Top Colleges in India 2026: Ranking, Fees, Admission, Placement 2026Colleges in India

Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Jan 10, 2026 01:53 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Reliable Institute, SDC Chennai, NISER Bhubaneswar, Roland Institute of Technology, Royal College of Pharmacy, Calcutta Institute of Technology, Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology, Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya, Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology, Srinivas Group Of Institutions. India has around 21696 colleges, out of these 1563 are government and 15484 are privately owned. Admissions to top colleges in India are mainly based on national-level entrance examinations such as MDU, CEE AMPAI Masters, SPSAT, UPESEAT, PID DAT, PGET, CENTAC, IRMASAT, JIPMER MDS, DU.

Showing 21696 Colleges in India

Reliable Institute

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE
...+1 NAAC

20,000 - 51,250
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1.5 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
UP 12th Exams
...+6 CLAT , CBSE 12th , LSAT , UP , CTET , BTCET

Reliable Institute is a Private Institute, established in 2006. Located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, Reliable Institute offers 6 programs at the Certificate and UG levels. It offers BBA, B.Com, B.Ed, LLB, B.Com+LLB programs in multiple specializations. Reliable Institute fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 51,250. Read More

Shortlisted by 1051+ students

SDC Chennai

4.8
(5 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

20,000 - 4,00,000
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NEET MDS Exams
...+2 NEET , CBSE 12th

SDC Chennai is a Private Institute, established in 2005. Located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, SDC Chennai offers 19 programs at the Certificate, PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers BBA+LLB, MS (Surgery), Certificate, MBA, Diploma programs in multiple specializations. SDC Chennai fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 4,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 205+ students

NISER Bhubaneswar

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Government
Other

10 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

NISER Bhubaneswar is a Government Institute, established in 2006. Located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, NISER Bhubaneswar offers 1 programs at the PG levels. It offers MSc programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 125+ students

Roland Institute of Technology

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Berhampur, Odisha
Private
AICTE

68,000
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GMAT Exams
...+4 CAT , XAT , MAT , CMAT

Roland Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, established in 1998. Located in Berhampur, Odisha, Roland Institute of Technology offers 3 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers MCA, B.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. Roland Institute of Technology fees range from INR 68,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 71+ students

Royal College of Pharmacy

3.5
(4 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
AICTE

60,000 - 3,00,000
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GPAT Exams
...+3 NEET , CBSE 12th , CGBSE 12th

Royal College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, established in 2008. Located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, Royal College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers D Pharma, B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. Royal College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 60,000 - INR 3,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 144+ students

Calcutta Institute of Technology

3.2
(9 Reviews)
Howrah, West Bengal
Private
AICTE
...+1 MAKAUT WB

41,667 - 84,625
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3 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
JEE Main Exams
...+5 WBUT PGET , NIMCET , JEXPO , GATE , WBJEE

Calcutta Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Located in Howrah, West Bengal, Calcutta Institute of Technology offers 5 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers B.Tech, BCA, MCA, M.Tech, Diploma programs in multiple specializations. Calcutta Institute of Technology fees range from INR 41,667 - INR 84,625. Read More

Shortlisted by 7419+ students

Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

43,000 - 2,01,000
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4.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
XAT Exams
...+6 GMAT , CAT , AP EAMCET , GATE , MAT , CMAT

Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology is a Private Unaided Institute, established in 2008. Located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology offers 3 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology fees range from INR 43,000 - INR 2,01,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 191+ students

Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Secunderabad, Telangana
Private
AICTE

1,10,000 - 4,50,000
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TS PGECET Exams
...+2 GPAT , TS EAMCET

Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute, established in 1997. Located in Secunderabad, Telangana, Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya offers 2 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya fees range from INR 1,10,000 - INR 4,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 63+ students

Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+2 NBA , NAAC

35,000 - 2,00,000
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GATE Exams
...+3 TNEA , TANCET MBA , CBSE 12th

Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology is a Private Unaided Institute, established in 2002. Located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology offers 3 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 2,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 79+ students

Srinivas Group Of Institutions

Mangalore, Karnataka
Local Body

57,000 - 2,25,000
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GATE Exams
...+6 NEET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , TET , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , CAT

Srinivas Group Of Institutions is a Local Body Institute, established in 2003. Located in Mangalore, Karnataka, Srinivas Group Of Institutions offers 12 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Tech, BDS, BHM, B.Ed, BSc programs in multiple specializations. Srinivas Group Of Institutions fees range from INR 57,000 - INR 2,25,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 134+ students

NIMT Jaipur

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
BCI
...+1 AICTE

30,000 - 90,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 GMAT , CAT , MAT , RBSE 12th

NIMT Jaipur is a Private Institute, established in . Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, NIMT Jaipur offers 11 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Tech, B.Com, BA, BSc, BCA programs in multiple specializations. NIMT Jaipur fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 90,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 35+ students

IPER Wardha

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Wardha, Maharashtra
Private
PCI
...+1 NAAC

1,44,000
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GPAT Exams
...+4 NEET , Maharashtra HSC , MHT-CET , CBSE 12th

IPER Wardha is a Private Institute, established in 1982. Located in Wardha, Maharashtra, IPER Wardha offers 3 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers D Pharma, B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. IPER Wardha fees range from INR 1,44,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 133+ students

M.D. College

Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

41,000 - 51,250
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M.D. College is a Private Institute, established in 2002. Located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, M.D. College offers 6 programs at the Certificate, PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers BBA, B.Com, B.Ed, Certificate, M.Ed programs in multiple specializations. M.D. College fees range from INR 41,000 - INR 51,250. Read More

Shortlisted by 6861+ students

JSSATE Bangalore

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

64,000 - 8,88,000
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2 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
GATE Exams
...+3 COMEDK UGET , Karnataka PGCET , KCET

JSSATE Bangalore is a Private Institute, established in 1997. Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, JSSATE Bangalore offers 3 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. JSSATE Bangalore fees range from INR 64,000 - INR 8,88,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 188+ students

Crescent College of Pharmaceutical Sciences

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kannur, Kerala
Private
Kerela Gov
...+2 PCI , AICTE

3,58,000
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KEAM Exams
...+3 GPAT , CBSE 12th , NIPER JEE

Crescent College of Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Private Institute, established in 2003. Located in Kannur, Kerala, Crescent College of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers 4 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers D Pharma, Pharm.D, B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. Crescent College of Pharmaceutical Sciences fees range from INR 3,58,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 66+ students

Global Group of Institutions

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+1 Ministry of HRD

55,000 - 2,20,000
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UPSEE Exams
...+6 UP 12th , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , GMAT , CAT , XAT

Global Group of Institutions is a Private Institute, established in 2010. Located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Global Group of Institutions offers 2 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. Global Group of Institutions fees range from INR 55,000 - INR 2,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 71+ students

DSCE

3.7
(16 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+2 NBA , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

65,000 - 17,00,000
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56 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
JEE Main Exams
...+4 COMEDK UGET , Karnataka PGCET , KCET , GATE

DSCE is a Private Unaided Institute, established in 1979. Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, DSCE offers 5 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Arch, B.Tech, MCA, M.Tech, MBA programs in multiple specializations. DSCE fees range from INR 65,000 - INR 17,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 468+ students

JDT Islam College of Pharmacy

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Calicut, Kerala
Private
AICTE

KEAM Exams
...+3 CEE , GPAT , CBSE 12th

JDT Islam College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Located in Calicut, Kerala, JDT Islam College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers D Pharma, B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 142+ students

Swami Devi Dyal Group Of Professional Institutions

3.7
(72 Reviews)
Panchkula, Haryana
Private

26,500 - 6,85,000
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HBSE 12th Exams
...+4 NEET MDS , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , HSTES

Swami Devi Dyal Group Of Professional Institutions is a Private Institute, established in 2000. Located in Panchkula, Haryana, Swami Devi Dyal Group Of Professional Institutions offers 16 programs at the PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers BBA, B.Pharm, B.Tech, BDS, B.Ed programs in multiple specializations. Swami Devi Dyal Group Of Professional Institutions fees range from INR 26,500 - INR 6,85,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 18178+ students

BCET Durgapur

4.4
(17 Reviews)
Durgapur, West Bengal
Private
AICTE
...+2 NBA , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

89,000 - 3,70,000
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12 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
JEE Main Exams
...+6 GMAT , CAT , NIMCET , XAT , MAT , CMAT

BCET Durgapur is a Private Institute, established in 2001. Located in Durgapur, West Bengal, BCET Durgapur offers 5 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers BBA, B.Tech, BCA, MCA, MBA programs in multiple specializations. BCET Durgapur fees range from INR 89,000 - INR 3,70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 293+ students

MGC Fatehgarh Sahib

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

20,000 - 1,08,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

MGC Fatehgarh Sahib is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Located in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, MGC Fatehgarh Sahib offers 16 programs at the Certificate, PG, UG and Diploma levels. It offers BBA, B.Com, B.Voc, BA, BSc programs in multiple specializations. MGC Fatehgarh Sahib fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 1,08,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 157+ students

Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences

Delhi, Delhi
Public
Govt. of I

NEET PG Exams

Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences is a Public Institute, established in 1993. Located in Delhi, Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences offers 2 programs at the PG levels. It offers MD, M.Phil programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

Mar Dioscorus College of Pharmacy

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Private
AICTE

3,58,000
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KEAM Exams
...+3 GPAT , CBSE 12th , NIPER JEE

Mar Dioscorus College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Mar Dioscorus College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Pharm, M.Pharm programs in multiple specializations. Mar Dioscorus College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 3,58,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

Vivekananda College For Women

Kolkata, West Bengal
Local Body
NAAC

15,000 - 30,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+5 CMAT , CAT , XAT , MAT , WBCHSE

Vivekananda College For Women is a Local Body Institute, established in 1985. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, Vivekananda College For Women offers 6 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Com, BA, BSc, MSc, PGD programs in multiple specializations. Vivekananda College For Women fees range from INR 15,000 - INR 30,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 66+ students

NSEC Kolkata

4.0
(5 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

WBJEE Exams
...+1 JEE Main

NSEC Kolkata is a Private Institute, established in 1998. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, NSEC Kolkata offers 7 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers BBA, B.Pharm, B.Tech, BCA, MCA programs in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 130+ students

Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Tamluk, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 AICTE

1,000 - 70,000
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Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute, established in 1948. Located in Tamluk, West Bengal, Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya offers 6 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers B.Com, B.Ed, BA, BSc, MSc programs in multiple specializations. Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya fees range from INR 1,000 - INR 70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 67+ students

Vananchal Educational & Welfare Trust

Garhwa, Jharkhand
Private

2,86,200 - 21,00,000
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Vananchal Educational & Welfare Trust is a Private Institute, established in . Located in Garhwa, Jharkhand, Vananchal Educational & Welfare Trust offers 7 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers BBA, BCA, BSc, MDS, ANM programs in multiple specializations. Vananchal Educational & Welfare Trust fees range from INR 2,86,200 - INR 21,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 85+ students

National Institute of Siddha

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Government
Central Co

37,625 - 53,475
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National Institute of Siddha is a Government Institute, established in 2004. Located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, National Institute of Siddha offers 1 programs at the PG levels. It offers MD programs in multiple specializations. National Institute of Siddha fees range from INR 37,625 - INR 53,475. Read More

Shortlisted by 48+ students

Prestige Institute of Management and Research

4.5
(40 Reviews)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+2 UGC , NAAC

4,50,000
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5 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends

Prestige Institute of Management and Research specialties

Rank : Highest National Accreditation - Accredited with 'A++' Grade by NAAC, the highest possible rating for quality standards. - Consistently ranked among the top private B-Schools in Central India by various national ranking frameworks.
Region : Strategic Commercial Hub - Located in Indore, the commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh and India's cleanest city. - Proximity to major industrial belts like Pithampur and Dewas provides unparalleled industry exposure.
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 2.4 - 3.0 L (Total for MBA Full-Time) - Competitive fee structure compared to other A++ accredited private institutions.
ROI : Excellent ROI - High value-to-cost ratio with average placements significantly exceeding the annual tuition fee. - Strong track record of students securing multiple job offers before graduation.
Flagship Course : MBA (Full-Time) - Flagship program with dual specialization options in Marketing, Finance, and HR. - Curriculum updated annually in consultation with an Academic Advisory Board of industry experts.
Placement Focus : BFSI and FMCG Dominance - Strong placement focus on the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. - Dedicated Corporate Relations Cell facilitating recruitment with top-tier MNCs like Deloitte and Amazon.
Internship : Corporate Immersion - Mandatory summer internships with leading firms such as HDFC Bank, Amul, and Aditya Birla Group. - Focus on live projects that allow students to solve real-time business problems.
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Alliances - MoUs with international universities including SIAM University (Thailand) and University of Debrecen (Hungary). - Facilitates international study tours and collaborative research opportunities.
Hostel : Modern Residential Facilities - Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with modern amenities and 24/7 security. - Proximity to the main campus ensures easy access to academic and recreational resources.
Infrastructure : Multi-Campus Urban Infrastructure - Operates across three specialized campuses (UG, PG, and Law) within Indore city. - Features high-tech computer labs, a massive digital library, and air-conditioned seminar halls.

Shortlisted by 13169+ students

SLS Noida

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
University
UGC
...+3 Bar Council of India , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,50,000 - 16,50,000
Get Fee Details
19.2 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
AILET Exams
...+3 SLAT , CLAT , SET

SLS Noida is a University Institute, established in 2010. Located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, SLS Noida offers 3 programs at the PG and UG levels. It offers BA+LLB, BBA+LLB, LLM programs in multiple specializations. SLS Noida fees range from INR 1,50,000 - INR 16,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1030+ 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 21696 Colleges in India

20,000 - 51,250

Median Package

UP 12th Exams

20,000 - 4,00,000

NEET MDS Exams

Avg Package

68,000

GMAT Exams

60,000 - 3,00,000

GPAT Exams

41,667 - 84,625

Avg Package

JEE Main Exams

43,000 - 2,01,000

Avg Package

XAT Exams

1,10,000 - 4,50,000

TS PGECET Exams

35,000 - 2,00,000

GATE Exams

57,000 - 2,25,000

GATE Exams

30,000 - 90,000

CBSE 12th Exams

1,44,000

GPAT Exams

41,000 - 51,250

64,000 - 8,88,000

Avg Package

GATE Exams

3,58,000

KEAM Exams

55,000 - 2,20,000

UPSEE Exams

65,000 - 17,00,000

Highest Package

JEE Main Exams

KEAM Exams

26,500 - 6,85,000

HBSE 12th Exams

89,000 - 3,70,000

Highest Package

JEE Main Exams

20,000 - 1,08,000

CBSE 12th Exams

NEET PG Exams

3,58,000

KEAM Exams

15,000 - 30,000

CBSE 12th Exams

WBJEE Exams

1,000 - 70,000

2,86,200 - 21,00,000

37,625 - 53,475

4,50,000

Median Package

Prestige Institute of Management and Research specialties

1,50,000 - 16,50,000

Highest Package

AILET Exams

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