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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Jan 21, 2026 01:54 AM IST

There are 21666 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 Global Life Institute of Fire & Safety Engineering, MONTESSORI MAHILA KALASALA, Shree Dhanvatary College of Engineering & Technology, OSBM Bhubaneswar, Silapathar Town College, Shree Sant Muktabai Institute of Technology (Pharmacy), Demow College, PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre, SDM Kanpur, DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, Bilaspur. Check all details for colleges in India and find your perfect fit.

Showing 21666 Colleges in India

Global Life Institute of Fire & Safety Engineering

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Private
JNNYC-CET

45 K
Highest Package
Placement Trends

Global Life Institute of Fire & Safety Engineering is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2010, Global Life Institute of Fire & Safety Engineering offers 3 programs in the stream of Engineering, Management. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

MONTESSORI MAHILA KALASALA

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Private

54,000
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AP ICET Exams

MONTESSORI MAHILA KALASALA is a Private Institute, located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1972, MONTESSORI MAHILA KALASALA offers 1 programs in the stream of Management. MONTESSORI MAHILA KALASALA fees range from INR 54,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

Course and Fee (2)

Shree Dhanvatary College of Engineering & Technology

Surat, Gujarat
Private
AICTE

42,000 - 1,63,000
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Shree Dhanvatary College of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute, located in Surat, Gujarat. Established in 2013, Shree Dhanvatary College of Engineering & Technology offers 4 programs in the stream of Engineering, Pharmacy. Shree Dhanvatary College of Engineering & Technology fees range from INR 42,000 - INR 1,63,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 4518+ students

OSBM Bhubaneswar

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
Other

5.28 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
XAT Exams
...+2 OJEE , MAT

OSBM Bhubaneswar is a Private Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 2000, OSBM Bhubaneswar offers 7 programs in the stream of Engineering, Management, IT, Commerce and Banking. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Silapathar Town College

Dhemaji, Assam
Government
AICTE

Silapathar Town College is a Government Institute, located in Dhemaji, Assam. Established in 1993, Silapathar Town College offers 2 programs in the stream of Arts. Read More

Shortlisted by 64+ students

Shree Sant Muktabai Institute of Technology (Pharmacy)

Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Private
Pharmacy C
...+1 AICTE

26,000 - 93,100
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Shree Sant Muktabai Institute of Technology (Pharmacy) is a Private Institute, located in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. Established in 2007, Shree Sant Muktabai Institute of Technology (Pharmacy) offers 2 programs in the stream of Engineering, Pharmacy. Shree Sant Muktabai Institute of Technology (Pharmacy) fees range from INR 26,000 - INR 93,100. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Demow College

Sivasagar, Assam
Government
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,000 - 2,400
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AHSEC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Demow College is a Government Institute, located in Sivasagar, Assam. Established in 1970, Demow College offers 3 programs in the stream of Engineering, Arts, Science. Demow College fees range from INR 1,000 - INR 2,400. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre

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

8,16,000
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PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 1990, PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre offers 5 programs in the stream of Engineering, Medical. PDEA College of Ayurveda & Research Centre fees range from INR 8,16,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 292+ students

SDM Kanpur

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE

SDM Kanpur is a Private Institute, located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2011, SDM Kanpur offers 2 programs in the stream of Education, Science. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, Bilaspur

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh

1,20,000
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CMAT Exams
...+1 MAT

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, Bilaspur specialties

Region : Strategic Industrial Hub - Located in Bilaspur, the headquarters of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) and the South East Central Railway (SECR) zone. - Proximity to major industrial clusters including NTPC Sipat and various power and steel plants provides a live laboratory for industrial management.

Fees : Highly Subsidized Central University Fees - Rs 0.6 - 0.8 L (Total for 2 years) - One of the most affordable MBA programs in India due to its status as a Central University.

ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Extremely low tuition fees combined with steady placement records in banking and industrial sectors. - Ideal for students seeking a high-value degree without the burden of heavy education loans.

Placements : PSU and Banking Sector Integration - Strong focus on placements within Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and leading private banks. - Dedicated Central Placement Cell that facilitates campus drives with regional industrial giants.

Hostel : Extensive Residential Facilities - Multiple hostels for boys (e.g., Swami Vivekanand) and girls (e.g., Rajat Jayanti) located within the secure campus. - Provides basic residential comforts including common rooms, mess facilities, and 24/7 security at nominal government rates.

Infrastructure : 655-Acre Sprawling Campus - One of the largest university campuses in Central India, featuring a lush green and scenic environment. - Equipped with a Central Library (Nalanda), modern computer labs, and extensive sports grounds for holistic development.

Diversity : Pan-India Student Demographic - Central University status attracts students from across various Indian states - Rich cultural diversity through university-wide fests like 'Guru Ghasidas Jayanti' and 'Youth Fest'

Internships : Core Sector Internships - Internship opportunities at SECL, NTPC, and major public sector banks - Collaborations with the High Court of Bilaspur for legal-management integrated projects

Shortlisted by 18+ students

Course and Fee (3)

Bharathi Vidyapeeth College of Pharmacy

Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Private
DTE
...+1 National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

53,000 - 1,87,000
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2.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Bharathi Vidyapeeth College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Established in 1996, Bharathi Vidyapeeth College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. Bharathi Vidyapeeth College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 53,000 - INR 1,87,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 122+ students

Solan Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital

Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Private
CCH

Solan Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital is a Private Institute, located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 2002, Solan Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital offers 1 programs in the stream of Medical. Read More

Shortlisted by 58+ students

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Jhajjar

Jhajjar, Haryana
Private Unaided

50,300 - 2,82,000
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HSTES Exams
...+1 JEE Main

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Jhajjar is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Jhajjar, Haryana. Established in 2012, SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Jhajjar offers 5 programs in the stream of Engineering, Management. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Jhajjar fees range from INR 50,300 - INR 2,82,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 48+ students

Ashok Mahavidyalaya

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh
Private Unaided
Other

Ashok Mahavidyalaya is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2014, Ashok Mahavidyalaya offers 6 programs in the stream of Arts, Commerce and Banking, Science. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

ARPITHA SRINIVAS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Puttur, Karnataka
Private

35,000 - 1,10,000
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ARPITHA SRINIVAS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute, located in Puttur, Karnataka. Established in 2013, ARPITHA SRINIVAS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 2 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. ARPITHA SRINIVAS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 1,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Course and Fee (4)

IBMR Hubli

Hubli, Karnataka

2,97,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
KMAT Exams

IBMR Hubli is a None Institute, located in Hubli, Karnataka. Established in 2012, IBMR Hubli offers 1 programs in the stream of Management. IBMR Hubli fees range from INR 2,97,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 33+ students

GIHM Dehradun

Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Government
AICTE

92,000 - 95,000
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UK 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

GIHM Dehradun is a Government Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 1982, GIHM Dehradun offers 2 programs in the stream of Engineering, Hotel Management. GIHM Dehradun fees range from INR 92,000 - INR 95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 143+ students

BA&KR COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ongole, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided

32,700
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BA&KR COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, BA&KR COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 1 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. BA&KR COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 32,700. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Course and Fee (2)

Vijetha Degree College

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
Other

CPGET Exams
...+2 TSBIE , CBSE 12th

Vijetha Degree College is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 2013, Vijetha Degree College offers 4 programs in the stream of Arts, Commerce and Banking, Science. Read More

Shortlisted by 34+ students

GREEN ROYAL ACADEMY OF PHARM. EDUCATION & SCIENCES

West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
Private

31,000 - 1,10,000
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AP PGECET Exams
...+1 GPAT

GREEN ROYAL ACADEMY OF PHARM. EDUCATION & SCIENCES is a Private Institute, located in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, GREEN ROYAL ACADEMY OF PHARM. EDUCATION & SCIENCES offers 2 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. GREEN ROYAL ACADEMY OF PHARM. EDUCATION & SCIENCES fees range from INR 31,000 - INR 1,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

Course and Fee (4)

Manipal School of Regenerative Medicine

Bengaluru, Karnataka
University
AICTE

2,35,000 - 4,50,000
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Manipal School of Regenerative Medicine is a University Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2007, Manipal School of Regenerative Medicine offers 3 programs in the stream of Arts, Management, Science. Manipal School of Regenerative Medicine fees range from INR 2,35,000 - INR 4,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

KAMALAJAYARAO COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh

17,000
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KAMALAJAYARAO COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a None Institute, located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2004, KAMALAJAYARAO COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 1 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. KAMALAJAYARAO COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 17,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1+ students

Course and Fee (2)

SRI KRISHNA ENGINEERING COLLEGE

Vellore, Tamil Nadu
Private

40,000 - 2,00,000
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TNEA Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

SRI KRISHNA ENGINEERING COLLEGE is a Private Institute, located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1999, SRI KRISHNA ENGINEERING COLLEGE offers 4 programs in the stream of Engineering, Management. SRI KRISHNA ENGINEERING COLLEGE fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 2,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 50+ students

Haji Anfar Ali College

Nagaon, Assam
Government Aided
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

3,730 - 3,850
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AHSEC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Haji Anfar Ali College is a Government Aided Institute, located in Nagaon, Assam. Established in 1986, Haji Anfar Ali College offers 4 programs in the stream of Engineering, Arts. Haji Anfar Ali College fees range from INR 3,730 - INR 3,850. Read More

Shortlisted by 34+ students

KOTHAMASU CHANDRAKALA & BELLAMKONDA VENKATESWARA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Tenali, Andhra Pradesh

17,000 - 34,000
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BIEAP Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

KOTHAMASU CHANDRAKALA & BELLAMKONDA VENKATESWARA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a None Institute, located in Tenali, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2004, KOTHAMASU CHANDRAKALA & BELLAMKONDA VENKATESWARA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 1 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. KOTHAMASU CHANDRAKALA & BELLAMKONDA VENKATESWARA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 17,000 - INR 34,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Course and Fee (3)

LYDIA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
Private

35,000 - 1,10,000
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1.2 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

LYDIA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY is a Private Institute, located in East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, LYDIA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY offers 2 programs in the stream of Pharmacy. LYDIA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 1,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

GDC Memorial College

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bhiwani, Haryana
Private

HBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

GDC Memorial College is a Private Institute, located in Bhiwani, Haryana. Established in 2011, GDC Memorial College offers 6 programs in the stream of Arts, Commerce and Banking, Science. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

CSI INSTITUTE OF PG STUDIES

Secunderabad, Telangana
Private
ISO 9001:2
...+1 ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFICATION

80,000
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TSICET Exams

CSI INSTITUTE OF PG STUDIES is a Private Institute, located in Secunderabad, Telangana. Established in 2009, CSI INSTITUTE OF PG STUDIES offers 1 programs in the stream of Management. CSI INSTITUTE OF PG STUDIES fees range from INR 80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

Course and Fee (2)

Malineni Perumallu Educational Society's Group of Institutions (Integrated Campus)

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided

15,200 - 1,00,000
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AP PGECET Exams
...+3 GPAT , GATE , AP POLYCET

Malineni Perumallu Educational Society's Group of Institutions (Integrated Campus) is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Malineni Perumallu Educational Society's Group of Institutions (Integrated Campus) offers 6 programs in the stream of Engineering, Pharmacy, Management. Malineni Perumallu Educational Society's Group of Institutions (Integrated Campus) fees range from INR 15,200 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Course and Fee (14)

SBMT Bulandshahr

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh
Local Body
AICTE

10,200 - 26,040
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UP 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

SBMT Bulandshahr is a Local Body Institute, located in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2010, SBMT Bulandshahr offers 5 programs in the stream of Management, Commerce and Banking, IT, Science. SBMT Bulandshahr fees range from INR 10,200 - INR 26,040. Read More

Shortlisted by 58+ 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 21666 Colleges in India

Highest Package

54,000

AP ICET Exams

42,000 - 1,63,000

Avg Package

XAT Exams

26,000 - 93,100

1,000 - 2,400

AHSEC Exams

8,16,000

1,20,000

CMAT Exams

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, Bilaspur specialties

53,000 - 1,87,000

Avg Package

50,300 - 2,82,000

HSTES Exams

35,000 - 1,10,000

2,97,000

Avg Package

KMAT Exams

92,000 - 95,000

UK 12th Exams

32,700

CPGET Exams

31,000 - 1,10,000

AP PGECET Exams

2,35,000 - 4,50,000

17,000

40,000 - 2,00,000

TNEA Exams

3,730 - 3,850

AHSEC Exams

17,000 - 34,000

BIEAP Exams

35,000 - 1,10,000

Avg Package

HBSE 12th Exams

80,000

TSICET Exams

15,200 - 1,00,000

AP PGECET Exams

10,200 - 26,040

UP 12th Exams

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