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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Jan 17, 2026 12:06 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 Dinabandhu Mahavidyalaya, Loyola Institute of Technology And Science, Darshan Institute of Engineering & Technology, Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow, Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM), Ahmedabad, Radhakrishna Institute of Technology and Engineering, Goalpara College, Aamna Law College, Himachal Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, PIEMR Indore. Check all details for colleges in India and find your perfect fit.

Showing 21674 Colleges in India

Dinabandhu Mahavidyalaya

Bangaon, West Bengal
Government
UGC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Dinabandhu Mahavidyalaya is a Government Institute, located in Bangaon, West Bengal. Established in 1947, Dinabandhu Mahavidyalaya offers 4 programs such as BSc, MA, BA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

Loyola Institute of Technology And Science

2.0
(1 Reviews)
Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
Private

50,000 - 2,00,000
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Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , TANCET , XAT , CMAT , MAT

Loyola Institute of Technology And Science is a Private Institute, located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2008, Loyola Institute of Technology And Science offers 5 programs such as MBA, M.E., B.Tech, B.E., M.Tech in multiple specializations. Loyola Institute of Technology And Science fees range from INR 50,000 - INR 2,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 40+ students

Darshan Institute of Engineering & Technology

4.6
(9 Reviews)
Rajkot, Gujarat
Private
AICTE

40,000 - 1,25,000
Get Fee Details
2.88 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
HSTES Exams
...+1 JEE Main

Darshan Institute of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute, located in Rajkot, Gujarat. Established in 2009, Darshan Institute of Engineering & Technology offers 10 programs such as MBA, B.Com, MCA, MA, BCA in multiple specializations. Darshan Institute of Engineering & Technology fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 1,25,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
MESC

Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow is a Private Institute, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2003, Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow offers 1 programs such as Certificate in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 931+ students

Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM), Ahmedabad

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private
Other

3,20,000 - 4,30,000
Get Fee Details
5.21 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM), Ahmedabad is a Private Institute, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 2009, Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM), Ahmedabad offers 2 programs such as PGD, PGDM in multiple specializations. Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM), Ahmedabad fees range from INR 3,20,000 - INR 4,30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 74+ students

Radhakrishna Institute of Technology and Engineering

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Khurda, Odisha
Private
AICTE

53,333 - 1,19,000
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CAT Exams
...+6 OJEE , XAT , CMAT , MAT , GMAT , JEE Main

Radhakrishna Institute of Technology and Engineering is a Private Institute, located in Khurda, Odisha. Established in 2010, Radhakrishna Institute of Technology and Engineering offers 6 programs such as MBA, MCA, B.Pharm, B.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. Radhakrishna Institute of Technology and Engineering fees range from INR 53,333 - INR 1,19,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 251+ students

Goalpara College

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Goalpara, Assam
Local Body
NAAC

1,000 - 8,930
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 AHSEC

Goalpara College is a Local Body Institute, located in Goalpara, Assam. Established in 1996, Goalpara College offers 3 programs such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Goalpara College fees range from INR 1,000 - INR 8,930. Read More

Shortlisted by 41+ students

Aamna Law College

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

Aamna Law College is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2015, Aamna Law College offers 2 programs such as LLB, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Himachal Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research

Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
Private
AICTE

GPAT Exams

Himachal Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research is a Private Institute, located in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 1994, Himachal Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

PIEMR Indore

3.0
(4 Reviews)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

61,660 - 3,11,568
Get Fee Details
MP BE Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , XAT , CMAT , MAT , GMAT

PIEMR Indore is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2008, PIEMR Indore offers 4 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. PIEMR Indore fees range from INR 61,660 - INR 3,11,568. Read More

Shortlisted by 191+ students

Surajmal University, Kichha

Kichha, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC

30,000 - 1,00,000
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UK 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Surajmal University, Kichha is a Private Institute, located in Kichha, Uttarakhand. Established in 2021, Surajmal University, Kichha offers 15 programs such as MBA, B.Com, B.Optom, MCA, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Surajmal University, Kichha fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6520+ students

Brindavan College of Engineering

3.4
(5 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

2.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+3 Karnataka PGCET , COMEDK UGET , KCET

Brindavan College of Engineering specialties

Rankings : NAAC 'A' Accredited Excellence - Accredited with an 'A' Grade by NAAC (First Cycle) with a score of 3.02 - Ranked in the 151-200 band nationally under the NIRF Engineering category

Region : Strategic North Bengaluru Hub - Located in Yelahanka, providing proximity to Kempegowda International Airport (17 km) - Situated near major industrial and IT hubs like Manyata Tech Park and the Aerospace SEZ

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 4.8 - 10.46 L (Total for 4-year BE program) - Fees vary based on entry channel (KCET, COMEDK, or Management)

ROI : Value for Money - Competitive average packages relative to the total tuition investment - Strong placement track record in the Bengaluru IT ecosystem

Specializations : Future-Ready Tech Focus - Specialized BE in IoT, Cyber Security, and Blockchain Technology - Dedicated programs in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML)

Placements : IT & Software Dominance - 72% overall placement rate with a focus on Software Engineering and Data Science roles - Intensive pre-placement training covering aptitude, soft skills, and technical interviews

Diversity : Global Student Community - Hosts over 1,500 students from 46 different countries - Recognized by the ICCR for hosting government-sponsored international scholars

Internships : Industry-Integrated Learning - Mandatory 1-3 month internships integrated into the VTU curriculum - Students have secured internships at firms like Infosys, HP, and Nokia

Hostel : In-House Residential Comfort - Separate, well-furnished in-house hostels for boys and girls - Facilities include Wi-Fi connectivity, common rooms, and indoor recreational games

Infrastructure : Modern 5.2-Acre Campus - Spacious 5-storeyed academic building with state-of-the-art laboratories - Wi-Fi enabled campus featuring a multi-cuisine food court and extensive library resources

Shortlisted by 1826+ students

Prayag Institute of Technology And Management

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

UPCET BTech Exams
...+6 CAT , UPSEE , XAT , JEECUP , CMAT , MAT

Prayag Institute of Technology And Management is a Private Institute, located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2011, Prayag Institute of Technology And Management offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 70+ students

Sangameshwar College

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Solapur, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

9,090 - 46,600
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Sangameshwar College is a Private Institute, located in Solapur, Maharashtra. Established in 1953, Sangameshwar College offers 10 programs such as MA, BBA, BA, BCA, MSc in multiple specializations. Sangameshwar College fees range from INR 9,090 - INR 46,600. Read More

Shortlisted by 198+ students

SHCP Tirupati

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
Government
...+2 PCI , AICTE

SHCP Tirupati is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, SHCP Tirupati offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 54+ students

NMIET Pune

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+2 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

97,340 - 3,80,000
Get Fee Details
8 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
MHT-CET Exams
...+1 JEE Main

NMIET Pune is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 2008, NMIET Pune offers 2 programs such as B.Tech, B.E. in multiple specializations. NMIET Pune fees range from INR 97,340 - INR 3,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 4233+ students

SRK Institute of Management and Computer Education

Anjar, Gujarat
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

12,500 - 65,000
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SRK Institute of Management and Computer Education is a Private Institute, located in Anjar, Gujarat. Established in 2006, SRK Institute of Management and Computer Education offers 4 programs such as MA, MBA, BCA, BBA in multiple specializations. SRK Institute of Management and Computer Education fees range from INR 12,500 - INR 65,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2023+ students

Pithoragarh Group of Institutions, Pithoragarh

3.5
(4 Reviews)
Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
Private

33,200 - 1,83,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 UK 12th

Pithoragarh Group of Institutions, Pithoragarh is a Private Institute, located in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. Established in 2016, Pithoragarh Group of Institutions, Pithoragarh offers 10 programs such as BFA, B.Voc, BHM, BMLT, BCA in multiple specializations. Pithoragarh Group of Institutions, Pithoragarh fees range from INR 33,200 - INR 1,83,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 3415+ students

Dhemaji College

Dhemaji, Assam
Government
NAAC

1,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 AHSEC

Dhemaji College is a Government Institute, located in Dhemaji, Assam. Established in 1997, Dhemaji College offers 4 programs such as BSc, PGD, BA, BCA in multiple specializations. Dhemaji College fees range from INR 1,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 72+ students

MES Institute of Technology and Management

Kollam, Kerala
Private
AICTE

KEAM Exams

MES Institute of Technology and Management is a Private Institute, located in Kollam, Kerala. Established in 2009, MES Institute of Technology and Management offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

MIST Indore

Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+1 Other

45,600 - 2,35,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+6 MP BE , MPBSE 12th , GATE , CBSE 12th , CMAT , BITSAT

MIST Indore is a Private Institute, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2008, MIST Indore offers 5 programs such as MBA, B.Tech, B.E., M.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. MIST Indore fees range from INR 45,600 - INR 2,35,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 68+ students

Government Science College (GSC), Chitradurga

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Chitradurga, Karnataka
Government Aided
NAAC

Government Science College (GSC), Chitradurga is a Government Aided Institute, located in Chitradurga, Karnataka. Established in 1948, Government Science College (GSC), Chitradurga offers 3 programs such as MSc, BSc, BCA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 288+ students

SSB Bangalore

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Other

SSB Bangalore is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in , SSB Bangalore offers 2 programs such as Certificate, MBA in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 1+ students

Vidhyadeep University

4.1
(50 Reviews)
Surat, Gujarat
Private Unaided
UGC
...+1 AICTE

28,000 - 1,78,500
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Vidhyadeep University is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Surat, Gujarat. Established in 2011, Vidhyadeep University offers 25 programs such as B.Ed, BHMS, BBA, B.Pharm, MSc in multiple specializations. Vidhyadeep University fees range from INR 28,000 - INR 1,78,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 67838+ students

Vignan's Nirula Institute of Technology and Science for Women

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

28,000 - 1,40,000
Get Fee Details
GATE Exams
...+3 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , AP ICET

Vignan's Nirula Institute of Technology and Science for Women is a Private Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, Vignan's Nirula Institute of Technology and Science for Women offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech in multiple specializations. Vignan's Nirula Institute of Technology and Science for Women fees range from INR 28,000 - INR 1,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 76+ students

BITS Kurnool

Adoni, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

25,000 - 1,00,000
Get Fee Details

BITS Kurnool is a Private Institute, located in Adoni, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, BITS Kurnool offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, M.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. BITS Kurnool fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 447+ students

KC Group of Institutions

4.2
(28 Reviews)
Nawanshahr, Punjab
Private
NAAC

40,000 - 1,04,000
Get Fee Details

KC Group of Institutions is a Private Institute, located in Nawanshahr, Punjab. Established in 1999, KC Group of Institutions offers 14 programs such as MBA, B.Com, B.Ed, B.Pharm, ANM in multiple specializations. KC Group of Institutions fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 1,04,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 11616+ students

Raniganj Girls College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Barddhman, West Bengal
Government
UGC
...+1 NAAC

600 - 5,980
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Raniganj Girls College is a Government Institute, located in Barddhman, West Bengal. Established in 1980, Raniganj Girls College offers 4 programs such as BSc, MA, BA, B.Com in multiple specializations. Raniganj Girls College fees range from INR 600 - INR 5,980. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

MIIT Meerut

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

UPSEE Exams
...+3 JEECUP , UPCET BTech , JEE Main

MIIT Meerut is a Private Institute, located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2014, MIIT Meerut offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 66+ students

Kalpana Chawla Government Polytechnic for Women

Ambala, Haryana
Government
AICTE

6,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , HSTES

Kalpana Chawla Government Polytechnic for Women is a Government Institute, located in Ambala, Haryana. Established in , Kalpana Chawla Government Polytechnic for Women offers 2 programs such as D Pharma, Diploma in multiple specializations. Kalpana Chawla Government Polytechnic for Women fees range from INR 6,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 87+ 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

CBSE 12th Exams

50,000 - 2,00,000

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

40,000 - 1,25,000

Highest Package

HSTES Exams

3,20,000 - 4,30,000

Avg Package

53,333 - 1,19,000

CAT Exams

1,000 - 8,930

CBSE 12th Exams

GPAT Exams

61,660 - 3,11,568

MP BE Exams

30,000 - 1,00,000

UK 12th Exams

Avg Package

GATE Exams

Brindavan College of Engineering specialties

UPCET BTech Exams

9,090 - 46,600

CBSE 12th Exams

97,340 - 3,80,000

Highest Package

MHT-CET Exams

12,500 - 65,000

33,200 - 1,83,000

CBSE 12th Exams

1,000

CBSE 12th Exams

KEAM Exams

45,600 - 2,35,000

CBSE 10th Exams

28,000 - 1,78,500

28,000 - 1,40,000

GATE Exams

25,000 - 1,00,000

40,000 - 1,04,000

600 - 5,980

CBSE 12th Exams

UPSEE Exams

6,000

CBSE 10th Exams

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