Top Colleges in India 2026

Explore the best colleges across India with comprehensive information on courses, fees, placements, and more. Find your perfect college match.

Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's Maharshi Karve Mahila Mahavidyalay-image

Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's Maharshi Karve Mahila Mahavidyalay

Wai, Maharashtra
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Shri Siddhivinayak Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Pune, is a premier women's college established in 2008, affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. With a NAAC 'B++' grade, it offers robust undergraduate programs like B.A., B.Com, B.Sc. Computer Science, BCA, and BBA(CA), promoting academic growth.

Ranking
191st by India Today (Computer Applications)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
7
Exams
MAH MCA CET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 20,000/year
Smt Bakul Tambat Institute of Nursing Education-image

Smt Bakul Tambat Institute of Nursing Education

4.7
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Pune, Maharashtra
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Smt. Bakul Tambat Institute of Nursing Education, Pune, a leading women's nursing college established in 2007 under MKSSS, is affiliated with MUHS, Nashik. It excels in comprehensive healthcare education, offering BSc, PB BSc, and MSc Nursing programs, fostering empowered women professionals.

Ranking
191st by IIRF (Nursing)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
6
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 54,000/year
KGISL Institute of Technology-image

KGISL Institute of Technology

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
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Ranking
19th by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
+2
Courses
18
Exams
TANCET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 20,300/year
Dr. D.Y.Patil College of Law-image

Dr. D.Y.Patil College of Law

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Ranking
19th by IIRF (Law)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
7
Exams
MH‑CET‑LAW
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 49,000/year
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Swaminarayan University

Kalol, Gujarat
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Ranking
19th by Outlook (Ayurved)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
160
Exams
NEET
+5
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 40,000/year
Apeejay Stya University, School of Engineering & Technology-image

Apeejay Stya University, School of Engineering & Technology

Gurgaon, Haryana
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Ranking
19th by The Times Of India (B.Tech)
Courses
14
Exams
HSTES
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,07,500/year
Dr. Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital-image

Dr. Harvansh Singh Judge Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital

Chandigarh, Chandigarh UT
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Ranking
53rd by IIRF (Dental)
Accreditations
DCI
Courses
2
Exams
NEET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,44,375/year
Jagran Institute of Management and Mass Communication Noida-image

Jagran Institute of Management and Mass Communication Noida

Noida, Uttar Pradesh
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Ranking
19th by India Today (Mass Communications)
Courses
6
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 80,000/year
Manipal University, School of Law-image

Manipal University, School of Law

Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Ranking
19th by The Week (Law)
Accreditations
BCI
Courses
4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 36,000/year
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Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University

Pondicherry, Puducherry
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Ranking
19th by India Today (Medical)
Accreditations
AICTE
+4
Courses
129
Exams
NEET
+4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,00,000/year
Meenakashi Ammal Dental College and Hospital, Maher University-image

Meenakashi Ammal Dental College and Hospital, Maher University

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Ranking
19th by IIRF (Dental)
Courses
13
Exams
NEET
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 15,00,000/year
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Institute of Hotel Management Hajipur

Hajipur, Bihar
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Ranking
20th by IIRF (Hotel Management)
Courses
4
Exams
NCHMCT JEE
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 72,250/year
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ICFAI Law School

Hyderabad, Telangana
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Ranking
5th by IIRF (Law)
Accreditations
BCI
Courses
11
Exams
LSAT
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 95,000/year
Amrapali Institute of Hotel Management-image

Amrapali Institute of Hotel Management

Haldwani, Uttarakhand
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Ranking
44th by IIRF (Hospitality Management)
Courses
4
Exams
CUET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 80,000/year
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Law College Dehradun

Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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Ranking
7th by IIRF (Law)
Accreditations
BCI
Courses
5
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,19,480/year
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Amity Business School Noida

Noida, Uttar Pradesh
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Ranking
24th by IIRF (MBA)
Courses
13
Exams
CAT
+5
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 7,24,000/year
Vivekanandha College for Women-image

Vivekanandha College for Women

Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
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Vivekanandha College for Women, Namakkal, established in 2004, is an autonomous college affiliated with Periyar University. A premier institution for women''s higher education, it offers over 40 diverse UG/PG programs across 21 departments, ensuring academic excellence on its 25-acre campus.

Ranking
47th by India Today (Dental)
Accreditations
AICTE
+2
Courses
16
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 21,875/year
St. Mary's College of Nursing-image

St. Mary's College of Nursing

4.3
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Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
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St. Mary''s College of Nursing and Paramedical Institute, established in 2004 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is a premier institution affiliated with Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University. It is renowned for its comprehensive nursing programs, including B.Sc, Post Basic B.Sc, GNM, and M.Sc Nursing.

Ranking
19th by IIRF (Nursing)
Accreditations
ABVMC
+2
Courses
10
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 70,000/year
Maharaja Agrasen Medical College-image

Maharaja Agrasen Medical College

Agroha, Haryana
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Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha, is a premier institution established in 1994 and affiliated with Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak. Renowned for its strong academic foundation in medicine, MAMC Agroha offers MBBS, MD/MS, and B.Sc. Nursing programs, providing quality healthcare education.

Ranking
19th by IIRF (Physiotherapy)
Accreditations
NMC
Courses
25
Exams
NEET
+3
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,68,250/year
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Bhadrak Autonomous College

4.3
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Bhadrak, Odisha
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Bhadrak Autonomous College, Bhadrak, Odisha, established in 1948, is a premier autonomous institution affiliated with Fakir Mohan University. Sprawling over 36.25 acres, it offers diverse UG and PG programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce, nurturing over 4700 students with a dedicated faculty of 166. Recognized with an NAAC ''A'' grade, it is a hub for quality education.

Ranking
19th by IIRF (BCA)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
56
Exams
Odisha‑CPET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 948/year
Karve Institute of Social Service-image

Karve Institute of Social Service

Pune, Maharashtra
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Karve Institute of Social Service, a premier institution located in Pune, was established in 1963. Affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University, K.I.S.S. is recognized for its academic strength in social work, particularly its flagship Master of Social Work program, with a dedicated focus on holistic education.

Ranking
19th by India Today (Social Work)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 24,769/year
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Master School of Management

3.7
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Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
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Master School of Management (MSM) stands as a premier institution in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1996. Affiliated with Chaudhary Charan Singh University, it excels in management and computer applications, offering popular MBA and BBA programs on its 2.5-acre campus, fostering career-focused education.

Ranking
62nd by IIRF (MBA)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
19
Exams
CAT
+4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 66,500/year
Annai Violet Arts and Science College-image

Annai Violet Arts and Science College

4.4
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Annai Violet Arts and Science College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a premier institution established in 1997, affiliated with the University of Madras. Holding a NAAC B+ grade, it excels in diverse UG and PG programs across arts, science, and commerce, fostering a vibrant, student-centric academic environment.

Ranking
189th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
26
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 40,000/year
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Parishkar College of Global Excellence

Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Parishkar College Of Global Excellence, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, is a premier institution established in 2006. Affiliated with the University of Rajasthan, it offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Computer Applications. The college focuses on academic excellence and holistic student development.

Ranking
189th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
89
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 30,000/year
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Avinash College of Commerce Hyderabad

4.6
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Hyderabad, Telangana
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Avinash College of Commerce is a premier institution located in Hyderabad, Telangana. Established in 1991 and affiliated with Osmania University, it is known for its strong academic foundation in commerce and management. The college offers diverse B.Com, BBA, and BA programs, serving over 1000 students with dedicated faculty.

Ranking
189th by India Today (Commerce)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
9
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 11,667/year
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JES Mother Teresa College of Nursing-image

JES Mother Teresa College of Nursing

4
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Bangalore, Karnataka
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JES Mother Teresa College of Nursing, established in 2004 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a premier institution affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). It is recognized for its strong academic foundation in nursing education, offering comprehensive programs including B.Sc. Nursing, P.C. B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing, and GNM.

Ranking
189th by IIRF (Nursing)
Accreditations
GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA
+3
Courses
3
Exams
KCET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 10,000/year
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Madha Engineering College

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Ranking
188th by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
17
Exams
GATE
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 55,000/year
Teerthanker Mahaveer University, College of Engineering-image

Teerthanker Mahaveer University, College of Engineering

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
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Ranking
188th by India Today (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
20
Exams
JEE Main
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 99,500/year
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University of Kashmir

4.1
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Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
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University of Kashmir is a distinguished university established in 1948 in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The University of Kashmir offers a total of 28 courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. This top-ranked premium institute (University of Kashmir) has been ranked 45th by NIRF 2024 under the Universities category, further securing a 581-600 rank by QS Asia 2024. KU is renowned; the institute operates through more than Arts, Arts & Fine Arts, Commerce, Computer Applications, Education, Engineering, Health & Wellness, Law, Library Science, Management, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Education, Research, Science, Social Work specialized departments with over 568 faculty members. Students can pursue various programs at the University of Kashmir, including B.A., B.Tech, MBA, and PhD, among others, across its departments. The University of Kashmir is committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college).

Ranking
34th by NIRF (Overall)
Accreditations
AIU
+1
Courses
107
Exams
JEE Main
+5
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 9,998/year
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P K R Arts College for Women

4.1
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Gobichettipalayam, Tamil Nadu
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P.K.R. Arts College for Women, Erode, established in 1994, is a premier institution affiliated with Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. This 18-acre campus, exclusively for women, offers 29 UG and PG programs across 17 departments, fostering academic excellence and holistic development.

Ranking
187th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
31
Exams
TANCET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 20,000/year
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Sangam University, School of Management Studies

Bhilwara, Rajasthan
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Ranking
83rd by IIRF (MBA)
Courses
15
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 56,500/year
Geetanjli College of Nursing-image

Geetanjli College of Nursing

Udaipur, Rajasthan
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Ranking
186th by IIRF (Nursing)
Courses
8
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,00,000/year
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MITS Institute of Professional Studies

Rayagada, Odisha
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MITS Institute of Professional Studies, Rayagada, is a premier institution established in 1999. Affiliated with Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, it offers diverse professional programs including Engineering, Management, and Computer Applications, fostering a strong academic foundation.

Ranking
186th by India Today (Computer Applications)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
11
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 44,000/year
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lumding college Guwahati

3.9
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Guwahati, Assam
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Lumding College, established in 1959 in Hojai, Assam, is a premier institution affiliated with Gauhati University. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. With 17 departments and a dedicated faculty, the college fosters academic excellence and a vibrant campus environment.

Ranking
186th by India Today (Arts)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
31
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 4,045/year
Nazareth College of Arts & Science-image

Nazareth College of Arts & Science

3.9
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Avadi, Tamil Nadu
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Nazareth College of Arts and Science, Chennai, established in 2000, is a premier autonomous institution affiliated with the University of Madras. This NAAC ''A'' Grade women''s college excels in Arts, Science, and Commerce programs, fostering academic excellence and holistic development for over 1500 students.

Ranking
185th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
NAAC
+1
Courses
13
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 12,000/year
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SAFI Institute of Advanced Study Vazhayoor

4.3
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Malappuram, Kerala
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SAFI Institute of Advanced Study, located in Malappuram, Kerala, is a premier college established in 2005 and affiliated with the University of Calicut. Spread across a sprawling 130-acre campus, SIAS offers diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Science, Arts, and Commerce, fostering a vibrant academic environment for over 1800 students.

Ranking
184th by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
24
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 53,760/year
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences-image

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

3.4
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Bangalore, Karnataka
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Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences is a distinguished State Public University established in 1996 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Spread across a 302-acre campus, the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences offers 124 courses across diverse health science disciplines, a non-private college member. RGUHS, a premier institute, has 2540 students enrolled in various programs like MBBS, BDS, MD/MS, B.Pharm, and PhD across its 8 specialized departments. This top-ranked premium institute (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences) has been ranked 77th by NIRF 2024 under the University category, securing 28th in Dental and Medical. Further, this Bengaluru-based university holds a CWUR World ranking of 1839 for 2025. RGUHS is committed to academic excellence (often referred to as a premier college), with an international tie-up, for example, with Maastricht University.

Ranking
1839th by Center for World University Rankings (Overall)
Accreditations
AIU
+1
Courses
92
Exams
NEET
+3
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 10,71,000/year
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Sri Vasavi College

4
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Erode, Tamil Nadu
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Sri Vasavi College is a premier institution located in Erode, Tamil Nadu, established in 1967. Affiliated with Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, it offers 38 diverse courses across 26 departments. Spread over a sprawling 65-acre campus, the college provides a robust academic environment for its students.

Ranking
183rd by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
38
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 2,292/year
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RVS College of Education Dindigul

Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
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R.V.S. College of Education is a premier institution located in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, established in 2005. Affiliated with Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University, Chennai, it is recognized for its dedicated focus on teacher training, offering esteemed B.Ed and M.Ed programs, contributing significantly to educational excellence.

Ranking
183rd by Anna University (B.Tech)
Accreditations
AFFILIATION
+3
Courses
11
Exams
TNEA
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 46,500/year
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Seshadripuram Degree College

4.4
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Mysore, Karnataka
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Seshadripuram Degree College is a premier institution located in Mysuru, Karnataka. Established in 2011, it is affiliated with the University of Mysore. The college offers diverse undergraduate programs in Commerce, Management, Science, and Arts, fostering a vibrant academic environment focused on holistic development.

Ranking
183rd by India Today (Computer Applications)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
4
Session
2026
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Banaswadi College of Nursing

3.6
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Bangalore, Karnataka
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Banasawadi College of Nursing, Bengaluru, established in 2004, is a premier institution affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Renowned for its comprehensive nursing programs including GNM, B.Sc., PB B.Sc., and M.Sc. Nursing, it focuses on quality education and professional development in healthcare.

Ranking
183rd by IIRF (Nursing)
Accreditations
INC
+2
Courses
5
Exams
KCET
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 80,000/year
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Sonopant Dandekar Shikshan Mandali

Palghar, Maharashtra
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Ranking
182nd by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
BCI
+1
Courses
64
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 12,822/year
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Lakhimpur Girls' College

4.2
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Lakhimpur, Assam
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Lakhimpur Girls'' College, a premier girls'' institution in Lakhimpur, Assam, established in 1972 and affiliated with Dibrugarh University, offers a diverse academic environment across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. It is recognized for fostering comprehensive women''s education.

Ranking
182nd by India Today (Arts)
Accreditations
NAAC
Courses
13
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 6,667/year
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PB Siddhartha College Arts and Science

4.3
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Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
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Parvathaneni Brahmayya Siddhartha College of Arts & Science, Vijayawada, established 1975, is an autonomous college affiliated with Krishna University. Ranked 91st by NIRF 2023, it offers 44 diverse UG and PG programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management on its 14-acre campus.

Ranking
182nd by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
39
Exams
APICET
+1
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 25,000/year
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GLS Institute of Business Administration

Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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Ranking
181st by India Today (BBA/BMS)
Courses
3
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 26,500/year
Dr. R. V. Arts and Science College-image

Dr. R. V. Arts and Science College

4.3
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Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
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Dr. R. V. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, established in 2018, is a premier co-educational institution affiliated with Bharathiar University. Located in Sulur, it offers diverse UG and PG programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management, fostering academic excellence and a vibrant learning environment.

Ranking
181st by India Today (Science)
Accreditations
NAAC
+1
Courses
10
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 30,000/year
B.P.H.E. Society's Institute of Management Studies Career Development & Research-image

B.P.H.E. Society's Institute of Management Studies Career Development & Research

Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
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B.P.H.E. Society's Institute of Management Studies Career Development and Research (IMS-CDRD) Ahmednagar, established in 1986, is a premier institution affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. Known for its strong MBA and MCA programs, IMS-CDRD focuses on holistic career development and industry readiness.

Ranking
181st by Outlook (MBA)
Accreditations
AICTE
+1
Courses
5
Exams
MAHCET
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 98,000/year
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St. Claret College

4.2
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Bangalore, Karnataka
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St. Claret College is a distinguished educational institution established in 2005 in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka. The St. Claret College offers a total of 8 courses across various disciplines, operating as a non-private college member. SCC is renowned; the institute has been ranked 151-200 by NIRF (2023) for Management. Further, St. Claret College saw its BBA program listed among the Top 100 by India Today (2023) and recognized as a College of Excellence by CSR_GHRDC (2023). The BBA also secured 4th in India by The Times BBA Survey (2022), reflecting the college's strong performance. This top-ranked premium institute (St. Claret College) operates through more than 4 specialized departments, offering UG and PG programs in Arts, Science, Management, Commerce, Computer Applications, and Social Work. St. Claret College is committed to academic excellence and is recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college), affiliated with Bangalore University.

Ranking
181st by India Today (Commerce)
Accreditations
AICTE
Courses
34
Exams
CAT
+3
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 73,000/year
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Sharda University, School of Dental Sciences

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
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Ranking
27th by India Today (Dental)
Courses
9
Exams
NEET
+2
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 10,33,280/year
Chitkara University, Chitkara Business School-image

Chitkara University, Chitkara Business School

Patiala, Punjab
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Ranking
75th by NIRF (MBA)
Courses
32
Exams
CAT
+4
Session
2026

Fees

₹ 1,50,000/year