Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS)
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management and Higher Studies (NMIMS)
National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
O. P. Jindal Global University
Why we chose these universities in India?
| Rank | University Name | Location | Notable Areas of Study |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) | Multiple locations across India | Engineering, Technology, Research, Innovation (Predominantly IIT Bombay, IIT Chennai, IIT Delhi, IIT Bangalore, etc.) |
| 2 | JAIN University | Bangalore, Karnataka | Engineering, Management, Science, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Research |
| 3 | Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh | Humanities, Science, Engineering, Social Sciences, Medicine, Law, Research and Development |
| 4 | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | Udupi, Karnataka | Engineering, Management, Medicine, Science, Humanities, Arts, Mass Communication, Social Sciences |
| 5 | Savitribai Phule Pune University | Pune, Maharashtra | Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering, Science, Research, and Undergraduate Programs in various disciplines |
| 6 | Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) | Pilani, Rajasthan (Other branches too) | Science, Engineering, Technology, Management, Research |
| 7 | Narsee Monjee Institute of Management and Higher Studies (NMIMS) | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Business Management, Law, Economics, Engineering, Social Sciences, Finance, Communication, Design |
| 8 | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) | Bangalore, Karnataka | Mental Health, Neuroscience, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Neurosurgery, Neurology, and related fields |
| 9 | O.P. Jindal Global University | Sonepat, Haryana | Law, Fine Arts, Architecture, International Affairs, Public Policy, Sustainability, Journalism, Communication, Behavioral Science |
| 10 | Jamia Millia Islamia | New Delhi | Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering, Architecture, Law, Management, Media Studies, and Research |
There are numerous universities in India, and the rankings shift each year. Many institutions have enjoyed the top-ranking positions for several years, and these institutions have the highest demand among students across India and many international students. In this list, there are educational institutions and universities in India that offer multiple courses or specialise in offering programmes in a single area. There are close to 900 universities in India, and all of these have some strong programmes and weak programmes. They are rated on several parameters and admissions to them are highly competitive.
We have referred to the institution, IIT, and not singled out any one location here. Among IITs, the branches in Bombay, Chennai, Bangalore, and Delhi are predominant. However, other IIT locations such as the ones in Kanpur, Roorkee, and Kharagpur also have great engineering programmes. They attract the most talented educators who are PhD holders from top-ranking international universities.
JAIN University is a prestigious institution in India known for its academic excellence, diverse programs, and vibrant student life. Offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, it emphasizes quality education through experienced faculty and innovative teaching methods. The university boasts advanced infrastructure, including well-equipped labs, libraries, and research centers that support both academic and extracurricular activities. JAIN University has strong industry connections, providing students with valuable internships and placement opportunities, and fosters a collaborative research environment with projects across various disciplines. With a focus on global engagement, JAIN University partners with international institutions for student exchanges and study abroad programs, preparing graduates for successful careers worldwide.
AMU is one of the oldest institutions for higher education in India, located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Many of its alumni are notable personalities in the fields of cinema, politics, literature, and more. The institution offers relevant education in many fields and is recognised for the sizable contributions made to academia through research and development.
MAHE is located in Udupi, Karnataka and is one of the foremost educational institutions for programmes in fields ranging from management studies, engineering, pure sciences, mass communication, and more. The sprawling campus attracts scholars from across India to pursue higher education.
The Savitribai Phule Pune University mostly offers undergraduate programmes in various branches and students from across Maharashtra and India come here to get good education from renowned faculty members.
BITS has its main branch in Pilani but has expanded and offers excellent science and engineering programmes from its various locations.
NMIMS is a premiere management education institution based in Mumbai. They offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in diverse subjects and are noted for their Management programme.
NIMHANS is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Bangalore and offers courses in mental health and neuroscience subjects such as Clinical psychology, psychiatry, neurosurgery, neurology etc.
The OP Jindal Global University has many colleges for focused programmes on law, fine arts, architecture, behavioural science, sustainability, psychology, international affairs, journalism and communication, public policy and more. The institute is based in Sonepat, Haryana.
Jamia Milia Islamia offers many regular and correspondence courses on various subjects in humanities, sciences, engineering, media studies, and more. It is one of the finest educational institutions that has great renown in India and abroad.
Many education institutions offer excellent higher education programmes from the private and public sectors. The institutions that we have listed above cater to a wider audience; their courses are recognised for being current and the faculty members are involved in ongoing academic research and build the programme to meet modern standards. This gives students an important advantage whereby they are studying what is current and relevant and teaches them skills that they can apply in their professional roles. Most of these universities in India have features such as incubation centres for start-ups by alumni, exchange programmes, new interdisciplinary courses, placement opportunities etc. Check the ranking of the institution for the course that you wish to apply to. This will help you understand which is the best college for the programme that you wish to pursue.
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