Scores verified on 3 November 2026 by the College For Me counselling team
Quick answer
The best Online MA colleges in India for 2027 on our published method are Chandigarh University Online (66.9/100, about ₹56,000 total, nAAC A+ accreditation), Andhra University (60.7/100, ₹57,500 total, nAAC A++ accreditation), Parul University (60/100, ₹25,000 total, nAAC A++ accreditation). All 8 programs ranked here are UGC-DEB entitled.
Score out of 100 on the method below. Total fee = the full programme fee.
| # | University | Score | Total fee | NAAC | Exam mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandigarh University Online Online MA in English | 66.9 | ≈ ₹56,000 | A+ | Online, proctored | View program → |
| 2 | Andhra University Online MA | 60.7 | ₹57,500 | A++ | Online, proctored | View program → |
| 3 | Parul University Online MA | 60 | ₹25,000 | A++ | Not verified | View program → |
| 4 | Shoolini University Online MA | 56.4 | ₹60,000 | A+ | Online, proctored | View program → |
| 5 | Kurukshetra University Online MA | 55.4 | ₹60,000 | A++ | Not verified | View program → |
| 6 | Sikkim Manipal University Online Online MA in Public Administration | 53.4 | ≈ ₹52,000 | A | Not verified | View program → |
| 7 | Christ University Online MA | 49.4 | ₹75,000 | A+ | Not verified | View program → |
| 8 | Amity University Online Online MA-PPG | 46 | ₹1,38,000 | A+ | Not verified | View program → |
Each pick is the top scorer on the matching part of the method.
Lowest fee
PU
Lowest total fee of all ranked programs (₹25,000).
Strongest brand
PU
Highest combined NAAC and NIRF score.
Working professionals
CUOL
Highest learner-experience score (LMS, online-proctored exams).
Government jobs
PU
UGC-DEB entitled with NAAC A++ — the recognition government recruiters check first.
66.9/100
≈ ₹56,000 total
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60.7/100
₹57,500 total
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60/100
₹25,000 total
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56.4/100
₹60,000 total
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55.4/100
₹60,000 total
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53.4/100
≈ ₹52,000 total
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49.4/100
₹75,000 total
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46/100
₹1,38,000 total
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| Criterion | Weight | How it's scored | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| UGC-DEB entitlement for the session | Gate | Pass, or the program is left out | UGC-DEB entitled list |
| NAAC grade | 25 | A++ 25, A+ 21, A 17, B++ 12, none 0 | NAAC |
| Total fee value | 20 | Cheapest program in the course 20, most expensive 5, scaled between | University fee page |
| NIRF standing | 15 | Top 50: 15, 51–100: 10, 101–200: 6, unranked: 0 | NIRF, current year |
| Learner experience | 15 | LMS platform, online-proctored exams, LMS features listed | University details checked by a counsellor |
| Career support | 15 | Placement partners and placement assistance for online learners | University details and student calls |
| Verified student rating | 10 | CFM review average; programs with fewer than 10 reviews get 5 | CFM reviews |
Disclosure: College For Me may receive a fee from universities when you enrol. It never changes a score — partner and non-partner universities are scored on exactly the same criteria.
On our scoring method, Chandigarh University Online ranks first with 66.9/100. The score combines NAAC grade, total fee, NIRF standing, learner experience, career support and verified student reviews, with the weights published on this page.
Parul University has the lowest total fee among the ranked programs at ₹25,000. Fees change by session and specialisation, so confirm the current figure before you apply.
Yes. Every program on this page is from a university entitled by UGC-DEB to offer degrees in online mode, which UGC treats as equivalent to a regular degree for jobs and higher studies. Check the university on the UGC-DEB entitled list for your admission session.
Programs must pass the UGC-DEB check to be listed. They are then scored out of 100: NAAC grade 25, total fee value 20, NIRF standing 15, learner experience 15, career support 15 and verified student rating 10. Ties go to the lower fee. Partner and non-partner universities are scored the same way.