The document lists the 5 best universities in India: 1. Indian Institute of Science, located in Bengaluru, is a public research university for higher education in science, engineering, design, and management. 2. Banaras Hindu University located in Varanasi, was founded in 1916 and is one of eight public institutions declared as an Institute of Eminence. 3. Delhi University located in Delhi was founded in 1922 and is recognized as an Institute of Eminence for its excellence. 4. The Indian Institutes of Technology are prestigious central government technical institutes known for education excellence, located across India. 5. University of Hyderabad located in Hyderabad was established along the lines of the