Top 6 Universities in India You Should Consider for Higher Education
If you are planning to study technology in India, you probably want to enroll in one of the top universities. Here’s a list of India’s top technological universities and colleges, most of which are featured in the top 250 of last year’s BRICS ranking i.e. the top universities in the five BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa).
1. Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
IISc Bangalore is a specialized public institution which is India’s leader in the BRICS rankings, with 6th place. It even made its debut presence in the overall QS World University Rankings in which it was at the 147th position. Located at the north of Bangalore in the middle of research institutes, IISc Bangalore is regarded as prestigious in the study of technology and engineering. Originally founded in 1909 with only two departments and only 21 students, today IISc has 39 departments on 400 acres and has 3,500 students.
Achieving 33rd position in the QS University Rankings: Asia 2016, IISc Bangalore is one of the world’s best for 12 subjects, including a position it the top 50 for material sciences, and the 100 best for chemical engineering, chemistry and electrical engineering.
2. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)
IITB has achieved 13th place from 16th in the 2016’s BRICS ranking. Founded in 1958, IITB has established itself as one of the leading universities in India. Mainly known for its science and engineering courses, IITB also offers various arts and humanities programs. It builds connections with peer universities both in India and overseas, so as to enhance its study and research programs. It’s located in the scenic Powai area in the northeast of Mumbai and has about 8,000 students.
IITB is ranked one of the best in the world in 14 subjects, including a position in the world’s top 100 for computer science, civil and structural engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electronic and electrical engineering, material sciences, mechanical engineering, and art and design.
3. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH)
Located in the heart of Hyderabad in Kukatpally, JNTUH features an environment of academic excellence having ‘A’ Grade accreditation by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The university excels in choosing bright students from the rural areas through its imperial selection system and honing them based on the requirements of the cutthroat competitive environment and preparing them for the challenges of life. JNTU World is the private website which provides all updates on JNTU Hyderabad results, time tables and downloads options on JNTU Hyderabad question papers.
4. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)
IITD is ranked 15th in the BRICS ranking. Originally founded in 1961 as an engineering college, today it features 11 inter-disciplinary centers, it often overlaps science and engineering programs. It has a 325-acre campus located in the picturesque Hauz Khas area, in the south of New Delhi. There are a number of other universities in its neighboring area, including Jawaharlal Nehru University and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).
5. Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
Ranking 19th position in the BRICS ranking, IITM is another leading Indian university. Founded in 1959, it has about 8,000 students today and its campus in Chennai is the largest economic, cultural and education center in South India. Its location is famous for its scenic beauty and is close to the Guindy National Park.
6. University of Delhi
The highest ranked non-IIT Indian university is the University of Delhi and it ranks 41st in the BRICS ranking. It’s considered to be one of the best multidisciplinary universities in India, it’s made up of 77 affiliated colleges and has around 132,400 students. Established by the British Indian Government in 1922, it is today one of the largest Indian universities, made of two large campuses, North and South, the latter boasting of 69 acres of picturesque hilly terrain.
So, enroll for one of these top universities and head towards a shining career.
