| State University | Deemed University | |
| Establishment | Created by state government through legislative assembly act | Granted autonomy by the UGC based on academic and research merits |
| Funding | Fully funded by the state government | Self-funded |
| Fee Structure | Regulated and streamlined according to government guidelines | Freedom to set their own fee structure |
| Curriculum | Regulated and aligned with UGC guidelines | Autonomy to design their own courses and curriculum |
| Research | Research programs and activities aligned with government norms | Emphasis on research with credible research output |
| Infrastructure | Facilities and infrastructure as per government provisions | State-of-the-art infrastructure |
| Affiliated Institutes | Can have affiliated colleges and institutes | Generally have a single institution |
| Admission Process | Follows state government guidelines for admissions | Can set their own admission policies and criteria |
| Degree Granting | Authorized to award degrees and diplomas | Authorized to award degrees and diplomas |
| Flexibility | Governed by UGC regulations and guidelines | Autonomy in decision-making and flexibility in operations |