List of Colleges in India

Situated in the capital city of Odisha, Maharishi College of Natural Law was founded in the year 1984. Initially, the college was imparting intermediate education to only boys in the fields of Arts, Science, and Commerce. Later on, the college was shifted to Shaheed Nagar in Bhubaneswar and started functioning in its own multistoried building. From the academic session of 1988-89, co-education was introduced. Maharishi College of Natural Law is affiliated with Utkal University and recognised by the Government of Odisha. Also, the college is accredited by NAAC. The college offers two-year and three-years courses in Science, Commerce, and Arts areas.

Vision: The vision of Maharishi College of Natural Law is to instil human values, ethics, and morality into the students and enable them to act as responsible citizens. This will make them face the competition of life and challenges of globalisation.

Mission: The main motive of the college is to promote competition, develop aptitude and interest in co-curricular subjects, update knowledge through teaching-learning method, and inculcate right values in the students for a healthy living.

Bennett University was founded by The Times Group in 2016 with the goal of offering top-notch instruction and becoming one of the finest private institutes in India for multi disciplinary education. This University has UGC approval as well as approval from BCI.

It has 6 schools; School of CS Engineering And Technology, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Liberal Arts School, School of Management, Media School of Times Group and at last a Law School. It has courses like B.Tech in CSE, EC, ECE, ME, Biotechnology, Engineering Physics, Integrated-5 yrs course of B.Tech + M.Tech in Biotechnology, B.Sc (H) in Physics, Computing, BCA, BBA, BAJMC (in Hindi and English Language), BA degree in Film, TV, Liberal Arts, BA LLB (H), BBA LLB (H), and LLB (H) at UG level. The prominent courses at PG level are MBA, MBA in BFSI/ LSCM, MCA, M.Tech in CSE, PG Diploma in Digital Journalism, Advertising & Marketing, CSE, and Computer Application. BU Fellowship Program in Liberal Arts and other certificate courses are also present at the campus. Due to this, it has quickly become a sought-after location for top organisations and major corporations, who select candidates with strong academic backgrounds.

Times Engineering ranked No. 1 for Best Emerging institute in 2022. Times engineering also ranked it as the second-emerging engineering institute for placements and research capacity in 2022. In order to implement the best practices in education across the globe, the IRCO Office works closely with a number of foreign institutions and organisations. Its academic offerings are based on a solid foundation of research.

Jain University is one of the largest private universities of India. Currently, the chancellor of the university is Dr. Chenraj Roychand. The university came into existence in 2009, as previously it was known as Shri Bhagwan Mahavir Jain College. The university offers various UG/ PG/ diploma/ doctorate/ M.Phil. Courses. The university is huge as it is spread in over 300 acres of land. The university has ample space for students to give their wings some air and do any form of activities that they love. From world-class sporting facilities to best food joints, the students who come from different parts will never miss their home has been the idea behind building such an enormous infrastructure. The university is little far from the main Bengaluru city and the Airport, is over 40 kms while the Bangalore Railway station is 11 kms from the university. Jain University Bangalore, today have carved a niche for itself as it provides close to 100% placements. The university's best programs are B.Tech, and MBA programs. The university has won has won n number of awards for its research and educational endeavours in last 13 years since the university came into existence.  The University has collaborated with various national and international research centers and institutes.

Banaras Hindu University came into existence in 1916 with the aim of providing students with an innovative and creative academic hub that trains and educates the students to make them future-ready. This university is approved by UGC and it is accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ grade.

The aims and objectives of BHU are to promote study and knowledge related in various discipline including Sanskrit and Hindu Shastras. It focuses on combining professional, technical, and scientific knowledge so that the students can grow in their particular field. BHU also aims in building a positive personality of the students and makes them understand the importance of ethics and values, and contributes in the development of nation and society.

The university offers UG, PG, Ph.D, PG Diploma, and Certification programs to the students that are run under various faculties and institutes like:

• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Visual Arts
• Faculty of Sanskrit Vidya Dharma Vijnan
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Performing Arts
• Faculty of Social Science
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Commerce
• Institute of Science
• Institute of Agricultural Sciences
• Institute of Medical Sciences
• Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development
• Institute of Management Studies

Bangalore University (BU) was initially a branch of the University of Mysore and came into existence in the year 1964 and eventually became a separate university. Currently four university colleges and over 650 colleges are operating under its preview. BU is providing top notch education in the field of Commerce, Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Science and Technology. It is approved by UGC with the State University status and is accredited by NAAC with “A++” grade.

 Vision: The University works with a vision to achieve excellence in academics for an energetic and comprehensive society by disseminating knowledge.

Mission: Its mission is to disburse quality education which is capable of meeting the global challenges by providing access to higher education to all the sections of the society. It also aims to inculcate theoretical knowledge with practical skills, leadership qualities, and high moral values to contribute to the nation to produce socially responsible citizens.

Bangalore University is providing degrees to various courses ranging from diploma to doctorate level through different colleges and universities operating and affiliated with it. Currently the university is offering 50 postgraduate courses and various Diploma, certificate, and UG courses. These courses are offered under the six faculties: Engineering, Law, Commerce and Management, Arts, Science, and Education.

REVA University is a leading private university in Bangalore that is ranked in the 50 best universities in India. The University has adopted a flawless infrastructure, innovative teaching, and an industry-resilient curriculum. All this helps explore the job possibilities for the students and thereby set some new benchmarks. The university has paved the way on how universities should approach education and placements. As, both are vital in modern day education. The REVA group of colleges that started with just 150 students in 2002 was finally granted university status in 2013. Today, the university empowers over 15k students at its campus. The university offers around 40 UG Programs, 30 PG programs, 18 PhD programs, and around 10 diploma and certificate courses. Dr. P. Shyama Raju is university’s chancellor. The university is spread in 45 acres of land and boasts various modern facilities. The university’s vision and mission are listed below:

Vision: Ever since, it has been transformed into a university, it has longed to be a university that is known for its innovative. For this the university has roped in the best faculties that teaches students leadership qualities, moralistic and ethical values. Many innovative skills and research culture has been adopted by the university by setting global standards for higher education.

Mission:

    To generate the best infrastructure facilities and incubation centres and world-class laboratories,

    To construct a learning environment that is student-centric,

    To encourage entrepreneurship and research the university has made some collaboration and extended its curriculum with various activities,

    To share as much knowledge for development and innovation and promote institute partnerships with industries

There are as many as 7 faculties at the university and they are Faculty of Architecture, Faculty of Commerce & Management Studies, Faculty of Engineering & Technology, Faculty of Science & Technology, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Science, and Faculty of Performing Arts & Indic Studies. The courses offered by these seven faculties are B. Arch, LLB, BBA, BCA, B.A., B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, and others.

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Kalyani was established in 2015. The institute is autonomous and is approved under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), by the Union Cabinet. The institute is spread over 179.82-acre land on National Highway. All India Institute of Medical Sciences Kalyani offers courses in the field of Medical and Paramedical.

Vision & Mission: To create excellence in research, training, medical education and healthcare, focusing on scientific culture, compassion for patients and serving those in need.

Vivekananda College of Law was established in 1983, it is a private institute affiliated to KSLU (Karnataka State Law University), Hubballi and is recognised by the BCI (Bar Council of India). The college is ranked 17th under the Top Law School of Excellence and under the Top Law School in the State of Karnataka, it is ranked 8th. Vivekananda Law college offers LL.B. UG courses of three-years and five-years duration.

Vision: The college’s vision is to achieve excellence through their education.

Mission: To build an environment for strong human values and promote skilled legal professionals who withstand different areas of the legal field.

A.K.G Memorial Co-Operative College of Nursing Kannur was established in 2007 by A.K.G Memorial Co-operative Hospital. The college is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognised by Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC), Indian Nursing Council (INC). The College offers UG courses in Nursing and General Nursing.

Vision: The college’s vision is to create a top-notch nursing institute that offers high-quality education to prepare nursing professionals for multiple roles.

Mission: To support low and middle class individuals to meet the rising need for nursing professionals globally. The college offers a nursing program to help students become contributors in the healthcare system.

Little Flower College of Nursing Angamaly Ernakulam was established in 2000 after the Little Flower Hospital. The college is connected to Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre. The institute is affiliated to MGU, Kottayam, approved by INC and KSNC, and is NABH accredited. The college offers B.Sc. Nursing and Post - Basic B.Sc. Nursing course in the field of healthcare education.

Vision: The college’s vision is to build nursing and health care professionals who can bring a change in the health community worldwide.

Mission: To boost the standard of nursing education, practice, and research by providing health individuals to the community.

NIMS College of Nursing Neyyattinkara is a private institute founded in 2009. It is affiliated to INC, Kerala University Of Health Science, and is approved by the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council. The college is NABH and NAAC ‘A’ accredited having a total of 40 departments that includes 20 specialities. NIMS College of Nursing Trivandrum offers nursing courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level

Vision: NIMS aims to be a role model institute that succeeds because of its commitment.

Mission: The college’s mission is to achieve a nursing profession and deliver high quality healthcare.

Devaki Amma Memorial College of Pharmacy was established in 2003 under the aegis of Devaki Amma Memorial Trust. It is affiliated to Kerala University of Health Science (KUHS), Thrissur. DAMCOP Malappuram is approved by AICTE & recognised by UGC and PCI.

Vision: The vision of the College is to become a prime pharmaceutical educational institute for training & research in order to serve the healthcare needs of the community.

Mission: The mission of the College is to provide top notch research & infrastructural amenities and to impart profound knowledge to the students. It aims to achieve this by offering innovative teaching-learning methods along with ethical & human values to the students.

Bishop Cotton Women's Christian Law College (BCWCLC) started operations in 2002. It is under the management of the Board of Management of the Karnataka Central Diocese of the Church of South India. The college is affiliated with Karnataka state law university (KSLU), Hubballi. It is recognised by the BCI and the Government of Karnataka.

Vision: The vision of the college is to teach students to bring change into the society by sustaining justice & welfare of children, women, needy students, and the overall community. The motive is to be committed to being morally right. 

Mission: The mission is to offer knowledge and values that will make students good citizens. The aim is also to empower women and address the social challenges to bring a positive change. 

D.E.S's Shri. Navalmal Firodia Law College (DES SNFLC) started its operations in 2004 under the aegis of Deccan Education Society (DES). It is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Pune. The college is accredited by NAAC & recognised by UGC and BCI.

Christ Academy Institute of Law started operations in 2017. CAIL Bangalore is affiliated with Karnataka State Law University (KSLU), Hubballi. The Institute is recognised by BCI.

Vision: The vision is to offer legal education of universal and professional standards to deal with social issues. The motive is also to nurture a justice system that aids the needs of the citizens of India.

Mission: The mission is to become the centre of universal excellence in legal education, policy analysis and research by generating innovative ideas and serving the common people of the nation.

Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College, commonly known as DDGDVC was established in the year 1964 by the Rajasthanis and Gujaratis settled in Chennai. This college is a linguistic minority college affiliated with the University of Madras. The college is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), and accredited by NAAC and offers admission to multiple UG, PG, and Ph.D programs in the field of Arts, Management, Science, and Commerce. These programs are available in two different shifts i.e., Shift I and Shift II. In shift I, the college offers aided programs during the day, and in shift II, the college functions in the evening time and offers self-financing courses.

Vision: The vision of the college is to impart value based education to its students and to expose them to rich Indian culture and traditions. The college wants its students to broaden their perspective towards nation building, and harmony.

Mission: The college’s aim is to provide quality education so that students can acquire the right skills, develop their personality, and evoke empathy which will help them to become humane and responsible citizens.

Amity University Noida or Amity University Uttar Pradesh is a world-famous university. It is an Indian private university founded by Ashok Chauhan. The Amity Noida came into existence in the year 2005. It was India's first private university to carry out merit-based scholarships and reservations for students. The University's infrastructure is rated as the best among the top colleges or universities in India. It provides air-conditioned amphitheatre-style classrooms with the most helpful environment for energetic and concentrated conversations. At the same time, Amity Noida campus libraries are equipped with nearly a million books, publications, national and global journals, and CD-ROMS covering all characteristics of academic and non-academic books along with research material. The high-tech labs serve as excellent training grounds for rising professionals, enabling students to examine and put what they have understood in theory into technique. The infrastructure has its significance as the 1000 acres of campus brag some of the most advanced buildings. Amity University offers over 200 courses, including UG, PG, Diploma, and Doctorate courses. The university has 10 institutions under its belt and the Amity university overall has 11 campuses in India and 13 campuses abroad in cities like Singapore, Dubai, New York, and London among others.

With global recognition and academic empowerment, Sharda University started its journey in the field of innovation, research, and education in the year 2009. This institute is a division of the Sharda Group of Institutions (SGI). This university is accredited by NAAC A+ and NBA, apart from this it is approved by UGC, ACU, DCI (Dental Council of India), INC, PCI (Pharmacy Council of India), MCI, NCTE, and COA (Council of Architecture).

This private university offers multiple Graduations, PG, Diploma, Certified, and Doctoral degrees in multiple courses like Business Studies, Pharmacy, Architecture, Dental Science, etc. Sharda has 14 schools of academics under one campus, named as:

• School of Agricultural Sciences
• School of Pharmacy
• School of Education
• School of Nursing Science & Research
• School of Dental Sciences
• School of Basic Sciences & Research
• School of Medical Sciences & Research
• School of Engineering & Technology
• School of Media, Film, and Entertainment
• School of Design, Architecture & Planning
• School of Allied Health Sciences
• School of Business Studies
• School of Humanities & Social Sciences
• School of Law

Galgotias University Noida is a private university with its location in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The university was founded in 2011 and recognized by the UGC. The university is also affiliated with NBA, PCI, BCI, INC, COA, AICTE, and NAAC with A+ grade. It has more than 10 departments in which many UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs are being studied. So far, 13,000 students have studied at this university since its foundation in 2011. More than 800 faculty members are part of this university. The university offers many programmes like data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The university also offers admission in integrated BCA+MCA, and the duration is 5 years. It also has a school of architecture & design where it educates students and focuses very much on academic and practical designs. It has a polytechnic attached to it, which makes technical experts. For students who wish to pursue any technical program right after their 10th class, Galgotias is the place for them. The university offers a 3-year diploma in civil, computer science, electrical, and chemical engineering programs.

The university has a great teaching faculty and a nice infrastructure on campus. It provides students with a world-class experience. It has also been awarded in academics at the ICT award. The university also has a school of business with a location in Noida only. The university has international collaboration where they exchange students for a short term. It assists students in getting visas if they belong to some other nationality.

The university has also been awarded as No. 1 Private University which produced the highest number of E content in 2021. India Today ranked it number 1 university in the state of Uttar Pradesh in a survey in May 2021.

Vadodara is one of the best cities in Gujarat for education, and one of the universities in Vadodara for education is Parul University. The Parul University Vadodara was incepted in the year 2009 and was erstwhile known as the Parul Group of Institutes. In 2015, Parul University Vadodara came into existence as it was awarded autonomous status and became a self-financed university. The University is located in Waghodia, which is around 8-10 miles from central Vadodara City. The university President is an educational promoter, Dr. Devansh Patel. Dr. M. N. Patel is currently serving as the Vice Chancellor of the university. The University gives admission in specialised courses such as architecture, agriculture, engineering, pharmacy, arts, aviation, and hotel management, among others.

Parul University admissions are direct as well as through scores of NATA/ JEE MAINS/ CAT/ GPAT/ MAT/ NEET etc. There are several other interesting courses which are worth investing in. The University boasts the best infrastructure in Gujarat, as residential facilities are available for around 10,000 people, including students and staff members. The closest bus stand and the railway station are Vadodara Makarpura Bus Depot and Vadodara Railway Station, respectively. Parul University is the only University in Gujarat with NRI students from over 60+ countries; thus far, 2000 international students have already passed out from the University. Parul University students have excelled with their start-ups as some students like Hetavi Shah is a proud founder of Vatsalya Bakers, and Rahul Jadia is the founder of Quick Bizz Enterprise. These are just a few, as there are plenty, and some of the students are also sitting at the top positions of large corporate like HDFC Bank, TCS, and others.

In 1969, the foundation of Christ University was laid down in Bangalore with the vision of nurturing individuals with quality education and assisting them in their holistic development so that they can make effective contributions to society. The University got its approval from UGC and AICTE. It is also accredited with NAAC, NBA, and NIRF.

The core values of the University lie in Social Responsibility, Moral Uprightness, and Pursuit of Excellence. It is a multi-disciplinary centre of excellence that concentrates on providing academic and research programs in the fields of Commerce, Humanities, Social Sciences, Management, Law, Science, Education, Engineering, and Architecture.   

Christ Central Campus provides academic education for National and International students under the below-stated Schools:

• School of Social Sciences
• School of Sciences
• School of Law
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Education
• School of Commerce, Finance and Accountancy
• School of Business and Management
• School of Arts and Humanities
• School of Architecture

Located in Kolkata, Sarsuna Law College was established in the year 2004 as a Private Law College. The college is affiliated with Bankura University and approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI). The college offers a LL.B and an LL.M program at the UG and PG levels.

Objectives: Sarsuna Law College aims to impart quality education in the legal field to its students. Along with this, the college also aspires to impart skills of advocacy into the students and encourages them to take part in social welfare and research activities. This would instil a sense of responsibility in them, and be able to create legal awareness among the people. The college commits to develop students into responsible citizens so that they can contribute to the development of society.

Formerly known as University of Jodhpur, Jai Narain Vyas University is providing education in the field of Management, Science, Arts, and Law. The university was established in 1962. It is approved by UGC with the State University status and is accredited by NAAC with “B” grade. JNVU Jodhpur is now working as a divisional university for western part of Rajasthan. Currently, more than 330 colleges / institutes are affiliated to the university.

Vision: The University is working with a vision of being acknowledged globally as a center of excellence in education, research and innovation, and to help students to develop a stable and subtle view on global issues.

Mission: Its mission is to create excellent human resources who contribute to the society and nation by assimilating innovation pedagogy in the academic curriculum. It aims to collaborate with prestigious institutions, universities, and businesses at global level.

JNVU Jodhpur is providing qualifications for different courses at UG, PG, Certificate, Diploma and Doctorate level. BA, B.Sc, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, B.Com (Hons), B.A.LL.B, LL.M, MA, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Com, Ph.D, D.Sc, D.Lit, etc courses in different disciplines are offered by the university under the following faculties and constituent colleges:

• Faculty of Commerce and Management
• Faculty of Arts
• K.N. College for Women
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Law
• Institute of Evening Studies

Uttaranchal University or UU came into force in the year 2013. Dr. Devendra Pathak is the Vice Chancellor of the university. The university is built in over 70-acre of land and has 12 schools under its belt. Law College of the University though remains the hall mark as that has been the best of them in terms of ranking. The university enjoys geographical location advantage as Dehradun also known as the quaint town attract thousands of students every year and Uttaranchal University Dehradun is approved by most the recognised statutory bodies including AICTE, and UGC among others.  The university offers vivid range of undergraduate, post graduate, and doctorate programmes in the field of engineering, science, Professional Education, law & legal studies, Medical, Management & Commerce. In all there are 12 colleges under the university and all the programs offered by the university colleges are developed by taking advises from experts, and taking into consideration the innovative trends that are followed by the industries. The University has laid its mission plans and they are as follows:

To provide students an environment where they can express and bring out their best in whichever discipline they choose.

The university has established a challenging, dynamic, and environment for better learning process with high quality teaching that emphasizes on R&D.

Last but not the least, to serve the human community and country at large in culturally, professionally, technically, and academically.

Garden City University was formed in the year 2017 under the Karnataka State Act, 2013 to develop and graduate human resources with excellent academic and technical knowledge and capable enough to solve future issues and problems. GCU is approved by AICTE and UGC and accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ grade.

The university provides multiple UG, PG, and PhD programs that run under multiple schools like:

• School of Commerce and Management
• School of Media Studies
• School of Sciences
• School of Computational Science and IT
• School of Health Science
• School of Social Science
• School of Personal Studies
• School of Indian and Foreign Languages
• School of Engineering
• School of Professional Studies

Chandigarh University was incepted in the year 2012 and Chandigarh University located on NH05 that connects Chandigarh and Ludhiana. The current chancellor of the university is Satnam Singh Sandhu and the vice chancellor is Prof. Anand Agarwal. The academics of CUCHD remains at the pinnacle as it offers various UG, PG, and Doctorate Programs in disciplines such as tourism, architecture, liberal arts, engineering, and management to name a few.

The university is spread in over 100 acres of land and has strength of 20k students. The number of faculty that teaches here is around 1500, so one cannot argue with the faculty to student ratio as it is comparatively high. The nearest railway station to the university is Shaibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali) railway station which is 25kms from the university campus. The university has arranged buses to drop students from Panchkula to Kharar. So, even though the university is on highway one doesn’t have to worry about commuting. The university has one of the best infrastructures as the campus is now fully built and one can find all the facilities at the campus. From hostels to cafes, everything has been taken care of by the University for its students.

Apeejay Stya Education Foundation established Apeejay Stya University in the year 2010 to transform the community and society by providing students with a value-based, research-based, and technical-based academic pedagogy. This institute is approved by UGC and is recognised by BCI, PCI, NCTE, and IAU.

The institute runs several schools under its name such as:

• School of Management Sciences
• School of Design & Visual Arts
• School of Legal Studies
• School of Engineering & Technology
• School of Education
• School of Biosciences
• School of Journalism & Mass Communication
• School of Behavioral Sciences
• School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Geetanjali University was founded in 2011 to provide students with a strong and effective academic and training approach. This institute is approved by UGC and recognised by NMC, DCI, INC, and PCI.

The vision and mission of this university are to promote a culture of research and innovation among young minds and provide excellence so that the students can contribute to the development of the nation and society.

This institute runs multiple colleges under its supervision, namely:

• Geetanjali College and School of Nursing
• Geetanjali Dental and Research Institute
• Geetanjali Medical College and Hospital
• Geetanjali College of Physiotherapy
• Geetanjali Institute of Pharmacy
• Geetanjali Hospital

This private university offers Diploma, Graduation, Post Graduation, Doctorate, and Super Specialty programs to the students.

Divine Grace Nursing Institute was established in 2004 under the Divine Grace Educational Trust. It is a private institute and is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science (RGUHS) and managed by DGIHS management. It is approved by INC (Indian Nursing Council), KNC (Karnataka State Nursing Council), and Karnataka Government. DGNI offers multiple courses in General Nursing and Post Nursing. The institute is approved by the Karnataka Government.

Vision: The institute’s vision is to enroll the young generation to study Ayurveda and become experts in making cost effective treatment.

Mission: To bring new techniques of practicing Ayurveda and be the best natural way to heal a human body from root.

VIT Law School - VITSOL was established in 2014 and is one of the best colleges in Chennai. The college is affiliated to VIT University, Chennai and is approved by BCI. VIT Law School offers undergraduate programs and branches in the Law program, with 1000 students across the courses.

Vision: The institute’s vision is to prepare legal professionals with a justice mind, ethically strong, and socially responsible.

Mission: To set global standards in law education and to train skilled lawyers who can succeed in different areas in a legal profession.