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 12, 2026 12:12 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Lingayas Institute of Management and Technology, MUHS, Nitra Technical Campus, Bapatla College of Pharmacy, Kerala Law Academy, Kamla Nehru Group of Institutions, KNRUHS, University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kanpur, Devanga Arts College, Vaishnavi Institute of Technology. India has around 21671 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 21671 Colleges in India

Lingayas Institute of Management and Technology

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Private (Autonomous)
NBA
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

35,000 - 1,84,800
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3.2 Lacs
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Placement Trends
AP PGECET Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , XAT , CMAT , AP EAMCET , MAT

Lingayas Institute of Management and Technology is a Private (Autonomous) Institute, located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1998, Lingayas Institute of Management and Technology offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech in multiple specializations. Lingayas Institute of Management and Technology fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 1,84,800. Read More

Shortlisted by 18584+ students

MUHS

4.0
(10 Reviews)
Nashik, Maharashtra
Private Unaided
UGC

MUHS is a Private Unaided University, located in Nashik, Maharashtra. Established in 1998, MUHS offers 15 programs such as B.O.T, MPT, BPT, BUMS, BAMS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 195+ students

Nitra Technical Campus

3.7
(3 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Public
Govt. of I
...+1 AICTE

40,000 - 1,28,500
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4 Lacs
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Placement Trends
UPSEE Exams
...+3 CAT , UPCET BTech , JEE Main

Nitra Technical Campus is a Public Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1974, Nitra Technical Campus offers 2 programs such as B.Tech, PGDM in multiple specializations. Nitra Technical Campus fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 1,28,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 118+ students

Bapatla College of Pharmacy

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

40,000
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Bapatla College of Pharmacy is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1995, Bapatla College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Bapatla College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

Kerala Law Academy

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Trivandrum, Kerala
Private Aided
Bar Counci

LSAT-India Exams
...+2 AILET , CLAT

Kerala Law Academy is a Private Aided Institute, located in Trivandrum, Kerala. Established in 1966, Kerala Law Academy offers 2 programs such as LLM, LLB in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 171+ students

Kamla Nehru Group of Institutions

Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Public
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

3,000 - 1,50,000
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UPSEE Exams
...+5 JEECUP , UPCET BTech , UP 12th , JEE Main , CBSE 12th

Kamla Nehru Group of Institutions is a Public Institute, located in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1980, Kamla Nehru Group of Institutions offers 24 programs such as M.Com, BCA, Certificate, M.Pharm, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. Kamla Nehru Group of Institutions fees range from INR 3,000 - INR 1,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 856+ students

KNRUHS

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Warangal, Telangana
Public
DCI
...+2 Govt of Telangana , Medical Council of India (MCI)

NEET PG Exams
...+4 CBSE 12th , NEET MDS , TSBIE , NEET SS

KNRUHS is a Public University, located in Warangal, Telangana. Established in 2014, KNRUHS offers 17 programs such as MPT, BPT, DM, BUMS, BSc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 170+ students

University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kanpur

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private

40,000 - 1,04,400
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JEECUP Exams
...+5 UP 10th , CBSE 10th , UP 12th , JEE Main , CBSE 12th

University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kanpur is a Private Institute, located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1996, University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kanpur offers 8 programs such as MCA, Certificate, M.Phil, M.Tech, BSc+MSc in multiple specializations. University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Kanpur fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 1,04,400. Read More

Shortlisted by 110+ students

Devanga Arts College

2.0
(1 Reviews)
Aruppukottai, Tamil Nadu
Private Aided
NAAC

3,150 - 8,650
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Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+6 CAT , XAT , CMAT , MAT , CBSE 12th , NIMCET

Devanga Arts College is a Private Aided Institute, located in Aruppukottai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1970, Devanga Arts College offers 14 programs such as MCA, M.Com, BCA, BBA, Certificate in multiple specializations. Devanga Arts College fees range from INR 3,150 - INR 8,650. Read More

Shortlisted by 43+ students

Vaishnavi Institute of Technology

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

BITSAT Exams
...+3 GATE , JEE Main , AP ICET

Vaishnavi Institute of Technology is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, Vaishnavi Institute of Technology offers 4 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, Diploma, M.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

3,21,000
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8 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
JEST Exams
...+3 JEE Advanced , JEE Main , CSIR UGC NET

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram is a None Institute, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Established in 1990, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram offers 5 programs such as MSc+PhD, BS+MS, PhD, MSc, BS in multiple specializations. Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram fees range from INR 3,21,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 62+ students

NTRUHS

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Public
UGC

NTRUHS is a Public University, located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1986, NTRUHS offers 15 programs such as MPT, BPT, BUMS, BSc, MDS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 142+ students

IIGJ Varanasi

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Private

1,13,280 - 1,29,800
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IIGJ Varanasi is a Private Institute, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2016, IIGJ Varanasi offers 2 programs such as Diploma, Certificate in multiple specializations. IIGJ Varanasi fees range from INR 1,13,280 - INR 1,29,800. Read More

Shortlisted by 151+ students

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Omega College of Pharmacy

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Rangareddi, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

TS EAMCET Exams
...+2 GPAT , TS PGECET

Omega College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Rangareddi, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2007, Omega College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 43+ students

JBIET Hyderabad

4.1
(7 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private Unaided
NAAC
...+3 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

50,000 - 1,10,000
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4.6 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
TS EAMCET Exams
...+3 TS ICET , GATE , TS PGECET

JBIET Hyderabad is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 1998, JBIET Hyderabad offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech in multiple specializations. JBIET Hyderabad fees range from INR 50,000 - INR 1,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 25860+ students

AMU

4.7
(30 Reviews)
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Central University

7,410 - 5,92,000
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#19 NIRF Ranking

AMU is a Central University University, located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1920, AMU offers 18 programs such as MCA, M.Com, Certificate, BA+LLB, M.Lib in multiple specializations. AMU fees range from INR 7,410 - INR 5,92,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 843+ students

The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies

4.4
(13 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
Other

4,46,500 - 6,52,000
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GATE Exams

The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies is a Private Institute, located in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 2006, The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies offers 3 programs such as Diploma, M.Tech, Certificate in multiple specializations. The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies fees range from INR 4,46,500 - INR 6,52,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 662+ students

Pravara Rural College of Pharmacy

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
Private Unaided
AICTE

1,27,000 - 5,20,000
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GPAT Exams
...+4 NEET , MHT-CET , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th

Pravara Rural College of Pharmacy is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. Established in 2013, Pravara Rural College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as Diploma, M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Pravara Rural College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 1,27,000 - INR 5,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 120+ students

IFIM Bangalore

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+3 SAQS , AACSB , NAAC

55,000 - 5,00,000
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74.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
LSAT Exams
...+6 CAT , CLAT , CMAT , XAT , AILET , MAT

IFIM Group of Institutions specialties

Rankings : Global Accreditation & National Standing - JAGSoM is AACSB Accredited, placing it among the top 5% of business schools globally - Ranked #26th in India by Business Today (2023) and consistently featured in NIRF top bands
Region : Electronic City Strategic Advantage - Situated in Electronic City Phase 1, Bangalore, surrounded by 300+ IT/Fortune 500 companies - Direct proximity to industry giants like Infosys, Wipro, and Siemens facilitates weekly corporate interactions
Fees : Mid to High Investment Range - Rs 6.0 - 16.0 L (Total) - UG programs (BBA/BCom) range from Rs 6-8 L, while flagship PGDM (JAGSoM) is approximately Rs 15.95 L
ROI : Excellent ROI - Strong return on investment driven by high average packages exceeding Rs 13 LPA for management graduates - High placement-to-fee ratio compared to other private institutions in the Bangalore region
Specializations : T-Shaped Professional Curriculum - Unique curriculum design focusing on both broad managerial skills and deep domain expertise - Specializations in high-demand areas: MarTech, FinTech, Digital Business, and Business Analytics
Internships : Industry Internship Program (IIP) - Mandatory 4.5-month long-duration internships, significantly longer than the standard 2-month industry norm - Recent internships successfully completed at companies like Siemens, Bosch, Wipro, and Schneider Electric
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Pathway Programs - International collaborations with State University of New York (SUNY), ESCP Business School, and Darden School of Business - Dual-degree options and global immersion programs in the USA and Europe
Hostel : Modern Residential Living - Fully managed residential campus located near the academic block with high-speed internet and 24/7 security - Availability of modern comforts including laundry services, nutritious catering, and common recreational lounges
Infrastructure : Tech-Enabled Urban Campus - 2-acre high-tech campus featuring a dedicated Bloomberg Terminal Lab for financial research - Fully Wi-Fi enabled campus with smart classrooms and a comprehensive digital library

Shortlisted by 27539+ students

Ideal Institute of Management and Technology

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Local Body
AICTE

55,000 - 2,20,000
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5.4 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
UPCET BTech Exams
...+6 GATE , CAT , XAT , CMAT , AP EAMCET , JEECUP

Ideal Institute of Management and Technology is a Local Body Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2008, Ideal Institute of Management and Technology offers 6 programs such as MCA, MAM, M.Tech, B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Ideal Institute of Management and Technology fees range from INR 55,000 - INR 2,20,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 196+ students

Imperial Institute of Advanced Management

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kalyan, Maharashtra
Private

57,570 - 1,45,000
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Imperial Institute of Advanced Management is a Private Institute, located in Kalyan, Maharashtra. Established in , Imperial Institute of Advanced Management offers 6 programs such as BBA+MBA, BBA, BSc, PGD, MBA in multiple specializations. Imperial Institute of Advanced Management fees range from INR 57,570 - INR 1,45,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

Nazareth College Of Pharmacy

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Pathanamthitta, Kerala
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

1,79,000
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NEET Exams
...+2 GPAT , KEAM

Nazareth College Of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Established in 2004, Nazareth College Of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as Pharm.D, M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Nazareth College Of Pharmacy fees range from INR 1,79,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 103+ students

Rayat Institute of Pharmacy

Ropar, Punjab
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

38,175 - 3,18,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 PSEB 12th , GPAT , PSEB 10th , CBSE 10th

Rayat Institute of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Ropar, Punjab. Established in 2003, Rayat Institute of Pharmacy offers 9 programs such as M.Pharm, BSc, B.Voc, B.Pharm, MSc in multiple specializations. Rayat Institute of Pharmacy fees range from INR 38,175 - INR 3,18,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Dental College Azamgarh

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Dental Cou

40,000 - 27,21,000
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NEET MDS Exams

Dental College Azamgarh is a Private Institute, located in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2005, Dental College Azamgarh offers 9 programs such as MDS, ANM, B.Pharm, MSc, B.Ed in multiple specializations. Dental College Azamgarh fees range from INR 40,000 - INR 27,21,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 1463+ students

SKSITS Indore

Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Private Aided
AICTE
...+1 ISO

28,000
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 MPBSE 10th

SKSITS Indore is a Private Aided Institute, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2007, SKSITS Indore offers 8 programs such as BBA, BSc, M.Tech, B.Com, B.E. in multiple specializations. SKSITS Indore fees range from INR 28,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Amrutvahini College of Pharmacy (ACP), Sangamner

Sangamner, Maharashtra
Private
DTE
...+2 PCI , AICTE

75,000 - 99,000
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Amrutvahini College of Pharmacy (ACP), Sangamner is a Private Institute, located in Sangamner, Maharashtra. Established in 2004, Amrutvahini College of Pharmacy (ACP), Sangamner offers 2 programs such as M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. Amrutvahini College of Pharmacy (ACP), Sangamner fees range from INR 75,000 - INR 99,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Cavalier Institutions, Bangalore

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Public

1,20,000 - 3,50,000
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Cavalier Institutions specialties

Rankings : Strong National Presence - Rank #45 Nationally - Rank #12 in South India
Region : IT Hub Advantage - Proximity to IT Hubs - Access to Tech Industry
Fees : Mid-Range Investment -Rs8-12 L (Total) - Competitive fee structure
ROI : Excellent Return - Excellent ROI - Strong career progression
Flagship Courses : Leading Programs - B.Tech Computer Science - MBA in Business Analytics
Specializations : Emerging Tech Focus - AI & Machine Learning - FinTech & Data Science
Placements : Top Industry Placements - IT (Infosys, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte, PwC)
Top Industries : Diverse Sector Reach - Information Technology - Financial Services
Diversity : Vibrant Student Body - Pan-India student representation - International student exchange
Internships : Industry Exposure - Interns at Amazon, Wipro - Projects in IT, Consulting
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Collaborations - Ties with European universities - Industry R&D partnerships
Alumni : Strong Alumni Network - Active global alumni chapters - Mentorship by industry leaders
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Sessions by CXOs - Workshops by domain specialists

Shortlisted by 9819+ students

Amity University Punjab

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Mohali, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+6 BCI , AIU , NCTE , IACBE , NAAC , COA

80,000 - 4,10,000
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LSAT-India Exams
...+6 NATA , CLAT , NCHM JEE , AILET , AIMA UGAT , AIHMCT WAT

Amity University Punjab is a Private Institute, located in Mohali, Punjab. Established in 2021, Amity University Punjab offers 23 programs such as BBA+LLB, BCA, BA+LLB, BFA, MCA in multiple specializations. Amity University Punjab fees range from INR 80,000 - INR 4,10,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 50339+ students

KVM College of Pharmacy

Alappuzha, Kerala
Private Unaided
AICTE

11,40,000
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NEET Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , GPAT , KEAM

KVM College of Pharmacy is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Alappuzha, Kerala. Established in 2010, KVM College of Pharmacy offers 3 programs such as D Pharma, M.Pharm, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. KVM College of Pharmacy fees range from INR 11,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 75+ students

WCAS Solapur

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Solapur, Maharashtra
Local Body
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

WCAS Solapur is a Local Body Institute, located in Solapur, Maharashtra. Established in 1962, WCAS Solapur offers 8 programs such as Certificate, BSc, PhD, MSW, MSc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 101+ 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 21671 Colleges in India

35,000 - 1,84,800

Avg Package

AP PGECET Exams

40,000 - 1,28,500

Avg Package

UPSEE Exams

40,000

LSAT-India Exams

3,000 - 1,50,000

UPSEE Exams

NEET PG Exams

40,000 - 1,04,400

JEECUP Exams

3,150 - 8,650

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

BITSAT Exams

3,21,000

Median Package

JEST Exams

1,13,280 - 1,29,800

TS EAMCET Exams

50,000 - 1,10,000

Highest Package

TS EAMCET Exams

7,410 - 5,92,000

#19 NIRF Ranking

4,46,500 - 6,52,000

GATE Exams

1,27,000 - 5,20,000

GPAT Exams

55,000 - 5,00,000

Avg Package

LSAT Exams

IFIM Group of Institutions specialties

55,000 - 2,20,000

Avg Package

UPCET BTech Exams

57,570 - 1,45,000

1,79,000

NEET Exams

38,175 - 3,18,000

CBSE 12th Exams

40,000 - 27,21,000

NEET MDS Exams

28,000

CBSE 10th Exams

75,000 - 99,000

1,20,000 - 3,50,000

Cavalier Institutions specialties

80,000 - 4,10,000

LSAT-India Exams

11,40,000

NEET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

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