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
Gujarat University of Transplantation Sciences
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Guru Kashi University
Bathinda, Punjab, India
Guru Ravidas Ayurved University
Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India
Haridev Joshi University of Journalism and Mass Communication
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh
Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, India
ICFAI University, Meghalaya
Tura, Meghalaya, India
ICFAI University, Mizoram
Aizawl, Mizoram, India
ICFAI University, Nagaland
Dimapur, Nagaland, India
ICFAI University, Raipur
Durg, Chhattisgarh, India
ICFAI University, Sikkim
Gangtok, Sikkim, India
IMS Unison University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology Guwahati
Guwahati, Assam, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kalyani
Kalyani, West Bengal, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kottayam
Kottayam, Kerala, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Lucknow
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Manipur
Imphal, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Una
Una, Himachal Pradesh, India
Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
