The English and Foreign Languages University

The English and Foreign Languages University in Hyderabad is a central university with a single, sharply defined mission: the study and teaching of English and foreign languages. Established in 1958 and earlier known as CIEFL, it is the country's reference institution for English language education, linguistics and literature, and its teacher-training and research programmes have shaped how English is taught across Indian classrooms. It holds an A grade from NAAC, and central university status keeps fees very low. The campus sits in Hyderabad, giving students a major city's resources at moderate cost. It suits students committed to languages, linguistics, literature or language pedagogy — a specialised academic path — rather than those wanting a general-purpose university with professional courses.