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Top Colleges in India 2026

Written By Amit Singh - Content Writer

Updated on - Dec 28, 2025 12:58 AM IST

Top colleges in India include Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences, College of Forestry (CF), Ratnagiri, Ahmedabad Institute of Technology (AIT), Ahmedabad, Sunder Deep Group of Institutions, Pariyaram Dental College, School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow, GURU NANAK COLLEGE BUDHLADA, IMI Kolkata, Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences & Research, Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIOMS), Thrissur. India has around 22496 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 22496 Colleges in India

Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private

90,000 - 6,00,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 UP 12th , NEET

Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences is a Private Institute, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Established in , Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences offers 7 programs such as BDS, MSc, MDS, MCA, B.Tech in multiple specializations. Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences fees range from INR 90,000 - INR 6,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 127+ students

College of Forestry (CF), Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

ICAR AIEEA Exams
...+1 MCAER CET

College of Forestry (CF), Ratnagiri is a Private Institute, located in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. Established in , College of Forestry (CF), Ratnagiri offers 2 programs such as MSc, BSc in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 77+ students

Ahmedabad Institute of Technology (AIT), Ahmedabad

4.8
(6 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private
AICTE
...+1 AAA(KCG,Gujarat)

71,000 - 79,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Ahmedabad Institute of Technology (AIT), Ahmedabad is a Private Institute, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Established in 2004, Ahmedabad Institute of Technology (AIT), Ahmedabad offers 3 programs such as B.E., MBA, M.E. in multiple specializations. Ahmedabad Institute of Technology (AIT), Ahmedabad fees range from INR 71,000 - INR 79,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 953+ students

Sunder Deep Group of Institutions

4.3
(92 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+5 BCI , PCI , NCTE , BTE , COA

30,000 - 1,95,000
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1.8 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
AILET Exams
...+6 NIPER JEE , CMAT , XAT , MAT , SET , CEED

Sunder Deep Group of Institutions is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2006, Sunder Deep Group of Institutions offers 21 programs such as B.Arch, B.Tech, Certificate, B.Ed, MCA in multiple specializations. Sunder Deep Group of Institutions fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 1,95,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 67216+ students

Pariyaram Dental College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kannur, Kerala
Private
Dental Cou

NEET Exams

Pariyaram Dental College is a Private Institute, located in Kannur, Kerala. Established in 2004, Pariyaram Dental College offers 1 programs such as BDS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 79+ students

School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow

4.2
(24 Reviews)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private Unaided
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

20,000 - 2,40,000
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10 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
UPSEE Exams
...+6 NIMCET , JEECUP , CAT , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , XAT

School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2008, School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow offers 9 programs such as MCA, B.Com, MBA, B.Tech, BBA in multiple specializations. School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 2,40,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 33442+ students

GURU NANAK COLLEGE BUDHLADA

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Mansa, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 ACITE

16,050 - 63,000
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UGC NET (Library and Information Science) Exams
...+6 DUET (Library and Information Science) , CBSE 12th , PGCET (Library Science) , PSEB 12th , BHU PET (Library and Information Science) , JNU CEEB (Library and Information Science)

GURU NANAK COLLEGE BUDHLADA is a Private Institute, located in Mansa, Punjab. Established in 1971, GURU NANAK COLLEGE BUDHLADA offers 14 programs such as MSc, PGD, MCA, B.Com, BA in multiple specializations. GURU NANAK COLLEGE BUDHLADA fees range from INR 16,050 - INR 63,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 70+ students

Course and Fee (34)

IMI Kolkata

4.2
(66 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE

4,29,000 - 9,80,000
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8.84 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
XAT Exams
...+1 CAT

IMI Kolkata specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #42 NIRF Management 2025 - Consistent improvement in national rankings
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Eastern India's business capital - Access to diverse corporate opportunities
Fees : High Fees Structure - Rs 12-14.98L (Total PGDM) - Hostel fees additional Rs 1-3.7L
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Strong placements relative to fees - Better ROI compared to peers
Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Program - Two-year full-time management diploma - AIU equivalent to MBA degree
Specialization : Diverse Dual Specializations - Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR - MIS & Analytics, Strategy, Economics
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - 100% placement record in recent years - Roles in Consulting, BFSI, IT, FMCG
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Consulting (Deloitte, PwC, EY) - BFSI (ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI)
Diversity : Vibrant Student Diversity - Students from various Indian states - Enriches learning, broadens horizo
Internship : Valuable Summer Internships - Highest stipend Rs1 Lakh - Interns at Amazon, Deloitte, PwC
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Exchange with ESC Rennes (France), Sichuan University (China) - Research partnerships with international universities
Alumni : Growing Alumni Network - Positive alumni feedback - Industry connections for career growth
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Experienced faculty from corporate world - Regular guest lectures and workshops

Shortlisted by 224+ students

Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences & Research

Ferozepur, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

17,55,000
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13.1 Lacs
Median Package
Placement Trends
NEET MDS Exams
...+1 NEET

Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences & Research is a Private Institute, located in Ferozepur, Punjab. Established in 2005, Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences & Research offers 2 programs such as BDS, MDS in multiple specializations. Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences & Research fees range from INR 17,55,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 103+ students

Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIOMS), Thrissur

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Thrissur, Kerala
Private
MCI

81,050 - 12,30,680
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Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIOMS), Thrissur is a Private Institute, located in Thrissur, Kerala. Established in 2003, Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIOMS), Thrissur offers 5 programs such as MCh, MD, MS (Surgery), Diploma, MBBS in multiple specializations. Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIOMS), Thrissur fees range from INR 81,050 - INR 12,30,680. Read More

Shortlisted by 95+ students

Biyani Group of Colleges, Jaipur

4.6
(14 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , BCI , INC , NAAC

20,000 - 1,03,000
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3.5 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends
CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 RBSE 12th

Biyani Group of Colleges, Jaipur is a Private Institute, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Established in 2014, Biyani Group of Colleges, Jaipur offers 20 programs such as BVA, B.Arch, M.Com, MJMC, PGD in multiple specializations. Biyani Group of Colleges, Jaipur fees range from INR 20,000 - INR 1,03,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 55559+ students

Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC) Manipal

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Manipal, Karnataka
University
Other
...+1 Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

1,72,000 - 26,13,000
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NEET PG Exams
...+3 MET , NEET , NEET SS

Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC) Manipal is a University Institute, located in Manipal, Karnataka. Established in 1997, Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC) Manipal offers 8 programs such as BDS, MSc, MCh, MD, MS (Surgery) in multiple specializations. Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC) Manipal fees range from INR 1,72,000 - INR 26,13,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 84+ students

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Government
NBA
...+1 Medical Council of India (MCI)

13,333 - 6,00,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 NEET PG , Karnataka 2nd PUC , NEET SS , KCET

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology is a Government Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1973, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology offers 7 programs such as PGD, MSc, MCh, MD, Diploma in multiple specializations. Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology fees range from INR 13,333 - INR 6,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 215+ students

Sai Group Of Institutions

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC
...+4 IAP , INC , Indian Association of Physiotherapists , NAAC

30,000 - 1,00,000
Get Fee Details
XAT Exams
...+6 SET , GMAT , CBSE 12th , UK 12th , MAT , CMAT

Sai Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 2003, Sai Group Of Institutions offers 16 programs such as MSc, ANM, B.Com, MBA, MPT in multiple specializations. Sai Group Of Institutions fees range from INR 30,000 - INR 1,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 758+ students

Vidyashilp University

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC

3,85,000 - 5,13,500
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Vidyashilp University is a Private Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2021, Vidyashilp University offers 7 programs such as B.Des, BA, BMS, B.Tech, BA+LLB in multiple specializations. Vidyashilp University fees range from INR 3,85,000 - INR 5,13,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 44044+ students

Manipal University - School Of Allied Health Sciences

4.8
(5 Reviews)
Manipal, Karnataka
University
RCI

2,74,000 - 7,74,000
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Karnataka 2nd PUC , MET

Manipal University - School Of Allied Health Sciences is a University Institute, located in Manipal, Karnataka. Established in 1999, Manipal University - School Of Allied Health Sciences offers 13 programs such as PGD, MSc, B.O.T, M.Optom, M.Phil in multiple specializations. Manipal University - School Of Allied Health Sciences fees range from INR 2,74,000 - INR 7,74,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 226+ students

East Point Group Of Institutions

4.0
(14 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Local Body

1,28,000 - 10,00,000
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25 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 CBSE 10th , Karnataka PGCET , JEE Main , NEET , GATE , KCET

East Point Group Of Institutions is a Local Body Institute, located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 2004, East Point Group Of Institutions offers 19 programs such as B.E., B.Tech, Certificate, M.Com, MS (Surgery) in multiple specializations. East Point Group Of Institutions fees range from INR 1,28,000 - INR 10,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 675+ students

K M Shah Dental College & Hospital

Vadodara, Gujarat
Private

84,000
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NEET Exams

K M Shah Dental College & Hospital is a Private Institute, located in Vadodara, Gujarat. Established in 1999, K M Shah Dental College & Hospital offers 4 programs such as BDS, Diploma, MDS, PhD in multiple specializations. K M Shah Dental College & Hospital fees range from INR 84,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 94+ students

Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology

4.5
(19 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+1 AKTU

52,500 - 1,51,000
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30.2 Lacs
Highest Package
Placement Trends
JEE Main Exams
...+6 UPSEE , JEECUP , IPU CET , UP 10th , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2002, Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology offers 4 programs such as B.Tech, Diploma, MCA, BCA in multiple specializations. Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology fees range from INR 52,500 - INR 1,51,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 18013+ students

Excel Group Of Institutions

Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
Private
NBA
...+2 PCI , NAAC

24,000 - 2,80,000
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CBSE 10th Exams
...+3 Tamilnadu 10th , CBSE 12th , Tamilnadu 12th

Excel Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute, located in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2006, Excel Group Of Institutions offers 30 programs such as B.E., B.Arch, B.Tech, M.Com, B.Ed in multiple specializations. Excel Group Of Institutions fees range from INR 24,000 - INR 2,80,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 30074+ students

Swami Vivekananda Institute of Science and Technology

4.5
(19 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NBA
...+4 NAAC , AICTE , MAKAUT WB , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

71,250 - 2,47,500
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CAT Exams
...+6 JEE Main , XAT , WBJEE , MAT , GMAT , CMAT

Swami Vivekananda Institute of Science and Technology is a Private Institute, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 2008, Swami Vivekananda Institute of Science and Technology offers 2 programs such as B.Tech, MBA in multiple specializations. Swami Vivekananda Institute of Science and Technology fees range from INR 71,250 - INR 2,47,500. Read More

Shortlisted by 12550+ students

Educare Institute Of Dental Sciences

Malapuram, Kerala
Private

NEET MDS Exams

Educare Institute Of Dental Sciences is a Private Institute, located in Malapuram, Kerala. Established in 2007, Educare Institute Of Dental Sciences offers 2 programs such as BDS, MDS in multiple specializations. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Wildlife Institute of India

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Government

14,000 - 14,64,000
Get Fee Details
6.1 Lacs
Avg Package
Placement Trends

Wildlife Institute of India is a Government Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 1982, Wildlife Institute of India offers 3 programs such as PGD, MSc, Certificate in multiple specializations. Wildlife Institute of India fees range from INR 14,000 - INR 14,64,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 236+ students

Bhagwati Institute of Technology & Science

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

38,000 - 82,000
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Bhagwati Institute of Technology & Science is a Private Institute, located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2008, Bhagwati Institute of Technology & Science offers 8 programs such as MCA, D Pharma, MBA, B.Tech, BBA in multiple specializations. Bhagwati Institute of Technology & Science fees range from INR 38,000 - INR 82,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 29422+ students

Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private

6,00,000 - 22,50,000
Get Fee Details
NEET PG Exams

Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences is a Private Institute, located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 2005, Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences offers 4 programs such as MD, MS (Surgery), MS, MBBS in multiple specializations. Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences fees range from INR 6,00,000 - INR 22,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 84+ students

Royal Dental College

Palakkad, Kerala
Private
Dental Cou

8,87,000 - 26,61,000
Get Fee Details
NEET MDS Exams
...+1 NEET

Royal Dental College is a Private Institute, located in Palakkad, Kerala. Established in 2003, Royal Dental College offers 3 programs such as MD, BDS, MDS in multiple specializations. Royal Dental College fees range from INR 8,87,000 - INR 26,61,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 73+ students

Shirdhar University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pilani, Rajasthan
Private

5,000 - 3,50,000
Get Fee Details
CBSE 10th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , RBSE 10th , RBSE 12th

Shirdhar University is a Private Institute, located in Pilani, Rajasthan. Established in , Shirdhar University offers 29 programs such as MHM, B.Tech, Certificate, M.Com, PGD in multiple specializations. Shirdhar University fees range from INR 5,000 - INR 3,50,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

Course and Fee (113)

Shree Dev Bhoomi Institute of Education ,Science & Technology

3.8
(4 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

35,000 - 3,84,000
Get Fee Details
UBTER JEEP Exams
...+6 NEET , CMAT , CBSE 12th , UKSEE , UK 12th , XAT

Shree Dev Bhoomi Institute of Education ,Science & Technology is a Private Institute, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 2004, Shree Dev Bhoomi Institute of Education ,Science & Technology offers 9 programs such as MSc, D Pharma, MBA, BBA, Diploma in multiple specializations. Shree Dev Bhoomi Institute of Education ,Science & Technology fees range from INR 35,000 - INR 3,84,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 161+ students

United Institute of Technology, Coimbatore

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private Unaided
AICTE

50,000 - 2,00,000
Get Fee Details
Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+4 GATE , CBSE 12th , TNEA , NEET

United Institute of Technology, Coimbatore is a Private Unaided Institute, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2009, United Institute of Technology, Coimbatore offers 5 programs such as M.Tech, D Pharma, B.Tech, BSc, B.Pharm in multiple specializations. United Institute of Technology, Coimbatore fees range from INR 50,000 - INR 2,00,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 514+ students

Malabar Dental College & Research Centre

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Malapuram, Kerala
Private
NAAC

26,61,000
Get Fee Details
NEET MDS Exams

Malabar Dental College & Research Centre is a Private Institute, located in Malapuram, Kerala. Established in 2007, Malabar Dental College & Research Centre offers 2 programs such as BDS, MDS in multiple specializations. Malabar Dental College & Research Centre fees range from INR 26,61,000. Read More

Shortlisted by 11+ 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 22496 Colleges in India

90,000 - 6,00,000

CBSE 12th Exams

ICAR AIEEA Exams

71,000 - 79,000

Avg Package

30,000 - 1,95,000

Avg Package

AILET Exams

NEET Exams

20,000 - 2,40,000

Avg Package

UPSEE Exams

16,050 - 63,000

UGC NET (Library and Information Science) Exams

4,29,000 - 9,80,000

Avg Package

XAT Exams

IMI Kolkata specialties

17,55,000

Median Package

NEET MDS Exams

81,050 - 12,30,680

20,000 - 1,03,000

Avg Package

CBSE 12th Exams

1,72,000 - 26,13,000

NEET PG Exams

13,333 - 6,00,000

CBSE 12th Exams

30,000 - 1,00,000

XAT Exams

3,85,000 - 5,13,500

2,74,000 - 7,74,000

CBSE 12th Exams

1,28,000 - 10,00,000

Highest Package

CBSE 12th Exams

84,000

NEET Exams

52,500 - 1,51,000

Highest Package

JEE Main Exams

24,000 - 2,80,000

CBSE 10th Exams

71,250 - 2,47,500

CAT Exams

NEET MDS Exams

14,000 - 14,64,000

Avg Package

38,000 - 82,000

6,00,000 - 22,50,000

NEET PG Exams

8,87,000 - 26,61,000

NEET MDS Exams

5,000 - 3,50,000

CBSE 10th Exams

35,000 - 3,84,000

UBTER JEEP Exams

50,000 - 2,00,000

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

26,61,000

NEET MDS Exams

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