Top Engineering Colleges in Karnataka 2026

Updated on - Nov 05, 2025 12:47 AM IST

Some of the popular Engineering colleges in Karnataka include Gulbarga University, Sapthagiri NPS University, Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore, Kishkinda University, Polaris School of Technology, GM University, Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science, S-VYASA University, RCUB, University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur. Karnataka has a total of 479 colleges that offer Engineering courses. Out of these, 33 are government colleges and 360 are privately owned. The average fee for Engineering colleges in Karnataka ranges from INR 3,990 - INR 24,00,000. For admission, candidates need to appear for the OJEE, CAT, UGC, CBSE 10th, NIFT Entrance Exam, GRE, CUET PG, PESSAT, SVUCET, CSIR NET as part of the selection criteria. Some colleges like Gulbarga University, Sapthagiri NPS University, Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore, Kishkinda University, Polaris School of Technology, GM University, Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science, S-VYASA University, RCUB, University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur also conduct their own entrance tests for admission. Others may accept direct admission based on merit in the qualifying exam.

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  • RatingGulbarga, Karnataka
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Gulbarga University is a None University, established in 1980. Gulbarga University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Gulbarga, Karnataka. Masters are one of the most popular programs at Gulbarga University offered for a duration of 2 Years. Read More
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    2,00,000 - 2,50,000 Engineering

Sapthagiri NPS University is a Private Institute, established in . Sapthagiri NPS University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Sapthagiri NPS University offered for a duration of 4 Years. Sapthagiri NPS University B.Tech fees is INR 2,00,000 - INR 2,50,000. Read More
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    1,56,250 Engineering

Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, Diploma, Certificate, B.E., Licence are one of the most popular programs at Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore offered for a duration of 4 Years. Sha-Shib Minority Welfare and Education Society Bangalore B.Tech, Diploma, Certificate, B.E., Licence fees is INR 1,56,250. Read More
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  • RatingBellary, Karnataka
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    1,00,000 - 2,25,000 Engineering

Kishkinda University is a Private Institute, established in . Kishkinda University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bellary, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Kishkinda University offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. Kishkinda University B.Tech, M.Tech fees is INR 1,00,000 - INR 2,25,000. Read More
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    6,25,000 Engineering

Polaris School of Technology is a Private Institute, established in 2024. Polaris School of Technology is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Polaris School of Technology offered for a duration of 4 Years. Polaris School of Technology B.Tech fees is INR 6,25,000. Read More
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  • RatingDavangare, Karnataka
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    1,25,000 - 2,50,000 Engineering

GM University is a Private Institute, established in 2001. GM University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Davangare, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech are one of the most popular programs at GM University offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. GM University B.Tech, M.Tech fees is INR 1,25,000 - INR 2,50,000. Read More
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  • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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    1,00,000 Engineering

Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science is a Private Institute, established in 1991. Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science offered for a duration of 4 Years. Christ Imperial Institute of Management & Science B.Tech fees is INR 1,00,000. Read More
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  • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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    3,00,000 Engineering

S-VYASA University is a Deemed University University, established in . S-VYASA University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at S-VYASA University offered for a duration of 4 Years. S-VYASA University B.Tech fees is INR 3,00,000. Read More
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RCUB is a Public University, established in 2010. RCUB is one of the best Engineering colleges in Belagavi, Karnataka. Masters are one of the most popular programs at RCUB offered for a duration of 3 Years. Read More
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  • RatingRaichur, Karnataka
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    12,000 - 2,46,253 Engineering

University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur is a Government University, established in 1932. University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur is one of the best Engineering colleges in Raichur, Karnataka. B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, PhD are one of the most popular programs at University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. University Of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, PhD fees is INR 12,000 - INR 2,46,253. Read More
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IIIT Raichur is a Government Institute, established in . IIIT Raichur is one of the best Engineering colleges in Raichur, Karnataka. B.Tech, PhD, B.Tech+MBA, M.Phil+PhD are one of the most popular programs at IIIT Raichur offered for a duration of 3-4 Years. Read More
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    2,60,000 Engineering

NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Mangalore : NIAT is a None Institute, established in . NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Mangalore : NIAT is one of the best Engineering colleges in Mangalore, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Mangalore : NIAT offered for a duration of 4 Years. NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Mangalore : NIAT B.Tech fees is INR 2,60,000. Read More
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    2,00,000 Engineering

NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Bangalore: NIAT is a None Institute, established in . NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Bangalore: NIAT is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Bangalore: NIAT offered for a duration of 4 Years. NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies Bangalore: NIAT B.Tech fees is INR 2,00,000. Read More
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  • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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    1,00,000 Engineering

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Sampurna Group of Institutions is a Private Institute, established in 2010. Sampurna Group of Institutions is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.E. are one of the most popular programs at Sampurna Group of Institutions offered for a duration of 4 Years. Sampurna Group of Institutions B.E. fees is INR 1,00,000. Read More
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    84,821 - 6,00,610 Engineering

Dayananda Sagar Institutions is a Private Institute, established in 1960. Dayananda Sagar Institutions is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, B.Arch, B.E., M.Arch, B.E. + M.E. are one of the most popular programs at Dayananda Sagar Institutions offered for a duration of 2-5 Years. Dayananda Sagar Institutions B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, B.Arch, B.E., M.Arch, B.E. + M.E. fees is INR 84,821 - INR 6,00,610. Read More
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Bangalore University is a Public University, established in 1964. Bangalore University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, PhD, B.Arch are one of the most popular programs at Bangalore University offered for a duration of 4-5 Years. Read More
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  • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research is a Private Aided University, established in 1989. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. PhD are one of the most popular programs at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research offered for a duration of 2 Years. Read More
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Central University of Karnataka is a Central University University, established in 1940. Central University of Karnataka is one of the best Engineering colleges in Kalaburagi, Karnataka. B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, Certificate, PhD, M.E. are one of the most popular programs at Central University of Karnataka offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. Read More
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    Bangalore North University is a State University University, established in 2017. Bangalore North University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Kolar, Karnataka. are one of the most popular programs at Bangalore North University offered for a duration of 2 Years. Read More
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    • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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      90,000 - 3,00,000 Engineering

    GITAM University Bangalore is a Deemed to be University Institute, established in 2012. GITAM University Bangalore is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, B.Tech+MS are one of the most popular programs at GITAM University Bangalore offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. GITAM University Bangalore B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, B.Tech+MS fees is INR 90,000 - INR 3,00,000. Read More
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    • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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      2,05,000 - 3,25,000 Engineering

    Chanakya University is a Private (State University) Institute, established in 2022. Chanakya University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, Masters are one of the most popular programs at Chanakya University offered for a duration of 4 Years. Chanakya University B.Tech, Masters fees is INR 2,05,000 - INR 3,25,000. Read More
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    • RatingBengaluru, Karnataka
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      3,50,000 - 4,50,000 Engineering

    NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design is a Private Institute, established in 2016. NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Arch, B.Plan are one of the most popular programs at NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design offered for a duration of 4-5 Years. NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design B.Arch, B.Plan fees is INR 3,50,000 - INR 4,50,000. Read More
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      7,00,000 Engineering

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    Atria University is a Private Institute, established in 2018. Atria University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Atria University offered for a duration of 4 Years. Atria University B.Tech fees is INR 7,00,000. Read More
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      2,00,000 - 4,80,000 Engineering

    Amity University Bengaluru is a Private Institute, established in 2008. Amity University Bengaluru is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Amity University Bengaluru offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. Amity University Bengaluru B.Tech, M.Tech fees is INR 2,00,000 - INR 4,80,000. Read More
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      50,000 - 2,50,000 Engineering

    Rai Technology University is a Private University, established in 2014. Rai Technology University is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, B.Tech+MBA are one of the most popular programs at Rai Technology University offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. Rai Technology University B.Tech, Diploma, M.Tech, B.Tech+MBA fees is INR 50,000 - INR 2,50,000. Read More
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      59,999 - 1,10,000 Engineering

    Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore is a Private Institute, established in 2021. Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore is one of the best Engineering colleges in Mysuru, Karnataka. Diploma, Certificate are one of the most popular programs at Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore offered for a duration of 24 Weeks. Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore Diploma, Certificate fees is INR 59,999 - INR 1,10,000. Read More
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      70,000 - 2,75,000 Engineering

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    Impact College of Engineering and Applied Sciences is a Private Institute, established in 2004. Impact College of Engineering and Applied Sciences is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Arch, B.E. are one of the most popular programs at Impact College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offered for a duration of 2-5 Years. Impact College of Engineering and Applied Sciences B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Arch, B.E. fees is INR 70,000 - INR 2,75,000. Read More
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      Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology is a Private Institute, established in 1980. Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech are one of the most popular programs at Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. Read More
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        89,310 - 2,30,000 Engineering

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      City Engineering College is a Private Institute, established in 2001. City Engineering College is one of the best Engineering colleges in Bengaluru, Karnataka. B.Tech, M.Tech, B.E. are one of the most popular programs at City Engineering College offered for a duration of 2-4 Years. City Engineering College B.Tech, M.Tech, B.E. fees is INR 89,310 - INR 2,30,000. Read More
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      FAQs

      Which are the top 5 government engineering colleges in Karnataka?

      The top 5 government engineering colleges in Karnataka in 2025 are NIT Karnataka Surathkal, IIT Dharwad, UVCE Bangalore (now autonomous under Bengaluru University), Government SKSJTI Bangalore, and Government Engineering College Ramanagara. These institutions offer subsidized fees, excellent faculty, and good placements, especially in core and public sector jobs.

      Who is the best private engineering college in Karnataka?

      RV College of Engineering is considered the best private engineering college in Karnataka. It has high placement rates, strong alumni connections, and consistently ranks within the top 100 in NIRF. Manipal Institute of Technology and PES University are also among the best private institutions offering cutting-edge facilities and global academic partnerships.

      Which college can I get with a 50,000 rank in KCET?

      With a 50,000 KCET rank, you can aim for colleges like SJCE Mysore (in non-CSE branches), RNS Institute of Technology, East West Institute of Technology, Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology (less popular branches), Nitte Meenakshi Institute, Acharya Institute of Technology, and some branches in Reva University. CSE and ECE may be difficult at this rank in Tier 1 colleges, but other streams like Civil, Mechanical, or Instrumentation may still be accessible.

      Which college has 100% placement in Karnataka?

      Colleges likeNIT Surathkal, IIIT Bangalore, and RV College of Engineering report near 100 percent placement in top branches like CSE, IT, and ECE. For example, NIT Karnataka had almost full placement in core and software profiles, while RVCE’s CSE and ISE branches were fully placed with average packages above Rs 10 LPA.

      Which are the top 10 KCET colleges in Karnataka?

      Based on 2025 KCET cutoffs and popularity, the top 10 KCET colleges are RV College of Engineering, BMS College of Engineering, MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore Institute of Technology, PES University (Ring Road campus), Siddaganga Institute of Technology, JSS Science and Technology University Mysore, University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, and NMIT Bangalore. These colleges have low KCET closing ranks due to high demand.

      Which are the top 20 engineering colleges in Karnataka?

      The top 20 engineering colleges in Karnataka in 2025 include NIT Karnataka Surathkal, IIT Dharwad, RV College of Engineering, BMS College of Engineering, MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Manipal Institute of Technology, IIIT Bangalore, PES University, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore Institute of Technology, JSS Science and Technology University, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, New Horizon College of Engineering, NMIT Bangalore, CMR Institute of Technology, RNS Institute of Technology, MVJ College of Engineering, BNM Institute of Technology, Reva University, and Christ University.

      What is the approximate number of engineering colleges in Karnataka ?

      There are about 408 engineering colleges located in Karnataka.

      When does the application process begin for admission into the Karnataka engineering colleges?

      The Karnataka engineering colleges begin their admission application process after the conclusion of the state board exams and the result declaration

      What is the medium of instruction in the Engineering colleges of Karnataka?

      The medium of instruction in the engineering colleges of Karnataka is English and Kannada

      Which is the best engineering course offered by these Karnataka engineering colleges?

      These Karnataka engineering colleges offer popular courses like aeronautical engineering, civil engineering, biotechnology engineering etc

      Which is the top-ranked engineering college in Karnataka?

      NIT Surathkal is the top-ranked engineering college in Karnataka as per the latest NIRF rankings

      How can one apply for admission in the Karnataka engineering colleges?

      Students can either apply for admission through a valid JEE Main, COMEDK UGET or KCET exam score or directly through Collegedekho’s common application form

      Which is the best private engineering institute in Karnataka?

      T John Group of Institutions, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Jain University etc are some of the best known private engineering colleges in Karnataka

      Which is the best government engineering college in Karnataka?

      National Institute of Technology Surathkal, IISC Bangalore, Government Engineering College Hassan etc are some of the best government engineering colleges in Karnataka

      Which is the best engineering college in Karnataka?

      Engineering colleges such as NIT Surathkal, Manipal Institute of Technology, PES University, Alliance University etc are some of the best ones situated in Karnataka

      How many courses do the Karnataka engineering colleges offer?

      The Karnataka engineering colleges currently offer more than 3000 courses

      How many engineering colleges are there in Karnataka?

      The state of Karnataka has currently more than 400 engineering colleges

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