How many universities are recognized by UGC in India?

India has over 1,200 recognized universities, including Central Universities, State Universities, Deemed-to-be Universities, and Private Universities, governing over 40,000 higher education colleges nationwide.

What is the difference between a Central and a State University?

Central Universities are established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the Union Ministry of Education via UGC. State Universities are established by an Act of the respective State Legislature and funded primarily by state governments.

How can I find affiliated colleges and exam timetables for a university?

On IndCareer, click on any university card to view its comprehensive profile, including all affiliated colleges, official exam time tables, syllabus updates, and latest results.

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Jamia Millia Islamia University, Delhi

Delhi, Delhi

2 Affiliated Colleges

Jamia Millia Islamia (Translation: National Islamic University) is an Indian Central University located in New Delhi. It was originally established at Aligarh in United Provinces, India in 1920. It became a Central University by an act of t...

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Central University UGC Recognized Estd. 1965

National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), New Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi

The National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA), established by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, is a premier organization dealing with capacity building and research in planning an...

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