There are many colleges and universities providing professional education in many fields in Telangana.
Following a constitutional change in 1976, it became a joint responsibility of the states and the central government.
A Central University or a Union University in India is established by Act of Parliament and are under the purview of the Department of Higher Education in the Union Human Resource Development Ministry.
In addition, 15 Professional Councils are established, controlling different aspects of accreditation and co-ordination.
The following universities are located in the premises of historical city Hyderabad.