| Feature | NBA Tier 1 Institutes | NBA Tier 2 Institutes |
|---|---|---|
| Institutions Covered | IITs, NITs, IIITs, Autonomous Institutes, Deemed Universities | Affiliated Colleges under State/Private Universities |
| Curriculum Control | Can design their own curriculum | Follows university-prescribed syllabus |
| Washington Accord Recognition | ✅ Yes (International Recognition) | ❌ No (Only National Recognition) |
| Accreditation Scope | Focused on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) for global standards | Focused on meeting Indian education standards |
| Job & Higher Studies Benefits | Better global job & higher education opportunities | Limited to national job & education opportunities |
| Flexibility in Examination | Autonomous exams and evaluation | University-controlled exams |