Best Cyber Security Colleges in India: Admissions 2026, Fees, Exams, Eligibility, Salary

Hi, India is home to around 600 Cyber Security colleges of which 400+ colleges are privately owned, 70+ colleges are owned by the government, and the rest 4 colleges are owned by semi-government institutions. JEE Main, GATE, CUET, TNEA  , and KCET are the popular entrance exams for admission to the best Cyber Security colleges in India. 

Hi, you can refer to the table below for the best Cyber Security colleges in India:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
D.Y. Patil International University Pune	INR 2.4 Lacs - INR 9 lakh	MAH MCA CET and Merit-Based
Bennett University	INR 1.9 Lacs - INR 15.7 lakh	SAT India, JEE Main and Merit-Based
NIIT University	INR 4.77 Lacs - INR 13 lakh	SAT India, JEE Main, CUET
Amity University Online	INR 1.25 Lacs - INR 1.35 lakh	Merit-Based
MIT-WPU	INR 1.25 Lacs - INR 14.2 lakh	PERA CET, GATE, JEE Main, MHT CET

Hi, some of the top certification courses of Cyber Security are as follows: 

• Certified Ethical Hacker by Udemy
• ISACA Certified Information Security Auditor
• Certificate in Information Security by Simplilearn
• ISACA Certified Information Security Management
• ISC Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (C|TIA)
• Certified DevSecOps Engineer (E|CDE)
• Certified Cloud Security Engineer (C|CSE)
• Certified Penetration Testing Professional (C|PENT)
• Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI)
• Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C|CISO)
• CCSP-Certified Cloud Security Professional
• CISSP^®- Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• CISA^®- Certified Information Systems Auditor

Hope this helps!!

With most data stored online either on servers, database and increasing cyber-threats, the demand of cyber security is growing. With news of major breaches making headlines almost daily, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. If you are an aspiring ethical hacker or want to make a career in the cybersecurity domain; Id strongly advise you to keep updating your knowledge and skills. Cybersecurity jobs are a part of Information Technology and the IT industry is mainly driven by the private sector in both India and abroad. 

Please note that foreign companies might need you to fulfill some extra criteria to fit the country norms. The research for the respective companies' criteria should be done beforehand.

Kristu Jayanti University, a recently granted deemed to be university is an excellent choice for students who are not only looking for courses but accreditations and certifications alongside them flagship BCom and MBA paving the path for:

ACCA, CMA, CPA,  and SAP certifications in the different BCom specialisations

While MBA International Finance allows students exemptions in 9 out of 13 papers for ACCA Qualification (UK) greatly easing the long and arduous process. 

Yes, it can be observed that pursuing Cyber Security in India can be quite expensive as most of the colleges have an average fee of INR 5 lakh. You can refer to the table below for the popular Cyber Security colleges in India in different fee ranges:

Fee Range	No. of Colleges	Popular Colleges
< INR 1 lakh	86 colleges	Gujarat University, Institute of Distance Education University of Madras, National Forensic Sciences University, etc.
INR 1-2 lakh	108 colleges	Bennett University, Amity University Online, MIT-WPU, etc.
INR 2-3 lakh	116 colleges	D.Y. Patil International University, Parul University, Gujarat University, etc.
INR 3-5 lakh	129 colleges	NIIT University, MIT-WPU, Amity University, etc.
> INR 5 lakh	156 colleges	D.Y. Patil International University, Bennett University, NIIT University, etc.

Hope this answered your doubt!

Yes, you can definitely do Cyber Security course in India in distance mode. You can refer below for the best Cyber Security colleges in India that offer distance education to their students:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Institute of Distance Education University of Madras	INR 23,650	Merit-Based
Manav Rachna Centre for Distance and Online Education	INR 1.8 lakh	Merit-Based
NIELIT Delhi	INR 6,000	Merit-Based
Directorate of Distance Education	INR 5,200	Merit-Based

Hi, you can refer to the table below for the best courses offered by Cyber Security colleges in India:

Courses Offered	No. of Colleges	Popular Colleges
BE / BTech	260	DY Patil International University, Bennet University, NIIT University, etc.
ME / MTech	101	Bennett University, NIIT University, MIT-WPU, etc.
Certificate	88	Amity University Online, Gujarat University, National Forensic Sciences University, etc.
BCA	84	Bennett University, Amity University Online, Parul University, etc.
BSc	71	Parul University, Gujarat University, LPU, etc.
MSc	63	Amity University Noida, Parul University, Gujarat University, etc.

One of the major reasons could be the career prospects. With so much emphasis on data and security going on these days. One needs to understand the job market need for cybersecurity professionals. The entry-level pay is decent. Remote opportunities are usually unlocked for experienced professionals who are making in Lacs per month. Ofcourse the specific profile and package largely depend on the recruiter.

Galgotias University offer admission on merit and an entrance exam. The entrance exams accepted for admission are JEE Main, CAT, MAT, SAT, GATE, CLAT, and others. Candidates can apply for admission online. Also, check the eligibility criteria online.

 Some of the top platforms that offer courses in Cyber Security are mentioned in the list below -

• Cloud Security Basics on Coursera
• Manage Cloud Security and Risk on PluralSight
• Check Point Jump Start: Cloud Security on Coursera
• Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things on Coursera
• The Complete Ethical Hacking Course: Beginner to Advanced on Udemy
• Certified Ethical Hacker Certification by EC Council 
• Ethical Hacking: An Introduction on FutureLearn

Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.

Some of the popular colleges offering B.Tech in Cyber Security in India are mentioned in the table below -

Colleges	Fees structure
Galgotias University	INR 6.16 LPA
Chandigarh University	INR 6.44 LPA
Chandigarh University	INR 13.56 LPA

Source - Multiple external/official sites on the web, data may vary.

Some of the most popular colleges for BSc Cyber Security Courses in India are mentioned in the table given below -

Colleges	BSc Cyber Security Fees
MIT	INR 2.58 LPA
Parul University	INR 4.02 LPA
Dr. DY Patil	INR 2.79 LPA
LPU	INR 7.2 LPA

Source - Multiple external/official sites on the web data may vary.

Some popular cyber security degree courses are offered as distance course and their respective time duration are mentioned in the table given below -

Course Name	Duration
Certificate in Information Security by Simplilearn	3 months to 1 year
Certified Ethical Hacker by Udemy	3 months to 2 years
IT Security: Defense Against The Digital Dark Arts: Google	6 weeks
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst	8 months
Introduction to Cybersecurity and Risk Management	3 months
Professional Certificate in Essentials of Cybersecurity	6 months
Cybersecurity and Privacy in the IoT	5 weeks

Data source - multiple external/official sites on the web, may vary.

S.S. Jain Subodh PG College offers scholarships under various schemes initiated by the Central/ State Government institutions. Students who are from privileged, needy and physically challenged groups are endowed with scholarships. The below-mentioned are S.S. Jain Subodh PG College scholarships:

S.S. Jain Subodh PG College Scholarships
Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship	Kali Bai Bheel Medha	Endowment Scholarship
Sumedha Scholarship	Scholarship for Class Merit Holders	Protsahan Scholarship for Excellence

Dr DY Patil ACS College Pimpri has received strong ranks by the India Today under the 'B.A.' category. Provided parameters including, Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity and Research, the institute is ranked in a good position as compared to other institutes by the India Today 2025. In 2025, Dr DY Patil ACS College Pimpri climbed 10 ranks to #110 rank in the 'B.A.' category by the India Today ranking. 

Dr. SNS Rajalakshmi College of Arts and Science has not specified the minimum aggregate for most of the courses. However, a minimum of Class 12 is required to apply for a UG course. 60% in Class 12 is a decent score and aspirants can apply for the preferred UG course at Dr. SNS Rajalakshmi College of Arts and Science. 

Yes Amity University in Mumbai offers direct admission. Students who have earned marks of more than 80% in class XII from CBSE, ISC, or State Board are eligible for direct admission. Student must complete Amity application and send in application money in order to apply for direct admission.

One of the strong points in favour of choosing Amity University Gurugram are its strong industry and international linkages allowing students to gain international and also earn foreign/ dual degrees through many of Amity's partner universities.

While students not interested in foreign exposure trips will also find an excellent learning environment recognised by NIRF 2025 for 39th in India among Law colleges and universities.

The university has also received approvals from national & international bodies such as the INC, PCI, CoA, BCI, Rehabilitation Council of India, Institute of Town Planners, ACBSP (USA), and ASIC (UK).

Amity University Jaipur accepts national or state-level entrance exams like JEE Main, CAT, GATE, etc. to provide admission to specific courses. Amity Jaipur accepts applications to its more than 50 courses via online mode. The courses are available in various streams like Engineering, Management, Science, Arts, etc.

Amity University Jaipur admissions is a mix of entrance and merit-based. Along with that, candidates must also fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements of the respective courses. 

Hindustan College of Engineering, established in 1985 is a private college and is located in Kelambakkam, Chennai. The college was conferred the status of a university under the name Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS). It is a deemed-to-be University recognised by the UGC, the AICTE, the AIMA, the SAE International, AIAA,  and is a member of AIU and is accredited by the IAO, NAAC with an 'A' Grade,  and NBA. 

Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya has been rated 4.1 on Infrastructure parameter. Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya has also been rated 3.7 for Campuslife.

No, one cannot get admission at School of Information Technology, Indira University without entrance exam for any of its UG or PG courses such as BSc, MSc, BCA, etc.
Students must appear for Indira CET and complete the course eligibility for admissions as the university does not offer any other mode of admissions.

Hindustan university of Arts and technological know-how has finished numerous ratings by means of distinctive groups. here are some highlights:

 

India today ranked HCAS 98th out of 178 schools in India in 2021 for typical performance.

inside the Arts movement, HCAS become ranked 99th out of 173 in India in 2023 through India these days.

Outlook ranked HCAS 81st out of 110 faculties in India in 2021 for ordinary overall performance.

For the science circulate, HCAS Chennai changed into ranked 104th out of 197 in India in 2023 by India nowadays.

those ratings reflect the college's standing in various disciplines and general academic fine. For the most cutting-edge ratings, it's quality to consult the modern reports or the college's professional bulletins.

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