM , SLIET SET , CCMN , CCMT

Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology specialties

Rankings : National Engineering Recognition - Ranked in the 101-150 band nationally in the Engineering category by NIRF 2024 - Consistently recognized among the top technical institutions in Northern India
Region : Strategic Industrial Hub - Located in the Malwa region of Punjab, serving as a critical technical manpower supplier to industrial clusters in Ludhiana and Jalandhar - Strategic rural-industrial interface promoting regional development through high-end technical education
Fees : Highly Affordable CFTI Structure - Low Fee Structure: Rs 2.5 - 3.5 L (Total for 4-year B.E. program) - Government-subsidized education ensuring accessibility for meritorious students from all economic backgrounds
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High ROI due to minimal tuition costs paired with competitive national placements - Strong value proposition for students seeking quality technical education with low financial liability
Flagship Courses : B.E. in Food Technology - One of the most prestigious departments in the country for Food Engineering and Technology - Advanced research facilities and strong industry linkages specifically for the food processing sector
Specializations : Integrated Modular Pattern - Unique educational model allowing students to progress from Certificate to Diploma and then to Degree (B.E.) levels - Provides multiple entry and exit points, catering to diverse skill development needs
Placements : Core Engineering & IT Synergy - Strong focus on core sectors like Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, and Food Processing - Dedicated Training & Placement cell facilitating recruitment in top-tier firms like JSW Steel and HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL)
Internships : Mandatory Industrial Training - Compulsory industrial training phases integrated into the curriculum for real-world exposure - Students intern at major organizations such as Verka, HMEL, and various CSIR laboratories
Hostel : Fully Residential Community - 14 Hostels in total: 10 for Boys and 4 for Girls, ensuring 100% residential status for students - Equipped with modern amenities including Wi-Fi, common rooms, and mess facilities within a secure environment
Infrastructure : Sprawling 451-Acre Green Campus - Massive 451-acre self-contained residential campus with scenic beauty and modern academic blocks - Extensive sports grounds, including a stadium, gymnasium, and multiple courts for holistic development

Shortlisted by 251+ students

Dhote Bandhu Science College

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Gondia, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Dhote Bandhu Science College is a Private Institute located in Gondia, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1969. Dhote Bandhu Science College offers Regular, Distance courses such as MBA, BSc, MSc, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 127+ students

School of Social Work

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

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

School of Social Work is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1960. School of Social Work offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MSc, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

GCEC Jaipur

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
NAAC

CAT Exams
...+6 SAT , XAT , CMAT , UGC NET , MAT , CBSE 12th

GCEC Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2017. GCEC Jaipur offers Regular courses such as MBA, BA, BBA, B.Com, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 34+ students

Institute of Logistics & Aviation Management (ILAM), Mumbai

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

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

Institute of Logistics & Aviation Management (ILAM), Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2010. Institute of Logistics & Aviation Management (ILAM), Mumbai offers Regular courses such as MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 56+ students

Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurveda College And Research Centre

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurveda College And Research Centre is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1999. Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurveda College And Research Centre offers Regular courses such as PhD, MD, BAMS, Vachaspati in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 215+ students

M G Science institute

Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

GSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

M G Science institute is a Private Institute located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was established in the year 1946. M G Science institute offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 239+ students

Navodaya Educational Trust, Navodaya Group of Institutions

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Raichur, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+6 DCI , MCI , NCTE , INC , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Navodaya Educational Trust, Navodaya Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Raichur, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Navodaya Educational Trust, Navodaya Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22+ students

Top Private PhD Colleges in India 2026

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

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Showing 673 Private PhD Colleges in India

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET PG Exams

60,000 PhD

CMAT Exams

1,25,000 - 5,00,000 PhD

ICAR AIEEA Exams

MHT-CET Exams

22,500 - 30,000 PhD

CSIR NET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

60,000 PhD

GSEB 12th Exams

1,10,000 PhD

XAT Exams

1,25,000 PhD

1,25,000 PhD

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

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CSIR NET Exams

Terna Engineering College specialties

24,000 PhD

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Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology specialties

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