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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Jan 15, 2026 02:51 AM IST

There are 21674 top colleges in India offering courses across multiple streams, including Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Science, Arts and Humanities. Choose from 1563 government and 15484 private colleges, with the fees range from INR 13 - INR 7,24,78,800. Admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination or entrance exams like MDU, CEE AMPAI Masters, SPSAT, UPESEAT, PID DAT, PGET, CENTAC, IRMASAT, JIPMER MDS, DU. Top colleges in India include South Calcutta Polytechnic, HPNLU, Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya, IHM Chandigarh, Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy, Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi, Mewar Institute of Management, K.K.Wagh Polytechnic, Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women, A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam. Check all details for colleges in India and find your perfect fit.

Showing 21674 Colleges in India

South Calcutta Polytechnic

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

JEXPO Exams

South Calcutta Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2012, South Calcutta Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 35+ students

HPNLU

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Public
UGC
...+1 BCI

41,500 - 6,00,000
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AILET Exams
...+2 CLAT , LSAT

HPNLU is a Public Institute, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 2016, HPNLU offers 3 programs such as BA+LLB, LLM, BBA+LLB in multiple specializations. HPNLU fees range from INR 41,500 - INR 6,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 98+ students

Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya

Chandrapur, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya is a Private Institute, located in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Established in 1968, Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya offers 3 programs such as BA, BSc, Certificate in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

IHM Chandigarh

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Private
Other

1,03,180 - 26,40,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 HBSE 12th

IHM Chandigarh is a Private Institute, located in Chandigarh. Established in 2009, IHM Chandigarh offers 9 programs such as B.Com, Diploma, Certificate, BBA, BSc in multiple specializations. IHM Chandigarh fees range from INR 1,03,180 - INR 26,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 44+ students

Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kachchh, Gujarat
Private
AICTE
...+1 PCI

60,000 - 95,000
Get Fee Details
GPAT Exams

Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Kachchh, Gujarat. Established in 2005, Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy fees range from INR 60,000 - INR 95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Private
AICTE

Jharkhand Polytechnic Exams

Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi is a Private Institute, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Established in , Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

Mewar Institute of Management

4.3
(20 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 BCI , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

55,000 - 65,000
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4.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
Joint Exams
...+6 CLAT , XAT , UP 12th , CCS , LSAT , MAT

Mewar Institute of Management is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1996, Mewar Institute of Management offers 7 programs such as LLB, M.Com, B.Ed, MSc, BBA in multiple specializations. Mewar Institute of Management fees range from INR 55,000 - INR 65,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 84+ students

K.K.Wagh Polytechnic

4.9
(7 Reviews)
Nashik, Maharashtra
Private

6,000 - 7,550
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CBSE 10th Exams

K.K.Wagh Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Nashik, Maharashtra. Established in 1983, K.K.Wagh Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. K.K.Wagh Polytechnic fees range from INR 6,000 - INR 7,550. Read More

Shortlisted by 154+ students

Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women

Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
Government
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 BIEAP

Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women is a Government Institute, located in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1982, Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women offers 9 programs such as B.Com, Diploma, Certificate, BBM, PhD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 42+ students

A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam is a Private Institute, located in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, Diploma, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 27+ students

Loyola Institute of Technology and Management

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Sattenapalle, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

27,000 - 43,000
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GATE Exams
...+3 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , AP ICET

Loyola Institute of Technology and Management is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Sattenapalle, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2001, Loyola Institute of Technology and Management offers 5 programs such as Diploma, B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, MCA in multiple specializations. Loyola Institute of Technology and Management fees range from INR 27,000 - INR 43,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 10434+ students

Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
University
AICTE

45,760 - 70,000
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4 Lacs
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Placement Trends
AP PGECET Exams
...+4 GATE , AP EAMCET , JEE Main , AP ICET

Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women is a University Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2010, Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women fees range from INR 45,760 - INR 70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 92+ students

Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
Pharmacy C
...+1 AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+1 AP PGECET

Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Proddatur, Andhra Pradesh
Private

Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur is a Private Institute, located in Proddatur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

GLS University

4.3
(37 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
University
Other

5,60,000 - 5,88,000
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CBSE 12th Exams

GLS University is a University Institute, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 2015, GLS University offers 3 programs such as BA+LLB, B.Des, B.Tech in multiple specializations. GLS University fees range from INR 5,60,000 - INR 5,88,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 243+ students

Shri Rewa Gurjar College

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Local Body
UGC

MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Shri Rewa Gurjar College is a Local Body Institute, located in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2005, Shri Rewa Gurjar College offers 7 programs such as B.Com, M.Com, BBA, MSc, BSc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 61+ students

Dronacharya Academy

Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NCTE

Dronacharya Academy is a Private Institute, located in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2010, Dronacharya Academy offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy

Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+1 TS PGECET

Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 2007, Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

Sky Education

New Delhi, Delhi
others

35,000 - 3,00,000
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Sky Education is a None Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in 2012, Sky Education offers 4 programs such as B.Ed, LLB, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Sky Education fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 3,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Sri Vasavi Engineering College

4.5
(12 Reviews)
West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
NBA
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

24,000 - 2,52,000
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3.2 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
AP PGECET Exams
...+4 GATE , AP POLYCET , AP EAMCET , AP ICET

Sri Vasavi Engineering College is a Private Unaided Institute, located in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2001, Sri Vasavi Engineering College offers 4 programs such as M.Tech, Diploma, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Sri Vasavi Engineering College fees range from INR 24,000 - INR 2,52,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

Shri Umiya Girls College

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Private

MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Shri Umiya Girls College is a Private Institute, located in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1998, Shri Umiya Girls College offers 5 programs such as B.Com, MSc, BSc, BA, MS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

Faculty of Law, Allahabad University

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

Faculty of Law, Allahabad University is a Private Institute, located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1872, Faculty of Law, Allahabad University offers 2 programs such as LLB, LLM in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 86+ students

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Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Private Aided
AICTE

25,000 - 35,000
Get Fee Details

Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women is a Private Aided Institute, located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 35,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 23+ students

Koshys Group of Institutions

3.9
(7 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Indian Nur
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

63,333 - 3,25,000
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KMAT Exams
...+4 Karnataka PGCET , NEET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , CBSE 12th

Koshys Group of Institutions specialties

Rankings : NAAC Accredited & Award-Winning B-School - NAAC Accredited and ISO 9001:2015 Certified institution ensuring quality academic standards. - Recognized as the 'Most Promising B-School in India' by Competition Success Review and Dalal Street Journal.

Region : Strategic Bangalore North Location - Situated on Hennur-Bagalur Road, providing proximity to the Kempegowda International Airport and the emerging North Bangalore tech corridor. - Located in India's 'Silicon Valley', offering students direct access to major IT parks and corporate headquarters for networking.

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 3.5 - 5.5 L (Total) for flagship MBA and specialized UG programs. - Competitive fee structure compared to other private institutions in the Bangalore region.

ROI : Value for Money - Strong return on investment with average packages ranging between Rs 4-6 LPA against a moderate fee structure. - High placement-to-fee ratio for Nursing and Allied Health Science graduates.

Flagship Courses : MBA & Nursing Excellence - Flagship MBA program with specializations in Health Care Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain. - Koshys Institute of Health Sciences is a top-tier destination for B.Sc and M.Sc Nursing in South India.

Placements : K-POWER Placement Cell - Dedicated 'K-POWER' cell focusing on grass-root training, soft skills, and corporate grooming from the first semester. - 100% placement assistance with a track record of 170+ companies visiting the campus annually.

Diversity : Global & Pan-India Student Mix - Home to students from over 12 countries and 19 Indian states, fostering a multicultural learning environment. - Diverse campus culture with dedicated international student support services.

Internships : Corporate Internship Tie-ups - Mandatory internship programs with top firms including Cognizant, Microsoft, and Wipro. - Practical clinical rotations for healthcare students at Koshys Hospital and Little Flower Hospital.

Hostel : Pure Residential Campus - Separate, well-furnished in-house hostels for boys and girls with 24/7 security and power backup. - Amenities include Wi-Fi connectivity, laundry services, in-house gym, and hygienic mess facilities serving diverse cuisines.

Infrastructure : 7-Acre Lush Green Campus - Spacious 7-acre campus featuring a natural football turf, cemented basketball courts, and volleyball grounds. - Modern academic blocks equipped with smart classrooms, high-tech computer labs, and a massive centralized library.

Shortlisted by 24433+ students

GECA

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

24,310 - 1,93,000
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5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+6 MHT-CET , MHTCET MTech , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th , NIMCET , JEE Main

GECA is a Government Institute, located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Established in 1960, GECA offers 5 programs such as B.Tech, PhD, B.E., M.Tech, MCA in multiple specializations. GECA fees range from INR 24,310 - INR 1,93,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 432+ students

Swathi College of Pharmacy

Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
Private
pci

50,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 GPAT , BIEAP , AP PGECET

Swathi College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Swathi College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as M.Pharm, D Pharma, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Swathi College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 37+ students

Shaheed Gundadhur College of Agriculture and Research Centre

Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh
Private
ICAR

ICAR AIEEA Exams

Shaheed Gundadhur College of Agriculture and Research Centre is a Private Institute, located in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh. Established in 2013, Shaheed Gundadhur College of Agriculture and Research Centre offers 2 programs such as MSc, BSc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 83+ students

Delhi Institute of Technology & Management

Sonepat, Haryana
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+2 AIMA , DTE

18,700 - 2,32,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+4 HSTES , CAT , MAT , JEE Main

Delhi Institute of Technology & Management is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Sonepat, Haryana. Established in 2007, Delhi Institute of Technology & Management offers 5 programs such as Diploma, B.Com, B.Tech, BBA, MBA in multiple specializations. Delhi Institute of Technology & Management fees range from INR 18,700 - INR 2,32,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 7406+ students

MITRC Alwar

3.8
(12 Reviews)
Alwar, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

67,250 - 2,69,000
Get Fee Details
5.3 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
REAP Exams
...+4 GATE , CAT , MAT , JEE Main

MITRC Alwar is a Private Institute, located in Alwar, Rajasthan. Established in 2007, MITRC Alwar offers 3 programs such as M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. MITRC Alwar fees range from INR 67,250 - INR 2,69,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 117+ students

Sudhakarrao Naik Institute of Pharmacy

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Yavatmal, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

GPAT Exams

Sudhakarrao Naik Institute of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Yavatmal, Maharashtra. Established in 1973, Sudhakarrao Naik Institute of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as M.Pharm, D Pharma, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 24+ students

FAQs

Which are the top 10 private engineering colleges in India in 2025?

The leading private engineering colleges include BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, SRM University, Manipal Institute of Technology, Amity University, Shiv Nadar University, IIIT Hyderabad (deemed private), PES University, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, and UPES Dehradun. These colleges offer strong industry connections and placements

What is the rank of Indian universities in the world in 2025?

In global rankings, IISc Bangalore, IIT Bombay, and IIT Delhi feature in the top 200 of the QS World University Rankings 2025. IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur follow closely. These institutions are globally recognized for research and STEM education.

Which are the top 10 universities in India in 2025?

As of 2025, top Indian universities include IIT Madras, IISc Bangalore, IIT Delhi, JNU, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Delhi University, University of Hyderabad, Jamia Millia Islamia, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education. These are evaluated on academics, research, and innovation.

What are the best government colleges in India in 2025?

Government-run top institutions include IITs (like IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay), IIMs (such as IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore), AIIMS New Delhi, JNU, IISc Bangalore, and NITs like NIT Trichy and NIT Surathkal. These institutions are known for quality education and national prestige.

Which are the top private colleges in India in 2025?

Top private colleges across India include BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Amity University Noida, Manipal Institute of Technology, Ashoka University, Shiv Nadar University, and Symbiosis Pune. These colleges perform well in engineering, science, liberal arts, and business.

What are the top engineering colleges in India in 2025?

The top engineering colleges for 2025 are IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, NIT Trichy, IIIT Hyderabad, BITS Pilani, VIT Vellore, and BITS Pilani Hyderabad. IITs dominate for government institutes, while BITS and IIITs lead the private list.

Which are the top colleges in Delhi in India 2025?

Top Delhi-based institutions in 2025 include IIT Delhi, AIIMS Delhi, Delhi University (especially colleges like St Stephens and Miranda House), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), and Jamia Millia Islamia. These are consistently ranked high across engineering, medical, and liberal arts streams.

Top Colleges in India 2026

Showing 21674 Colleges in India

JEXPO Exams

41,500 - 6,00,000

AILET Exams

1,03,180 - 26,40,000

Avg Package

CBSE 12th Exams

60,000 - 95,000

GPAT Exams

Jharkhand Polytechnic Exams

55,000 - 65,000

Avg Package

Joint Exams

6,000 - 7,550

CBSE 10th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

27,000 - 43,000

GATE Exams

45,760 - 70,000

Avg Package

AP PGECET Exams

GPAT Exams

5,60,000 - 5,88,000

CBSE 12th Exams

MPBSE 12th Exams

GPAT Exams

35,000 - 3,00,000

24,000 - 2,52,000

Avg Package

AP PGECET Exams

MPBSE 12th Exams

25,000 - 35,000

63,333 - 3,25,000

KMAT Exams

Koshys Group of Institutions specialties

24,310 - 1,93,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

50,000

CBSE 12th Exams

ICAR AIEEA Exams

18,700 - 2,32,000

CBSE 10th Exams

67,250 - 2,69,000

Avg Package

REAP Exams

GPAT Exams

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