Top 10 Universities in India 2025: Check NIRF Ranking

Name of the University	NIRF Ranking 2024	NIRF Ranking 2023	NIRF Ranking 2022
Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore	1	1	1
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi	2	2	2
Jamia Milia Islamia	3	3	3
University of Delhi	6	11	13
Jadavpur University, Kolkata	9	4	4
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore	7	7	5
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi	5	5	6
Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal	4	6	7
Aligarh Muslim University	8	9	11
Calcutta University	18	12	8
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore	10	8	9
University of Hyderabad (UoH), Hyderabad	17	10	10

Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore

(NIRF Rank 1)

One of the best institutes for advanced scientific and technological research and education in India, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore has topped the NIRF Ranking 2024 with a whopping total score of 83.16. Divisions under which the institute offers various Science courses to students include Division of Biological Sciences, Division of Chemical Sciences, the Division of Physical & Mathematical Sciences, the Division of Electrical Sciences, Division of Mechanical Sciences, and the Division of Interdisciplinary Research.

Different schools under which the varsity offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses to students are School of Arts & Aesthetics; School of Biotechnology; School of Computational and Integrative Sciences; School of Computer and Systems Sciences; School of Engineering; School of Environmental Sciences; School of International Studies; School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies; School of Life Sciences; Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Management and Entrepreneurship; School of Physical Sciences; School of Sanskrit and Indic Studies; and School of Social Sciences.

Read More:NIRF Ranking Report 2024- JNU, New Delhi 

Courses available at JNU

Here is the list of courses available at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the candidates:

UG

PG

Jawaharlal Nehru University offers admission to its various Undergraduate level and Certificate of Proficiency Programmes through CUET 2024. These UG-level programs including BA, BSc are offered in various subjects such as Pashto, Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, Ayurveda Biology and more.  Check out the JNU CUET UG courses offered and eligibility criteria here:  JNU Admission Through CUET: Courses Offered

JNU for the academic session 2024-2025 offers PG admission in MA, MSc, MTech, MPD branches. The programmes are being offered in various streams. Students aspiring to do PG courses must know the list of PG programmes offered by JNU and its eligibility criteria here in order to appear in CUET PG 2024 examination. Check out the JNU CUET PG courses offered and eligibility criteria here: JNU PG Admissions: Courses Offered and Eligibility Criteria

Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi

(NIRF Rank 3)

Jamia Milia Islamia, also known as JMI is a central university located in Delhi. It was established in 1920 and is recognised by the UGC. It is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and is accredited with an “A” Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Jamia Milia Islamia has been ranked 3 under the University category with a score of 67.73.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2024- Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi 

Courses available at Jamia Milia Islamia

Here is the list of courses available at undergraduate and postgraduate level for the candidates:

UG Level

PG Level

BTech- The candidate needs to qualify JEE (main) exam 2024 conducted by NTA (National TestingAgency) BArch- The candidate needs to qualify National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture. BDS- based on the rank of NEETExamination-2024 conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) BA  Arabic, English, Hindi, Mass Media Hindi, History, Islamic Studies, Persian, Urdu, Korean Language, Sanskrit etc. BBA BCom BSc

MA Arabic, English, Hindi, History, Islamic Studies, Persian Urdu, MA Economics, Political Science, Human Rights & Duties Education, Public Administration PG Diploma MA/MSc Development Extension,  MSc MCom business administration

Jadavpur University, Kolkata

(NIRF Rank 9)

Established in 1955, Jadavpur University is known for its courses offered in the field of Technology, Science and Arts. The University is semi-residential and has two campuses – Jadavpur (spread over 58 acres) and Salt Lake (spread across 26 acres). Major disciplines in which Jadavpur University offers courses to students are Humanities, Science, and Engineering and Technology. The Jadavpur University stood at Rank 4 under the University category in NIRF Ranking 2022 with a score 66.07.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2024- Jadavpur University 

Courses available at Jadavpur University

Here is the list of courses available at undergraduate and postgraduate level for the candidates:

UG Level	PG Level
BSc Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geological Sciences, GeographyFood Science and nutrition management, Interior design, etc. BE in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical, Food Technology and Biochemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics etc.  BPEd BBA	MSc in Biotechnology, Mathematics, Applied Geology, Chemistry, Physics, Food and Nutrition etc. MA in Journalism and Mass Communication, Political Science, English, Film studies, Economics, Sociology etc. MCA BEd PG Diploma Courses

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

(NIRF Rank 5)

An internationally recognised university, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is popular for its research-related courses offered under Humanities and Science streams. The university has six centers of advanced studies, 10 departments under the Special Assistance Programme and a large number of specialised research centres. The university claims the title of largest residential university in Asia. The main campus of this central university is spread over an area of 1,300 acres. BHU stood at 6th position with a score of 66.85.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2024- BHU 

Courses available at BHU

Here is the list of courses available at undergraduate and postgraduate level for the candidates:

UG

PG

B.A. (Hons.) Social Sciences B.A. (Hons.) Social Sciences  B.A. LL.B  B.A.(Hons.) Arts  B.Com.(Hons.) / B.Com.(Hons.)-FMM  B.Sc.(Hons.) Agriculture   B.Sc.(Hons.) Biology Group  B.Tech. in Dairy Technology  B.Tech. in Food Technology   B.Voc. (Fashion Technology & Apparel Designing) B.Voc. (Modern Office Management)   B.Voc. in Food Processing & Management  B.Voc. in Hospitality & Tourism Management  B.Voc. in Hospitality & Tourism Management  B.Voc. in Medical Lab Technology   B.Voc. in Retail & Logistics Management  BFA BFA   BPA BPA

BHU will be offering 118 PG courses in various domains like MSc, MA, MTech, MFA, MPH, and other PG degrees through the CUET PG 2024 examination. Before applying to CUET PG registration 2024 , candidates must check the CUET PG eligibility criteria 2024 of the course in which they want to appear. Check BHU PG courses here: BHU CUET PG Courses Offered, Eligibility Criteria and Subject Code

Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal

(NIRF Rank 4)

Formerly known as Manipal University, Manipal Academy of Higher Education is deemed-to-be-university located in the state of Karnataka. The varsity has off-campuses in Mangalore and Bangalore and off-shore campuses in Dubai and Malaysia. The Mangalore campus of the varsity offers courses in medical, dental, and nursing streams. The Bangalore campus offers Regenerative Medicine courses. The Dubai campus offers courses in engineering, management and architecture, and the Melaka (Malaysia) campus offers programmes in medicine and dentistry.  Manipal Academy of Higher Education stood at Rank 7 under the University category with a score 64.98.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2024- Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal

Courses Offered

Faculty	Program Level	Streams / Areas	Sample Degrees Offered
Health Sciences	Undergraduate	Allied Health, Biotherapeutics, Dentistry, Integrative Medicine, Life Science, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, Regenerative Medicine, Virology	BPT, BOT, BASLP, B.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology, B.Pharm, BDS, MBBS
	Postgraduate	MSc in Clinical Psychology, Renal Replacement Therapy, Health Informatics; MPT, MOT, M.Optom; MDS, MD/MS, MCh, DM; MPH, MHA	MSc Medical Imaging Tech, MPT (Neurosciences), MSc Virology, MDS Orthodontics, MD General Medicine, DM Cardiology, MCh Urology
	Doctoral & Super‑Specialty	PhD, DM, MCh, integrated MD‑PhD, fellowship programs	Integrated MD‑PhD, various DM/MCh specialties, clinical fellowships in interventional radiology, oncology, etc.
Technology & Science	Undergraduate	Architecture, Engineering, Design & Arts, Information Science, Natural & Basic Sciences	B.Tech (CS, ECE, Mechanical, Chemical, Mechatronics, Media Technology), B.Arch, B.Des (Fashion, Interior), B.Sc in Animation, B.Sc Sciences
	Postgraduate	M.Tech (AI/ML, EV, IoT), MSc (Biostatistics, Biochemistry), MCA, Integrated MBA	M.Tech Thermal Sciences, MSc Biophysics, MCA, M.Des Urban Design, MA Fashion Management
	Research & Doctoral	PhD in Engineering, Basic Sciences, Design, Information Science	PhD programs across engineering & technology disciplines
Management, Humanities, Law & Social Sciences	Undergraduate	Management, Commerce, Economics, European Studies, IR, Humanities, Languages, Library Science, Media & Communication, Law, Public Policy	BBA, B.Com (Professional, BPS), BA (English, Sociology, European Studies), LL.B, BA Media & Communication
	Postgraduate	MBA, MA, M.Com, MSc Business Analytics, MSc Economics, LL.M, Postgrad Diplomas, Fellowship	MBA Global Business, MA Public Policy, LL.M, MSc Financial Economics, ML&D Marketing Analytics
	Research	PhD in management, humanities, law and social sciences	Doctoral studies available across disciplines

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

(NIRF Rank 7)

Multi-campus, multi-disciplinary research academia, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is known to be one of the best research institutions in India. The university is spread across six campuses in three states of India – Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Various schools/ departments under which the varsity offers different courses to students are Centre for Allied Health Sciences, School of Arts & Science, School of Ayurveda, School of Biotechnology, School of Business, Department of Communication, School of Dentistry, School of Education, School of Engineering, Medicine, Centre for Nanosciences, College of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, and Department of Social Work. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham secured rank 5 with a score of 64.67.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2024- Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham 

Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu

(NIRF Rank 10)

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) was established under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, 1956, and was founded in 1984 as a self-financing institution called the Vellore Engineering College. The Union Ministry of Human Resources Development conferred University status on Vellore Engineering College in 2001. VIT stood at NIRF rank 9 with a score of 64.33.

Read More: NIRF Ranking Report 2023- Manipal Academy of Higher Education 

Courses Offered

Level	Course Name	Specializations / Discipline
UG	B.Tech	CSE (AI/ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Bioinformatics, IoT, Blockchain, Robotics), ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Mechatronics, Chemical, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Fashion Technology
UG	B.Arch	Architecture
UG	B.Des	Industrial Design
UG	B.Sc	Computer Science, Multimedia & Animation, Visual Communication, Physics, Chemistry, Maths
UG	BCA	Computer Applications
UG	BBA (Hons.)	General, Finance, Marketing, HR
UG	B.Com (Hons.)	Accounting, Taxation, Finance
UG	B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture	Agriculture
UG	BA LL.B (Hons.)	Integrated Law with Arts
UG	BBA LL.B (Hons.)	Integrated Law with Management
PG	M.Tech	CSE (AI/ML, Big Data, Cyber Forensics), VLSI, IoT, Power Systems, Structural Engg, Automotive, Embedded Systems, Construction Tech
PG	M.Sc	Biotechnology, Biomedical Genetics, Applied Microbiology, Chemistry, Data Science, Physics, Business Statistics, Economics
PG	MCA	Computer Applications
PG	MBA	General Management
PG	M.Des	Industrial Design
PG	M.Arch	Architecture
PG	MSW	Master of Social Work
PG	LL.M	Corporate Law, IPR, International Law
Integrated	M.Tech (5-year)	Construction Technology & Management
Integrated	M.Sc (5-year)	Software Engineering
Research	Ph.D.	Engineering, Sciences, Law, Management, Social Work, Architecture

University of Hyderabad (UoH), Hyderabad

(NIRF Rank 17)

Located at Telangana, University of Hyderabad (UoH) is considered to be a premier postgraduate teaching and research institution in India. Schools under which the varsity offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses to students are College of Integrated Studies, School of Computer and Information Sciences, SN School of Arts & Communication, School of Humanities, School of Social Sciences, School of Economics, School of Life Sciences, School of Mathematics & Statistics, School of Physics, School of Chemistry, School of Medical Sciences, School of Management Studies, School of Engineering Sciences and Technology, and School of Social Studies. The UoH stood on 10th position in NIRF Rankings 2021 under University Category with a score of 62.09.

Read More:NIRF Ranking Report 2024- University of Hyderabad

Courses available at University of Hyderabad

Here is the list of courses available at undergraduate and postgraduate level for the candidates:

UG Level

PG Level

BSc BTech/ BE BA  BCA

Integrated Courses M.Sc.(5-year Integrated) in Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Chemical Sciences, Systems Biology, Optometry & Vision Sciences, Health Psychology, Earth Sciences, Applied Geology. M.A.(5-year Integrated- Humanities) in English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu, Language Sciences, Philosophy, Sanskrit, and Comparative Literature. M.A.(5-year Integrated Social Sciences) in Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology  MSc in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant Biology and Biotechnology, Biotechnology (Admission will be based on GAT-B Exam Scores), Molecular Microbiology, Animal Biotechnology, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences, Health Psychology, Neural Á Cognitive Science MBA MCA MA in English, Philosophy, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu, Applied Linguistics, Comparative Literature, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Communication (Communication & Media     Studies, Print Journalism & New Media. Television & Radio)

Calcutta University, Kolkata

(NIRF Rank 18)

Founded in 1854, Calcutta University is one of the oldest universities in India. The varsity offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to students under faculties/ institutes such as the Institute of Agricultural Science; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Arts; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Commerce, Social Welfare & Business Management; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Education, Journalism & Library Science; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Engineering & Technology; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Fine Arts, Music and Home Science; Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Law, and Faculty Council for Post-Graduate studies in Science. Calcutta University stood at NIRF rank 8 with a score of 61.14.

Read More: NIRF Ranking 2024- Calcutta University 

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