Top 20 Private Engineering Colleges In India: Courses, Ranking And Fees – News18

Last Updated:March 04, 2025, 21:34 IST

According to the NIRF Rankings 2024, VIT Vellore secured the top spot among private engineering institutions in India.

In India, there are more than 942 private engineering colleges that provide courses in civil, chemical, and electrical engineering. Entrance exams such as JEE Mains, VITEEE, BITSAT, SRMJEE, and MET are the main criteria for admission to these prestigious universities.

To help prospective students choose the best universities for career advancement, the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 rankings were released last year. These rankings offer important insights into the performance and quality of education at higher education institutions.

The following is the list of the top 20 private engineering colleges in India according to the NIRF 2024 rankings.

Top 20 Private Engineering Colleges In India

1. VIT University, Tamil Nadu (Rank 11)

One of India’s top privately deemed institutions, VIT provides top-notch academic programs. According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, it is rated between 791 and 800. Among the many courses offered by the university are BCom, BBA, BDes, MBA, MTech, MSW, and PhD programs. Students can also apply for scholarships like the Chancellor Gold Medal, Siddharth Merit Cum Means Award, and K Vora Memorial Award, which is determined by their performance.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (26 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 4.9 Lakh – Rs 7.8 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45-65 per cent

Exams: VITEEE

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (23 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.6 Lakh – Rs 6 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60-65 per cent and Graduation with 60-80 per cent.

Exams: VITMEE and VITEEE.

2. SRM University, Chennai (Rank 13)

The SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), which was established in 1985, is well-known for its SRM Career Centre, a specialised placement division that provides chances for training and placement. Top recruiters like HCL, Wipro, and Axis Bank work with the institution, which is accredited by ICAR and UGC. Reportedly, the maximum salary package offered by the institution is Rs 52 LPA.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (55 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 10 Lakh – Rs 18 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 to 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Mains and SRMJEE

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (36 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 3.2 Lakh – Rs 17.5 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 to 60 per cent and Graduation with 50 per cent.

Exams: SRMJEEE (PG) GATE.

3. BITS Pilani, Rajasthan (Rank 20)

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani is a prestigious university that was founded in 1964 and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate programs in a range of fields. Through its yearly placement drives, students are able to land jobs with well-known companies like IBM, Swiggy, and Nestle.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (27 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 5.3 Lakh – Rs 20.8 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 75 per cent

Exams: BITSAT and CBSE 12th

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (66 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2.4 Lakh – Rs 10.4 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: BITS HD and GATE.

4. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Tamil Nadu (Rank 23)

Amrita University has seven campuses throughout India, with its main branch located in Coimbatore. It offers admissions based on results from entrance exams, including AEEE, JEE Main, CAT, and GMAT and is accredited with a NAAC A++ grade. It has a solid reputation in higher education and is well-known for its excellent academic structure.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (7 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 8 Lakh – Rs 18 Lakh.

Exams: JEE Main and AEEE

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (3 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 3 Lakh

Exams: GATE

5. Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan, Odisha (Rank 26)

This 452-acre private deemed university was founded in 2007 and is situated in Bhubaneswar. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate courses and has both NBA and NAAC A++ accreditation. SAAT results are the main criterion for admission.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (20 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 5.1 Lakh – Rs 12.2 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 to 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and SAAT

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (7 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2.6 Lakh – Rs 3 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 50 per cent.

Exams: GATE and OJEE

6. Thapar University, Punjab (Rank 29)

The Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology was established in 1956 and provides state-of-the-art amenities like libraries, medical facilities, and sports facilities to improve the overall experience of its students. The university has an A+ grade and is accredited by NAAC.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (36 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 10.4 Lakh – Rs 19.6 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and NEET

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (17 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2.4 Lakh – Rs 2.8 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: GATE

7. Amity University, Noida (Rank 30)

Amity University was founded in 2005 and is approved by the AICTE and UGC. The QS World University Rankings 2024 place it between 1001 and 1200. The university provides a wide range of courses and bases admissions decisions on JEE Main, CUET, CAT, and other entrance exam results.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (27 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 7.5 Lakh – Rs 26.4 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 to 60 per cent

Exams: CBSE 12th and UP 12th

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (26 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.6 Lakh – Rs 10.8 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent and graduation with 55-60 per cent.

Exams: CBSE 12th and UP 12th

Courses: MBA/PGDM (5 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 6.8 Lakh – Rs 26.4 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent

Exams: CBSE 12th and UP 12th

8. Chandigarh University, Punjab (Rank 32)

The QS World University Rankings 2025 place Chandigarh University, which was established in 2012, between 691 and 700. By providing merit-based, athletic, and admission exam-based scholarships, the university enables a diverse student body to have access to high-quality education.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (61 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 5.7 Lakh – Rs 14 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 to 70 per cent

Exams: CUCET Chandigarh University and CBSE 12th

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (35 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2.4 Lakh – Rs 5.7 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent and graduation with 55 per cent.

Exams: CUCET Chandigarh University and CUET PG

9. KL University, Guntur (Rank 35)

Offering a range of programs, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University was designated a deemed university in 2009. Students who want to get top placements are drawn to this university because of its average placement package of Rs 6.95 LPA and its highest placement package of Rs 27 LPA.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (20 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 6 Lakh – Rs 11.2 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 to 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and JEE Advanced

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (22 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2.4 Lakh – Rs 3 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 50 per cent.

Exams: GATE and AP PGECET

10. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, Tamil Nadu (Rank 36)

Kalasalingam Academy, which was founded in 1984 and was granted university status in 2006, provides a variety of courses, including MBA, BTech, BA, and MCA. JEE Main, NATA, and KUPGEE are among the entrance tests that determine admission, making it a competitive option for higher education.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (18 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 4 Lakh – Rs 7.4 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and TNEA

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (13 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.4 Lakh – Rs 3 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 per cent and graduation with also 50 per cent.

Exams: GATE

11. KIIT School Of Civil Engineering, Odisha (Rank 37)

Before being founded in 1997, the KIIT School of Civil Engineering was connected to Utkal University. The college offers some courses that have NBA accreditation. Students at KIIT School of Civil Engineering can enrol in undergraduate and graduate courses. These courses are offered in all engineering streams. The college’s flagship programs are MTech and BTech. The college’s faculty members have degrees from both domestic and foreign universities, are well-trained, and are experts in their fields of expertise.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (3 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 9.87 Lakh – Rs 14 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent

Exams: KIITEE

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (7 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 4.8 Lakh – Rs 12 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 per cent and graduation with 55-60 per cent.

Exams: GATE and OJEE

12. SASTRA Deemed University, Tamil Nadu (Rank 38)

SASTRA Deemed University Thanjavur, also known as Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy, is a well-known deemed-to-be university in Tamil Nadu. With an ‘A++’’mark, SASTRA Thanjavur has been re-accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Additionally, the UGC recognises it as a Category I institution. Additionally, the university’s engineering programs are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET), UK.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (45 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.50 Lakh – Rs 7.7 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45-60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and TNEA

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (7 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.4 Lakh – Rs 7.7 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: GATE and JEE Main

13. UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology, Uttarakhand (Rank 42)

Numerous undergraduate and graduate programs in Allied Health Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology, Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry are offered at the UPES School, which is situated in Dehradun. The UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology offers BE/BTech, BPharma, BSc, and MSc as its main programs. Through several programs, the UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology grants scholarships to deserving students. The college has been able to keep its placement record at 100 per cent.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (9 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 16.9 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 per cent

Exams: JEE Main and UPESEAT

Courses: B.Sc (6 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 5.1 Lakh

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50 per cent.

Exams: CBSE 12th and ISC

14. SSN College of Engineering, Tamil Nadu (Rank 46)

SSN institutes associated with Anna University include the SSN College of Engineering (SSNCE). SSN College Chennai provides UG and PG courses to students in the engineering stream through its 12 departments. The School of Advanced Career Education and the School of Management are the two sister institutions of SSN College of Engineering.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (10 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.2 Lakh – Rs 2 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 45-60 per cent

Exams: TNEA and CBSE 12th

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (11 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1 Lakh – Rs 2.5 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 50 per cent.

Exams: GATE and CEETA

15. International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (Rank 47)

The IIIT Hyderabad Gachibowli is a reputable university. The institution was founded in 1998 as a public-private partnership (N-PPP) that is not for profit. With an A++ grade from the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC), it provides students with many undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate programs. IIIT Hyderabad offers two flagship programs: BTech and MTech.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (10 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 10 Lakh – Rs 18 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50-60 per cent

Exams: IIITH UGEE, JEE Main and TS EAMCET

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (6 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.50 Lakh – Rs 8 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: GATE and CEED

Courses: M.Sc. (15 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.20 Lakh – Rs 18 Lakh

Exams: IIITH PGEE

16. Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Jharkhand (Rank 48)

Birla Institute of Technology, BIT Mesra, also known as Mesra Ranchi Jharkhand, is a deemed university that was founded in 1955. The AICTE and UGC have approved BIT Mesra. Students can enrol in UG, PG, PhD, and other degrees at BIT Mesra Ranchi through a variety of departments. These courses are offered in a variety of fields, including engineering and architecture. Students at Birla Institute of Technology can also get help with placement.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (12 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 13.35 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (23 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 4.47 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: GATE

17. Lovely Professional University (LPU), Punjab (Rank 50)

Lovely Professional University (LPU) is a private university in Jalandhar that was founded in 2005. It has an A ++ grade from the NAAC and is accredited by the ACBSP and ICAR. Members of the AIU, IAU, IIE, The Institution of Engineers (India), and ACU include LPU Punjab. LPU is well-known for its main programs, which include MBA and BTech. Students at LPU University can get assistance with placement.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (65 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 6.8 Lakh to Rs 16 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 60 per cent

Exams: JEE Main, CUET and LPU NEST

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18. Graphic Era University, Uttarakhand (Rank 52)

GEIT Graphic Era Institute of Technology (GEIT) was founded in 1996. The Ministry of Human Resource Development authorised UGC to grant the institute university status later in 2008. The university is situated on a 40-acre campus with a lovely, tranquil view. With over 45,000 former students, Graphic Era boasts a sizable alumni base that contributes to the growth of both the university and its student body.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (26 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 10.4 Lakh to Rs 14.8 Lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50-60 per cent

Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, UK 12th , JEE Main and CUET

Courses: MSc (10 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.5 Lakh to Rs 3.08 Lakh

Exams: CUET-PG

19. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMTS) (Rank 53)

Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences is a private university located in Chennai that was founded in 2005. Offering top-notch instruction in a range of fields, including medicine, allied medical education, engineering, dentistry, law, management, physiotherapy, pharmacy, nursing, physical education, and architecture, has earned it national recognition. The institute’s state-of-the-art labs, classrooms, and libraries offer a comprehensive educational environment.

Courses: B.E. / B.Tech (25 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 2 Lakh to Rs 9 lakh.

Eligibility: 10+2 with 50-60 per cent

Exams: TNEA

Courses: M.E./M.Tech (22 courses)

Tuition Fees: Rs 1.2 Lakh to Rs 3 Lakh

Eligibility: Graduation with 60 per cent.

Exams: GATE and CEETA

20. Manipal School of Information Sciences (Rank 56)

Established in 1998 in Manipal, the Manipal School of Information Sciences (MSOIS) is associated with Manipal University. The institute provides courses in data sciences, medical software, embedded systems, and VLSI. Through partnerships with institutions including ESIGELEC, Virginia Commonwealth University, and St. Cloud State University, MSOIS provides credit programs to its students.

Courses: M.E. in VLSI Design

Tuition Fees: Rs 4 lakh.

Exams: Karnataka PG CET and MET

Courses: M.E. in Cloud Computing

Tuition Fees: Rs 4 Lakh to Rs 5 Lakh

Exams: Karnataka PG CET and MET.