Top Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 8571 Arts and Humanities colleges in India. Out of the total, 5245 Arts and Humanities colleges are private and 1428 Arts and Humanities are owned by the government.RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, WBCHSE, CUET, CSIR NET are accepted for admission in Arts and Humanities colleges in India. Top 10 Arts and Humanities colleges are IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science, Banaras Hindu University.

Arts and Humanities College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	8571
Accepted Entrance Exams	RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, WBCHSE, CUET, CSIR NET
Average Fees	₹ 2.62 Lacs
Average Placement	₹ 200000.0

Arts and Humanities Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Maharashtra	1200	₹ 84159
Uttar Pradesh	1035	₹ 48585
Karnataka	717	₹ 109044
Rajasthan	635	₹ 48097
Tamil Nadu	546	₹ 36206
Gujarat	502	₹ 50502
Madhya Pradesh	483	₹ 32196
West Bengal	427	₹ 14586
Kerala	364	₹ 22347
Odisha	363	₹ 48833

Top Govt Arts and Humanities Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Bombay	35	₹ 346766
IIT Delhi	25	₹ 40000
IIT Kanpur	52	₹ 81009
IIT Kharagpur	-	-
IIT Roorkee	-	-
IIT Guwahati	-	₹ 30150
Jawaharlal Nehru University	-	-
Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science	1203	₹ 5534
Banaras Hindu University	3202	₹ 5460
IIT Hyderabad	-	₹ 10000

Top Private Arts and Humanities Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 146307
SRM University Chennai	698	₹ 56666
BITS Pilani	-	₹ 1994000
Chandigarh University	-	₹ 94550
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology	30	₹ 43500
LPU	-	₹ 97550
SASTRA University	-	₹ 50000
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University)	-	-
Bharathidasan University	-	-
Amity University, Noida	-	₹ 106564

Showing 3660 Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in India

School of Engineering

Tezpur, Assam
Private

11,800 - 51,770 Arts
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2.12 Lacs
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JEE Main Exams
...+3 CUET PG , CUET , JEE Advanced

School of Engineering is a Private Institute located in Tezpur, Assam. It was established in the year 1994. School of Engineering offers Regular, Distance courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Diploma, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

Pakuahat Degree College

Malda, West Bengal
Private
UGC

Pakuahat Degree College is a Private Institute located in Malda, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1997. Pakuahat Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

Apeejay Stya University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+4 Bar Council of India , Pharmacy Council of India , NCTE , AICTE

AILET Exams
...+6 AIEEA , NIFT , Haryana B.Ed. , NID DAT , MAT , NIPER Joint

Apeejay Stya University is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2010. Apeejay Stya University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2456+ students

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

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Seacom Skills University

3.9
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Birbhum, West Bengal
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...+4 AICTE , BCI , PCI , AIU

30,000 - 2,00,000 Arts
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Seacom Skills University is a Private Institute located in Birbhum, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2014. Seacom Skills University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
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2,500 - 4,000 Arts
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...+2 AP PGCET , CLAT

Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati is a Private Institute located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 2002. Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati offers Distance courses such as Diploma, MSc, MA, PGD, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , BCI , NCTE , PCI

25,000 - 1,02,000 Arts
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 RBSE 12th , CEED , Rajasthan Pre PG , RBSE 10th , CBSE 12th , NEET PG

Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2009. Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Kle University

4.5
(11 Reviews)
Belgaum, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

10,500 Arts
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CET Exams
...+6 NEET , CBSE 12th , NEET PG , KCET , Karnataka 2nd PUC , NEET MDS

Kle University is a Private University located in Belgaum, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Kle University offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, B.Pharm, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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SRMU

4.3
(164 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 BCI , PCI , Council of Architecture (COA) , NCTE , NAAC

32,000 - 42,000 Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 JEECUP , UP 12th , UPSEE

SRMU is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2012. SRMU offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 111935+ students

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education

4.3
(9 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

30,000 Arts
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XAT Exams
...+6 NEET , NATA , MAT , GATE , CBSE 12th , JEE Main

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1983. Karpagam Academy of Higher Education offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10432+ students

Manav Bharti University

3.7
(3 Reviews)
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , BCI , PCI

25,000 - 35,000 Arts
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...+6 AILET , UGC NET , GPAT 2024 , LSAT , JEE Main , CAT

Manav Bharti University is a Private Institute located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2008. Manav Bharti University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 121+ students

Maharishi University

4.3
(30 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

20,000 - 1,00,000 Arts
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MAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 10th , UGC NET , CMAT , CAT , CBSE 12th , GATE

Maharishi University is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Maharishi University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 58928+ students

World University of Design

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private
UGC

1,68,000 Arts
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NATA Exams
...+6 JEE Main , NID Entrance Exam , WUD Aptitude Test , CAT , CEED , NIFT Entrance Exam

World University of Design is a Private Institute located in Sonepat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2018. World University of Design offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BA, BBA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8345+ students

OM Sterling Global University

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Hisar, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+6 AICTE , BCI , PCI , AIU , NSDC , COA

40,000 - 1,80,000 Arts
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...+6 CMAT , AILET , GMAT , CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT

OM Sterling Global University is a Private Institute located in Hisar, Haryana. It was established in the year 2019. OM Sterling Global University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Rishihood University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private

1,20,000 - 6,00,000 Arts
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Rishihood University is a Private Institute located in Sonepat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2020. Rishihood University offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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ITM University Raipur

3.9
(7 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
NBA
...+5 BCI , AIU , UGC , NAAC , COA

52,000 Arts
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CG PET Exams
...+6 CMAT , AILET , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , XAT , CAT

ITM University Raipur specialties

Ranking : Top National & Regional Rankings - Ranked #30 MBA by IIRF 2025, #40 by Outlook 2025 - Ranked #4 Nort
Fees : Mid-High Fees Structure -Rs9.5 L (Total) for flagship PGDM program
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Median packageRs9.25 LPA againstRs9.5 L fees
Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Program - AICTE approved, NBA accredited, AIU equivalent to MBA
Specialization : Diverse Management Specializations - Offers Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, HR, Operations -
Placement Focus : 100% Placement Success - Strong recruitment in FMCG, Consulting, Banking, IT - Top companies: Deloit
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - FMCG/FMCD, Research & Consulting, Banking & NBFC - IT & Services, Retail, E
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Promotes diversity across all academic programs
Internship : Robust Internship Opportunities - 100% Summer Internships with top brands - International internship
Partnerships/Exchange USP : Global Academic Alliances - MoUs with international universities (e.g., Canada, Cyprus) - Global imm
Alumni : Extensive Alumni Network - 40,000+ strong alumni base across industries - Notable alumni in IAS, IBM
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Regular guest lectures by corporate leaders - Leadership Talk Series

Shortlisted by 9829+ students

Arya College

4.7
(6 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
Other

13,993 Arts
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CMAT Exams
...+5 CET , XAT , CAT , SET , MAT

Arya College is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 2014. Arya College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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MIT Pune

3.7
(7 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+3 NBA , DTE , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

1,50,000 - 1,55,000 Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 MAH MBA CET , XAT , CEED , PERA CET , GPAT , MAT

Maharashtra Institute of Technology Pune or MIT Pune is considered one of the best engineering colleges in Maharashtra. It is a private institute that is affiliated with Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University and approved by AICTE. MIT Pune offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in different specializations. Some of the popular courses offered at MIT Pune are B.Tech and M.tech. The institute accepts admission by counselling in DTE. Maharashtra Institute of Technology has a great placement record as well.

Shortlisted by 732+ students

Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research

4.5
(19 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , BCI , NAAC

30,000 - 1,50,000 Arts
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#90 NIRF Ranking
AILET Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , NEET , BEEE , MAT , NIMCET , Tamilnadu 12th

Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, formerly Bharath Engineering College, was founded in 1984 by S. Jagathrakshakan in Chennai. It is a private and deemed to University in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is also known as the Bharath Institute of Science and Technology (BIST). The institute has been recognised by UGC and has received the highest rating from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has also approved BIHER. Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in the law stream which is very popular among the students.

Shortlisted by 42572+ students

NIA Pune

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

4,720 Arts
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CMAT Exams
...+1 CAT

National Insurance Academy specialties

Ranking : National & Regional Recognition - Ranked #101-125 Nationally (NIRF 2023) - Ranked #3 in Pune (NIRF 2
Region : Strategic Pune Advantage - Educational & Financial Hub Proximity - Access to Insurance Industry Head
Fees : Mid-Range Investment -RS11-15 L (Total) for PGDM - Includes tuition, accommodation, food
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Average PackageRS12.74 LPA (2025) - Highest PackageRS20 LPA (2025)
Flagship Course : Specialized PGDM Program - Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Focus on Insurance Business Managem
Specialization : Unique Dual Specialization - Core Management subjects (55%) - Insurance disciplines (45%)
Placement Focus : Consistent 100% Placements - Strong presence in Insurance, Consulting, IT - Diverse roles: Underwrit
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - General, Life, Health Insurance, Reinsurance - Consulting, Financial F
Diversity :
Internship : Valuable Summer Internships - 100% internships in top companies - Projects in Market Research, Busin
Partnerships/Exchange : Global & Industry Collaborations - MoUs with Swiss Re, NISM, IIBF - Academic ties with NSBM Green Un
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Strong global presence - Alumni in leadership roles
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Faculty - Experienced IIM faculty members - Swiss Re specialists, industry leaders

Shortlisted by 88+ students

Yuvaraja's College

3.9
(7 Reviews)
Mysuru, Karnataka
Private
NAAC

CMAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , MAT , Karnataka 2nd PUC , GMAT

Yuvaraja's College is a Private Institute located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1928. Yuvaraja's College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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St. Andrew s College of Arts, Science and Commerce

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

AILET Exams
...+4 CBSE 12th , CLAT , UP 12th , M.Ed.

St. Andrew s College of Arts, Science and Commerce is a Private Institute located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1899. St. Andrew s College of Arts, Science and Commerce offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, LLB, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

6,765 - 7,655 Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1865. St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

MPC Autonomous College

4.7
(10 Reviews)
Mayurbhanj, Odisha
Private
UGC
...+3 UGC , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CMAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , NIMCET , MAT , Odisha CHSE

MPC Autonomous College is a Private Institute located in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. It was established in the year 1948. MPC Autonomous College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 164+ students

Nandini Nagar Mahavidyalaya

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Nawabganj, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

5,000 - 13,000 Arts
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CET Exams
...+6 UP , PTET , JEECUP , Delhi , Joint , University

Nandini Nagar Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Nawabganj, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2013. Nandini Nagar Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, LLB, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 395+ students

Prabhu Jagatbandhu College

4.1
(9 Reviews)
Howrah, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Prabhu Jagatbandhu College is a Private Institute located in Howrah, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1964. Prabhu Jagatbandhu College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 288+ students

Khudiram Bose Central College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Khudiram Bose Central College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1894. Khudiram Bose Central College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 108+ students

Nabagram Hiralal Paul College

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Hooghly, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Nabagram Hiralal Paul College is a Private Institute located in Hooghly, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1957. Nabagram Hiralal Paul College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Sanjay Ghodawat University

4.1
(15 Reviews)
Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

32,500 Arts
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NATA Exams
...+6 NEET , UCEED , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , NIFT , CAT

Sanjay Ghodawat University is a state-private university founded by the Government of Maharashtra Act XL of 2017. SGU is one of the popular universities in Kolhapur for its BBA programme. It is accredited with a Grade ‘A’ by NAAC and NBA and is approved by AICTE, COA, and PCI. A student with pass marks in Class 12 is eligible to apply for the Sanjay Ghodawat University BBA course. The university works hard to offer the best placement opportunities to its students. Some of the top recruiters at Sanjay Ghodawat University placements are Berger, Asian Paints, Airtel, ICICI, BYJU’S, Edelweiss, and IndusInd.

Shortlisted by 60792+ students

Mount Carmel College, Bangalore

4.6
(22 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

34,000 - 2,36,000 Arts
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CMAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , MAT , Karnataka 2nd PUC , GMAT

Mount Carmel College, Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1948. Mount Carmel College, Bangalore offers Regular courses such as PGDM, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3157+ students

TD College Jaunpur

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

AILET Exams
...+4 LSAT , CBSE 12th , CLAT , UP 12th

TD College Jaunpur is a Private Institute located in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1947. TD College Jaunpur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, LLB, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 964+ students

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