This revised, updated and substantially enlarged edition of the Handbook of universities (includes universities deemed universities, colleges, private universities and prominent educational and research institutions) provides much-needed information on degree and Diploma awarding universities and institutions of National importance that impart General, technical and professional education in India. The distinct feature of the present handbook is that it also includes entries and details of the private universities functioning across the country. It is the most authentic source of information on higher education in India. In this handbook, the universities have been listed in alphabetical order which facilitates easy location of their names. The Handbook provides the names of their vicechancellors, professors and readers as well as their faculties and departments. It also acquaints the readers with the various courses of studies offered by each University. It is hoped that the Handbook in its present form, will prove immensely beneficial to the aspiring students in choosing the best educational institution to suit their intelligence and Aptitude to give a proper shape and direction to their career. In addition, it will also be very useful to the publishers in mailing their publicity materials. Even the suppliers of equipment and services required by various educational institutions will find it helpful.