GUJARAT · 2026 RANKINGS
Top Private Universities in Gujarat 2026
Private universities in Gujarat ordered by their published NIRF rank and NAAC grade, with city, number of programmes and annual fee range (approx.). Use it as a starting point, then compare the course you want.
Quick answer: Ordered by NIRF rank and then NAAC grade, the top private universities in Gujarat in MeriDegree's directory are CEPT University, Nirma University, Rai University, Parul University, CHARUSAT, Marwadi University. 8 of the 66 universities listed hold an NIRF rank and 18 hold a NAAC grade.
Ranked by NIRF and NAAC
| # | University | NIRF | NAAC | Programmes | Annual fees (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CEPT UniversityAhmedabad | Top 10 (Architecture) | — | 25 | ₹1,00,000 – ₹5,08,000 |
| 2 | Nirma University, AhmedabadAhmedabad · GSIRF 5 Star | 53 (Management), 29 (Architecture) | A+ | 16 | ₹1,72,000 – ₹4,00,000 |
| 3 | Rai UniversityAhmedabad (Dholka) | 75 | A+ | 43 | ₹35,000 – ₹1,25,000 |
| 4 | Parul UniversityVadodara · GSIRF 4 Star | 101-150 (University) | A++ | 133 | ₹63,000 – ₹6,75,000 |
| 5 | Charotar University of Science & Technology (CHARUSAT)Changa, Anand · GSIRF 5 Star | 101-150 (University) | A+ | 45 | ₹25,000 – ₹2,50,000 |
| 6 | Marwadi UniversityRajkot · GSIRF 4 Star | 101-150 (University) | A+ | 73 | ₹25,000 – ₹1,55,000 |
| 7 | Dhirubhai Ambani University (DA-IICT)Gandhinagar · GSIRF 5 Star | 101-150 (Engineering) | A | 14 | ₹1,00,000 – ₹3,85,000 |
| 8 | Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gandhi NagarGandhinagar · GSIRF 5 Star | 148 (Engineering) | A++ | 24 | ₹1,00,000 – ₹5,50,000 |
| 9 | P.P. Savani UniversitySurat | — | A++ | 39 | ₹48,600 – ₹3,90,000 |
| 10 | Ganpat UniversityMahesana · GSIRF 5 Star | — | A | 79 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| 11 | Kadi Sarva VishwavidyalayaGandhinagar / Kadi | — | A | 37 | ₹33,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| 12 | Navrachana UniversityVadodara | — | A | 30 | ₹69,300 – ₹2,53,000 |
| 13 | R K University, RajkotRajkot · GSIRF 4 Star | — | B++ | 28 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,53,000 |
| 14 | Indus UniversityAhmedabad | — | B++ | 63 | ₹30,000 – ₹2,20,000 |
| 15 | GLS UniversityAhmedabad | — | B++ | 47 | ₹51,500 – ₹5,75,000 |
| 16 | Uka Tarsadia UniversityBardoli, Surat District · GSIRF 3 Star | — | B+ | 57 | ₹34,600 – ₹1,87,000 |
| 17 | Sankalchand Patel UniversityVisnagar, Mehsana | — | B+ | 88 | ₹15,000 – ₹50,00,000 |
| 18 | C. U. Shah UniversityWadhwan City, Surendranagar | — | B | 23 | ₹24,200 – ₹1,30,000 |
| 19 | Ahmedabad UniversityAhmedabad · GSIRF 5 Star | — | A (CGPA 3.25) | 25 | ₹1,75,000 – ₹7,00,000 |
How this list is ordered: NIRF rank first (best published rank), then NAAC grade, then GSIRF rating, then programmes listed. Universities without an NIRF rank or NAAC grade are listed by city below. Fees are tuition only and approximate.
All private universities by city
Ahmedabad (19)
- CEPT University
- Nirma University, AhmedabadNAAC A+
- Rai UniversityNAAC A+
- Indus UniversityNAAC B++
- GLS UniversityNAAC B++
- Ahmedabad UniversityNAAC A (CGPA 3.25)
- LJ University
- JG University
- Sabarmati University
- Silver Oak University
- Monark University
- Shreyarth University
- Kn University
- Skips University
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University
- Anant National University
- Adani University
- Transstadia University
- Lakulish Yoga University
Gandhinagar (10)
- Dhirubhai Ambani University (DA-IICT)NAAC A
- Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gandhi NagarNAAC A++
- Kadi Sarva VishwavidyalayaNAAC A
- Karnavati University
- Gandhinagar University
- Swarrnim Startup & Innovation University
- Swaminarayan University
- Institute Of Advanced Research
- Indian Institute Of Public Health, Gandhinagar
- Gujarat Maritime University
Vadodara (8)
Surat (7)
Rajkot (4)
Anand (3)
Mehsana (3)
Bhavnagar (2)
Junagadh (2)
Patan (2)
Surendranagar (2)
Vapi (2)
Nadiad (1)
Bharuch–Ankleshwar (1)
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Top private universities in Gujarat: FAQs
Which is the best private university in Gujarat?
There is no single best university; it depends on the course and city you want. By published rankings, CEPT University (NIRF Top 10 (Architecture)), Nirma University, Ahmedabad (NIRF 53 (Management), 29 (Architecture)), Rai University (NIRF 75) are at the top of this list. Compare fees, approvals and admission routes for your course before choosing.
How is this list ordered?
Universities with an NIRF rank come first, ordered by their best published rank. The rest are ordered by NAAC grade (A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B), then GSIRF star rating, then the number of programmes listed. MeriDegree does not add its own scores.
Which private universities in Gujarat have NAAC A++?
Parul University, Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gandhi Nagar, P.P. Savani University.
What are the fees at private universities in Gujarat?
Fees depend on the course and university. Most listed B.Tech programmes cost ₹85,000–₹1,30,000 a year (approx.), BBA ₹63,000–₹1,45,000 a year (approx.) and BCA ₹55,000–₹90,000 a year (approx.). Hostel and other charges are extra.
Which cities in Gujarat have the most private universities?
Ahmedabad (19), Gandhinagar (10), Vadodara (8), Surat (7), Rajkot (4).
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