List of Colleges in India

In 2008, the foundation stone of Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology was laid down in New Delhi with an objective of providing a safe academic environment for the students where they can share and express their opinions freely. It is a UGC approved State University and also approved by AICTE.

Its mission is to foster a learning environment, create knowledge, and encourage students to develop ethical values. Its vision is to educate students and make them all-rounder graduates who are equipped with knowledge and opinions to resolve multiple challenges of the present times.

The multiple departments at the university are:

• Department of Computational Biology
• Department of Computer Science and Engineering
• Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of Social Sciences and Humanities

Since its inception in 1998, Visvesvaraya Technological University has been delivering need-based, technical-based, and value-based training and education to its students. It is a State University approved by the UGC and AICTE. It has accreditation from NAAC with “B+” grade.

The vision of VTU Belgaum is to become a popular Technical University across the nation that provides world-class education in the field of Science and Technology. Its mission is to meet the requirements of industries by providing them with trained technical human resources equipped with practical and theoretical knowledge.

The several departments of the university are:

• Department of Aerospace Engineering
• Department of Applied Sciences
• Department of Civil Engineering
• Department of Computer Science Engineering
• Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Department of Management Studies
• Department of Mechanical Engineering

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology was established in 1960 as UP Agricultural University. It was later given the name of GBPUAT and is also known as GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar. It is the first agricultural university of the nation. The University is the result of a successful partnership between the United States and India. GBPUAT is the State University approved by AICTE and UGC and recognised by ICAR.

The constituent colleges through which different programs are provided to the students include:

• College of Agriculture
• College of Technology
• College of Agribusiness Management
• College of Fisheries
• College of Basic Sciences and Humanities
• College of Community Science
• College of Post Graduate Studies
• College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences

In 2006, International Institute of Information Technology was founded in Bhubaneswar with the aim of developing a community of scholars, faculties, and students who have passion for innovation, creativity, and learning. It is a State University that has the approval of the UGC and AICTE.

The vision of IIIT Bhubaneswar is to become a premier education centre that provides students multiple opportunities to learn, research, and excel in the field of technology and other related disciplines. Its mission is to deliver and expand technological solutions by working closely with organisations in order to increase their competitive positions.

The major departments of the university are:

• Department of Basic Science and Humanities
• Department of Computer Science
• Department of Electrical Engineering
• Department of Electronics Engineering
• Department of Mechanical Engineering

Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Kota was founded in the year 2013. IIIT Kota is an Autonomous University established by a joint venture of the Ministry of Education, Government of India and Rajasthan Government. It was set-up to provide excellent research and industry-oriented education in the country.

Vision: IIIT Kota works with a vision of becoming a prominent institute globally through academics, research, and industry-oriented education.

Mission: Its mission is to develop techno-professional leaders who are capable of meeting the present and future requirements of engineering and allied disciplines for the betterment of the society.

IIIT Kota provides engineering degrees at UG and PG level. B.Tech in CSE / ECE and M.Tech in CSE with specialisation in AI and Data Science are the courses run by the institute.

IIM Raipur came into existence in 2010 by the Ministry of Education and Government of India to generate social consciousness and to impart ethical leadership skills in the young minds. This institute is AICTE-approved.

This is an autonomous university that offers Ph.D, PG, and Executive PG programs to the students.

The establishment year of University of Allahabad is 1887. It is a Central University that has approval from UGC. It also has NAAC accreditation with “B++” grade.

The university envisions contributing to societal development by nurturing inclusive development, disseminating knowledge, and assisting its students in building a better future. Its mission is to deliver quality educational knowledge and foster entrepreneurship mindset among youngsters.

The university has the following departments:

• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Commerce
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science

Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus was established in 1979 with the objective of providing professional competence to the individuals. It provides higher education in the domain of humanities, law, and engineering. It is a State university approved by UGC.

GNDU Jalandhar has different departments which provide Graduation and Post Graduation programs to the students. This includes:

• Department of Law
• Department of Engineering and Technology
• Department of Journalism and Mass Communication

The establishment year of Tripura University is 1987. It is a Central University has approval from the UGC and AICTE. It is also recognised by NCTE and MHRD. It has NAAC accreditation with “B++” grade.

Its vision is to develop a society equipped with cultural values, peace, and prosperity. It aims to achieve this vision by implementing inclusive strategies, innovative methods, and quality education. The mission of the university is to focus on the development of character, ethics, and skills of students.

The university offers several programs under the following departments:

• Faculty of Arts & Commerce
• Faculty of Science
• Vocational Undergraduate Program

Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya Wardha came into being with an act passed in the Indian Parliament in 1997. The Central University works towards promoting Hindi language and literature and to make Hindi language being acknowledged as a global language. It is accredited by NAAC with “A” grade.

Vision: The University envisions of becoming a unique institute for the development and promotion of Hindi language as an international language all over the world.

Mission: Its mission is to promote Hindi Language at regional, national, and international level.

The University provides courses at UG, PG, Diploma, Doctorate, and M.Phil level. Students can pursue regular, distance, and international programs in the university. Some of the courses run by the university include M.A, Diploma in Business Management-Correspondence, M.Sc in Electronic Media, Master of Social Work, PGDCA, PGDJMC, MBA, Integrated B.Ed+M.Ed, BA, Ph.D, B.A.LL.B, M.Phil, and more. These courses are being taught in the eight schools operating under the university, they are:

• School of Language
• School of Law
• School of Culture
• School of Education
• School of Literature
• School of Humanities and Social Sciences
• School of Management
• School of Translation and Interpretation

Central University of Kerala Kasaragod was set up in the year 2009 to provide quality education in multidisciplinary areas including Science, Humanities, and Management. The university is approved by UGC. Its headquarters is located at Periya.

Vision: The Central University works on a vision to build socially responsible citizens who have knowledge, wisdom, and values.

Mission: Its mission is to facilitate inventive and creative knowledge among its students, and prepare them to analyse and face real life situations. It works to enhance students’ strength for the sustainable growth of the world.

The Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod was opened with only two post graduate programs. Currently, the university is providing degrees of twenty seven PG programs, and twenty two research programs. B.A in International Relations, Integrated B.Sc.B.Ed, Integrated B.A.B.Ed, Integrated B.Com.B.Ed, M.A, MSW, M.Ed, M.Sc, LL.M, MBA, M.Com, MPH, etc are the degrees awarded by the university. The central university runs its several programs in the following schools functioning under it:

• School of Legal Studies
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Global Studies
• School of Language and Comparative Literatures
• School of Physical Sciences
• School of Business Studies
• School of Education
• School of Economics
• School of Cultural Studies
• School of Earth Science Systems
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Medicine and Public Health

The foundation stone of Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University previously known as North Maharashtra University was laid down in the year 1990. It is a State University that is approved by the UGC. It also has NAAC accreditation with “A” grade.

The vision of NMU Jalgaon is to promote academic research and innovation for the transformation of the society. Its mission is to groom future professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, technologists, and citizens who can assist in socio-economic development of the nation.

The University consist of the following institutes:

• School of Arts and Humanities
• School of Chemical Sciences
• School of Environmental and Earth Sciences
• School of Interdisciplinary Studies
• School of Language Studies and Research Centre
• School of Life Sciences
• School of Management Studies
• School of Mathematical Sciences
• School of Media Studies
• School of Physical Sciences
• School of Social Sciences
• University Institute of Chemical Technology

St Mary's College of Teacher Education is a women’s college which was established in the year 1937 and situated in Shillong, Meghalaya.  SMCTE is recognised by NCTE and affiliated to North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU). The aim of the college is to impart value based teaching education by developing a conducive learning environment for graduating students with knowledge and skills for the development of the society.

Mission: To impart innovative and quality education by transforming the lives of the students to enable them to face the global challenges effectively.

Vision: To provide value based teaching education by developing an intellectual environment for the holistic development of the students and graduating them with skills and competencies and serve the society as responsible citizens.

SMCTE Shillong offers Bachelors Degree in the discipline of teaching which is:

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya was established in 1956. It imparts higher education in the domain of dance, music, theatre, and fine arts. It aims to create a research oriented and learner centric environment to pursue excellence in fine arts and music. The University is committed to restore and preserve the forms of arts and music, provide education and research opportunities to encourage innovation and creativity, and explore new areas of knowledge. It is the first university of Asia which is dedicated towards different forms of dance, music, theatre, and fine arts. IKSV is a State University approved by UGC.

Indian Institute of Information Technology came into existence in 2016 as an Institute of National Importance. This university was established under the Public-Private Partnership Scheme with the objective of developing capable and professional young minds through world-class academic and training pedagogy. This is an AICTE-approved university.

The university provides the students with B.Tech programs in subjects like AI & Machine Learning, Data Science & Analytics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, etc., and these courses are run under some departments, namely:

• Department of Basic Sciences
• Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Department of Science and Engineering

The campus of Azim Premji University in Bhopal was established in the year 2023 by Azim Premji Foundation with an aim of contributing in developing sustainable and civilised society. It is approved by UGC as a State Private University.

The university believes in providing quality education that can develop competent and responsible personalities who can contribute in the development of a society of values, ethics, and equity. It creates an inclusive academic environment where students from economically weaker sections also get opportunities to get creative academic experience.

The Academic Programs offered by the university include B.Sc Biology (Honors), BA Economics (Honors), BA English (Honors), BA History (Honors), Mater of Public Health, and MA Education.

The foundation year of Hidayatullah National Law University is 2003. It is a State University that has approval from UGC and BCI.

The vision of the university is to impart quality education for students by providing them adequate training, research, and knowledge related to legal subjects. Its mission is to make students responsible citizens so that they can contribute in national development by using their legal knowledge and skills.

The programs offered here are B.A.LL.B (Hons.), LL.M (One Year), and Ph.D.

Gateway Education & Charitable Society established the Gateway Institute of Engineering and Technology which is located in Sonipat, Haryana. GIET was established in the year 2009 with the aim to promote academic excellence by imparting quality education and graduate students with a positive approach to compete in the global society. The institute is approved by AICTE and affiliated to Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (DCRUST), Sonipat.

Mission & Vision: To provide learning knowledge for developing intellectual and competent individuals with innovative & creative ideas and thinking for facing the future global challenges and satisfying the needs of the society.

GIET Sonipat provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses which include:

• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
• Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya - GSV Vadodara is a Central University providing Transport and Logistics education in India. The University was established following the act passed in the Parliament in the year 2022 and is sponsored by the Ministry of Railways. GSV previously existed by the name of National Rail & Transportation Institute (NRTI). It is approved by AICTE and UGC.

Vision: The University is working with a vision to create, assimilate, and disseminate education in the transportation and logistics sectors.

Mission: It is working to achieve its mission of becoming a prominent educational hub for futuristic education and research by collaborating with industries, companies, and renowned professionals.

GSV offers courses in Technology and Management streams. The multiple programs run by the university include MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, BBA in Transport Management, B.Sc in Transportation Technology, MBA in Transport Economics and Management, and B.Tech in different disciplines.

Chaudhary Devi Lal University was established in 2003. It provides higher education in the domain of commerce and management, humanities, science, and engineering. The University aims to evolve as a Centre of Excellence and transform the students through innovation in research and education. Moreover, it aims to develop a positive mindset amongst the students which enables them to provide solutions at a global level. CDLU is committed to produce well-rounded individuals, provide good quality education and is committed towards the holistic development of the students. It is a Multidisciplinary State University which is approved by UGC and AICTE and recognised by NCTE and BCI.

Faculties of CDLU include:

• Faculty of Physical Sciences
• Faculty of Life Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Social Sciences
• Faculty of Commerce and Management
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Medical and Allied Sciences
• Faculty of Engineering and Technology

St. Andrews Institute of Technology and Management is approved by AICTE and recognised by Directorate of Technical Education (DTE). SAITM was established in the year 2012 and affiliated to Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak. The institute is situated in Gurgaon, Haryana with the goal to provide quality technical education for graduating employable individuals according to the changing requirements of the industry.

Mission: To develop a value based education system for graduating competent professionals with high ethical values and standards for fostering the requirements of the industry and development of the society.

Vision: To be recognised as a renowned institute with excellence in technical education through innovation and creativity for developing globally competent managers and technocrats.

SAITM Gurgaon offers following UG, PG, and Diploma programs:

• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
• Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Master of Technology (M.Tech)
• Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma)

The foundation stone of Davangere University was laid down in the year 2009 at Davanagere. It is approved by the UGC and AICTE. It is accredited by NAAC with “B+” grade.

Its vision is to accomplish excellence by transforming academic strategies that can assist in building an innovative and constructive education system. Its mission is to enhance professional and research skills of students by implementing informative practices and programs. It also aims to develop a student-friendly academic environment where they can put forward their opinions and talents.

The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) was established back in 1958 as Central Institute of English (CIE). The current EFLU Shillong campus was set up in 1973 with the name Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL), to cater to the requirement of language practitioners in the North and North East.

Vision: The Vision of the university is to achieve excellence in the field of humanities with special emphasis on languages, literature, and culture.

Mission: EFLU Shillong’s mission is to impart knowledge through innovation, research, training, and widespread education in English and Foreign languages. The university drives its efforts towards the holistic development of its students with a sense of social responsibility.

EFLU Shillong offers courses in Languages, Mass Communication and Journalism field. The programs run by the university include B.A, M.A, M.Phil, and Ph.D level courses. Students can also pursue Certificate and Diploma courses in different languages such as Russian, German, French, and Spanish. These programs are being provided under various departments, namely:

• Department of English Literature
• Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
• Department of English Language Education
• Department of Foreign Languages
• Department of Linguistics

Central University of Jharkhand was established in 2009 with an objective of focusing on education and research in cutting-edge technologies. It aims to enhance the knowledge of individuals through innovation and creativity along with providing quality education and training for the development of the society. The University is committed to nurture value-based ethics, promote critical thinking and creativity for the holistic development of the students. CUJ is a Central university approved by UGC.

The constituent units through which different programs are provided by the University include:

• School of Languages
• School of Management Sciences
• School of Natural Sciences
• School of Mass Communication and Media Technologies
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Natural Resource Management
• School of Humanities and Social Sciences
• School for the Study of Culture

Kongunadu Institute of Allied Health Sciences is situated in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The institute is recognised by the Government of Tamil Nadu and affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai. The institute’s aim is to provide educational programmes in the field of allied health sciences and graduating responsible professionals.

Mission: To graduate individuals with leadership qualities and motivate them to make a contribution in the healthcare industry.

Vision: To empower students by providing them value based education for the development of the world.

Bachelors Degree and Diploma programs are provided by the institute which includes:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Allied Health Sciences)
• Diploma

Since its establishment in 2009, Central University of Rajasthan has been imparting quality education by adopting current strategies and techniques. It is approved by UGC as a Central University. Its courses are approved by the AICTE. It has NAAC “A++” accreditation.

The vision of CURAJ Ajmer is to build a sustainable society through quality education, societal changes, and innovative strategies. Its mission is to provide students with a challenging, transformative, and engaging learning environment for their overall growth.

The list below contains the names of the university’s multiple departments:

• School of Architecture
• School of Chemical Sciences and Pharmacy
• School of Commerce and Management
• School of Earth Sciences
• School of Education
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Humanities and Languages
• School of Life Sciences
• School of Mathematics, Statistics and Computational Sciences
• School of Physical Sciences
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Sports Sciences

Central University of Karnataka was established in 2009 with an objective of fostering learning, research, training, skill development, and innovation. It is committed to achieve academic excellence and empower the individuals through quality education. It is a Central university approved by UGC and recognised by NCTE.

Vision and Mission: CUK aims to achieve high standards of excellence in research and education and is committed to innovate and integrate education in an inclusive and holistic manner. Moreover, it is committed to expand knowledge and contribute towards the growth and development of the society.

The constituent units of the University through which different courses are provided to the students include:

• School of Education and Training
• School of Humanities and Languages
• School of Earth Sciences
• School of Media Studies
• School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
• School of Business Studies
• School of Computer Sciences
• School of Physical Sciences
• School of Life Sciences
• School of Engineering
• School of Legal Jurisprudence Studies 

Kumaun University Nainital has been in existence since 1973. The University was formed with merging of two distinguished government colleges, namely, Almora Government P.G College and D.S.B. Government P.G College, Nainital. The KU Campus Bhimtal is one among the two campuses of the university. The University has 20 government colleges, 61 private institutions and 1 government aided college affiliated to it. It has got “A” grade NAAC accreditation and “State University” status from UGC.

Mission: The University works on a mission of imparting transformative education to students to make them capable of facing the real world challenges. It aims to foster an inclusive learning environment that supports moral values, cultural perspective, and passion for lifelong learning.

Vision: KU’s vision is to be recognised globally as an education hub for providing excellent education, research, and innovation to produce socially conscious, skilled, and responsible leaders globally.

The University provides degrees at UG, PG, M.Phil, and Doctorate level. The courses run by the university include B.Pharm, MBA, M.Sc, M.Pharm, and Ph.D in Pharmacy. These courses are provided under the Department of Management Studies, Department of Biotechnology, and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Shri Gujarati Samaj, Indore founded P.M.B. Gujarati Science College (PMBGSC). PMBGSC was established in 1951 in Indoor, Madhya Pradesh. It offers UG (B.Sc) and PG (M.Sc) courses to students. These courses are affiliated to Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore. PMBGSC is accredited by NAAC with “A” Grade.

The UG and PG courses provided by PMBGSC are run under different departments. Few of these departments are listed below:

• Department of Physics
• Department of Chemistry
• Department of Microbiology
• Department of Electronics
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of Zoology
• Department of Botany

Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics (popularly known as NM College) is affiliated to University of Mumbai, Mumbai. It was founded in the year 1964 by the Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM). NM College is accredited by NAAC with “A” grade and got the Autonomous status from UGC. It is a leading college situated in Mumbai, Maharashtra which aims to impart quality education through value based learning and teaching practices for graduating students with entrepreneurship skills.

Mission: To become a college of excellence in education by imparting value based education for preparing individuals with knowledge, skills, and competency.

Vision: To graduate students with knowledge, skills & values and providing various opportunities for realising their potential for contributing in the development of society as successful leaders.

The offered UG, PG, and Doctorate programs of the NM College Mumbai include:

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
• Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)
• Master of Commerce (M.Com)
• Ph.D