| College type | Approx. tuition per year |
|---|---|
| IITs | About ₹2 to 2.5 lakh (fee waivers for family income below set limits) |
| NITs and IIITs | About ₹1.25 to 2 lakh |
| State government colleges | About ₹30,000 to 1.5 lakh |
| Private universities | About ₹1.5 to 4.5 lakh |
Hostel and mess usually add ₹60,000 to 1.5 lakh a year. Most private universities give scholarships on JEE rank or their own test score.
Fee and salary figures are rough ranges seen across colleges in recent years. Check each college's current fee sheet before you decide.