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Best Colleges in Nainital 2026

Looking for the best colleges in Nainital for 2026? We list 13 verified colleges in Nainital, ranked by NIRF / EduNext rankings. Compare fees, eligibility, cutoffs, placements and reviews — all in one place, with zero spam calls.

Top colleges in Nainital

  1. 1

    Kumaun University DSB Campus Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

    QS Overall #82
  2. 2

    Amrapali Institute of Technology & Science Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

    Indiatoday Overall #204
  3. 3

    Birla Institute of Applied Science Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  4. 4

    Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  5. 5

    Government Girl's Degree College Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  6. 6

    Government Polytechnic Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  7. 7

    Imperial Institute of Management and Technology Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  8. 8

    Inspiration College of Teachers Education Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  9. 9

    Motiram Baburam Government Post Graduate College Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  10. 10

    Renaissance College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

  11. 11

    Uttarakhand Open University Nainital

    Uttarakhand, Nainital

Frequently asked questions

How many colleges are there in Nainital?

There are 13 colleges in Nainital listed on EduNext for 2026 admissions.

Which are the best colleges in Nainital?

Some of the top-ranked options are Kumaun University DSB Campus Nainital, Amrapali Institute of Technology & Science Nainital, Birla Institute of Applied Science Nainital, Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research Nainital, Government Girl's Degree College Nainital. The full ranked list with fees and reviews is above.

How can I apply to these colleges?

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