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India's independent education guide — 143 UGC DEB verified universities · NIRF ranked
INDEPENDENT · 123 UNIVERSITIES · UPDATED 8 OCT 2026

Is your online degree
actually valid?

Independent verification against UGC-DEB, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, and AACSB official sources. No paid rankings. No referral commissions.

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Most searched: Manipal · Amity · NMIMS · LPU · Symbiosis
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UNIVERSITIES TRACKED
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THE PROBLEM

Students pay lakhs for degrees that turn out to be invalid.

Every year, thousands of students enrol in online programs without checking whether the university actually holds UGC-DEB approval. Some universities lose their NAAC grade mid-session. Others claim NIRF ranks from years ago that no longer apply.

The result? A degree that employers question, that government recruitment boards reject, and that costs two to four lakhs you cannot get back.

No other platform in India lets you cross-check a university's live approval status from official sources in one place. That is why we built this tool.

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Outdated accreditation claims

A university website might still display "NAAC A+" even after the grade expired. Our tool checks naac.gov.in directly and shows you the current grade with its validity period.

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Misleading rank claims

Some portals show NIRF 2019 ranks as if they are current. edifyedu.in pulls the latest NIRF 2025 data and separates Overall, University, and Management categories so you can compare accurately.

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Missing regulatory checks

Deemed universities need separate AICTE approval for online MBA and MCA programs. State private universities do not. Most students do not know which rule applies to their university. We flag it clearly.

WHAT GETS CHECKED

Five official sources. One page. Every university.

Each verification report pulls data from the same portals that government recruitment boards use. If a university passes all five checks, your degree is solid for jobs, higher studies, and career growth.

UGC-DEB
ugc.ac.in

Confirms the university is legally allowed to offer online degree programs in India.

Without DEB approval, your degree is not valid for government jobs or higher education.

NAAC
naac.gov.in

Shows the current accreditation grade (A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B) and validity dates.

NAAC grade reflects teaching quality. Employers and loan providers check this before decisions.

NIRF
nirfindia.org

Displays the latest 2025 rank in Overall, University, and Management categories separately.

NIRF is the only government-backed ranking. A university may rank differently in each category.

AICTE
aicte-india.org

Checks if deemed universities have the separate AICTE approval needed for online MBA and MCA.

State private universities are exempt, but deemed universities must have AICTE clearance for technical programs.

AACSB
aacsb.edu

Confirms international business school accreditation, held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.

AACSB signals global recognition. Relevant if you plan to work abroad or pursue international MBA programs.

HOW TO USE

Three steps. Two minutes. Complete clarity.

No signup. No login. No paywall. Search any university and get a full verification report instantly.

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Search for your university

Type the university name in the search bar above. We track 143 UGC-DEB approved online universities. Results appear as you type.

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Read the verification report

Each university page shows its UGC-DEB status, NAAC grade with validity dates, NIRF rank across categories, AICTE clearance, and the last date we verified the data.

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Make a confident decision

Green checkmarks mean the approval is current and verified. If something looks off, use the free helpdesk below to ask a specific question and get a research-backed answer within 48 hours.

METHODOLOGY

How edifyedu.in verifies

Every data point traced to its official government or accreditation source.

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Pull from 5 official portals

UGC-DEB, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, AACSB. No third-party listings. Only government and accreditation body data.

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Cross-check programme by programme

Every online programme matched to its approving entity. We show you exactly which university issues each degree.

796 programmes123 entities
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Refresh every 45 days

Verification data reviewed against official portals every 45 days. Last refresh date shown on every page.

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Explain regulatory nuance

Deemed universities need AICTE for online MBA/MCA. State Private do not. We explain which rule applies.

UGC rulesAICTE norms
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Got a specific question?

Verification answers "Is this university real?" But students always have follow-up questions:

✓Can I apply without an entrance exam?
✓Is this degree valid for SBI / Bank PO jobs?
✓How does X compare with Y for placements?
✓What is the actual fee with hidden costs?
✓Can I switch specialisation midway?

Get a research-backed answer on WhatsApp within 24-48 hours.

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All verified universities

123 approved
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Academy of Maritime Education and Training
Tamil Nadu · 3 programmes
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Adichunchanagiri University
Karnataka · 1 programmes
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Alagappa University
Tamil Nadu · 8 programmes
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Aligarh Muslim University
Uttar Pradesh · 11 programmes
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Alliance University
Karnataka · 3 programmes
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Amity University
Uttar Pradesh · 18 programmes
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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University
Tamil Nadu · 8 programmes
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Andhra University
Andhra Pradesh · 12 programmes
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Anna University
Tamil Nadu · 2 programmes
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Arka Jain University
Jharkhand · 5 programmes
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Assam Don Bosco University
Assam · 2 programmes
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Assam Down Town University
Assam · 4 programmes
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B.S Abdur Rahman Institute of Science and Technology
Tamil Nadu · 3 programmes
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Banasthali Vidyapith
Rajasthan · 11 programmes
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Bangalore University
Karnataka · 10 programmes
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Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research
Tamil Nadu · 3 programmes
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Bharathiar University
Tamil Nadu · 11 programmes
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Bharathidasan University
Tamil Nadu · 10 programmes
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Bharati Vidyapeeth
Maharashtra · 4 programmes
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Birla Institute of Technology
Jharkhand · 1 programmes
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Central Sanskrit University
Delhi · 6 programmes
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Central University of Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh · 5 programmes
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Centurion University of Technology and Management
Odisha · 6 programmes
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Chandigarh University
Punjab · 10 programmes
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Charotar University of Science & Technology
Gujarat · 4 programmes
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Chatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University
Uttar Pradesh · 6 programmes
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Chitkara University
Punjab · 2 programmes
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Christ (Deemed to be University)
Karnataka · 7 programmes
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D.Y. Patil (Navi Mumbai)
Maharashtra · 4 programmes
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Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research
Maharashtra · 5 programmes
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Dayalbagh Educational Institute
Uttar Pradesh · 5 programmes
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Dayanand Sagar University
Karnataka · 5 programmes
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Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University
Uttar Pradesh · 5 programmes
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Desh Bhagat University
Punjab · 13 programmes
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Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
Madhya Pradesh · 3 programmes
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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University
Gujarat · 10 programmes
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Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Pune)
Maharashtra · 3 programmes
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Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
Tamil Nadu · 7 programmes
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G.L.A. University
Uttar Pradesh · 5 programmes
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G.L.S. University
Gujarat · 6 programmes
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Galgotias University
Uttar Pradesh · 8 programmes
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Ganpat University
Gujarat · 3 programmes
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Graphic Era
Uttarakhand · 5 programmes
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Gujarat Technological University
Gujarat · 1 programmes
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Gujarat University
Gujarat · 6 programmes
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Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
Chhattisgarh · 13 programmes
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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha Vishwavidyalaya
Delhi · 4 programmes
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Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology
Haryana · 8 programmes
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Guru Kashi University
Punjab · 13 programmes
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Guru Nanak Dev University
Punjab · 11 programmes
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Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS)
Tamil Nadu · 5 programmes
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ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education
Telangana · 2 programmes
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Delhi · 1 programmes
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IGNOU
Delhi · 141 programmes
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Integral University
Uttar Pradesh · 13 programmes
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International Institute of Information Technology
Telangana · 1 programmes
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Jagannath University
Rajasthan · 5 programmes
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Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
Karnataka · 11 programmes
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Jaipur National University
Rajasthan · 8 programmes
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Jamia Hamdard
Delhi · 8 programmes
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Jamia Millia Islamia University
Delhi · 12 programmes
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Jawaharlal Nehru University
Delhi · 1 programmes
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Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
Uttar Pradesh · 2 programmes
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JSS Academy of Education and Research
Karnataka · 3 programmes
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Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Higher Education
Tamil Nadu · 7 programmes
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Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Odisha · 8 programmes
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Karnataka State Open University
Karnataka · 10 programmes
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Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences
Tamil Nadu · 2 programmes
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Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation
Andhra Pradesh · 8 programmes
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Kurukshetra University
Haryana · 9 programmes
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Lovely Professional University
Punjab · 12 programmes
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Madurai Kamaraj University
Tamil Nadu · 9 programmes
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Maharishi Markandeshwar
Haryana · 6 programmes
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Maharshi Dayanand University
Haryana · 8 programmes
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Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala · 13 programmes
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Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University
Uttar Pradesh · 8 programmes
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Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies
Haryana · 10 programmes
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Mangalayatan University
Uttar Pradesh · 12 programmes
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Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Karnataka · 7 programmes
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Manipal University
Rajasthan · 8 programmes
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Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
Tamil Nadu · 10 programmes
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Marwadi University
Gujarat · 7 programmes
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MATS University
Chhattisgarh · 5 programmes
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Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research
Tamil Nadu · 3 programmes
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Mizoram University
Mizoram · 6 programmes
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Mody University of Science and Technology
Rajasthan · 7 programmes
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Mohan Babu University
Andhra Pradesh · 5 programmes
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Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
Maharashtra · 4 programmes
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Noida International University
Uttar Pradesh · 9 programmes
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P.P. Savani University
Gujarat · 5 programmes
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Parul University
Gujarat · 10 programmes
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S.R.M. Institute of Sciences and Technology
Tamil Nadu · 5 programmes
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SAGE University
Madhya Pradesh · 9 programmes
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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology
Tamil Nadu · 6 programmes
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Savitribai Phule Pune University
Maharashtra · 5 programmes
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Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy
Tamil Nadu · 10 programmes
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Sharda University
Uttar Pradesh · 7 programmes
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Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence
Uttar Pradesh · 1 programmes
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Shivaji University
Maharashtra · 3 programmes
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Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology
Uttar Pradesh · 4 programmes
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Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
Himachal Pradesh · 8 programmes
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Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University
Haryana · 5 programmes
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Shri Ramasamy Memorial University
Sikkim · 6 programmes
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Sikkim Manipal University
Sikkim · 9 programmes
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Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
Tamil Nadu · 1 programmes
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Swami Vivekanand Subharti University
Uttar Pradesh · 2 programmes
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Symbiosis International
Maharashtra · 10 programmes
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Teerthanker Mahaveer University
Uttar Pradesh · 5 programmes
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The NorthCap University
Haryana · 2 programmes
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University of Jammu
Jammu & Kashmir · 2 programmes
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University of Kerala
Kerala · 4 programmes
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University of Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh · 9 programmes
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University of Madras
Tamil Nadu · 9 programmes
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University of Mumbai
Maharashtra · 1 programmes
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University of Mysore
Karnataka · 12 programmes
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University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
Uttarakhand · 8 programmes
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Uttaranchal University
Uttarakhand · 5 programmes
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Vel's Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS)
Tamil Nadu · 2 programmes
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Vellore Institute of Technology
Tamil Nadu · 4 programmes
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Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research
Andhra Pradesh · 6 programmes
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Visvesvaraya Technological University
Karnataka · 13 programmes
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Vivekananda Global University
Rajasthan · 9 programmes
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Yenepoya
Karnataka · 6 programmes
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