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The questions students and parents ask most, answered with verified data.
How many universities are there in India?
India has more than 1,600 UGC-recognised universities. StudyIndia.ai lists 1,628 of them with verified data on fees, courses, NIRF rankings, NAAC accreditation and admission routes, plus 69,219 affiliated colleges and over 108,000 courses.
How much does it cost to study in India for international students?
Tuition at public Indian universities typically ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹2,50,000 (about $600–$3,000) per year, and hostel plus mess usually adds ₹60,000–₹1,20,000 (about $700–$1,400) per year — a fraction of costs in the UK, USA or Australia. The free StudyIndia.ai Cost Calculator shows real numbers per university in your own currency.
How do I get admission to an Indian university?
There are three main routes: applying directly to the university, applying through the Government of India's Study in India portal, or qualifying through a national entrance exam such as NEET (medicine), JEE (engineering) or CUET. StudyIndia.ai's Admission Pathways guide explains all three step by step.
Are degrees from Indian universities recognised abroad?
Yes — degrees from UGC-recognised Indian universities are widely accepted worldwide. Quality signals to check are the university's NAAC grade (A++ is highest) and NIRF rank (the Government of India's official ranking), both shown and explained on every StudyIndia.ai university page.
Are courses in India taught in English?
Yes. English is the medium of instruction at most Indian universities, especially for engineering, medicine, management and science programmes. StudyIndia.ai's own guides are also available in all 22 official Indian languages.
Is India safe and good for international students?
More than 45,000 international students from over 160 countries study in India each year. Major student cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune and Chennai have large international communities, dedicated hostels and university support offices. StudyIndia.ai's Student Life guides cover safety, everyday life and city-by-city advice.
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