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Universities in India

Explore top-rated universities and colleges in India. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Indian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.

India is home to 1,262 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 335 cities. Of these, 656 are public and 391 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar. The oldest dates back to 1780. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.

1,262

Universities

335

Cities

656

Public

391

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities are there in India?

Our directory lists 1262 universities and colleges in India across 335 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.

Are there public and private universities in India?

Yes. India has 656 public and 391 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.

How do I choose the right university in India?

Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.

What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?

An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.

Top Universities in India

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1,262 universities found

Institute of Life Sciences

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Type: Research Institute

Control Type: Public

University of Engineering & Management

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Type: University

Raisoni Group of Institutions

Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Type: University

Control Type: Private

Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Type: Institute of Technology

JSS Medical College and Hospital

Mysuru, Karnataka, India

Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Hospital

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India

Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Type: University

Government Medical College, Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab, India

Control Type: Public

Dayanand Medical College & Hospital

Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Control Type: Public

MIT World Peace University

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Type: University

Hindu College of Pharmacy

Sonipat, Haryana, India

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

Control Type: Public

Bennett University

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Type: University

Indira Gandhi National Open University

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Type: University

Control Type: Public

Sri Siddhartha Medical College

Tumakuru, Karnataka, India

Maharaja Engineering College

Avinashi, Tamil Nadu, India

Grant Medical College and Sir Jamshedjee Jeejeebhoy Group of Hospitals

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

M.S. Ramaiah Medical College

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute

Puducherry, Puducherry, India

Control Type: Private

Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Type: University

Control Type: Private

Sriram Chandra Bhanja Medical College Hospital

Cuttack, Odisha, India

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