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11 Best Political Science Universities in India

Of the 11 Political Science universities in India, Shivaji University ranks highest on research impact (688,248 citations). Next come University of North Bengal (#164 in India) and Uttaranchal University (#185 in India). Across the whole list there are 16 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Shivaji University is cited most (688,248 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Public, private and where they are

11 are public and 0 private (100% public).

What the courses look like

By level: 9 master's, 4 bachelor's and 3 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 1–2 years and 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (81% of courses with a stated intake). University College, Thiruvananthapuram offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Political Science in India?

Shivaji University (#49 in India), University of North Bengal (#164 in India) and Uttaranchal University (#185 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Political Science in India?

11 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Political Science course take in India?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4–6 years the next most common.

When do Political Science courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Political Science courses in India?

University College, Thiruvananthapuram, with 3, ahead of Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (2).

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