List of Colleges in India

The establishment of Indian Institute of Management was done in the year 2008 in Shillong with a view of offering enriching and unique academic experience for students. It is an Institute of National Importance approved by UGC.

The vision of IIM Shillong is to become a globally recognised management institution that offers education of international level while keeping itself grounded on Indian values. Its mission is to spread and develop knowledge associated with management related areas to develop future professionals with strong ethical values.

Raiganj University was established in 2015. This is the first unitary university which offers graduation and post graduation courses in its campus in North Bengal. The University aims at imparting high quality and accessible education to all the individuals especially to economically and socially backward classes. It is a State University approved by UGC and accredited by NAAC.

Vision: To be an innovative, publicly accountable, and socially responsive academic institute, enriching the individuals with ethical values, and providing equal opportunity to the students. Moreover, it aims to ensure physical, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional development of the students.

Mission: The University is committed to impart quality education and skills and nurture the students to be creative and innovative. Moreover, it strengthens the consultancy services and responds to the issues of the society.

Some of the departments of the University are as follows:

• Department of Law
• Department of Economics
• Department of Management
• Department of Physics
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of History
• Department of Education
• Department of Microbiology
• Department of Computer and Information Science

The establishment year of Indian Institute of Management in Rohtak is 2009. It functions as an Institute of National Importance under the approval of UGC. It has accreditation from Association of MBAs (AMBA).

The vision of IIM Rohtak is to become a renowned institute that provides global level learning by implementing creative and informative knowledge on management related subject. Its mission is to provide industries with corporate and non-corporate management leaders equipped with values, excellence, and social commitment.

The programs offered by the institute are Post Graduate Program (PGP), Doctoral Program (DPM), Integrated Program in Management (IPM), Integrated Program in Law (IPL), Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management (EPGDSM), and Post Graduate Program in Management for Executives.

Symbiosis College of Nursing was established in 2007. It is a part of Symbiosis International (Deemed University) which is accredited by NAAC and is approved by UGC. SCON is also recognised by INC.

Different courses that are provided by SCON are as follows:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Nursing)
• Master of Science (M.Sc) (Nursing)
• Post Basic B.Sc (Nursing)

Vinayaka Missions Annapoorana College of Nursing was started by the Thirumuruga Kirupananda Variyar Thavathiru Sundara Swamigal (TKVTSS) Medical Educational and Charitable Trust, Salem. It was founded in the year 1991 and recognised by Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Tamil Nadu Nursing Council. VMACON was previously affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and at present time it is a constituent unit of Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation, Salem. It is situated in Salem, Tamil Nadu with the objective to prepare nursing students with professional skills for providing effective healthcare services in the nation.

Mission: To graduate individuals with international standards and advanced scientific skills for the upliftment of the society.

Vision: The aim of the college is to prepare students with proficiency to practice nursing at national and international level and deliver quality services.

From this nursing college, students can obtain undergraduate and postgraduate degrees which include:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Nursing)
• Master of Science (M.Sc) (Nursing)

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada was earlier known as College of Engineering which was established in 1946. The College of Engineering was a constituent of JNTU Hyderabad and in 2008 it became the part of JNTU Kakinada. It is a State University established in 2008 which is approved by UGC and AICTE, recognised by PCI, and accredited by NAAC with “A+” grade. It is the first technological university in east Godavari district. It aims to enhance the quality of technical education and produce highly competitive and professional engineers with appropriate skills catering to the industrial requirements. JNTUK has jurisdiction over 5 districts and offers engineering, pharmacy, and management programs to the students.

Vision and Mission: It aims to promote quality education and excel in research, learning, and consultancy through innovative practices with a global mindset. The University is committed to promote innovations and research in multidisciplinary areas, design industry related curriculum, and embrace e-learning mechanisms.

The constituent units through which JNTUK provides different programs to the students include:

• University College of Engineering, Kakinada Campus
• School of Management Studies
• University College of Engineering, Narasaraopet Campus

JNTUK has Institute of Science and Technology which are as follows:

• School of Biotechnology
• School of Health Sciences and Research
• School of Renewable Energy and Environment
• School of Food Technology
• School of Avionics
• School of Nano Technology
• School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies
• School of Spatial Information Technology

Lloyd Institute of Engineering and Technology is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow and approved by AICTE. The institute was founded in the year 2002 and situated in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. As a Private Educational Institute, it aims at the skill development of the students for facing the global challenges effectively.

Mission: To develop a conducive learning environment for the holistic development of the individuals with state of art technological advancement and continuous engagement within the industry for facilitating employment opportunities. 

Vision: To empower young minds as an institute of academic excellence by developing problem solving skills, ethical values and global competency in the individuals for the development of the industry.

Following are the UG and PG degrees offered by the institute:

• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
• Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

The establishment year of Rajiv Gandhi University formerly known as Arunachal University is 1984. The university is approved from UGC and AICTE.

The vision of RGU is to become one of the most popular universities that provides interactive teaching-learning sessions, multiple educational opportunities, and a vibrant environment. Its mission is to provide support and opportunities to students from different backgrounds so that they can become competent and improve their creative, moral, and ethical abilities.

The university offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Ph.D, Diploma, Certificate, and Postgraduate Diploma Courses under the below-mentioned faculties:

• Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
• Faculty of Basic Sciences
• Faculty of Commerce & Management
• Faculty of Communication Studies
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & Technology
• Faculty of Environmental Sciences
• Faculty of Languages
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Life Sciences
• Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Science
• Faculty of Social Sciences

Established in the year 1950, Dayanand College Hisar, comes under the governance of DAV College Managing Committee, New Delhi. The college is affiliated to Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar. The college has been accredited with “A” grade by NAAC, and approved by UGC. It is a government aided educational institution which provides higher education in various departments.

The college provides UG & PG courses related to various departments such as, Arts, Science, Commerce as well as Management, which include BA, B.Sc, MA, M.Sc, B.Com, M.Com, BBA, BCA, etc.

Sinhgad College of Pharmacy is situated in Pune, Maharashtra and was established in the year 2000 to provide quality education and develop students with skills and knowledge. SCOP Pune is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), Pune and approved by AICTE and recognised by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) & UGC under section 2(f) & 12 (B).

Mission: To graduate responsible pharmacists by imparting value based meaningful education to serve the healthcare services in the nation and cater the needs of the industry. 

Vision: To become a topmost college for providing pharmacy education and research through scientific approach, career centric orientation, and positive attitude.

From SCOP Pune, UG, PG, and Ph.D degrees can be obtained which includes:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm)
• Ph.D

SIES College of Arts Science and Commerce Nerul Navi Mumbai, established in 1998, is an autonomous college which provides higher education in various disciplines. The college is affiliated to University of Mumbai, Mumbai, and is a part of “The South Indian Education Society”. SIES College of Arts Science & Commerce Nerul has been accredited with “A” grade by NAAC and has been approved by UGC.

The college provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses in numerous disciplines which include Science, Arts and Commerce. The courses provided at the college include, B.Com, M.Com, B.Sc, M.Sc, BMM, BFM, BMS, BAMMC, etc.

In 2008, Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University was founded with the aim of delivering systematic education in the field of Architecture and Arts to meet the present academic and societal needs. It is a State University approved by the UGC. It also has NAAC accreditation.

Its vision is to develop an informative and innovative curriculum that focuses on providing experiential learning for students. Its mission is to promote collaborative and experimental teaching-learning processes. It also aims to train students professionally and academically so that they can have a global outlook.

The university has following academic departments:

• College of Fine Arts
• School of Planning and Architecture

Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University was earlier known as Rajendra Agricultural University which was established in 1970. In the year 2016, it was converted to Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University. It was established with the goal of enhancing the quality of life by providing research based quality education and creating hardworking and intellectual manpower at par with the national and global standards. It is recognised by ICAR.

Vision: It aims at excellence in education, research, entrepreneurship, and agriculture, offering specialised services to farmers, and advances their professional competency to cater to the local, national, and international needs.

Mission: The University is committed towards promoting high quality learning, nurture the national and global needs through advanced interventions, develop understanding regarding the environmental and socio-economic significance, and facilitate the need for sustainable food production.

The University has its constituent units which cater to the educational needs of the society by providing them with different programs. The constituent units are as follows:

• College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology
• Post Graduate College of Agriculture
• College of Community Science
• College of Fisheries
• Tirhut College of Agriculture
• School of Agribusiness and Rural Management
• College of Basic Sciences and Humanities
• Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay College of Horticulture and Forestry

Central University of Haryana was established in 2009 under an Act of Parliament for achieving growth, excellence, and research in various disciplines. This university is approved by UGC and AICTE, recognised by MHRD, and accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ Grade.

This central university offers UG, PG, Ph.D, and Diploma courses to the students and these courses are run under a range of schools such as:

• School of Basic Sciences
• School of Business and Management Studies
• School of Education
• School of Law
• School of Humanities and Social Sciences
• School of Interdisciplinary and Applied Sciences
• School of Engineering and Technology
• School of Life-Long Learning

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.