List of Colleges in India

Assam Rajiv Gandhi University of Cooperative Management was established in 2010 and is the first cooperative Management University of the Nation. It has 4 pillars which are Research, Education, Promotion, and Training. It is the first specialised University in the nation with a mandate to manage government organisations, small and medium scale enterprises, cooperatives, and agriculture and allied sectors. ARGUCOM is a State University approved by UGC.

Vision: It aims to act as a catalyst for the rural and socio-economic development of the state through the development of cooperative management and provide career opportunities and life-long learning to students.

Mission: It is committed to advance knowledge and provide a platform for career development of students. Moreover, it is committed to collaborate with national and global companies, universities, and institutes for research.

Telangana University was founded in 2006 with an aim to provide higher education in the district of Nizamabad, so that education is accessible to all. The University is the third largest university in Telangana. It started its academic curriculum from a PG building of Government Giriraj College at Dubba area, and now has its own three campuses at: Dichpally (Main campus), Bhiknoor (South Campus), Sarangapur (Sarangapur Campus). The university is approved by UGC with a “State University” status, and is accredited by NAAC.

Vision: The University works towards empowering rural youth by disseminating skill based higher education with the use of innovative teaching techniques to achieve world-class standards in education.

Mission: It works to achieve its mission of developing a community of learners and providing justice to the socially backward rural youth by imparting job oriented higher education to make their future better.

Telangana University provides degrees at UG, PG, Doctorate, and M.Phil level in different disciplines. The University is among newly established universities in Telangana, to launch Ph.D courses in 13 disciplines. Some of the courses run by the university are: MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MSW, MBA, MCA, B.Ed, M.Ed, LL.B, LL.M, and more. Students can pursue these courses under the following faculty heads:

• Faculty of Social Science
• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Sciences
• Faculty of Commerce
• Faculty of Business Management
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering

The foundation stone of Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University was laid down in 2016. It is approved by UGC to function as a State University in Bangalore, Karnataka.

The vision of KSRDPRU Bangalore is to develop dedicated and committed human resources who can contribute in sustainable rural development. Its mission is to provide quality training and education to its students so that they can assist in reducing poverty and enhancing employment opportunities.

The university has below-mentioned Schools:

• School of Agribusiness Management and Management of Rural Development
• School of Environmental Science, Public Health and Sanitation Management
• School of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj
• School of Skill and Entrepreneurship Development
• School of Social Sciences and Rural Reconstruction

Dr. GY Pathrikar College of Computer Science & Information Technology was founded in the year 2001 and is a constituent unit of Mahatma Gandhi Mission University (MGMU), Aurangabad. The aim of the college is to provide value based education in the discipline of computer and life sciences by developing an intellectual environment for the overall development of the students.

Mission: To develop a community of learning, provide knowledge and graduate professionals by providing them state of art infrastructure and to solve the ethical and social issues of the nation.

Vision: To become a recognised academic institute in the social and economical environment by striving for excellence in education and research for the betterment of the society.

The offered UG and PG courses of the college are following:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
• Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Master of Science (M.Sc)
• Integrated Master of Science (Integrated M.Sc)

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University was established in 1946 and was formerly called College of Engineering. In the year 1972, the College of Engineering became a part of JNTU. In 2008, JNTU was divided into 3 universities which are JNTU Anantapur, JNTU Kakinada, and JNTU Hyderabad. JNTU Anantapur is a State University approved by UGC.

Vision: The University was established with the vision to become a globally recognised technological university which excels in innovative research in the domain of Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Management, and Science and Technology.

Mission: It is committed towards fulfillment of the industrial requirements and the needs of society by imparting quality education to enhance entrepreneurship capabilities and employability skills, and conducting research in trans-disciplinary, interdisciplinary, intra-disciplinary, and multi-disciplinary areas.

The constituent units of JNTUA are:

• JNTUA College of Engineering, Ananthapuramu / Kalkiri / Pulivendula
• JNTUA School of Management Studies
• JNTUA - OTPRI, Ananthapuramu

Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University was established in 1987. Its commitment is towards nation building by creating knowledge, promoting innovation, and inculcating values, and aiming at the holistic development of the students. MDSU is a State University approved by UGC.

The schools of MDSU are as follows:

• School of Law
• School of Commerce and Management
• School of Engineering and Systems Sciences
• School of Arts and Languages
• School of Education
• School of Earth System Sciences
• School of Rajasthan Studies
• School of Media and Journalism
• School of Life Sciences
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Vedic Sciences
• School of Space Sciences
• School of Physical Sciences

DAV Degree College Lucknow was established in 1918, in the form of a middle school and then it was upgraded for higher education in 1948, with the establishment of various departments including science and arts. This college is affiliated with University of Lucknow, and it has been approved by UGC and Bar Council of India (BCI).

Vision: The College strives to provide better quality education in the field of Arts, Science, and Law, and it also puts efforts towards extracurricular activities, so that students acquire better knowledge and education, not only related to professionalism but also related to their personality development.

Mission: To promote development of society by providing equal education opportunities to underprivileged people as well as to the women, so that literacy rate can increase and issues of society can be resolved through the help of such educated and experienced people.

DAV Degree College Lucknow provides UG & PG courses related in the field of arts, which include BA, in the department of Economics, English, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, etc. and MA in ancient Indian history. It also provides UG courses in the field of science and law which include B.Sc and LL.B programs.

University of Agricultural Sciences was established in 2009. It aims to become a world class University and is committed to graduate quality individuals in agriculture and allied areas, and evolve efficient mechanisms and cutting-edge technologies to serve the farming community. UAS is a State University approved by UGC and recognised by ICAR.

The constituent units of UAS are as follows:

• College of Agriculture, Raichur / Kalburagi / Gangavati / Bheemarayanagudi
• College of Agricultural Engineering, Raichur

The establishment year of Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies - KUFOS Kochi is 2010. It is a State University that is approved by UGC. Its B.Tech course is approved by AICTE. It also has recognition from ICAR.

The vision of KUFOS Kochi is to produce technically and professionally capable human resources who can contribute towards the development of industrial sector related to Fisheries and Ocean studies. Its mission is to serve as a leader of higher studies by enhancing and demonstrating excellence in research, teaching, and innovation in the field of Fisheries and Ocean studies.

The departments of the University are:

• Faculty of Fisheries Engineering
• Faculty of Fisheries Management
• Faculty of Fisheries Science
• Faculty of Ocean Science and Technology

Vidyalankar Polytechnic (VPT) was established in 2002. It offers diploma level engineering courses to students such as Diploma in Computer Engineering, Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Diploma in Information Technology. These programs are approved by AICTE and the institute is affiliated to Maharashtra State Boards of Technical Education (MSBTE). Moreover, all these programs are accredited by NBA.

Vision: VPT has a vision to achieve excellence in delivering technical education to students so that they can meet the needs of society.

Mission: VPT aims to develop technical skills, team building spirit, and leadership quality among students by providing them value based education. It also aims to reduce the gap between academics and industries by providing industrial exposure to students.

Raja Mansingh Tomar Music & Arts University was established in 2008 and is committed to strengthen the activities of music and arts. It emphasises on imparting quality education and training and graduating efficient individuals. It is the first university of Madhya Pradesh which has music, fine arts, dance, social sciences, and theater faculties. It is a State University approved by UGC.

The Gauhati University was established in 1948 in Guwahati. It is a State University approved by the UGC and AICTE.

Its vision is to implement ethical standards in the thought process and practical implementation of learning by students and to make them responsible citizens and competent professionals. Its mission is to improve present academic structure and resources to enhance the capabilities of students.

The university has following departments:

• Department of Arts
• Department of Commerce and Management
• Department of Law
• Department of Medicine & Allied Health Science
• Department of Science
• Department of Technology

Indian Academy Degree College (IADC) was established in 1994 in Bangalore. It is a constituent of Institutions of Indian Academy. It is an autonomous college offering UG and PG programs to students in the field of arts, science, commerce, management, etc. These courses are approved by UGC and the college is affiliated to Bengaluru North University and accredited by NAAC.

Vision: IADC has a vision to be a leader in its domain by providing career oriented education in India. It aims to provide academic programs to students which are integrated with social learning along with scientific learning.

Mission: IADC aims to provide career oriented academic programs to students. It also aims to develop students as skilled, value based, and ethical professionals who can meet future challenges.

Indian Institute of Teacher Education or IITE-Gandhinagar is a State-University established in 2010 with the approval of UGC. IITE has been accredited by NAAC and It offers courses in the field of teaching. The university provides affiliation to over 50 colleges.

Vision: The University works towards focusing on the integral development of teachers by imparting teaching education with the transformative knowledge of Indian tradition.

Mission: IITE mission is to provide interdisciplinary integrated courses in teacher education of international standard.

IITE Gandhinagar provides integrated UG and PG degrees. The programs run by the university include: 4 year integrated B.Sc.B.Ed, 3 year integrated B.Ed+M.Ed, 4 year integrated B.A.B.Ed, 3 year integrated innovative M.Sc / M.A.M.Ed, M.Ed (at affiliated colleges), B.Ed (at affiliated colleges), and Ph.D course.

Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology was established in 1999. It was previously known as Agricultural University, Udaipur. It is the second Agricultural University in Rajasthan. It was established with an objective of graduating qualified individuals, impart training in different domains of agriculture, develop national and international linkages, and providing consultancy and technical services for betterment of the society. MPUAT is a State University approved by AICTE and UGC, recognised by ICAR, and accredited by NBA.

The constituent units of MPUAT Udaipur through which different graduation and post graduation programs are provided to the students include:

• College of Agriculture (COA), Dungarpur / Bhilwara
• College of Community and Applied Sciences (CCAS)
• Rajasthan College of Agriculture (RCA)
• College of Technology and Engineering (CTAE)
• College of Dairy and Food Technology (CDFT)
• College of Fisheries (COF)

The foundation stone of Lalit Narayan Mithila University was laid down in 1972 in Darbhanga. It has approval from UGC to function as a State University in Bihar. It also has accreditation from NAAC.

Its vision is to provide transformative education and training that can fulfil the objectives of students and can contribute towards overall development and inculcating professionalism among them. Its mission is to offer advanced education in technical and professional areas that enable students to study in depth and develop ethical values, creativity, and curiosity in their personality.

Kongunadu College of Nursing was established in 2008 in Coimbatore. It offers UG and PG courses to students in the field of Nursing. These courses are approved by India Nursing Council (INC) as well as affiliated with Tamilnadu Dr.MGR Medical University.

Vision: The College works on a vision of providing service to the needy and poor in order to make a happy, healthy, and peaceful world.

 Mission: The College aims to develop capable nursing leaders. It also aims to enhance research opportunities in the discipline of nursing.

Palamuru University was established in 2008. The University aims to impart quality education and is committed to achieve academic excellence, promote knowledge along with moral values and ethical practices, empower individuals, and strive for excellence. Palamuru University is a State University approved by UGC and recognised by PCI and NCTE.

The constituent units of the University through which different programs are provided to the students are mentioned below:

• University College of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• University Post Graduate College
• University College of Education

In 2020, the foundation stone of Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University was laid down in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. It is a State University approved by UGC.

Its vision is to implement best teaching methodologies and to provide professional education in the field of Architecture, Art, and Design. It also aims to develop a transformational academic experience for its students by focusing on disseminating knowledge and enhancing their professional skills. Its mission is to become a centre of higher education that is committed towards developing advanced technologies and exploring new opportunities in the respective field by using and conserving natural resources for sustainable development.

The departments of the university are:

• College of Fine Arts
• School of Planning and Architecture

Established in the year 2005, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University provides quality education to produce trained veterinary professionals. The University is approved by UGC as a “State University”. GADVASU Ludhiana and its four constituent colleges out of 6 are accredited by ICAR.

The University was set up to serve the livestock and fisheries sectors by disseminating international-standard and quality education, research, and extension. It aims at providing opportunities to students for continuing education in Veterinary Sciences.

GADVASU Ludhiana is providing degrees in several courses through the following colleges functioning under it:

• College of Veterinary Science
• College of Animal Biotechnology
• College of Fisheries
• College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul
• College of Dairy Science and Technology
• Veterinary Polytechnic College, Kaljharani

The different courses run by these colleges include, B.V.Sc & A.H, B.Tech (Dairy Technology), B.Tech (Biotechnology), M.V.Sc, M.F.Sc, M.Tech, M.Sc (Agricultural Economics), Ph.D, and more.

Pandit Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts was established in 2014 by integrating Government Technical Institutions which included State Institute of Film and Television (SIFT), State Institute of Design (SID), State Institute of Urban Planning and Architecture (SIUPA), and State Institute of Fine Arts (SIFA). It is also known as Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts. The University facilitates education and research in the domain of fine arts, design, urban planning and architecture, and film and television. PLC SUPVA is a State University which is approved by UGC.

Vision and Mission: The University facilitates innovation and aims at interdisciplinary learning which is nurtured by practical experiences. It is committed towards creating a centre of global excellence by shaping the personality of the individuals through creativity and innovation.

Faculties of PLC SUPVA include:

• Faculty of Film and TV
• Faculty of Design
• Faculty of Visual Arts
• Faculty of Planning and Architecture

Since its inception in 2001, Uttar Banga Krishi Vishwavidyalaya has been providing academic programs and implementing strategies for the advancement of agricultural education and research. It is a UGC-approved State University. It is also recognised by ICAR.

The mission statement of the university states that it is dedicated towards adopting new methodologies in research and teaching along with extension of facilities associated with agriculture and allied sciences. It aims to use these strategies to develop talented human resources and newer & advanced technologies to serve the farmers of the nation.

The departments of the university are:

• Faculty of Agriculture
• Faculty of Horticulture
• Faculty of Technology

The West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences (WBUAFS) Kolkata is the second university in India providing education and conducting research in veterinary and animal sciences, fishery sciences and dairy sciences. The university was set-up in the year 1995 and has gained “State University” status with the approval of UGC.

The university is working to fulfill its objective of providing quality education in the livestock and fisheries sectors to increase productivity and to accelerate innovative technologies to cater to the needs of the farming community in West Bengal.

WBUAFS offers UG, PG, and research level courses in diverse areas relating to livestock and fisheries sectors. M.V.Sc and Ph.D in Animal Nutrition, Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, M.F.Sc in Fishing Technology & Engineering, M.F.Sc and Ph.D in Aquaculture, B.Tech (Dairy Technology), M.Tech in Dairy Engineering are some of the courses run by the university. The complete list of all the courses provided by the university is available on the official website of WBUAFS. The multiple programs run by the university are headed under three faculties, namely:

• Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Science
• Faculty of Dairy Technology
• Faculty of Fishery Sciences

Since 2006, Rajasthan Technical University has been offering academic programs to enhance the technical education in the state. It is a State University that has the approval of the UGC and AICTE.

Its vision is to provide students with contemporary knowledge of engineering and enhance their skills to make them competent professionals. Its mission is to make students aware about the industrial environment by providing them opportunities to interact with different organisations.

Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University - SDAU Palanpur is one of the four State Agricultural Universities which were carved out from erstwhile Gujarat Agricultural University with an act passed in 2004. The University was declared a “State University” by UGC. The jurisdiction of the university is over seven districts, namely: Aravalli, Gandhinagar, Banaskantha, Mehsana, Sabarkantha, Kachchh, and Patan.

SDAU Palanpur has nine colleges of agriculture and allied sciences, twenty-five research centers, three Krushi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) and seventeen extension centers operating under it. Recently two colleges under its jurisdiction, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry and G.N Patel College of Dairy Technology were transferred to Kamdhenu University. The names of the colleges functioning under the jurisdiction of the university are:

• C.P College of Agriculture
• College of Agriculture, Tharad
• College of Food Technology
• College of Agribusiness Management
• College of Renewable Energy & Environmental Engineering
• ASPEE College of Nutrition and Community Science
• College of Basic Science and Humanities
• College of Horticulture, Jagudan

The university provides the following degrees through these colleges operating under it: B.Sc in Agriculture, B.Tech (Dairy technology), Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences, M.Sc, MBA, Ph.D, etc.

Cluster University of Jammu was established in 2016 as an initiative of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan. It was established with an objective of promoting innovation, critical thinking, experimental learning, technology, science, and entrepreneurial skills and graduate skilled workforce which can contribute towards the development of society. It is a State University approved by UGC.

Vision: The University aims to become the greatest University in the world by nurturing society of learners who emphasise on invention, innovation, research, community engagement, and education.

Mission: It is committed to sustain and create a community of learners which fosters innovation, research and development, entrepreneurship, academic leadership, experiential learning, administrative support, community engagement, and employability.

Cluster University has established Post Graduate Integrated Schools which are mentioned below:

• School of Engineering and Computer Technology
• School of Humanities and Liberal Arts
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Sciences
• School of Teacher Education

The constituent colleges of Cluster University which provides different courses to the students are as follows:

• Government Gandhi Memorial Science College
• Government Maulana Azad Memorial College
• Sri Pratap Memorial Rajput College of Commerce
• Government College for Women
• Government College of Education Jammu

The foundation stone of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (RVSKVV Gwalior) was laid down in 2008. It is recognised by ICAR and approved by UGC.

Its mission is to carry out in-depth research activities to improve sustainability and profit of the agricultural production system. It also aims to become an educational centre that imparts quality education and research in the respective disciplines.

The courses offered by the university are B.Sc (Agriculture), B.Sc (Horticulture), M.Sc (Agriculture), M.Sc (Horticulture), and Ph.D.

The existence of the Chanakya National Law University dates back to 15^th July, 2006 with an act passed in the Bihar State Legislature. The University is approved by UGC and the Bar Council of India. It is accredited by NAAC.

The Law University was set up to work as a “Temple of learning” by imparting quality law education based on traditional and cultural ethics. It tries to promote legal awareness in the society.

CNLU provides five year integrated UG, PG, Ph.D, and M.Phil courses. The courses run by the university include, B.A.LL.B (Hons), BBA.LL.B (Hons), LL.M.

Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Pharmacy Akurdi was established in the year 1999. It is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University and is recognised by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). It is also approved by AICTE and is accredited by NBA.

Vision: To offer high quality education in the field of pharmacy and transform the students into versatile pharmacists.

Mission: To be an institute known for quality research and academics in pharmacy. To develop professionals who are highly competitive and are capable of fulfilling societal needs on a global level.

Courses that are offered by the college are mentioned below:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
• Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm)
• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma)

Kazi Nazrul University or KNU is located in the Damodar River valley. It is a State University formed after the West Bengal Government passed an act No. 19 in 2012. However, the founding stone of the university on its own campus was laid on 10^th January, 2013. The University is approved by AICTE, UGC, and BCI. It is accredited by NAAC.

The University was set up to promote teaching and research in Asansol and its adjoining areas in the Bardhaman district. Over time, the university has grown and now it has 17 PG departments with state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities on the campus. In all, 20 colleges are affiliated with the university.

KNU Bardhaman provides degrees at UG, PG, M.Phil, and Research level. It runs several courses in its own campus, Government aided colleges, and self financed private colleges. Some of the courses run by the university are: B.Sc, B.A, BBA, BCA, B.Com LL.B, BA.LL.B, MSW, M.A, M.Phil, Ph.D, and more. These courses are provided in different disciplines. The complete list of the degrees provided by the university can be viewed on the official website of the university.