Best Engineering Colleges in India for Materials Science & Engineering 2026

IIT Madras

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4.8
(9 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Government
AICTE

5,000 - 3,00,000
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#1 NIRF Ranking
JEE Advanced Exams
...+3 IIT JAM , CAT , JEE Main

IIT Madras specialties

Ranking : National Top Ranking - Rank #1 Nationally (Overall, Engineering) - Consistently top-ranked for 6+ ye
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to major IT and Industrial Hubs - Access to diverse industr
Fees : Mid-Range Fees -Rs 8-9 L (Total B.Tech) - Competitive for elite institution
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest packages - Strong career growth prospects
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Data Science and AI/ML specializat
Specialization : Cutting-Edge Specializations - Strong in AI, Machine Learning, Data Science - Diverse MBA specializa
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong in Core Engineering, Software, Consulting - Top companies like
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Tech & IT, Core Engineering, Finance & Consulting - E-commerce, FMCG, AI &
Diversity :
Internship : Premium Internship Opportunities - Internships at Texas Instruments, JP Morgan Chase - International
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 100+ student exchange agreements worldwide - Joint PhD programs wi
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Includes Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Nandan Nilekani - Leaders at IBM, Info

Shortlisted by 4803+ students

IIT Delhi

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4.6
(39 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Government
NAAC

20,000 - 8,10,000
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#4 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+5 GATE , CEED , JEE Advanced , JEE Main , UCEED

IIT Delhi specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Rank #2 Nationally (NIRF Engineering 2024) - Rank #150 Globally (QS
Region : Strategic National Capital Location - Proximity to government, corporate headquarters - Access to ma
Fees : High Investment, High Return - Rs 8.63 L (Total B.Tech) - Rs 3.81 L (Total M.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average placements - Strong career growth prospects
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering - M.Tech Machine Intelligence
Specialization : Diverse Advanced Specializations - Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering - VLSI Desig
Placement Focus : Top Sector Placements - IT/Software, Finance, Core Engineering, Consulting - Technology & Analytics,
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - IT (Google, Microsoft), Consulting (Deloitte) - Finance (ICICI Bank),
Diversity : Global Academic and Cultural Diversity - International student and faculty exchange - Collaborations
Internship : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Internships at Google, Microsoft, Accenture - Projects in IT,
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive International Collaborations - 70+ university partners across 30 countries - Collaboration
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Strong network across diverse industries - Mentorship and career
Guest Lecturers : Industry Leaders and Academics - Insights from KPMG, Google executives - Doyens from academia and co

Shortlisted by 4420+ students

IIT Bombay

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4.6
(21 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Public
AICTE

15,000 - 42,00,000
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#3 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+6 GATE , CEED , COAP , MHT-CET , JEE Advanced , JEE Main

IIT Bombay specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Ranks - Rank #3 NIRF Engineering 2024 - Rank #129 QS World University 2025
Region : Strategic Mumbai Advantage - Proximity to India's financial capital - Access to diverse industry hub
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8.75-10.26 L (Total) - M.Tech: Rs 1.24 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average placement packages - Strong career growth prospects
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Specialization : Advanced Interdisciplinary Learning - AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity programs - Interdisciplinary m
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong in Tech, Consulting, Core Engineering - Offers from top global
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Engineering & Technology, IT/Software - Consulting, Finance, Research & Dev
Diversity : Global Student & Offer Diversity - Significant international job offers - Global academic collaborat
Internship : Internships with Industry Leaders - Opportunities at Google, Microsoft, Apple - Projects in FMCG, Co
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - Partnerships with MIT, Stanford, ETH Zurich - Joint EMBA with Wash
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Parag Agrawal (ex-Twitter CEO), Nandan Nilekani (Infosys) - Mano

Shortlisted by 3031+ students

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4.4
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AICTE
...+1 NBA

6,000 - 8,00,000
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#5 NIRF Ranking
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...+6 GATE , CEED , COAP , JEE Advanced , JEE Main , JEST

IIT Kanpur specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Rank #4 Engineering (NIRF 2024), #3 B.Tech (India Today 2024) - Ran
Region : North Indian Industrial Hub - Strategic location in Uttar Pradesh's industrial belt - Pioneer in eng
Fees : Mid-High UG, Low PG Fees - UG: Rs 9.19-17.19 L (Total) - PG (M.Tech): Rs 0.2-1.04 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Average package Rs 26.27 LPA (2024) - Highest package Rs 1.90 Cr (D
Flagship Course : Leading Computer Science Program - Highest average package in CSE (Rs 52.80 LPA) - Pioneering comput
Specialization : Diverse Advanced Specializations - 15 M.Tech specializations offered - Strong research in AI, materi
Placement Focus : Top Tier Industry Placements - Strong in Technology, Finance, Core Engineering - Recruiters like Mic
Top Industries : Leading Sectors Recruitment - Technology & IT (Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA) - Finance & Consulting (De
Diversity : Inclusive Global Student Body - Students from across India and internationally - Strong focus on div
Internship : High-Value Industry Internships - MBA highest stipend Rs 1.7 Lakhs/month - Internships in Tech, Fina
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - MoUs with universities in Europe, Asia, North America - Collaborat
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - N. R. Narayana Murthy (Infosys), Arvind Krishna (IBM) - Leaders
Guest Lecturers : Renowned Industry & Academic Experts - Distinguished faculty, industry experts, researchers - Exposu

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IIT Roorkee

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4.3
(12 Reviews)
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Government
NAAC

8,980 - 2,00,000
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#7 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+3 UCEED , JEE Main , JEE Advanced

IIT Roorkee specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Rank #6 Nationally (NIRF Engineering) - Rank #1 Nationally (NIRF Architectur
Region : Historic Academic Environment - Historic legacy, Asia's oldest technical institute - Serene environm
Tier : Elite Institution Status - Premier Indian Institute of Technology - Globally recognized engineering
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8.87-11.09 L (Total) - M.Tech: Rs 0.65 L (Total)
ROI : Exceptional Return on Investment - Excellent ROI with high packages - Strong placement rate across p
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - M.Tech Artificial Intelligence,
Specialization : Cutting-edge Research Focus - Advanced research in AI, Data Science - Strong focus on Water Resource
Placement Focus : Diverse Career Opportunities - Software Development Engineer (SDE) roles - Consulting, Data Science,
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - Tech (Google, Microsoft, Amazon) - Finance (Goldman Sachs), Core Engi
Diversity : Vibrant Global Community - Students from over 50 countries - Growing female student representation
Internship : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Interns at Google, Microsoft, Amazon - Projects in Finance, T
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive International Collaborations - Global research collaborations (SPARC, VAJRA) - Student exc
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Amit Singhal (Google) - N. R. Narayana Murthy (Infosys)
Guest Lecturers : Distinguished Speaker Series - Distinguished speakers from industry, academia - Hudson Memorial Lect

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IIT Kharagpur

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4.7
(19 Reviews)
Kharagpur, West Bengal
Government
UGC
...+1 AICTE

27,650 - 25,00,000
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#6 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+2 JEE Main , JEE Advanced

IIT Kharagpur specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Ranked #5 NIRF Engineering 2025. - Ranked #222 QS World University
Region : Strategic Campus Environment - Large, self-sufficient 2100-acre campus. - Well-connected to Kolkata
Fees : Varied Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8.96 L (Total 4-year). - M.Tech: Rs 0.64 L (Total 2-year).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Strong placement packages across programs. - M.Tech offers 21.94x r
Flagship Course : Leading Programs Offered - B.Tech in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering. - MBA from Vinod Gupt
Specialization : Niche & Interdisciplinary Specializations - Micro-specializations: Bio-energy, AI/ML. - Dual Degrees
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placement Focus - Strong in Software, Consulting, Finance sectors. - Top companies:
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT, Consulting, Finance, Core Engineering. - Recruiters: Apple, Googl
Diversity : Extensive Academic Diversity - 19 Departments, 13 Schools, 9 Centres. - Pioneering multidisciplinary
Internship : Global Internship Opportunities - International internships with top companies. - Projects in AI/ML,
Partnerships/Exchange : Strong International Collaborations - Dual PhD with University of Manchester. - Exchange programs wi
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Sundar Pichai (CEO, Google/Alphabet Inc.). - Arvind Krishna (CEO

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IIT Guwahati

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4.9
(7 Reviews)
Guwahati, Assam
Government
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

6,000 - 8,00,000
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#11 NIRF Ranking
CEED Exams
...+6 JEE Advanced , JEE Main , NID , CEPT , IIT JAM , UCEED

IIT Guwahati specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Ranks - Ranked #8 Engineering (NIRF 2025) - Global #344 (QS World 2025)
Region : Strategic Northeast Location - Only IIT in Northeast India - Picturesque Brahmaputra river campus
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Mid - Rs 8-8.56 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Excellent - High placements, moderate fees
Flagship Course : Leading Programs - Computer Science Engineering - Bachelor of Design
Specialization : Niche Expertise - Top-ranked Data Science - Petroleum Engineering expertise
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Strong Tech & Core placements - Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Apple
Top Industries : Diverse Recruiting Sectors - IT/Tech (Google, Microsoft, Apple) - Finance (Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan)
Diversity : Vibrant Campus Diversity - Diverse students (28 states, 8+ countries) - Improved student gender rati
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - High PPO conversion rate - Internships at leading tech companies
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Joint programs with global universities - Extensive international r
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Strong entrepreneurial alumni - Leaders in diverse industries

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IIT Hyderabad

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4.7
(10 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Government
NAAC

10,000 - 11,00,000
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#12 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+5 GATE , CEED , JEE Advanced , JEE Main , UCEED

IIT Hyderabad specialties

Ranking : Top Engineering & Overall Ranks - NIRF 2025 Engineering: #7 Nationally. - NIRF 2024 Overall: #12 Nat
Region : Strategic IT Hub Proximity - Close to Hyderabad's IT, Financial hubs. - Research Park fosters indust
Tier : Elite National Institution - Consistently ranked among top IITs. - Institute of National Importance.
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - B.Tech: Rs 9.43 L (Total). - M.Tech: Rs 0.90-1.23 L (Total).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest packages. - Strong placement rate across p
Flagship Course : Leading Programs - Computer Science and Engineering. - Artificial Intelligence.
Specialization : Innovative Interdisciplinary Focus - AI, Biomedical, Engineering Science. - Fractal Academics, flexi
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Tech, Consulting, R&D sectors. - Top firms: Microsoft, Amazon, Deloitt
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Technology, Consulting, R&D. - Manufacturing, Financial Services.
Diversity : Inclusive Campus Environment - Pan-India student representation. - Initiatives for gender balance.
Internship : Global Internship Opportunities - Interns at Google, Microsoft, Amazon. - Projects in Tech, Core Eng
Partnerships/Exchange : Strong Global Collaborations - Ties with Japan (JICA, Shizuoka). - Exchange with Germany, France, US
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Leaders in industry, startups. - Contributions to academia, public sect
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagement - Fractional credit courses. - Insights from industry leaders.

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NIT Trichy

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4.5
(14 Reviews)
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Government
UGC
...+2 NBA , AICTE

13,150 - 6,25,000
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#30 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+6 NIMCET , DASA UG , GATE , CCMN , CAT , NATA

NIT Trichy specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Ranked #9 Engineering (NIRF 2024, 2025). - Only non-IIT in NIRF Top 10 Engin
Region : Strategic Southern Hub - Located in Tamil Nadu's educational heartland. - Proximity to major industr
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - B.Tech fees: Rs 6.30-6.52 L (Total). - M.Tech fees: Rs 1.4-3.6 L (Total).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average packages across programs. - Strong placement rates ens
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - CSE, ECE, EEE boast high placement rates. - M.Tech Data Analytics, We
Specialization : Niche M.Tech Expertise - Specialized M.Tech in Industrial Automation. - Strong focus on Data Analyti
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong placements in IT, Consulting, Manufacturing. - Robust opportuni
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (Google, Microsoft, TCS, Infosys). - Consulting (Deloitte), Manufacturin
Diversity : Global Academic Exposure - Diverse student body and academic offerings. - Promotes international stu
Internship : Premium Internship Opportunities - Internships at Google, Microsoft, Amazon. - Projects in FMCG (P&G
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - Joint degrees, student exchange with Illinois Tech. - Collaboratio
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Natarajan Chandrasekaran (Chairman, Tata Sons). - Leaders in academia,
Guest Lecturers : Industry & Academic Experts - Speakers from IITs, BHEL, Qualcomm, McKinsey. - Regular interaction wi

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Jadavpur University

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4.3
(178 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
UGC
...+3 NAAC , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

9,600 - 1,70,000
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#18 NIRF Ranking
WBJEE Exams
...+2 JEE Main , GATE

Jadavpur University is a Government University located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1955. Jadavpur University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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VIT Vellore

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4.3
(70 Reviews)
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
Private
MHRD
...+2 UGC , NAAC

3,200 - 14,25,000
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#21 NIRF Ranking
UCEED Exams
...+6 AIEED , XAT , VITEEE , CAT , CBSE 12th , CEED

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2024: Engineering #11, Overall #19 - NIRF 2023: University #8, Engineer
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to Chennai IT Hubs - Access to major industrial corridors
Fees : Mid-High Fees Range - Rs 7.92-20 L (Total B.Tech) - Rs 1.98-5 L (Per Year B.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Highest package Rs 1 Cr (2025) - Average package Rs 9.9 LPA (2025)
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - CSE with diverse specialization
Specialization : Cutting-edge Specializations - AI/ML, Data Science, IoT - Information Security, Bioinformatics
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - IT, Consulting, Product-based roles - Core Engineering, Finance sector
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (Microsoft, Amazon, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte), Finance (HSBC)
Diversity : Global & Inclusive Campus - Students from 75+ countries - 33% female student population
Internship : Industry-leading Internships - Interns at Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle - International internships in U
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 500+ International MoUs - Semester Abroad, International Transfer
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Sridhar Vembu (Zoho Founder) - Soumith Chintala (PyTorch Creator)
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagement - Regular industry expert sessions - Curriculum developed with industry

Shortlisted by 5009+ students

NIT Surathkal

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4.1
(8 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Government
AICTE
...+1 NBA

15,000 - 1,31,000
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#54 NIRF Ranking
KCET Exams
...+6 IIT JAM , JEE Main , UGC NET , GATE , DASA UG , JEE Advanced

NIT Surathkal is a Government Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1991. NIT Surathkal offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, MSc, M.Tech, MCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Anna University

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4.5
(229 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
University

30,000 - 87,500
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#29 NIRF Ranking
CEED Exams
...+6 NIMCET , CAT , JEE Main , NATA , XAT , CMAT

Anna University specialties

Ranking : Top-Ranked Engineering University - NIRF 2024: #14 Engineering, #1 State Public. - QS World 2024: #4
Region : Strategic Chennai Location - Proximity to major IT hubs. - Access to industrial corridors.
Fees : Affordable Quality Education - UG: Rs 1.38 L (Total). - PG: Rs 0.82-2.05 L (Total).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average packages relative to fees.
Flagship Course : Premier Engineering Programs - Computer Science, IT, Mechanical, Civil. - Architecture and Applied S
Specialization : Future-Ready Specializations - 40 new-age fields: AI, ML, Robotics, EV. - Flexible curriculum for in
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - High rates in IT, core engineering. - CUIC facilitates campus drives.
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - IT (TCS, Infosys), Auto (Ford, Hyundai). - Consulting (Deloitte), Man
Diversity : Global Academic Exposure - International student/faculty exchange. - Foreign language programs offer
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships at top companies (Google, Microsoft). - Pre-placement
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 40+ MoUs with international universities. - Student/faculty exchan
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. - Leaders in industry, cine
Guest Lecturers : Renowned Guest Faculty - Overseas Professor Scheme. - International seminar series experts.

Shortlisted by 4974+ students

IIT Indore

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4.5
(2 Reviews)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Government
MHRD

74,000 - 8,00,000
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#27 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+6 UCEED , CSIR , JEE Advanced , GATE , JEST , IIT JAM

IIT Indore specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Ranked #12 Engineering (NIRF 2025), #27 Overall. - Globally ranked
Region : Central India Strategic Location - Located in Central India's industrial hub. - Fosters innovation f
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8-11.39 L (Total). - M.Tech: Rs 2.29 L (Total).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Excellent returns on investment. - High average and highest package
Flagship Course : Flagship Engineering Programs - B.Tech CSE, EE, ME are flagship programs. - Strong placements in Com
Specialization : Diverse, Future-Ready Specializations - M.Tech: EV Tech, Space Engineering, Water Sustainability. -
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Strong in IT (Amazon, Microsoft, Flipkart). - Also Consulting (Deloitte
Top Industries : Leading Recruitment Sectors - IT, E-commerce, Consulting, Finance. - Core Engineering, Research & De
Diversity : Global Student Community - International UG/PG/PhD fellowship programs. - Tuition fee waivers, airfa
Internship : Robust Internship Opportunities - Strong internship opportunities available. - PPOs offered based on
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - Global collaborations for academic exchange. - Joint research with
Alumni : Impactful Alumni Network - Successful entrepreneurs (Dozee, DocVita, Adonmo). - Alumni in civil serv
Guest Lecturers : Distinguished Visiting Faculty - Visiting faculty from premier Indian/foreign institutions. - Indust

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IIT BHU

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4.6
(18 Reviews)
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Government
UGC
...+1 AICTE

20,000 - 10,63,000
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#31 NIRF Ranking
GPAT Exams
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IIT BHU specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Rank #10 Nationally (NIRF Engineering 2024) - Rank #30 Nationally (NIRF Over
Region : Strategic Cultural Hub - Located in historic Varanasi city - Part of vibrant academic ecosystem
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - B.Tech: Rs 8.35 L (Total) - M.Tech: Rs 62,380 (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest packages - Strong career growth prospects
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Electrical, Mechanical Engineering
Specialization : Diverse Advanced Specializations - Offers B.Tech, M.Tech, IDD programs - Specializations in AI, Bioc
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Focus on IT, Consulting, Core Engineering - High placement rate for CSE
Top Industries : Leading Recruitment Sectors - IT (Google, Microsoft, Amazon) - Finance (Goldman Sachs), Consulting (
Diversity : Inclusive Academic Environment - Pan-India student intake - International research collaborations
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - High stipends (Rs 4.5 L/month highest) - Internships at Google,
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Partnerships with international universities - Joint research with
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Strong global alumni network - Notable leaders in tech, politics
Guest Lecturers : Distinguished Speaker Series - Industry experts, academic leaders - Regular seminars, workshops

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NIT Rourkela

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4.4
(14 Reviews)
Rourkela, Odisha
Public
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NBA

11,000 - 6,25,000
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#34 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+6 XAT , CCMN , DASA UG , GATE , MAT , CCMT

NIT Rourkela specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF Engineering #16 (2023) - NIRF Overall #34 (2024)
Region : Industrial City Advantage - Proximity to major industrial hubs - Strong core sector recruitment
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Rs 6.30-8.2 L (Total B.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average placements (Rs 14.57 LPA) - Competitive packages acros
Flagship Course : Flagship Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Electronics and Communication Eng
Specialization : Diverse Modern Specializations - AI, Biotechnology, Food Process Engineering - Industrial Design, Da
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - IT/Software, Core Engineering, Consulting - High packages from tech gia
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT/Software (Google, Microsoft, Amazon) - Core Engineering (L&T, Tata Steel
Diversity : Multicultural Student Body - Students from all Indian states - Significant international student pre
Internship : Industry-Leading Internships - Internships at Amazon, Deloitte, EY - Many leading to pre-placement o
Partnerships/Exchange : National Research Hub - Selected as PAIR hub under ANRF - Mentors seven spoke institutions
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IIT Dhanbad

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4.2
(10 Reviews)
Dhanbad, Jharkhand
Private
Other
...+1 MHRD

18,000 - 4,65,000
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#35 NIRF Ranking
XAT Exams
...+6 IIT JAM , COAP , JEE Main , MAT , GMAT , UGC NET

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IIT Gandhinagar

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4.3
(10 Reviews)
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Government
AICTE
...+2 Ministry of HRD , Govt. of India

4,000 - 8,00,000
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#39 NIRF Ranking
JEE Advanced Exams
...+3 IIT JAM , JEE Main , GATE

IIT Gandhinagar specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #25 Engineering, #39 Overall - India Today 2025: #9 Engineering
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to Ahmedabad industrial hub - Supports India's semiconducto
Fees : Mid-Range Fees -Rs 8.79 L (Total B.Tech) - Approx.Rs 2.2 L (Per Year B.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average packages post-graduation - Strong career growth opport
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) - Integrated Circuit Design an
Specialization : Interdisciplinary & Innovative Learning - Flexible curriculum, diverse minor options - New B.Tech in
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong in IT, Consulting, Core Engineering - Top firms: Amazon, Google
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT & Software, Consulting, Finance - Manufacturing, Core Engineering, Analy
Diversity : Global & Inclusive Environment - High international faculty presence - Quarter of students gain glob
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - International research internships (e.g., Caltech SURF) - Indust
Partnerships/Exchange : Strong Global Collaborations - MoUs with Caltech, Tokyo Metropolitan, NITech Japan - Academic collab
Alumni : Impactful Alumni Network - Successful entrepreneurs: Recko, Affable.ai - Academics at top global uni
Guest Lecturers : Distinguished Visiting Faculty - Visiting Professors from global institutions - Industry experts as

Shortlisted by 1302+ students

Thapar University

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4.5
(15 Reviews)
Patiala, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

42,200 - 18,20,000
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#44 NIRF Ranking
CAT Exams
...+6 GMAT , GATE , CMAT , MAT , JEE Main , XAT

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF Engineering #29 (2025), University #29 (2025) - QS World 851-900 (2025)
Region : Strategic North-Western Hub - Premier institution in North-Western India - Proximity to Chandigarh f
Fees : High Investment - Rs 27.9-31.3 L (Total) for B.Tech - Tuition fees Rs 17.24 L (Total) for B.Tech
ROI : Excellent Returns - Highest package Rs 1.23 Cr (2024) - Average package Rs 11.38 LPA (2024)
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering - Strong programs in El
Specialization : Future-Ready Specializations - Emerging areas: AI, Data Science, IoT, Cybersecurity - M.Tech in AI &
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - IT, Consulting, BFSI, Manufacturing sectors - Top companies: Amazon, D
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Information Technology (IT), Consulting - Banking, Financial Services & Ins
Diversity : Inclusive & Equitable Environment - Equal opportunity employer, 'Respect for Diversity' core value -
Internship : Mandatory Industry Exposure - Mandatory 5-month industrial project for final year - Internships at B
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - International Engineering Program with Trinity College Dublin - Exc
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Leaders in business, industry, administration - Notable alumni: Vimal K

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NIT Warangal

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4.2
(19 Reviews)
Warangal, Telangana
Government
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NBA

10,100 - 5,00,000
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#63 NIRF Ranking
TS EAMCET Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , IIT JAM , DASA UG , TSBIE , UGC NET , CCMT

National Institute of Technology, Warangal (NIT Warangal) specialties

Ranking : Top National Engineering Institute - Rank #28 Nationally (NIRF Engg 2025) - Rank #53 Overall (NIRF 2
Region : Strategic Telangana Location - Proximity to Hyderabad IT Hub - Rich cultural and historical signific
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - Rs 6-8.5 L (Total B.Tech) - Rs 1.4-2.5 L (Total M.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High placement rates - Strong average salary packages
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engi
Specialization : Advanced Specializations Offered - AI, Data Science, VLSI Design - Techno-Managerial MBA focus
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong in IT, Consulting, Core Engineering - Top MNCs and Public Secto
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT (Microsoft, Google, Amazon) - Consulting (Deloitte, McKinsey)
Diversity : Vibrant Pan-India Student Body - Students from across all states - Promotes rich cultural exchange
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Summer internships at top companies - Long-term M.Tech industry proj
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - MoUs with German, US, Japanese universities - Active SPARC research
Alumni : Influential Global Alumni Network - Leaders in technology and public service - Strong support for in

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IIT Ropar

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4.3
(13 Reviews)
Ropar, Punjab
Government
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

6,000 - 2,00,000
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#56 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+6 JEE Advanced , IIT JAM , GATE , COAP , JEST , CSIR NET

IIT Ropar specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #32 Engineering, #56 Overall - IIRF 2025: #11 Engineering
Region : Strategic Punjab Location - Located in Punjab, India's historical gateway - Hub for Agriculture & Wa
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - B.Tech:Rs 11.46 L (Total) - M.Tech:Rs 2.25 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - B.Tech Average Package:Rs 22.09 LPA - Strong placement rates across
Flagship Course : Flagship Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering - B.Tech Artificial Intellig
Specialization : Cutting-edge Specializations - AI, Machine Learning, Microelectronics (M.Tech) - Interdisciplinary r
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Focus on Technology, E-commerce, Consulting - High placements in CSE, E
Top Industries : Diverse Recruiting Sectors - Technology (Google, Microsoft, Amazon) - Consulting (Deloitte), E-comme
Diversity : Inclusive Global Community - Students from across India and worldwide - Promotes regional, internati
Internship : Research & Industry Internships - Paid internships in specialized research labs - Projects in IoT, C
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - DAAD (Germany) for student exchange, research - MoUs with Simon Fra
Alumni : Growing Alumni Network - Alumni in academia (IITs, Mahindra Univ.) - Entrepreneurs and industry lead
Guest Lecturers : Expert Faculty & Speakers - Experienced faculty with real-world insights - Prominent industry expert

Shortlisted by 594+ students

NIT Calicut

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4.3
(9 Reviews)
Calicut, Kerala
Government
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

30,000 - 5,00,000
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#45 NIRF Ranking
CCMN Exams
...+6 NIMCET , JEE Advanced , CCMT , CAT , JEE Main , UGC NET

National Institute of Technology Calicut specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Ranked #25 NIRF Engineering 2024 nationally - Ranked #3 NIRF Architecture 20
Region : Strategic Coastal Location - Proximity to Kerala's cultural richness - Access to major transportatio
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - B.Tech: Rs 6.5-9.1 L (Total) - M.Tech: Rs 5.98 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return - High average and highest packages - Strong placement rate across branches
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science and Engineering - Architecture and Planning
Specialization : Advanced Specializations - Strong focus on Computer Science - Excellence in Architecture education
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - IT/Software (Google, Microsoft, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte, EY, KPMG)
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Information Technology, Consulting - Core Engineering, Finance
Diversity : Vibrant Global Community - Students from various Indian states - International students from multipl
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships at Google, Microsoft, Amazon - Projects in IT, Consult
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - MoUs with international universities (Auburn) - Research tie-ups (D
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Leaders in top companies (Jaguar Land Rover) - Successful entrepreneurs

Shortlisted by 712+ students

PSG Coimbatore

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4.3
(125 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private

1,12,729 - 13,89,000
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XAT Exams
...+6 Tamilnadu 10th , CMAT , MAT , GMAT , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

PSG Coimbatore is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2006. PSG Coimbatore offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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ICT Mumbai

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4.7
(17 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Government
AICTE

41,250 - 3,48,000
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#64 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+6 GPAT , NEET , MHT-CET , GATE , UGC , CSIR-UGC

Institute of Chemical Technology Mumbai specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #41 Engineering, #6 Pharmacy - IIRF 2025: #5 Deemed University
Region : Strategic Mumbai Location - Financial Capital Advantage - Proximity to major chemical industries
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - UG:Rs 1.33-5.28 L (Total) - PG:Rs 1.36-2.45 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Highest packageRs 60 LPA (2025) - Strong average packages for UG/PG
Flagship Course : Leading Chemical Programs - Chemical Engineering - Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Technology
Specialization : Diverse M.Tech Specializations - 15+ M.Tech programs offered - Focus: Chemical, Pharma, Food, Polyme
Placement Focus : Core Industry Placements - Strong in Chemical, Oil & Gas - Top firms: Reliance, ExxonMobil
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Oil & Gas, Chemicals - Pharmaceuticals, FMCG
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Mandatory internships with stipends - Companies: ExxonMobil, Asian
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - MoU with University of Leeds (UK) - International research and stud
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Mukesh Ambani (Reliance Industries) - Ashwin Dani (Asian Paints)
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Insights - Regular industry interactions - Enhance practical knowledge

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BITS Pilani

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4.5
(14 Reviews)
Pilani, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

3,73,750 - 19,94,000
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#16 NIRF Ranking
UGC Exams
...+6 BITSAT , BITS HD , JEE Main , JEST , NEET , CSIR

BITS Pilani specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Rank #11 Nationally (Engineering), #7 (Universities) in NIRF 2025 - Rank #1
Region : Established Academic Ecosystem - Self-contained campus fostering focused learning and research - Str
Fees : High Investment - Rs 14-16 L (Total) for 4-year B.E. program
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average placements across diverse sectors - Strong global bran
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering - Integrated M
Specialization : Industry-Integrated Curriculum - Mandatory Practice School program for hands-on experience - Flexibl
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - Strong hiring in IT, Consulting, Finance, Semiconductor - Top companies:
Top Industries : Leading Recruitment Sectors - Technology (Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Qualcomm) - Consulting (BCG, Ke
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Improved women diversity metrics in recent rankings - Attracts stud
Internship : Extensive Industry Internships - Mandatory Practice School with top firms like Google, Microsoft, Am
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Student/faculty exchange with top 400 QS/THE ranked universities -
Alumni : Powerful Global Network - Founders/CEOs of Hotmail, Swiggy, BigBasket, Micron Technology - Leaders i
Guest Lecturers : Eminent Speakers & Faculty - Past speakers include A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Richard Stallman, Jimmy Wales

Shortlisted by 3437+ students

SRM University Chennai

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4.2
(46 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 MHRD , NAAC , ABET

10,000 - 25,00,000
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#22 NIRF Ranking
JEE Main Exams
...+6 CBSE 10th , SRMJEEE , Tamilnadu 10th , CEED , NEET SS , UGC NET

SRM University Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1985. SRM University Chennai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning

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4.6
(5 Reviews)
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
Public
UGC
...+1 NAAC

4,300 - 23,300
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#19 NIRF Ranking
CMAT Exams
...+6 NEET MDS , CAT , UGC NET , NEET PG , CBSE 12th , UP 12th

Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning is a Public Institute located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1920. Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning offers Regular, Distance courses such as MBA, BA, B.Com, B.Sc(Hons), Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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IIT Mandi

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4.8
(5 Reviews)
Mandi, Himachal Pradesh
Government
MHRD

10,000 - 10,39,000
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#58 NIRF Ranking
IIT JAM Exams
...+5 GMAT , GATE , JEE Advanced , JEE Main , UGC NET

IIT Mandi specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #26 Engineering, #58 Overall. - NIRF 2024: #8 Innovation Category
Region : Himalayan Foothills Advantage - Serene campus; conducive learning environment. - Focus on local chal
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8.25-10.27 L (Total). - M.Tech: Rs 61,000 (Total).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Strong placement packages. - High demand for graduates.
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering. - B.Tech Data Science and En
Specialization : Innovative, Flexible Specializations - Flexible B.Tech General Engineering program. - New B.Tech Mic
Placement Focus : Diverse Industry Placements - Strong in IT, Software, Analytics. - Core Engineering, Consulting sect
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT, E-commerce, Consulting, Finance. - Manufacturing, Core Engineering.
Diversity : Inclusive Growth Initiatives - EWOK program for women empowerment. - "Drone Didi" skill development
Internship : Premium Internship Opportunities - PPOs from top tech companies. - Internships at Google, Microsoft,
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Collaborations with TU9 Germany, WPI USA. - MoUs with DRDL, Korean
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Athar Aamir Khan (Civil Services Rank 2). - Founders of "The Solar La
Guest Lecturers : Expert Lecture Series - Regular talks by IIT faculty. - Industry experts, academic leaders.

Shortlisted by 284+ students

SASTRA University

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4.5
(36 Reviews)
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , SIRO , AIU , NAAC

30,000 - 7,71,000
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CAT Exams
...+6 AILET , GMAT , GATE , Tamilnadu 12th , CMAT , CBSE 12th

SASTRA University specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2024: #26 University, #34 Engineering - NIRF 2024: #14 Law, Top 5 South
Region : Serene Campus Environment - Located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu - Lush green, rural campus with modern
Tier :
Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Rs 7-7.53 L (Total B.Tech)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Median B.Tech package Rs 7.6 LPA
Flagship Course : Leading Engineering & Law Programs - B.Tech (CSE, ECE, Biotechnology) - Integrated Law programs
Specialization : Emerging Tech Focus - AI & Data Science, Cyber Security - IoT & Automation, Biotechnology
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - IT Services, Software Development, Consulting - Manufacturing, Pharma,
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - IT (TCS, Infosys, Microsoft, Amazon) - Consulting (Capgemini), Manufa
Diversity : Inclusive Student Community - Equal gender representation - Students from across India
Internship : Global Internship Opportunities - Internships at Harvard, MIT Medical Schools - Projects in R&D inst
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - HCLTech for AI capacity building - AstraZeneca, Yuan Ze University
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Leaders in Tech (Freshworks, HCL Technologies) - Entrepreneurs (Sportsk
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagements - Regular guest lectures by specialists - Workshops on industry-relevant

Shortlisted by 4118+ students

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University) , Krishnankovil

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4.1
(19 Reviews)
Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu
Private
NBA
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

#48 NIRF Ranking

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University) is a Private Institute located in Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1947. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University) offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 73+ students

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