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18 Best Mathematics Universities in India

Of the 18 Mathematics universities in India, National Institute of Technology Rourkela ranks highest on research impact (1,026,019 citations). Shivaji University (#49 in India) and Indian Statistical Institute (#52 in India) complete the top three. The universities on this list offer 23 matching courses between them.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. National Institute of Technology Rourkela has the largest research record in this group, with 1,026,019 citations and an h-index of 252. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Public, private and where they are

The split is 18 public to 0 private institutions.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 12 bachelor's, 8 master's, 2 phd / doctorate and 1 diploma. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (91% of courses with a stated intake). University College, Thiruvananthapuram offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in India for Mathematics?

National Institute of Technology Rourkela (#37 in India), Shivaji University (#49 in India) and Indian Statistical Institute (#52 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Mathematics in India?

18 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Mathematics course take in India?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Mathematics courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Mathematics courses in India?

University College, Thiruvananthapuram, with 3, ahead of University of Kota (3).

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