Ashoka University (Sonipat, Haryana)

Ashoka University, located in Sonipat, Haryana, is widely recognized as a pioneer in Liberal Studies in India. With its mission to nurture future leaders and thinkers across diverse disciplines, Ashoka offers one of the most unique Liberal Arts programs in the country.

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Degree Offered : 4-year BA/BSc (Honours / Honours with Research)

Ashoka University courses include a wide array of majors, minors, and interdisciplinary programs within its Liberal Studies program, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals.

Note:

• All foundation courses are compulsory
• Students study foundation courses for 1st 3 semester (1.5 years) & then choose their major & minor
• Students can choose 1 major or 1 major & 1 minor
• All majors can be taken as minor also
• Interdisciplinary majors are the joint majors where student can choose 2 subjects as their major
• Students can choose 1 major only out of disciplinary majors and interdisciplinary majors
• Minor can be taken as minor only

Structure and Curriculum

Ashoka University’s undergraduate programme features a well-structured curriculum comprising four essential categories:

1. Foundation Courses
2. Major Courses (Interdisciplinary Majors)
3. Co-Curricular Courses
4. Internship

Note: Foundation Courses - Compulsory for ALL, students study these courses till 3rd semester and select their Major by the third semester.

Co-Curricular Courses - Every semester, Ashoka University offers several 2-credit Co-curricular Courses in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Languages. Classes for these courses normally meet in the evenings once a week for two hours. Co-curricular Courses are a mixture of practical training in an art form (e.g. dance, theatre, music, painting, ceramics) or a language (e.g. French, Latin, Urdu) and critical analysis of the aesthetic, social, political, economic, and historical dimensions of the same. Students have to take 2 Co-curricular Courses as part of their graduation requirements; in any semester, a student can take a maximum of 1 Co-curricular Course.

Eligibility

A candidate is eligible to receive a firm offer of admission from Ashoka University based on their overall performance in their academic and non-academic pursuits as well as their performance in the Assessment and Interview Rounds. academic parameters requires a candidate to submit grades/scores from Grades X to XII. In the absence of Grade XII/Equivalent examination final scores, a candidate is required to submit Predicted Grades, which is considered as an indication of their performance in their final Grade XII/Equivalent examination results. However, no firm offers or decisions will be taken based on only the Predicted Grades of the candidate.

Students studying under the CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education), NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling), ISC (Indian School Certificate), ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education), and State Boards are also eligible to apply for the undergraduate programme at Ashoka University.

Admission Process:

• Ashoka Aptitude Assessment
• On-the-Spot Essay
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Letter of Recommendation (LOR)
• Personal Interview
• Profile

FLAME University (Pune, Maharashtra)

FLAME University offers one of India’s most flexible UG liberal education programs with 20 majors, 24 minors, and 240+ combinations. Its unique foundation courses span critical thinking, global studies, and fine arts, while experiential programs like the Discover India Project and internships ensure strong real-world exposure.

This approach gives students the flexibility to customize their academic path that blends their interests with their professional objectives.

Courses Offered

4-year Undergraduate Programs (B.A., B.Sc., BBA, BBA-Communications Management, B.Des) Three-year exit options (B.A./B.Sc./BBA/BBA(CM)) aligned with NEP 2020 available. B.Des is a four-year program.

Structure and Curriculum

FLAME offers both three-year and optional four-year undergraduate programs with the degree nomenclature determined by the major that the student chooses to pursue

3-year Undergraduate degrees and their majors.

1. B.A. - Economics, Psychology, Literary & Cultural Studies, International Studies, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, Sociology.
2. B.A. (Hons) - Economics
3. B.Sc. - Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science and Economics*, Computer Science and Design
4. B.Sc. (Hons) - Computer Science
5. BBA - Finance, Business Analytics, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Operations, General Management**, Design Management
6. BBA (Communications Management) - Advertising & Branding, Digital Marketing & Communications, Film & Television Management, Communication Studies

Optional 4-year Undergraduate degrees and their majors. All 4-year Undergraduate programs lead to Honours degrees.B.A. (Hons) - Economics, Psychology, Literary & Cultural Studies, International Studies, Environmental Studies, Journalism, Public Policy, Sociology

• B.Sc. (Hons) - Applied Mathematics, Data Science and Economics*, Computer Science, Computer Science and Design
• BBA (Hons) - Finance, Business Analytics, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Operations, Design Management
• BBA (Communications Management) (Hons) - Advertising & Branding, Digital Marketing & Communications, Film & Television Management.

Note:

Interdisciplinary majors. Not offered as minors. Only offered as majors. No minor combination possible.

Only available as major in the 3-year undergraduate program.

3-year undergraduate honours program available without minors

Eligibility

In the case of Higher Secondary School Certificate (or an equivalent qualification) or State Boards, CBSE and CISCE (Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations), the applicant should have passed 12th standard final examination.

In order to be eligible to pursue 3-year and 4-year programs with major in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Design, and Data Science and Economics, the candidate has to pass Mathematics as one of the subjects at 12th or equivalent level (Subject to additional requirements mentioned in the academic handbook).

In order to be eligible to pursue 3-year and 4-year programs with a major in Economics, it is desirable that the candidate has passed Mathematics as one of the subjects at 12th or equivalent level. However, the candidates who haven't done Mathematics in their 12th Standard can also pursue Economics as a Major provided they pass the following two courses in the first year of the undergraduate program: 1) Precalculus[2 credits]; and 2) Introductory Calculus [2 credits].

Admission Process:

• Admission Test (FEAT/SAT/ACT)
• Essay
• Online Personal Interview
• Past Academic Record
• Extracurricular Activities/Achievements
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Krea University (Sri City, Andhra Pradesh )

School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS)

Krea University, located in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, is a young and innovative institution focused on holistic education. Its School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS) follows the unique Interwoven Learning model, which blends sciences, humanities, and business to give students an interdisciplinary perspective. This approach helps them think critically, connect ideas across fields, and apply knowledge to real-world challenges.

Courses Offered

4-year BA, BSc, BA (Honours), BSc (Honours)
Students can choose to exit at varied points in their learning journey and gain the following degrees:

• Exit after three years with the BA or BSc degree
• On completion of four years get a BA (Honours) or BSc (Honours) degree

Structure and Curriculum

Majors, Minors, and Interdisciplinary Majors Offered
Krea University offers a flexible curriculum, allowing students to choose from a variety of majors, minors, and interdisciplinary combinations. This flexibility lets students pursue their passions while gaining a broader understanding of other fields.

Division of Humanities and Social Sciences

• Business Studies (Minor)
• Economics (Major)
• Economics and Environment Studies (Joint Major)
• History (Major)
• Philosophy (Minor)
• Politics (Major)
• Politics and History (Joint Major)
• Sociology and Social Anthropology (Major)

Division of Sciences

• Biological Sciences (Major)
• Chemistry (Major)
• Computer Science (Major)
• Data Science (Major)
• Environmental Studies (Major)
• Mathematics (Major)
• Physics (Major)
• Psychology (Major)

Division of Literature and the Arts

• Global Arts (Minor)
• Literature (Major)
• Literature and Arts (Joint Major)

Eligibility

• Applicants must have completed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board.
• Students from all streams - Science, Commerce, and Arts are welcome.

Admission Process:

1. ONLINE APPLICATION: The online application form consists of following sections:
   • Personal Story (SOP)
   • Personal Information
   • Scores from grades 9-12, Grade 12 predicted scores (self-predicted/school predicted)
   • Co-curricular, and extracurricular activities
2. ONLINE ASSESSMENT: Students who submit the application with all the relevant documents will appear for Krea Assessment Test (80 minutes) that comprises of the following four sections:
   • Problem-Solving
   • Critical Thinking & Verbal Ability
   • Numeric Reasoning
   • Writing Skills
3. PERSONAL INTERACTION/ INTERVIEW: Following a review of the application and the student’s performance in the Krea Assessment Test, applicants will move into the next stage of the Admissions process, which comprises of the Personal Interaction. Personal interaction will be held with students on a one-on-one basis, and the panel will comprise members of faculty.

Plaksha University (Mohali, Punjab )

Plaksha University (est. 2021 under the Punjab State Private Universities Policy, 2010) is reimagining tech education and research through collective governance and a founding community of entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and scholars. With global partners (Cornell, UC Berkeley, Penn Engineering, Purdue, Brigham and Women’s/Harvard), it pairs a strong doctoral ecosystem and four interdisciplinary research centres (clean energy, sustainable agriculture, water security, equitable health) with an innovative undergraduate “Freshmore” curriculum that blends design, humanities, modern computing, and core sciences - free of traditional silos - fostering an agile, entrepreneurial culture.

Courses Offered

• B. Tech in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• B. Tech in Robotics & Cyber-Physical Systems
• B. Tech in Biological Systems Engineering
• B. Tech in Data Science, Economics & Business

Only available for Science & Commerce with Math students.
Applicants with Physics and Biology but without Mathematics in grade 12 will need to pass a math assessment test administered online by Plaksha University to be eligible for admission.

Eligibility

• Applicants should be currently enrolled in, or have successfully completed, grade 12 of a 10+2 system from a recognized National or International board or its equivalent with adequate proficiency in English.
• All majors at Plaksha University have a strong foundation in Mathematics, Physics, and Computing.
  • Applicants must have studied either (1) Mathematics or (2) Physics and Biology until Grade 12.
  • Applicants with Physics and Biology but without Mathematics in grade 12 will need to pass a math assessment test administered online by Plaksha University to be eligible for admission.

Admission Process:

Applicants will be required to submit at least one of the following scores with their Application (Including SOP & LOR):

• Grade 12 (or equivalent) Board
• Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main
• American College Testing (ACT)
• Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)
• Certification of Mathematics proficiency (as defined above) for students with Biology and Physics

Students who apply using only predicted scores or have not submitted a certification of Mathematics proficiency will be eligible for a conditional offer of admission.

Azim Premji University (Bengaluru and Bhopal )

Azim Premji University (founded 2010 by the Azim Premji Foundation) is a not-for-profit university focused on building a just, equitable, and sustainable society. With residential campuses in Bengaluru and Bhopal, it offers 4-year BA/BSc programmes. Learning blends strong academics with field immersion and research through centres on sustainability, livelihoods, and local democracy.
Generous need-based scholarships and a social-impact ethos prepare graduates for meaningful public, private, and nonprofit roles.

Courses Offered

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Courses:

• Economics
• English
• History
• Philosophy
• Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
• Social Science

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.):

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science and Sustainability
• Information Sciences
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Psychology

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.):

• B.Sc. B.Ed. (for students specializing in Biology, Physics, or Mathematics)

Eligibility

Students who are currently pursuing or have completed Grade 12 or its equivalent from a recognized board in India or abroad (such as ISC, CBSE, State Boards, NIOS, IB, or Cambridge International A levels) are eligible to apply for our Undergraduate programmes. At the time of joining, the proof of successful completion of Grade 12 or its equivalent must be submitted.
Upper age limit to apply for our Undergraduate programme is 21 years as of 31 Jul 2025. However, in exceptional cases, we may consider applicants over the age of 21.

Admission Process:

There are three steps in the application and selection process:

• Step 1: Online Application
• Step 2: National Entrance Test OR performance based on external tests (The university accepts scores obtained in CUET-UG/JEE/ SAT)
• Step 3: Interview

Ahmedabad University (Navrangpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat)

Ahmedabad University (est. 2009 by the Ahmedabad Education Society) is a private, non-profit research university with a liberal, interdisciplinary ethos. It comprises the Amrut Mody School of Management, School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering & Applied Science, and specialised centres such as Heritage Management and VentureStudio. Undergraduate options span BA/BCom/BS/BTech with flexible curricula and cross-registration. Admissions follow a holistic review with a personal statement and faculty interaction; the University holds NAAC “A” accreditation.

Courses Offered

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours): Majors: Economics, History, Philosophy, History and Languages, Psychology, Social and Political Sciences
• Bachelor of Science (Honours): Majors: Computer Science, Engineering Physics, Mathematical and Computational Sciences, Physics
• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours): Major: Accounting
• Bachelor of Commerce (Professional): Designed for students pursuing professional qualifications like CA, ACCA, CS, CMA, CPA, CFP, CFA alongside their degree.
• Bachelor of Science in Management (Honours): Majors: Accounting and Finance, Business Analytics, Finance and Economics, Finance, Human Resource and Organisations, Marketing, Operations Management, Operations Research and Statistics, Supply Chain Management
• Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech): Majors: Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Eligibility

The General Eligibility requirement for admission to Bachelors’ and Integrated Masters’ Programmes is the Class 12 examination, or its equivalent.

Programme Specific Guidelines

• Management & Commerce: Commerce or Management at the school level are not compulsory.
• Humanities & Social Science: The Arts stream at the school level is not compulsory.
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science is open to anyone who has completed Class 12 or equivalent with Mathematics as a subject.
• Eligibility for Life Science: Students with Biology, Physics, Chemistry subjects in the 12th standard.
• Eligibilty for Physics: Physics and Mathematics in Class 12 are compulsory.

Note: Students without Mathematics as a subject in the 12th standard - Candidates who have been admitted to the university in another Major or Undeclared Major/Programme and who do not have Mathematics at Class 12, will have to take prescribed courses at the university and achieve a satisfactory grade in those courses as prescribed by the University (Please see Programme description for details) before they can apply for a change in Major to Computer Science.
- Candidates who have been admitted to the university in another Major or Undeclared Major/Programme and who do not have these subjects at Class 12, will have to take prescribed courses at the university and achieve a satisfactory grade in those courses as prescribed by the University (Please see Programme description for details) before they can apply for a change in Major to Life Science

Admission Process:

• Admission at Ahmedabad is designed to recognise individuality and to understand the unique context of every student who applies.
• We review your Application in a holistic way, considering your academic scores, and taking time to understand your fit with the Ahmedabad University culture and the way of life. (Application Includes SOP & LOR)
• The University follows a holistic review - they assess academics, your application materials, and fit. Shortlisted applicants are called for a Personal Interview.
• We encourage diversity and seek to create a fair and equitable opportunity as you aspire to learn at the University. We encourage students from different cultures, states and socio-economic strata.
• Note for BTech (SEAS) In Gujarat, engineering admissions are conducted via GUJCET counselling timelines or JEE score
• The University offers both, Merit-based and Need-based Scholarships.

Karnavati University (Gandhinagar, Gujarat)

Karnavati University (KU) is a state private university established in 2017 at Uvarsad, near Gandhinagar (Gujarat) by the Karnavati Medical & Educational Trust under the Gujarat Private Universities (Amendment) Act. It is UGC-recognized and a member of ACU, offering interdisciplinary UG/PG programmes through institutes such as UID (Design), UWSL (Law), USLM (Liberal Arts & Mass Communication), UIT (Technology/B.Tech), UIM (Management), and Karnavati School of Dentistry, with a doctoral arm via Karnavati School of Research.

Courses Offered

BA (Hons )-Liberal Arts

• English Literature
• Event Management
• Political Science & Public Affairs

B.Sc (Hons)- Liberal Arts

• Psychology

B.Com (Hons)-Liberal Arts

• Economics & Accounts

Eligibility

A Pass in the 10+2 examination or equivalent of any recognized board in India with 50% marks for General Category, 45% marks for OBC (Non-creamy layer) and SC/ST/PWD candidates.

Admission Process:

Admission is based on the CUET SCORE (PROGRAM-WISE SUBJECT CHOICES)

Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) (Gandhinagar, Gujarat)

Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar formerly Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU), was established on 4 April 2007 by Gujarat Energy Research & Management Institute of the GSPC Group, Government of Gujarat. It is a leading private university known for its focus on energy and technology alongside strong programmes in engineering, management, and liberal studies. With modern labs, interdisciplinary curricula, and active industry partnerships, PDEU emphasizes hands-on learning, internships, and research. The vibrant residential campus hosts centres for innovation and incubation, preparing students for high-impact careers and higher studies in India and abroad.

Courses Offered

• B.Tech: Computer Science & Business System, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Information & Communication Technology, Mechanical, Petroleum, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Cyber Security
• 3 Year B.Sc. / 4 Year B.Sc.(Hons.) / 5 Years Integrated M.Sc.: Physics, Chemistry, Data Science, M athematics & Computing
• Liberal Arts: BA (Hons.)
  
  • Economics
  • Psycology
  • Mass communication
  • English
  • Governance & public administration
  • International relations
  • Indic studies
  • Digital Humanities
• B.Com. (Hons.)
  
  • Finance & Accounts
  • BFSI & Fintech
  • Marketing & Management
  • Entrepreneurship & International Trade
• BBA (Hons.)
  
  • Marketing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Finance

Eligibility

• For B.Tech: A candidate should have secured a rank in Paper - 1 of JEE (Main)
  AND
  A candidate should have passed the Qualifying Examination with minimum 45% marks (40% in case of SC / ST) in aggregate in theory and practical of Physics & Maths (with Chemistry or Vocational Subject as per the guidelines of ACPC) from single board.
• For Others: A Pass in the 10+2 examination or equivalent of any recognized board in India with 45% marks, 40% marks in case of SC / ST.

Admission Process:

• Review of Application
• Academic Scores
• For B.tech: Score of JEE (Main) & Application
• For B.Sc (Hons.): 12th Marks, Application and Personal Interview

University of Southampton Delhi (Gurugram, Haryana)

University of Southampton Delhi (Delhi–NCR) is the first Russell Group / global Top-100 university to open a UGC-approved campus in India under NEP 2020. Located at International Tech Park, Gurugram (Sector 59), it offers UK-equivalent degrees taught in English, with initial programmes in Business, Accounting & Finance, Computer Science, Creative Computing, Economics and Software Engineering. Students will study on a purpose-built campus in India with opportunities to spend time at Southampton’s UK/Malaysia campuses.

Courses Offered

• B.Sc (Hons.) Accounting and Finance - 3 years
• B.Sc (Hons.) Business Management - 3 years
• B.Sc (Hons.) Computer Science - 3 years
• B.Sc (Hons.) Economics - 3 years

Eligibility

• B.Sc (Hons.) Accounting and Finance - Students need not have studied accountancy before; prior knowledge of accountancy is helpful but not essential.
• B.Sc (Hons.) Business Management - Students from diverse backgrounds with a keen interest in business are encouraged to apply. They would require a basic level of mathematics.
  
  • Council Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (CICSE): 78% and above, plus 75% and above in Standard X Maths
  • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE): 78% and above, plus 75% and above in Standard X Maths
  • State Boards: 83% and above, plus 75% and above in Standard X Maths
  • International Baccalaureate: 34 points and above, including 17 points at Higher Level and 4 points in Maths and English at Standard level
  • A Levels: AAB, plus Grade B or above in GCSE Maths
• B.Sc (Hons.) Computer Science
  
  • Council Indian School Certificate of Education (CISCE): 82% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE): 82% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • State Boards: 87% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate: 38 points and above, including 19 points at Higher level, including 6 at Higher Level Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level (Applications and Interpretations)
  • A levels: A*AA including Grade A and above in Mathematics
• B.Sc (Hons.) Economics - Students who meet the overall academic and Mathematics scores for Grade 12 can apply. Those who have studied academic disciplines in the Humanities or Commerce or Sciences including subjects such as Political Science or Business Studies can apply for the Programme. Mathematics is a required subject. Students need not have studied Economics before.
  
  • Council Indian School Certificate of Education (CISCE): 78% and above, with 75% and above in Mathematics
  • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSC): 78% and above, with 75% and above in Mathematics
  • State Boards: 82% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate: 34 points and above, including 17 points at Higher level including 5 at Higher Level Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches, or Applications and Interpretation)
  • A Levels: AAB, including Grade B in Mathematics

English language requirement (For all courses)
University accepts several ways of meeting our English language requirement. These include:

• IELTS Test, with scores of 6.5 overall (6.0 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening)
• Other tests as listed on our website (UKVI Secure English Language Tests, IELTS Academic UKVI, SELT (including One Skill retake), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic UKVI SELT, LanguageCert Academic UKVI SELT, Skills for English UKVI SELT, Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE) UKVI SELT, Tests taken at a test centre:IELTS Academic (including One Skill Retake), TOEFL iBT, Pearson Test of English Academic, LanguageCert Academic (non-SELT), C2 Proficiency (formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency CPE), C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced CAE), Online English Language Tests:Duolingo English Test, IELTS Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition)
• An approved academic qualification having the required grade
  - If you’ve been taught and assessed in English, including at a CBSE or CISCE school, for your final 4 years of high school, and have achieved at least 70% in English Language, we may be able to accept this as evidence of your English language ability.

Admission Process:

• Academic Scores
• Personal Statement (SOP)
• A Reference Letter to Understand (LOR)
• Strong Profile of the Candidate