List of Colleges in India

Sydenham College of Commerce & Economics began its journey in 1913 to be the leading institution providing commerce education. The college is accredited by NAAC with “A” grade. It is a constituent of Dr. Homi Bhabha State Cluster University.

Vision: The main motive of the college is to provide excellent education helping students to achieve wisdom and humanity. It strives to encourage students to participate in curricular and extracurricular activities for their all round development.

Mission: The college aims to not only impart efficient commerce education but also to educate an individual completely considering moral and ethical values.

The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow which is famously known as IIM Lucknow is one among the four campuses established by the renowned IIM family of management schools. The other three campuses are: IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, and IIM Ahmedabad. It was established in the year 1984 and is presently working as an Autonomous University with the approval of UGC.

Vision: The institute envisions becoming a prominent center of academics by disseminating management education to produce socially conscious leaders at global level.

Mission: Its mission is to provide excellent management education, research, training, and consultancy to improve the management systems of business, industry, and public services.

IIM Lucknow runs a number of PG and research programs like PGPWE, IPMX, EFPM, FPM, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM, MBA-E&I, and more.

Vidyalankar Institute of Technology is an autonomous institute that was established in the year 1999. It is affiliated with the University of Mumbai. It is also approved by AICTE and UGC. The institute is accredited by NAAC with “A+” grade and National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

Vidyalankar Institute of Technology provides engineering courses under several disciplines like Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics and Computer Science, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering. In addition to these, it also offers Master of Management Studies.

G.C.R.G. Group of Institutions was established in 2008. It provides UG and PG programs to students. These are approved by NCTE, INC, BTE, PCI, and AICTE as well as affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow University, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University.

Vision: GCRG works with a vision of becoming a leader in delivering quality education and training in technical and non technical fields in order to develop competent professionals who are capable and dedicated to bring changes in society.

Mission: GCRG aims to provide professional education to students to develop them as innovative thinkers in the environment of rapidly changing technologies to meet the requirements of the economic sector at both national and international level.

G.C.R.G. Group of Institutions constitutes the following institutions and academic programs:

• G.C.R.G. College of Nursing
• G.C.R.G. College of Pharmacy
• G.C.R.G. College of Teachers Education
• G.C.R.G. Institute of Teachers Education
• G.C.R.G. Private I.T.I.
• G.C.R.G. College of Polytechnic
• Faculty of Engineering
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Faculty of Management

Set up in 2009, Uttam Group of Institutions (UGI) is approved by the AICTE and is affiliated to AKTU. The International Accreditation Organisation (IAO) has given accreditation to the college. Also, the undergraduate programs offered by the college are affiliated to Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar, University.

Samarpan Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Sciences provide education in the discipline of Paramedical and was founded in the year 2010. SINPS is situated in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh offering UG, PG, and Diploma programs. It is recognised by Uttar Pradesh Medical Faculty, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The affiliation is given by the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow.

Mission: To impart value based healthcare education by developing skilled professionals for the development of society and growth of the healthcare sector. 

Vision: To provide world-class healthcare educational services at regional and national level for developing a positive change in the society.

Following are the courses offered at SINPS Lucknow:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Nursing)
• Master of Science (M.Sc) (Nursing)
• Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
• General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)
• Auxiliary Nurse & Midwifery (ANM)
• Diploma in Physiotherapy
• Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician
• Diploma in Optometry

ITM Skills University was established in 2023. It was launched by ITM Group of Institutions to bring its leadership in skill development, employment generation, and higher education under a single umbrella. ITM Skills University was established with the objective of providing a pleasant environment for continuous improvement, research, and innovation.  The University is committed to deploy, train, and source individuals to make a positive impact and contribute effectively towards the betterment of the society. It is a Private University recognised by AIU and approved by UGC.

Vision: To provide world class skill education to the students through continuous innovation and transforming the students with positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills. It aims to develop the students to be ethical, socially responsible, and competent.

Mission: To become a high-quality world class university through affordable contemporary education, and creating a pool of motivated and academically strong communities for developing and fostering leadership attributes and entrepreneurial skills within the students.

SRM Institute of Science and Technology Tiruchirappalli which is formerly known by the name SRM University was established in the year 2007. It got the approval of the off campus centre in the year 2021 by UGC. The institute is approved by AICTE and UGC with a deemed-to-be university status, and is accredited by NAAC with “A++” grade.

Vision: The institute works with a vision for the betterment of the world by providing unique learning experience in Science, Management, Technology, Medicine and other areas.

Mission: Its mission is to achieve worldwide excellence in education through international alliances and collaborative initiatives. Its purpose is to provide freedom, empowerment, creativeness and innovation among its students.

The institute is providing degrees at UG, PG, and Diploma level. Students can pursue courses like B.Tech, MCA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BPT, BBA, MBA, etc in the following schools and faculties operating under SRMIST Trichy:

• Engineering and Technology
• Science and Humanities
• Allied Health Sciences
• Institute of Hotel Management
• College of Medical Health Sciences

Chandra Bhanu Gupt Krishi Mahavidyala was established in the year 1995. It is affiliated with Lucknow University, Lucknow and is approved by UGC. It is also accredited by NAAC with “B” grade.

Several courses that are offered by Chandra Bhanu Gupt Krishi Mahavidyala are:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
• Master of Science (M.Sc)
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)

Duliajan College was established in 1969. It is affiliated to Dibrugarh University and is approved by UGC. The college is accredited by NAAC with “B” grade. It is among the premier institutions that offers quality education and a conducive learning environment.

Courses that are offered by Duliajan College are Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science and Application (PGDCA), and more.

Karnataka College of Pharmacy is established under the trust named “Karnataka Education Trust”, which was established in the year 2003. The college has been accredited with “A” grade by NAAC.

KCP provides education to not only national, but also foreign candidates belonging from Afghanistan, Bhutan, Iraq, Iran, Egypt, etc. By providing such admissions, the college has initiated a universal demand for extensive courses in pharmacy such as, in the field of Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical analysis, Pharmaceutical Technology, etc.

The courses provided by the college include major programs relating to the field of pharmacy such as, M.Pharm, B.Pharm, D.Pharm, Pharm.D, & Ph.D in the discipline of pharmacy.

Centurion University of Technology and Management was established in 2005 and is recognised as a Skill Integrated Higher Education Institute. It is the only technological University in the southern part of Odisha which emphasises on quality, experience based education, and is practice oriented which sparks employability and entrepreneurship. CUTM is committed to provide quality and globally accredited academic programs and employability training for the individuals along with promoting entrepreneurial culture. It aims to be a global center of excellence emphasising on sustainable livelihoods. CUTM was awarded the status of Private University in the year 2010. It is approved by UGC and AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with “A” grade in 2015.

The constituent units through which CUTM offers different programs to the students are mentioned below:

• School of Agriculture and Bio-Engineering
• School of Fisheries
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Management
• School of Applied Sciences
• School of Vocational Education and Training
• M.S Swaminathan School of Agriculture

Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institutions are established under the prestigious Shri Ram Murti Smarak Trust, which was instituted in the year 1990. The institutions established under the trust were laid down in order to fulfill the requirement of providing quality education in various fields. All the institutes & colleges which come under the trust have independent buildings & campus, along with the basic amenities provided for the students.

Various institutions are associated with the SRMSI Group, which offer numerous UG & PG courses such as, B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, BBA, BCA, B.Com, MBA+PGP, MBBS, B.A.LL.B, Diploma, Post Doctoral Courses and some Certificate Courses as well.

Nagindas Khandwala College of Commerce, Arts and Management Studies was established in 1983. The college has Autonomous status and is accredited by NAAC with “A” grade. Also, the college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai.

Vision: The vision of this college is to provide high quality education for all the sections of the society while focusing on the future of the country.

Mission: The institute has a mission to serve the society with quality education and focus towards commitment, dedication and devotion.

Dedicated towards higher education for women, Nirmala College for Women was established on 1^st July 1948. It was declared to be autonomous in the year 2007, and it is affiliated to Bharathiar University. The college has been accredited with the “A++” grade by NAAC.

In the year 2012, the college was recognised under the “Star College Scheme” of DBT, Government of India, through which six departments of science were added to the institution.

The college provides an extensive course structure with UG courses in subjects of Arts, Science & Commerce, and PG Courses in Arts & Science in the discipline of History & Mathematics respectively. Along with these certain certificate courses, M.Phil and Ph.D courses are also provided in various subjects such as, History, English, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Commerce, etc.

*Further information regarding the list of courses which are related to the Government aided category as well as the Self Financing category is given on the official website of the institution.

Indira College of Pharmacy (ICP) was founded by Shree Chanakya Education Society. ICP was established in 2006. ICP is accredited by NAAC with “A+” Grade. It offers UG, PG, Diploma, and Doctorate programs to students. These courses are approved by PCI and AICTE. Moreover, these courses are affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).

Vision: ICP works with a vision to become a center of excellence in pharmacy education and to develop professional pharmacists.

Mission: ICP aims to develop trained pharmacists who are capable of reducing suffering of society as well as capable of fulfilling community and industrial needs.

ICP provides UG (B.Pharm) and PG (M.Pharm) programs to students. These programs are run under various departments. These departments are listed below:

• Department of Pharmachemistry
• Department of Pharmacognosy
• Department of Pharmaceuticals
• Department of Pharmacy Practice
• Department of Pharmacology

Established in the year 1990, Shri Siddhivinayak Mahila Mahavidyalaya, is the first institution of “Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha”, for providing higher education to women. Major Courses for which the education is imparted in the institution are, Arts, Science & Commerce. The college was accredited with an “A” grade by NAAC and received approval from UGC.

The institution provides a wide range of UG & PG courses relating to the subjects of Arts, Science & Commerce. It also provides a Ph.D program in the subject of Commerce. Some of the major courses provided by the college are, BA, MA (English & Economics), B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, etc.

Karpagam College of Pharmacy (KCP) is operated by Karpagam Charity Trust and was established in 2006. The college has been recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and is affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, Chennai.

Vision: The vision of the college is to impart quality and value based education to empower students while creating an innovative and diverse culture.

Mission: The College works on a mission to provide a unique learning experience to the students.

KCP has various departments:

• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmacy Practice
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Pharmacognosy
• Pharmaceutical Analysis

KCP offers many courses in the field of pharmacy such as Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm), Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) and Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate.

Sarvajanik Education Society formed Sarvajanik University in the year 2021 to educate, guide, and mentor the youth so that they can carry forward excellence in professionalism and serve the nation and society. This university is approved by UGC and AICTE, and it is recognised by Scientific and Industrial Research Organisations.

The university offers UG, PG, Ph.D, and PG Diploma courses to the students in various programs that are run under the following constituent colleges:

• B.R.C.M. College of Business Administration
• Shri Pankaj Kapadia Sarvajanik College of Performing Arts
• Sarvajanik College of Commerce and Computer Application
• Sarvajanik College of Engineering and Technology
• Institute of Design, Planning, & Technology – SCET
• Sarvajanik College of Law
• Shree Ramkrishna Institute of Computer Education and Applied Sciences
• Smt. Shardarani Rameshchander Luthra Institute of Management

Kohinoor Business School was established in 2010 and is situated near Bandra-Kurla Complex. It aims to graduate leaders with social and global perspectives. It is committed to create responsible leaders by providing them value based education. Moreover, KBS is committed to achieve academic excellence and build quality networks for the betterment of the society. KBS is approved by AICTE and DTE. The college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai.

Cusrow Wadia Institute of Technology (CWIT) was established by Modern Education Society, Pune in 1938. It is an autonomous institute which offers Diploma Engineering Programs, approved by AICTE. These courses are accredited by NBA as well as affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).

Vision: CWIT works with a vision to produce technically competent and socially responsible citizens who are capable of fulfilling future needs of society and industries.

Mission: CWIT aims to deliver technical knowledge along with social and ethical values to students. It also aims to implement innovative teaching methods as well as strengthen industrial associations. 

Diploma Engineering Programs are run under different departments that are Department of Civil Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Department of Science and Humanities, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication, and Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Established in the year 2003, Lloyd Law College has been approved by BCI & affiliated with CCS University, Lucknow. The college has been established under the guidance of Padma Shri, late Prof. (Dr.) N.R. Madhava Menon, who was a great personality in the field of legal education.

Lloyd Law College provides for a course structure related to legal education under which it provides for various UG, PG, and Diploma courses, such as, LL.B, B.A. LL.B, B.Com. LL.B, LL.M, and diploma courses in civil as well as criminal litigation skills.

SCOPE Global Skills University was established in 2023 and is the first Skills University of Central India aligned with NSQF and NEP. It is a part of AISECT Group and provides higher education in different domains. It equips the students with required knowledge and skills and provides holistic learning experiences to the students. It emphasises on becoming a leading institute which provides the students with world class skills catering to the requirements of the society and industry. SGSU is a Private University approved by UGC.

Vision: To empower individuals with required mindset, skills, and knowledge catering to the global skills requirements which enables them to make effective contributions for the betterment of the society.

Mission: To promote intellectual curiosity, deep understanding, and critical thinking. Moreover, it is committed to impart practical skills, provide opportunities, and transformative educational experiences to the students.

The constituent units through which the University provides various programs to the students are mentioned below:

• Faculty of Management Studies
• Faculty of Engineering and Technology Skills
• Faculty of Banking, Finance and Commerce
• Faculty of Future Skills
• Faculty of Emerging Technologies
• Faculty of Information Technology
• Faculty of Humanities and Liberal Arts
• Faculty of Education and Training
• Faculty of Agriculture and Allied Technologies
• Faculty of Science

With the approval of UGC, The International Institute of Information Technology was established in 1998 as Deemed to be University in Hyderabad. The university is also approved by the AICTE.

Its vision is to become a well-known institute that implements teaching methods for the progression of Information and Communication Technologies and to provide high quality research, human resources, and technologies. Its mission is to train students so that they can become competent experts who can resolve real-life issues and implement professional ethics within the working environment.

Aurora Higher Education and Research Academy was established in 1989 and provides holistic development to the students. It is dedicated to academic excellence and provides a contemporary and unique education across various domains. It emphasises on experiential learning, adaptable skill sets, cutting-edge knowledge, and equips the students to thrive in various fields. In the year 2022, it was granted the Deemed to be University status.

Vision: To become an internationally acclaimed institute by providing holistic education to the students. Moreover, it aims to provide transformative research, and effective teaching which contribute significantly towards the betterment of local, regional, national, and global regions.

Mission: To contribute towards a diverse, inclusive, and fair community by ensuring a supportive and enriching learning environment for the students. It fosters a research and innovation culture through various facilities, services, and initiatives. Moreover, it is committed to widen the employment and educational opportunities through international collaborations.

The constituent units of Aurora Higher Education and Research Academy include:

• School of Law
• School of Engineering
• School of Commerce
• School of Liberal Arts and Science
• School of Business Studies
• School of Informatics

In 2011 the foundation stone of Tata Institute of Social Sciences was laid down as an Off-Campus in Hyderabad. It got the status of “Deemed to be University” under the approval of the UGC. It also has accreditation from NAAC.

The vision of TISS is to establish a knowledge centre that shares and explores new concepts for explaining the importance of social sciences in strengthening the people’s mindsets, their rights, and sustainable living. Its mission is to build a high-quality learning environment where students can get theoretical and practical knowledge to develop their skills in management, policy-making, and planning at all stages of governance structure.

The schools within TISS Hyderabad campus are:

• School of Educational Studies
• School of Public Policy and Governance
• School of Livelihood and Development
• School of Gender Studies

Central Institute of Buddhist Studies was formed in 1959 to highlight the studies and knowledge related to Buddhist culture and history. This is a deemed-to-be university and it is approved by UGC. This university is under the Government of India and the Ministry of Culture.

This university offers UG, PG, Ph.D, and Certificate programs to the students in courses like Sanskrit Bauddh Darshan, Bhot Bauddh Darshan, Bauddh Puranic History, Bhot Literature, Sanskrit Literature, Comparative Philosophy, Sowa Rigpa Medicine & Surgery, Bhot in Astrology & Astronomy, Fine Arts, Bhoti Language, etc. The university provides all these courses under various departments, namely:

• Department of Bhot Baudh Darshan
• Department of Sanskrit Bauddh Darshan
• Department of Bhot Literature
• Department of Sampradaya Shastra
• Department of Classical Languages
• Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts
• Department of Modern Languages and Literature
• Department of Sowa Rigpa and Bhot Astrology
• Department of Comparative Philosophy
• Department of Bauddh Puranic History
• Department of Social Sciences

Established in the year 2017, Krishnaguru Adhyatmik Visvavidyalaya Barpeta is spreading value based education with spiritualism. It came into existence after the bill passed in the Assam Legislative Assembly. It is approved by UGC with a Private University status, and is recognised by ASDM, INC, Assam Nursing Council, and Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Assam.

Vision: The University works with a vision to strengthen the weaker section of the society by emerging as a distinctive university reviving the socio-economic, religious, and educational responsibilities.

Mission: It was set up with a mission of providing quality education blended with spirituality to the weaker sections of the society. It aims to strengthen the mental and spiritual health in the society to attain world peace.

The university is providing degrees in several courses like, BA, MA, GNM, ANM, B.Sc, B.Com, BPT, Ph.D, etc through its three constituent institutions in its campus:

• Krishnaguru Vidyajyoti
• Krishnaguru College of Science & Technology
• Krishnaguru Mahavidyalaya

Shubham University was established in 2022 and is a premier institute which provides higher education in various domains. It aspires to be the most dynamic and vibrant universities of India. The University emphasises on problem solving, disciplinary knowledge, interpersonal skills, communication, leadership, and the health and well-being of the students. It is committed to provide exceptional knowledge and superior education for the holistic development of the students. It is a Private University which is recognised by AIU and PCI and approved by UGC.

The establishment of Indian Institute of Management was done in 1973 at Bangalore to develop an educational environment where a culture of trust and collaboration can be built for the students. It was given a status of “Institute of National Importance” by the UGC.

The vision of IIM is to become a renowned academic centre on a global level where students can excel in the fields of management, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Its mission is to foster global leaders, policy-makers, and entrepreneurs through implementing transformative and valuable education.