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 - Dec 30, 2025 12:51 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Empower School of Health, C.V.Raman Institute of Technology, PMCA Cuttack, Women Polytechnic, Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, Government Degree & PG College, PVG Pune, South Calcutta Polytechnic, HPNLU, Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya. India has around 21707 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 21707 Colleges in India

Empower School of Health

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
Other

Empower School of Health is a Private Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in 2009, Empower School of Health offers 1 programs such as PGD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

C.V.Raman Institute of Technology

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
NCVT

22,000 - 2,69,000
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XAT Exams
...+4 MAT , OJEE , GATE , CGET

C.V.Raman Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Established in 1992, C.V.Raman Institute of Technology offers 8 programs such as MBA, BBA, BSc, Diploma, PGD in multiple specializations. C.V.Raman Institute of Technology fees range from INR 22,000 - INR 2,69,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

PMCA Cuttack

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Cuttack, Odisha
Private
Council of

OJEE Exams

PMCA Cuttack is a Private Institute, located in Cuttack, Odisha. Established in 1993, PMCA Cuttack offers 2 programs such as M.Arch, B.Arch in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Women Polytechnic

Aizawl, Mizoram
Private
AICTE

6,600
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , MBSE HSLC , MBSE HSSLC

Women Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Aizawl, Mizoram. Established in 1990, Women Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Women Polytechnic fees range from INR 6,600. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

40,000 - 3,06,000
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9 Lacs
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Placement Trends
CAT Exams
...+4 CMAT , GMAT , XAT , MAT

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management specialties

Ranking : Top National & Regional Rankings - NIRF 2025: #71 in Management nationally - Times B-School 2025: #1
Fees : High Fees - Rs13-15 L (Total) for MBA
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Average package Rs9.2 LPA (NIRF 2024) - Cost recovered within 1-2 y
Flagship Course : Flagship MBA Programs - Master of Business Administration (MBA) - MBA in Digital Transformation
Specialization : Diverse Industry-Focused Specializations - Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics - Digital Transfor
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - Fortune 500 companies recruit - Consulting, IT, BFSI, Manufacturing se
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - Consulting (Deloitte, KPMG, PwC) - IT (Amazon, Wipro, TCS, Infosys)
Diversity : Global Student Community - Students from diverse nationalities - Rich cross-cultural learning enviro
Internship : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Internships at Amazon, American Express - Live projects with
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive International Collaborations - 50+ global university partners - Semester exchange, dual de
Alumni : Vast Global Alumni Network - 32,000+ alumni worldwide - Leaders in consulting, finance, entrepreneur
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular talks by corporate leaders - Insights from C-level executives

Shortlisted by 262+ students

Government Degree & PG College

Khammam, Telangana
Government
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 TSBIE

Government Degree & PG College is a Government Institute, located in Khammam, Telangana. Established in 1980, Government Degree & PG College offers 6 programs such as BA, B.Com, MA, BSc, M.Com in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 37+ students

PVG Pune

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

1,12,000
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4.9 Lacs
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Placement Trends
MAH MBA CET Exams
...+1 CAT

Pune Vidyarthi Griha's Institute Of Management specialties

Region : Industrial Hub Advantage - Proximity to Nashik's industrial and service sectors. - Strategic location for industry interaction.
Fees : Affordable Management Education - Low: Rs 1.12-1.22L (Total) for MBA program.
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Low fees, decent average placements.
Flagship Course : Flagship MBA Program - Two-year full-time Master of Business Administration.
Specialization : Diverse Industry-Relevant Specializations - Finance, Marketing, HR, Production, IT & IBM. - Finance specialization showed highest offers.
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - 80% placement rate for graduating batch. - Focus on Banking, Telecom, Manufacturing sectors.
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Banking, Telecommunications, Manufacturing.
Internship : Mandatory Industry Internships - Eight-week summer training for real-world exposure.
Partnerships/Exchange : Industry Collaboration for Development - MoUs for training, skill development, projects.
Alumni : Supportive Alumni Network - Active alumni aid placements and industry connections.
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular guest lectures by industry professionals. - Focus on analytical skills, leadership, technology.

Shortlisted by 36+ students

South Calcutta Polytechnic

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

JEXPO Exams

South Calcutta Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2012, South Calcutta Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 35+ students

HPNLU

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Public
UGC
...+1 BCI

41,500 - 6,00,000
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CLAT Exams
...+2 AILET , LSAT

HPNLU is a Public Institute, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Established in 2016, HPNLU offers 3 programs such as BBA+LLB, LLM, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. HPNLU fees range from INR 41,500 - INR 6,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 98+ students

Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya

Chandrapur, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya is a Private Institute, located in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Established in 1968, Shri Dnyanesh Mahavidyadlaya offers 3 programs such as BA, BSc, Certificate in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

IHM Chandigarh

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Private
Other

1,03,180 - 26,40,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
HBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

IHM Chandigarh is a Private Institute, located in Chandigarh. Established in 2009, IHM Chandigarh offers 9 programs such as BBA, BA, BCA, B.Com, BSc in multiple specializations. IHM Chandigarh fees range from INR 1,03,180 - INR 26,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 44+ students

Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kachchh, Gujarat
Private
AICTE
...+1 PCI

60,000 - 95,000
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GPAT Exams

Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Kachchh, Gujarat. Established in 2005, Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Veerayatan Institute of Pharmacy fees range from INR 60,000 - INR 95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Private
AICTE

Jharkhand Polytechnic Exams

Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi is a Private Institute, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Established in , Government Polytechnic (GP), Ranchi offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

Mewar Institute of Management

4.3
(20 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 BCI , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

55,000 - 65,000
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4.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
HPU Exams
...+6 LSAT , CCS , DU , Ghaziabad: , CBSE 12th , CAT

Mewar Institute of Management is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1996, Mewar Institute of Management offers 7 programs such as MBA, BBA, LLB, B.Ed, BCA in multiple specializations. Mewar Institute of Management fees range from INR 55,000 - INR 65,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 84+ students

K.K.Wagh Polytechnic

4.9
(7 Reviews)
Nashik, Maharashtra
Private

6,000 - 7,550
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CBSE 10th Exams

K.K.Wagh Polytechnic is a Private Institute, located in Nashik, Maharashtra. Established in 1983, K.K.Wagh Polytechnic offers 1 programs such as Diploma in multiple specializations. K.K.Wagh Polytechnic fees range from INR 6,000 - INR 7,550. Read More

Shortlisted by 154+ students

Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women

Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
Government
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 BIEAP

Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women is a Government Institute, located in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1982, Smt. N.P. Savithramma Govt. College For Women offers 9 programs such as BBM, BA, B.Com, BSc, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 42+ students

A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh
Private
AICTE

A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam is a Private Institute, located in Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, A1 Global Institute of Engineering & Technology (AGIET), Prakasam offers 4 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 27+ students

Loyola Institute of Technology and Management

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Sattenapalle, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE

27,000 - 43,000
Get Fee Details
GATE Exams
...+3 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , AP ICET

Loyola Institute of Technology and Management is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Sattenapalle, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2001, Loyola Institute of Technology and Management offers 5 programs such as MBA, Diploma, M.Tech, MCA, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Loyola Institute of Technology and Management fees range from INR 27,000 - INR 43,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 10434+ students

Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
University
AICTE

45,760 - 70,000
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4 Lacs
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Placement Trends
AP ICET Exams
...+4 AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , JEE Main , GATE

Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women is a University Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2010, Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women offers 3 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Vignan's Institute of Engineering for Women fees range from INR 45,760 - INR 70,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 92+ students

Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
Pharmacy C
...+1 AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+1 AP PGECET

Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, Viswanadha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Proddatur, Andhra Pradesh
Private

Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur is a Private Institute, located in Proddatur, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Balaji Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Proddatur offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

GLS University

4.3
(37 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
University
Other

5,60,000 - 5,88,000
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CBSE 12th Exams

GLS University is a University Institute, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 2015, GLS University offers 3 programs such as B.Tech, B.Des, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. GLS University fees range from INR 5,60,000 - INR 5,88,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 243+ students

Shri Rewa Gurjar College

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Local Body
UGC

MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Shri Rewa Gurjar College is a Local Body Institute, located in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2005, Shri Rewa Gurjar College offers 7 programs such as BBA, BA, B.Com, BSc, PGD in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 61+ students

Dronacharya Academy

Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NCTE

Dronacharya Academy is a Private Institute, located in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 2010, Dronacharya Academy offers 1 programs such as B.Tech in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy

Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

GPAT Exams
...+1 TS PGECET

Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 2007, Teegala Krishna Reddy College of Pharmacy offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

Sky Education

New Delhi, Delhi
others

35,000 - 3,00,000
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Sky Education is a None Institute, located in New Delhi, Delhi. Established in 2012, Sky Education offers 4 programs such as MBA, B.Tech, B.Ed, LLB in multiple specializations. Sky Education fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 3,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Sri Vasavi Engineering College

4.5
(12 Reviews)
West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
Private Unaided
NBA
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

24,000 - 2,52,000
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3.2 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
AP POLYCET Exams
...+4 AP ICET , AP EAMCET , AP PGECET , GATE

Sri Vasavi Engineering College is a Private Unaided Institute, located in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2001, Sri Vasavi Engineering College offers 4 programs such as MBA, M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma in multiple specializations. Sri Vasavi Engineering College fees range from INR 24,000 - INR 2,52,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 90+ students

Shri Umiya Girls College

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh
Private

MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Shri Umiya Girls College is a Private Institute, located in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1998, Shri Umiya Girls College offers 5 programs such as BA, B.Com, BSc, MSc, MS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

Faculty of Law, Allahabad University

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

Faculty of Law, Allahabad University is a Private Institute, located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1872, Faculty of Law, Allahabad University offers 2 programs such as LLB, LLM in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 86+ students

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Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Private Aided
AICTE

25,000 - 35,000
Get Fee Details

Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women is a Private Aided Institute, located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2009, Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women offers 2 programs such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple specializations. Vijaya Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences for Women fees range from INR 25,000 - INR 35,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 23+ 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 21707 Colleges in India

22,000 - 2,69,000

XAT Exams

OJEE Exams

6,600

CBSE 10th Exams

40,000 - 3,06,000

Avg Package

CAT Exams

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management specialties

CBSE 12th Exams

1,12,000

Avg Package

MAH MBA CET Exams

Pune Vidyarthi Griha's Institute Of Management specialties

JEXPO Exams

41,500 - 6,00,000

CLAT Exams

1,03,180 - 26,40,000

Avg Package

HBSE 12th Exams

60,000 - 95,000

GPAT Exams

Jharkhand Polytechnic Exams

55,000 - 65,000

Avg Package

HPU Exams

6,000 - 7,550

CBSE 10th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

27,000 - 43,000

GATE Exams

45,760 - 70,000

Avg Package

AP ICET Exams

GPAT Exams

5,60,000 - 5,88,000

CBSE 12th Exams

MPBSE 12th Exams

GPAT Exams

35,000 - 3,00,000

24,000 - 2,52,000

Avg Package

AP POLYCET Exams

MPBSE 12th Exams

25,000 - 35,000

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