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 1,378 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 337 cities. Of these, 704 are public and 424 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar (world rank #478). The oldest dates back to 1780. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in India?
Our directory lists 1378 universities and colleges in India across 337 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in India?
Based on world ranking, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar is the highest-ranked institution in India in our directory (world rank #478).
Are there public and private universities in India?
Yes. India has 704 public and 424 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
University of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur, Haryana, India
Goa Institute of Management
Goa, India
Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University)
Udaipur, Tripura, India
Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Institute of Finance and International Management
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Graphic Era University (Deemed to be University)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
New Delhi Institute of Management
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed University for Art and Culture
Thrissur, Kerala, India
Homeopathy University Saipura
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research
Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kota
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
TeamLease Skills University
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
LNCT University
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management
Jorethang, Sikkim, India
Rani Channamma University
Belagavi, Karnataka, India
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Urdu, Arabi-Farsi University
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Gujarat, India
Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical and Technology Science
Gangtok, Sikkim, India