About ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education
IFHE is a NAAC A++ deemed-to-be university on Shankarapalli Road near Hyderabad, best known for the IBS Hyderabad business school and also running engineering, law, architecture and science programmes.
ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education is a deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, with its campus at Donthanapally on Shankarapalli Road on the western edge of Hyderabad. It is accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade and a CGPA of 3.59. Its constituent schools include the ICFAI Business School, a faculty of science and technology, a law school, a school of architecture and a school of social sciences. Undergraduates can take B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, BCA, BA Economics, several B.Sc tracks, B.Arch, and five-year BA LLB or BBA LLB. Postgraduate choices include MBA, M.Tech, M.Sc, a one-year LLM and PhD in management, engineering, law and other areas.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 5 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 1 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
IFHE accepts online applications through the Apply Now link on its website for UG, PG and PhD programmes. Selection follows the admission test and process set for each programme. Programme fees are published on the Admission and Programme Fee page.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Architecture: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCM); NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 as required by the institution
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: Class 12; At least 45% marks in Class 12
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A++
Where these courses lead
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Anurag University
The English and Foreign Languages University
Maulana Azad National Urdu University
BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
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Frequently asked questions
What is IFHE's NAAC grade?
IFHE holds a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.59 out of 4.
Where is the IFHE campus?
At Donthanapally, Shankarapalli Road, Hyderabad, Telangana (PIN 501203).
Does IFHE offer law?
Yes. Its law school offers BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons) and a one-year LLM.
Is IBS Hyderabad part of IFHE?
Yes, the ICFAI Business School at Hyderabad is a constituent school of IFHE.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- IFHE home page · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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