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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Netaji Subhas Open University, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal

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Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) is an open university imparting distance education in eastern India. It is the 45th largest university in the world.

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