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Bangalore, also known as the Silicon Valley of India, is a hub for engineering colleges and universities. The city offers a diverse range of engineering courses and is home to some of the top engineering colleges, both public and private in the country. As engineering has been proven as one of the most versatile professional courses to explore any career path from management to marketing, and writing to architecture and IT. Therefore, this blog article focuses on highlighting the top engineering colleges in Bangalore based on the latest ranking and other factors.
| Particulars | Relevant Detail |
| Total Engineering Colleges in Bangalore | 168 (Private: 156 and Public/Government: 12) |
| College Affiliation | (1) UGC (University Grants Commission) (2) NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) (3) AICTE (All India Institute of Technical Education) |
| Entrance exams | COMEDK JEE Main KCET Karnataka PGCET, UGET |
| Top Specialisations | Computer Science engineering, Aeronautical engineering Automobile engineering Chemical engineering Civil engineering |
| Average annual fees | INR 0.55 lakhs – INR 13 lakhs |
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Top Engineering Colleges in Bangalore: NIRF Ranking
Every year the NRIF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) is issued by the MHRD to rank various universities and colleges in India. The parameter of NIRF ranking includes the graduation outcomes, teaching, learning and resources, research and professional practice, and outreach and inclusivity. Check the table below to know the rankings and fees of top engineering colleges in Bangalore.
| Name of Institution | NIRF Ranking 2022 |
| M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology | #67 |
| International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore | #81 |
| B.M.S. College of Engineering | #83 |
| R.V. College of Engineering | #89 |
| PES University | #100 |
| New Horizon College of Engineering | #121 |
| C M R Institute of Technology | #180 |
| Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology | #183 |
| Christ University | #189 |
| BMS Institute of Technology & Management | #199 |
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Top 5 Private Engineering Colleges in Bangalore
Take a closer look at the table given below highlights an overview of top private engineering colleges in Bangalore along with their annual intake and fees for BE/BTech courses.
| S.No | Name of College | Total Seats | Annual Tuition Fee (in INR) |
| 1. | IIIT Bangalore | – | INR 22.40 lakh |
| 2. | Ramaiah Institute of Technology | 1,341 | INR 3.34 lakh |
| 3. | PES University | 2,680 | INR 16 lakh |
| 4. | RVCE | 1,300 | INR 3.34 lakh |
| 5. | BMSCSE | 2,377 | INR 66,000 |
ROI and Placement
While applying for a BE/BTech in any institution, it is advisable to check the Return on Investment (ROI) of the college. This will help you in understanding the institute reputation in a better way.
| Engineering Institutions (Bangalore) | Placement Package | Tuition Fee (Annual) | Placement Rating |
| International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore | INR 24.94 LPA | INR 22.40 lakh | 4.8 |
| M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology | INR 5.50 LPA | INR 3.34 lakh | 4.6 |
| B.M.S. College of Engineering | INR 8.24 LPA | INR 66,000 | 4.2 |
| Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology | INR 6 LPA | INR 14 lakh | 4.0 |
| R.V. College of Engineering | INR 8 LPA | INR 3.34 lakh | 4.0 |
| New Horizon College of Engineering | INR 6.50 LPA | INR 15 lakh | 3.9 |
| C M R Institute of Technology | INR 4.23 LPA | INR 3.34 lakh | 3.8 |
| PES University | INR 7.30 LPA | INR 16 lakh | 3.8 |
| Christ University | INR 4.55 LPA | INR 7 lakh | 3.2 |
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FAQs
Some of the best engineering colleges in Bangalore are
(1) Ramaiah Institute of Technology
(2) R.V. College of Engineering
(3) BMS College of Engineering
(4) IIT Bangalore
On average, pursuing a BTech from an engineering college in Bangalore can cost you from INR 3 lakhs to INR 22 lakhs. However, the annual charges may vary depending on the institution.
The cheapest engineering college in Bangalore is Sri Venkateswara University. The annual fee for enrolling in a BTech course at the university is INR. 1 lakh.
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