Best Engineering Colleges in India 2026: IITs, NITs & IIITs

Engineering remains one of the most preferred career choices in India, and for most JEE aspirants, the goal is a seat at one of the best engineering colleges in India- the IITs, NITs, and IIITs. These institutes are known for their academic depth, placement records, research output, and industry connections.

This blog covers the complete list of IITs, NITs, and IIITs in India, along with their latest NIRF rankings, JEE closing ranks, fee structures, placement figures, and seat intake- everything you need to shortlist colleges with confidence. 

How Many IITs, NITs and IIITs Are There in India? 

India has one of the largest higher education systems in the world, offering numerous opportunities to pursue engineering courses. The Ministry of Education established premier institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) to provide world-class technical education to every student. These institutes are known for their excellent faculty, research facilities, campus infrastructure, and impressive placement records.

A total of 79 IITs, NITs, and IIITs are fully operational in India. Out of these:

Institute Type	Total Institutes
IITs	23
NITs	31
IIITs	25

List of IITs in India 2026

In India, 23 IITs (Indian Institute of Technology) are fully operational. IIT Madras, established in 1959, is among the earlier IITs, while IIT Dharwad, IIT Bhilai, IIT Goa, and IIT Jammu are the newest institutes founded in 2016. Admission to IITs is possible only by clearing JEE Advanced with top ranks. A complete list of IITs in India with other details such as NIRF ranking, foundation year, and average placement is mentioned in the table attached below-

S. No.	IIT Name	City & State	Approximate Seats	Foundation Year	NIRF Ranking 2025	Average Placement Package (As per last year’s data)
1	IIT Madras	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	1100-1200	1959	1	₹21.48 LPA
2	IIT Delhi	New Delhi	1239	1961	2	₹20 LPA- ₹25 LPA
3	IIT Bombay	Mumbai, Maharashtra	1363	1958	3	₹23.50 LPA
4	IIT Kanpur	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh	940-1000	1959	4	₹26.27 LPA
5	IIT Kharagpur	Kharagpur, West Bengal	1300-1350	1951	5	₹24 LPA
6	IIT Roorkee	Roorkee, Uttarakhand	1353	1847 (Became IIT in  2001)	6	₹18.3 LPA
7	IIT Guwahati	Guwahati, Assam	960	1994	8	₹25.21 LPA
8	IIT Hyderabad	Hyderabad, Telangana	600-700	2008	7	₹29.4 LPA
9	IIT (BHU) Varanasi	Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh	1500-1600	1919 (Became IIT in  2012)	10	₹29.00 LPA
10	IIT (ISM) Dhanbad	Dhanbad, Jharkhand	1100-1150	1926 ( Became IIT in  2016)	15	₹17.95 LPA
11	IIT Indore	Indore, Madhya Pradesh	480-500	2009	12	₹25.45 LPA
12	IIT Gandhinagar	Gandhinagar, Gujarat	350-400	2008	25	₹18 LPA- ₹19.6 LPA
13	IIT Jodhpur	Jodhpur, Rajasthan	700-750	2008	27	₹21.26 LPA (CSE)
14	IIT Patna	Patna, Bihar	817	2008	19	₹21.25 LPA
15	IIT Ropar	Punjab	600-700	2008	32	₹23.07 LPA
16	IIT Bhubaneswar	Odisha	450-500	2008	39	₹19.4 LPA
17	IIT Mandi	Himachal Pradesh	620-650	2009	26	₹21.64- ₹22.38 LPA
18	IIT Tirupati	Andhra Pradesh	250-300	2015	57	₹15 LPA- ₹17.5 LPA
19	IIT Palakkad	Kerala	280-300	2015	64	₹19.09 LPA
20	IIT Dharwad	Karnataka	350-400	2016	77	₹17.65 LPA
21	IIT Bhilai	Chhattisgarh	300-350	2016	72	₹13.28 LPA
22	IIT Goa	Goa	160-200	2016	–	₹19.15 LPA
23	IIT Jammu	Jammu & Kashmir	380-400	2016	56	₹14.28 LPA

List of NITs in India 2026

In India, a total of 31 National Institutes of Technology (NITs) are fully operational and considered the most preferred second choice of engineering students after IITs. Admissions to NITs are possible with a good rank in the JEE Main exam. For admissions to NITs across India, students can refer to the list below to become familiar with these institutes.

S.No.	Institute Name	State	Foundation Year	NIRF Ranking 2025	Approximate Seats	Average Placement Package/Range (As per the last year data)
1	NIT Tiruchirappalli	Tamil Nadu	1964	9	1000-1100	₹16.35 LPA
2	NIT Surathkal	Karnataka	1960	17	900-1000	₹17.48 LPA
3	NIT Rourkela	Odisha	1961	13	1000-1100	₹14.10 LPA
4	NIT Warangal	Telangana	1959	28	1000-1100	₹16.98 LPA
5	NIT Calicut	Kerala	1961	21	1300-1400	₹12.28 LPA
6	VNIT Nagpur	Maharashtra	1960	44	900-950	₹10.13 LPA-₹14.86 LPA
7	MNIT Jaipur	Rajasthan	1963	42	800-900	₹11 LPA-₹12.8 LPA
8	NIT Kurukshetra	Haryana	1963	85	1100-1200	₹13.21 LPA
9	NIT Silchar	Assam	1967	50	903	₹12-₹14 LPA
10	NIT Durgapur	West Bengal	1960	49	900-1000	₹12.61 LPA
11	MNNIT Allahabad (Prayagraj)	Uttar Pradesh	1961	62	1100-1200	₹20.43 LPA
12	NIT Jalandhar	Punjab	1987 (NIT in 2022)	55	1100-1150	₹9.78 LPA
13	SVNIT Surat	Gujarat	1961	66	1300-1350	₹10.42-₹10.43 LPA
14	NIT Meghalaya	Meghalaya	2010	83	165-200	₹9.94 LPA
15	MANIT Bhopal	Madhya Pradesh	1960	81	900-1000	₹13-₹16 LPA
16	NIT Raipur	Chhattisgarh	1956	86	1150-1200	₹11.1 LPA
17	NIT Agartala	Tripura	1965	–	1200-1300	₹9.83-₹10.19 LPA
18	NIT Goa	Goa	2010	–	200-250	₹8.10-₹11 LPA
19	NIT Jamshedpur	Jharkhand	1960	82	750-760	₹13.62 LPA
20	NIT Patna	Bihar	1886	53	1000-1100	₹9.9 LPA
21	NIT Hamirpur	Himachal Pradesh	1986	97	750-850	₹10.58 LPA
22	NIT Puducherry	Puducherry	2010	99	250-300	₹8.3 LPA
23	NIT Manipur	Manipur	2010	–	250-300	₹7.3-₹9.3 LPA
24	NIT Arunachal Pradesh	Arunachal Pradesh	2010	–	250-300	₹7.20-₹7.57 LPA
25	NIT Srinagar	Jammu & Kashmir	1960	73	800-900	₹8.9-₹10.48 LPA
26	NIT Delhi	Delhi	2010	65	350-400	₹16.81-₹17.19 LPA
27	NIT Mizoram	Mizoram	2010	–	150-200	₹9.56 LPA
28	NIT Nagaland	Nagaland	2010	–	200-250	₹4.22-₹7.92 LPA
29	NIT Sikkim	Sikkim	2010	–	190-250	₹7.5-₹8.5 LPA
30	NIT Uttarakhand	Uttarakhand	2010	–	200-300	₹8.70-₹11 LPA
31	NIT Andhra Pradesh	Andhra Pradesh	2015	–	450-500	₹7.22-₹8.13 LPA

List of IIITs in India 2026

Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIITs) are also national-level institutes that offer high-quality education to students. In India, 25 IIITs are operational, and ABV IIIT Gwalior is known as one of the most popular institutes among students. Students can refer to the list mentioned below that contains information regarding all IIITs across India (Source: List of IIIT Institutes as per the Government of India).

S. No.	Institute Name	Foundation Year	NIRF Ranking 2025	State	Approximate Seats	Average Placement Package (As per the last year data)
1.	ABV IIIT Gwalior	1997	96	Madhya Pradesh	300-400	₹27.23 LPA
2.	IIIT Guwahati	2013	–	Assam	250-300	₹17.64 LPA
3.	PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur	2005	–	Madhya Pradesh	550-600	₹44.29 LPA (Average CTC of Top 20% companies)
4.	IIIT Allahabad	1999	–	Uttar Pradesh	400-500	₹33 LPA
5.	IIITDM Kanchipuram	2007	–	Tamil Nadu	600-650	₹11.81 LPA
6.	IIIT Pune	2016	–	Maharashtra	600-700	₹17.5 LPA
7.	IIIT Kota	2013	–	Rajasthan	330-350	₹11.13 LPA
8.	IIIT Sri City	2013	–	Andhra Pradesh	400-450	₹18.44 LPA
9.	IIIT Vadodara	2013	–	Gujarat	600-700	₹13.14 LPA
10.	IIIT Nagpur	2016	–	Maharashtra	600-700	₹14.96 LPA
11.	IIIT Kalyani	2014	–	West Bengal	250-300	₹9.27 LPA
12.	IIIT Lucknow	2015	–	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh	220-300	₹34.04 LPA
13.	IIIT Dharwad	2015	–	Karnataka	600-650	₹12 LPA
14.	IIIT Bhagalpur	2017	–	Bihar	300-350	₹10.35 LPA
15.	IIIT Bhopal	2017	–	Madhya Pradesh	1000-1100	₹16.09 LPA
16.	IIIT Kottayam	2015	–	Kerala	550-600	₹11.91 LPA
17.	IIIT Ranchi	2016	–	Jharkhand	300-320	₹12.36 LPA
18.	IIIT Una	2014	–	Himachal Pradesh	250-300	₹11.02 LPA
19.	IIIT Surat	2017	–	Gujarat	350-400	₹14.42 LPA
20.	IIIT Manipur	2015	–	Manipur	550-600	₹6.9 LPA
21.	IIITDM Kurnool	2015	–	Andhra Pradesh	350-400	₹7.03 LPA
22.	IIIT Tiruchirappalli	2013	–	Tamil Nadu	200-250	₹18.04 LPA
23.	IIIT Sonepat	2014	–	Haryana	300-350	₹12.9- 14 LPA
24.	IIIT Agartala	2018	–	Tripura	100	₹18.33 LPA
25.	IIIT Raichur	2019	–	Karnataka	220	₹18 LPA

Top 5 IIT Colleges in India

Getting admission to an IIT is the dream of every engineering aspirant. The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are globally recognised for academic excellence, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and outstanding placements. While all 23 IITs provide quality education, a few consistently rank among the best based on NIRF rankings, placements, faculty, research output, and industry reputation. Below is a detailed overview of the top 5 IITs in India for 2026.

1. IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

IIT Madras, established in 1959, is widely regarded as India’s best engineering institute. Ranked #1 in the NIRF Engineering Rankings 2025, it is known for its excellent academics, world-class research, strong startup ecosystem, and one of the highest placement records among all IITs. A total of 1,199 job offers were made in the 2025 placement from different companies at IIT Madras (Source: IIT Madras Newsletter).

Courses Offered: B.Tech, Dual Degree, M.Tech, MSc, MBA, PhD

Popular Branches

• Computer Science Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Data Science
• Aerospace Engineering
• Civil Engineering

JEE Advanced Admission Chances 2026

Category	Typical Closing Rank (General)
Computer Science	Under 180- 200
Electrical Engineering	Under 900
Mechanical Engineering	Under 2500
Civil Engineering	Under 6000

Placement Statistics 

• Highest Package: ₹2,39,53,125 (approximately)
• Average Package: ₹21.48 LPA (Source: IIT Madras Newsletter)
• Placement Rate: 80%

Top Recruiters:

Google, Microsoft, Apple, Qualcomm, Meesho, Texas Instruments, Shiprocket, Meril Life, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, NVIDIA, Amazon, Samsung, Adobe, Intel.

Fee Structure

S. No.	Fee Particulars	Indian Student Fee for B.Tech (₹)	Foreign Student Fee for B.Tech (₹)
1	Tuition Fee	1,00,000	5,00,000
2	Enrolment Fee	1,500	1,500
3	Medical Fee	1,500	1,500
4	Seat Rent	7,500	7,500
5	Extra-Curricular Fee	2,000	2,000
6	Student Wellness Fee	500	500
7	Student Medical Insurance Premium (per annum)	2,402	–
		₹1,15,402 (Per Semester)Source: IIT Madras Fee Circular	₹5,13,000 (Per Semester)

Why Choose IIT Madras?

• India’s No.1 Engineering Institute
• Strong startup incubation ecosystem
• Excellent international collaborations
• Outstanding placement record
• Exceptional research opportunities

Matrix Academy Tip: Students aiming for IIT Madras CSE generally need an AIR below 200 in the JEE Advanced exam.

2. IIT Delhi, Delhi

IIT Delhi, established in 1961, has rapidly grown as India’s most prestigious engineering institute. It offers an excellent reputation for placements, innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaborations with global universities. IIT Delhi ranked 2nd in NIRF 2025 and is spread across a 325-acre campus.

Major Courses: B.Tech, Dual Degree, M. Tech, MSc, MBA, PhD

Top Engineering Branches

• Computer Science
• Mathematics & Computing
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Physics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering

JEE Advanced Closing Rank (General)

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 120
Mathematics & Computing	Under 350
Electrical	Under 700
Mechanical	Under 1800

Placement Statistics 

• Highest Package: ₹1- ₹1.2 crore per annum
• Average Package: ₹20 LPA- ₹25 LPA
• Placement Rate: 89%
• Total Job Offers in 2025: 1275 with 35 international offers (Source: IIT Delhi Blog)

Major Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Graviton Research Capital, JP Morgan, Meesho, Navi, Nine Education, Bain, McKinsey, Adobe, Samsung, Amazon, Intel.

Fee Structure for B.Tech: ₹1,31,000 Per Semester (Source: IIT Delhi Fee Structure)

Why Choose IIT Delhi?

• Excellent coding culture.
• High research funding.
• Strong startup ecosystem.
• Top placements in software and consulting.
• Outstanding alumni network.

3. IIT Bombay, Maharashtra

IIT Bombay was established in 1958 and is widely known for producing entrepreneurs, CEOs, researchers, and global technology leaders. IIT Bombay’s Computer Science, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering programs are among the best in Asia.

Popular Courses: B.Tech, Dual Degree, M. Tech, MBA, MSc, PhD

Best Branches:

• Computer Science
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Chemical
• Civil
• Aerospace
• Engineering Physics

Expected JEE Advanced Rank (General Category)

Branch	General Rank
CSE	Under 70
Electrical	Under 450
Mechanical	Under 1800-1900

Placement Statistics 2023-24:

• Highest Package: ₹3.67 crore per annum (Approximately)
• Average Package: ₹23.50 LPA (Source: IIT Bombay Placement and Internship Report 2023-24)
• Placement Rate: 80-85%
• Total Number of Placed Students: 1475

Top Recruiters:

Google, Apple, American Express, Microsoft, ANZ Bank, Citibank, Axis Bank, Capital First Limited, ICICI Securities, Deloitte Consulting (Source: IIT Bombay List of Employers)

B.Tech Fee: ₹1,23,350 (Per Semester) (Source: IIT Bombay Fee Structure)

Key Highlights

• One of India’s strongest alumni networks.
• Outstanding entrepreneurship ecosystem.
• Excellent international exchange programs.
• World-class laboratories.

4. IIT Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

IIT Kanpur has been operational since 1959 and is internationally known for research excellence, computer science, aerospace engineering, and innovation. IIT Kanpur is situated in Uttar Pradesh with a 1050-acre campus, 21 departments, and 27 centres (Source: IIT Kanpur Blog). The NIRF 2025 ranking of IIT Kanpur is 4 across India with an overall score of 81.82.

Courses Offered: B.Tech, M. Tech, M.Sc, MBA, M. Design, Master of Science (MS)

Major Branches in B.Tech

• Computer Science
• Aerospace Engineering
• Chemical
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Civil
• Materials Science and Engineering

Admission Cutoff for General Category

Branch	General Rank
CSE	Under 250
Electrical	Under 900
Mechanical	Under 1800-2500

Placement Statistics 2023-25

• Highest Package: ₹2.05 Crore per annum (Approximately)
• Average Package: ₹26.27 LPA (Approximately)
• Placement Rate: 85% (Approximately)
• Total Number of Placed Students in 2025: 1,627 (Source: IIT Kanpur Blog)

Top Recruiters: Accenture, Abacus AI, JUSPAY, Diageo, Accordion, Navi, PwC, Deutsche Bank, HSBC, Atkins, Deloitte, Dr Reddy’s, Microsoft, Oracle, Dolat Capital, Samsung, Intel, Qualcomm, Flipkart, Amazon.

Fee for B.Tech: ₹1,00,000 Per Semester (Source: IIT Kanpur fee structure)

Why IIT Kanpur?

• Strong research culture.
• Best aerospace engineering program.
• Excellent coding environment.
• Global collaborations.

5. IIT Kharagpur, West Bengal

IIT Kharagpur was established in 1951, and it is the oldest IIT institute in India, offering the widest range of engineering disciplines. IIT Kharagpur’s NIRF 2025 ranking is 5 with a score of 78.69. IIT Kharagpur is the first IIT in India and is known as the mother of IITs. IIT Kharagpur has a massive and well-organised campus of 2,100 acres.

Major Courses: 15 programs across B.Tech, Dual Degree, M. Tech, MBA, Law, Architecture, PhD

Best Branches

• Computer Science
• Electronics
• Computing
• Mechanical
• Civil
• Electrical
• Artificial Intelligence

JEE Advanced Closing Rank for General

Branch	General Rank
CSE	Under 450
Electrical	Under 1500
Mechanical	Under 3500

Placement Statistics 

• Highest Package: ₹2.14 Cr (per annum) (Approximately)
• Average Package: ₹24 LPA
• Placement Rate: 90% (Approximately)
• Total Number of Placed Students in 2025: 1,800+ (Approximately)

Major Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Accenture, Adobe, Qualcomm, Intel, Amazon, Tata Steel, Reliance, Goldman Sachs.

Fee Structure: ₹1,49,005 Per Semester (Source: IIT Kharagpur fee structure)

Why Choose IIT Kharagpur?

• India’s oldest IIT.
• Largest academic campus.
• Wide range of engineering programs.
• Strong alumni network across industries.
• Excellent placements in both core and software sectors.

Comparison of the Top 5 IITs

Students can compare all 5 IITs’ key features from the table attached below-

IIT	NIRF Engineering Ranking 2025	Average Placement Package*	Best Known For	Approximate JEE Advanced CSE Closing Rank (General)
IIT Madras	1	₹21.48 LPA	India’s No.1 engineering institute, research excellence, startup ecosystem, AI & innovation	Under 180
IIT Delhi	2	₹20–25 LPA	Coding culture, research, entrepreneurship, global collaborations	Under 120
IIT Bombay	3	₹23.50 LPA	Entrepreneurship, global alumni network, world-class CSE & Electrical programs	Under 70
IIT Kanpur	4	₹26.27 LPA (Approximately)	Research, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, innovation	Under 250
IIT Kharagpur	5	₹24 LPA	India’s first IIT, largest academic campus, diverse engineering programs	Under 450

Top 5 NIT Engineering Colleges in India

The National Institutes of Technology (NITs) are considered India’s most prestigious engineering institutions after the IITs. Admission to NITs is offered through JEE Main and JoSAA Counselling. There is no need to clear JEE Advanced for admission to NITs.

These institutes provide quality education, experienced faculty, modern laboratories, strong industry partnerships, and excellent placement opportunities at a comparatively lower fee than many private engineering colleges. Out of 31 NITs, a few consistently stand out based on NIRF rankings, placements, academic reputation, research output, and student outcomes.

1. NIT Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy)

NIT Tiruchirappalli was established in 1964 and is famous among students as the best NIT in India. NIT Tiruchirappalli is known for its outstanding placement record, excellent academics, modern infrastructure, and strong industry collaborations. NIT Tiruchirappalli is known as an Institute of National Importance (INI) that offers quality education to students.

Courses Offered

Programme	Duration
B.Tech	4 Years
M. Tech	2 Years
MSc	2 Years
MBA	2 Years
MCA	2 Years
PhD	Variable

Popular Branches

• Computer Science & Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• Chemical Engineering

JEE Main Closing Rank (General)

Branch	Approximate Closing Rank
CSE	Under 5,000
ECE	Under 6,500-7,000
EEE	Under 9,000- 10,000
Mechanical	Under 16,000
Civil	Under 25,000- 28,000

Placement Statistics for B.Tech CSE 2025-26

• Highest Package: ₹46.67 LPA
• Average Package: ₹16.35 LPA
• Placement Rate: 73.5% (Source: NIT Tiruchirappalli Placement Report)
• Highest Stipend for Internships Batch 2025: ₹1,15,000 per month

Top Recruiters: Google Pay, Costco, Visa, Nvidia, FedEx, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Qualcomm, Boeing.

NIT Tiruchirappalli Fee Structure:

• Sem 1: ₹25,150 + additional charges
• Sem 3: ₹27,750 + additional charges
• Sem 5: ₹30,450 + additional charges
• Sem 7: ₹33,450 + additional charges
• One-Time Admission Fee: ₹35,300 + additional charges

Check the complete fee structure: NIT Tiruchirappalli fee structure

Why Choose NIT Tiruchirappalli?

• Highest-ranked NIT in India.
• Excellent placements in software and core engineering.
• Strong alumni network.
• Outstanding research opportunities.
• Excellent campus life.

2. NIT Rourkela, Odisha

NIT Rourkela is also a leading NIT institute, founded in 1961. NIT Rourkela is one of India’s leading engineering institutes, particularly known for research, metallurgy, mining, and computer science. NIT Rourkela’s NIRF 2025 ranking is 13 with a score of 66.62. NIT Rourkela is famous among students for exceptional research funding.

Top Branches

• Computer Science
• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Artificial Intelligence

JEE Main Closing Rank (General)

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 5500
ECE	Under 9000
EE	Under 12000
Mechanical	Under 18000

Placement Statistics 2025 for B.Tech

• Highest Package: ₹62.44 LPA
• Average Package: ₹14.10 LPA (Source: NIT Rourkela Placement Statistics 2024-25)
• Placement Rate: 82.2%
• Total Number of Placement Offers in 2025: 1274
• Companies Visited: 373

Major Recruiters: Accenture, AMD, JSW, Qualcomm, Flipkart, Barclays, Mercedes, Adani, Bank of America, Bristlecone, American Express, C-Dot, Coca-Cola, EY, Indian Oil, Infosys, Jasper Colin, NatWest, Vedanta, Snapdeal, Wipro, Microsoft, Sun Petrochemicals

Fee Structure for B.Tech

• Sem 1: ₹1,36,500
• Sem 2: ₹1,11,500
• Sem 3: ₹1,11,500
• Sem 4: ₹1,11,500
• Sem 5: ₹1,11,500
• Sem 6: ₹1,11,500
• Sem 7: ₹1,14,500
• Sem 8: ₹1,11,500 (Source: NIT Rourkela FEE STRUCTURE B.Tech 2024-25)

Why Choose NIT Rourkela?

• Strong research culture
• Excellent core engineering placements
• Modern laboratories
• High internship opportunities

3. NIT Surathkal, Karnataka

NIT Surathkal is situated in Karnataka and is one of the most renowned names among the NITs. NIT Surathkal, founded in 1960, is among the most preferred NITs because of its excellent placement record, scenic campus, and strong coding culture. NIT Surathkal’s NIRF ranking 2025 is 17 with a NIRF score of 64.59 (Source: NIRF Ranking 2025). NIT Surathkal has a self-sufficient campus of 296 acres that includes academic, residential, and recreational infrastructure.

Best Engineering Branches

• Computer Science
• Information Technology (IT)
• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical Engineering
• Mathematical and Computational Sciences
• Mining Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

JEE Main Closing Rank (General) for B.Tech

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 2700-3500
IT	Under 4000-5000
ECE	Under 5300-7000
Mechanical	Under 15000- 16000

Placement Statistics 

• Highest Package: ₹63.3 LPA (Approximately)
• Average Package: ₹17.48 LPA (Approximately)
• Placement Rate: 80.60% (Approximately)
• Total Number of Placement offers in 2025: 673 (Approximately)

Top Recruiters

Google, Bosch, Microsoft, Uber, Adobe, Amazon, Samsung R&D, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Oracle, Morgan Stanley, Samsung, Intel, Exxon Mobil, Goldman Sachs, Nvidia, American Express.

Fee Structure: ₹6,05,810 (course fee) + hostel fee (Source: NIT Surathkal Fee Structure 2026-27)

Why Choose NIT Surathkal?

• Excellent coding culture.
• Strong software placements.
• Beautiful beachfront campus.
• Active technical clubs.

4. NIT Calicut, Kerala

NIT Calicut was established in 1961 as a premium institute in Kerala. NIT Calicut is one of South India’s leading engineering institutes and is recognised for academic excellence, strong job placements, and campus festivals. NIT Calicut’s NIRF ranking 2025 is 21 with an overall score of 63.05.

Top Branches

• Computer Science
• Electronics
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Civil

JEE Main Closing Rank

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 4,500-6,000
ECE	Under 7,500-10,000
EE	Under 10,000-14,000
Mechanical	Under 16,000-20,000

Placement Statistics for B.Tech in 2025

• Highest Package: ₹46 LPA
• Average Package: ₹12.28 LPA
• Placement Rate: 72-75%
• Total Number of Placement offers in 2025: 714 (Source: NIT Calicut Placement Report 2024-25)

Major Recruiters: Accenture, Al Adrak Trading & Contracting Co LLC, AIET India Pvt Ltd, ALLEN Career Institute, AMD, Amdocs, American Express, Apollo Tyres, Axis Bank Limited, Atomberg.

Fee: ₹1,25,000 for the B.Tech programme + other charges.

Why Choose NIT Calicut?

• Strong academic reputation.
• Excellent campus facilities.
• Good placements in software and core sectors.
• Active research ecosystem.

5. NIT Warangal, Telangana

NIT Warangal is one of the oldest institutes, which was established in 1959. NIT Warangal has consistently maintained an excellent reputation in academics, placements, and research. NIT Warangal secured rank 28 with a total score of 61.05 in the NIRF ranking 2025.

Courses Offered: B.Tech, M. Tech, and M.Sc

Popular Branches

• Computer Science
• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering

JEE Main Closing Rank (General)

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 5,000
ECE	Under 8,000
Electrical	Under 12,000
Mechanical	Under 18,000

Placement Statistics 2025-26

• Highest Package: ₹60.40 LPA
• Average Package: ₹ 16.98 LPA
• Placement Rate: 82.16%
• Total Number of Placement offers in 2025: 660 (Source: NIT Warangal Placement Statistics 2025-26)

Top Recruiters: Microsoft, Google, Oracle, Adobe, Qualcomm, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, Accenture, Infosys, LinkedIn.

Fee Structure: ₹5.74 Lakh to ₹6.20 Lakh for the complete B.Tech programme.

Why Choose NIT Warangal?

• One of India’s oldest NITs
• Excellent coding and technical culture
• Strong placement record
• High-quality faculty and research opportunities

Comparison of the Top 5 NITs

A comparison of the top 5 NITs across the key factors is given below: 

Institute	NIRF Engineering Ranking 2025	Average Package (B.Tech)	Highest Package	Best Known For	Approx. CSE Closing Rank (General)
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli	9	₹16.35 LPA	₹46.67 LPA	Best NIT in India, excellent placements, academics, strong alumni network, research opportunities	Under 3,500
National Institute of Technology Rourkela	13	₹14.10 LPA	₹62.44 LPA	Research excellence, metallurgy, mining, AI, strong core engineering placements	Under 5,500
National Institute of Technology Surathkal	17	₹17.48 LPA	₹63.30 LPA	Coding culture, software placements, beachfront campus, technical clubs	Under 2,700–3,500
National Institute of Technology Calicut	21	₹12.28 LPA	₹46.00 LPA	Academic excellence, software & core placements, research ecosystem	Under 4,500–6,000
National Institute of Technology Warangal	28	₹16.98 LPA	₹60.40 LPA	One of India’s oldest NITs, coding culture, placements, quality faculty	Under 5,000

• Matrix Academy Expert Tip: Students targeting admission to the top NITs should aim for a 99+ percentile in JEE Main, perform consistently in mock tests, and actively participate in JoSAA counselling by prioritizing branch preferences based on their career goals rather than only institute reputation.

Top 5 IIIT Engineering Colleges in India

The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) have emerged as some of India’s most sought-after engineering institutes, especially for students interested in Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cyber Security, and Electronics. Most IIITs admit students through JEE Main and JoSAA/CSAB Counselling. These institutes are known for their industry-oriented curriculum, research-driven education, excellent coding culture, and strong placement records in the IT sector.

1. ABV-IIITM Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh

ABV-IIITM Gwalior was established in 1997 and stands for Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management (ABV-IIITM) Gwalior. The institute is renowned for integrating technology with management education. ABV-IIITM Gwalior’s NIRF 2025 ranking is 96 with an overall score of 46.25.

Popular Courses

• Computer Science Engineering
• Information Technology
• Electronics & Communication
• Integrated B.Tech + MBA

Expected Closing Rank

Branch	General Rank
CSE	Under 8,000
IT	Under 12,000
ECE	Under 15,000-16,000

Placement Statistics 2025

• Highest Package: ₹67.5 LPA
• Average Package: ₹27.23 LPA (Source: ABV-IIITM Gwalior Placement Report 2025).
• Placement Rate: 80%+ Approximately 
• Number of companies visited: 80+

Major Recruiters: Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Gojek, Zeta, Jivox, Myntra, Cred, TCS, VMware, Adobe, Deloitte, Oracle, Slice, Goldman Sachs, Infosys, Accenture.

Fee: Approximately ₹1.15-₹1.25 lakh (per semester) for the B.Tech programme.

Key Highlights

• Excellent CSE placements.
• Strong industry exposure.
• Integrated management programmes.
• Excellent coding environment.

2. IIIT Guwahati, Assam 

IIIT Guwahati is one of the fastest-growing IIITs and has been operational since 2013. Despite being relatively new, IIIT Guwahati has developed a strong academic reputation in Computer Science and Electronics. IIIT Guwahati accepts admissions through the JEE Main exam. IIIT Guwahati is the primary choice of students with a strong placement rate, focused curriculum, and advanced-level exposure.

Courses Offered: B.Tech, M. Tech, PhD.

Major Branches

• Computer Science and Engineering. (CSE)
• Electronics & Communication Engineering. (ECE)
• Electronics, Communication and Artificial Intelligence. (ECAI)

Expected JEE Main Rank

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 22,000
ECE	Under 29,000-30,000

Placement Statistics for B.Tech 2025-26

• Highest Package: ₹59 LPA
• Average Package: ₹17.64 LPA
• Placement Rate: 71.35%
• Total Number of Job Offers 2025: 206 (Source: IIIT Guwahati Placement Status for 2025-26 Batch)

Top Recruiters:

Amazon, Microsoft, Adobe, Arista Networks, Cisco, Headout, IndiaMart, MAQ, Nagarro, De Shaw, HCL Tech, JPMC, ServiceNow, Sigmoid, Tekion, Vedya AI, and many more.

Fee: Approximately ₹2,75,000 annually + additional charges for the B.Tech programme (Source: IIIT Guwahati fee structure).

Highlights

• Modern curriculum.
• Good placement growth.
• Excellent faculty.
• Strong coding culture.

3. PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur was founded in 2005. PDPM Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing (IIITDM) Jabalpur is well known for combining engineering education with design and manufacturing technologies.

Courses Offered: B.Tech, B.Design, M. Tech, M. Design, PhD.

Popular Branches:

• Computer Science Engineering.
• Electronics & Communication.     
• Mechanical Engineering.
• Smart Manufacturing.
• Design Engineering.

JEE Main Closing Rank

Branch	Approximate Rank
CSE	Under 15,000
ECE	Under 18,000-20,000
Mechanical	Under 40,000

Placement Statistics 2025-26 for B.Tech:

• Highest Package: ₹75 LPA in CSE
• Average Package of Top 20% Companies: ₹44.29 LPA
• Students placed below ₹10 LPA: 33.61% 
• ₹10 LPA – Below 20 LPA: 31.37%
• ₹20 LPA – Below 30 LPA: 15.97%
• ₹30 LPA and Above: 19.05% (Source: PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur Campus Placement Report 2025-26)

Major Recruiters:

Uber, Reliance, Google, Panasonic, Delhivery, Euler, JSW, Meesho, Sigmoid, Denso, Myntra, Microsoft, Cure.Fit, Muse INC, RIMO, and many more.

Fee Structure:

• Sem 1: ₹1,05,750
• Sem 2: ₹90,250
• Sem 3: ₹90,250
• Sem 4: ₹90,250
• Sem 5: ₹90,250
• Sem 6: ₹90,250
• Sem 7: ₹90,250
• Sem 8: ₹90,250

Additional Charges: One-Time Fee- ₹15,500 (Source: PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur Fee Structure 2025-26)

Why Choose IIITDM Jabalpur?

• Strong interdisciplinary curriculum.
• Good research facilities.
• Excellent placements in CSE and ECE.
• Growing reputation in design and manufacturing.

4. IIIT Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh

IIIT Allahabad was established in 1999 and is one of the oldest and most prestigious IIITs in India. The institute is well known for its excellence in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Artificial Intelligence, and Information Security. IIIT Allahabad is also well recognised for its strong placement records, coding culture, and research-driven academics.

Courses Offered

Programme	Duration
B. Tech (Information Technology)	4 Years
B. Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering)	4 Years
B. Tech (IT – Business Informatics)	4 Years

Top Branches

• Information Technology (IT)
• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
• Information Technology – Business Informatics (IT-BI)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Data Analytics

Admission Cutoff

Programme	Approximate JEE Main Rank
Information Technology (IT)	Under 7,000
ECE	Under 10,000
IT-Business Informatics	Under 7,000

Placement Statistics 2025 for UG

• Highest Package: ₹1.20 Cr Per Annum (IIIT Allahabad Placement Report 2025-26)
• Average Package: ₹33 LPA
• Placement Rate: 97.91%
• Placed Students: 422

Top Recruiters

Google, Accenture, Addverb Technologies, Cocubes, BCG, Hackerearth, Microsoft, Dolcera, Amazon, HSBC, Adobe, Goldman Sachs, Juniper, Qualcomm, Samsung, Oracle, Walmart Global Tech, NVIDIA, Media.net, ZS Associates, Flipkart, Deloitte, Accenture, and others

Fee Structure for B. Tech:

• Sem 1: 1,08,380
• Sem 2: 1,08,380
• Sem 3: 1,09,360
• Sem 4: 1,09,360
• Sem 5: 1,10,430
• Sem 6: 1,10,430
• Sem 7: 1,11,600
• Sem 8: 1,11,600 (Source: IIIT Allahabad Fee Structure 2026-27)

Why Choose IIIT Allahabad?

• One of India’s oldest and most reputed IIITs.
• Outstanding placement record in IT and CSE-related domains.
• Strong coding and competitive programming culture.
• Excellent alumni network in top multinational companies.
• High average salary packages with leading global recruiters.

5. IIIT Pune, Maharashtra

IIIT Pune was established in 2016 under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model and has rapidly emerged as one of the promising IIITs in India. The institute focuses on Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electronics, Data Science, and Information Technology, offering industry-oriented education supported by modern laboratories and collaborations with leading technology companies.

Courses Offered

Programme	Duration
B. Tech (Computer Science & Engineering)	4 Years
B. Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering)	4 Years

Top Branches

• Computer Science Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Science
• Internet of Things (IoT)

Admission Cutoff

Programme	Approximate JEE Main Rank
CSE	Under 20,000
ECE	Under 25,000

Placement Statistics 2023-24

• Highest Package: ₹55 LPA (IIIT Pune Placement Report 2023-24)
• Average Package: ₹17.5 LPA
• Placement Rate: 95%

Top Recruiters

Amazon, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Nvidia, Flipkart, Deloitte, Accenture, TCS Digital, Samsung, Citi, Goldman Sochas, Wipro, TCS, IBM, Zomato, Persistent Systems, IBM, and many more.

Fee Structure

• B. Tech 1^st Year fee: 2,78,750
• B. Tech 2^nd Year fee: 2,48,750
• B. Tech 3^rd & 4^th year: 2,28,700 (Source: IIIT Pune Fee Structure 2026-27)

Why Choose IIIT Pune?

• Rapidly growing IIIT with strong industry exposure.
• Excellent curriculum focused on emerging technologies.
• Good placement opportunities in software and IT sectors.
• Modern campus with advanced research laboratories.
• Strong industry collaborations and internship opportunities.

Comparison of the Top 5 IIITs

A comparison of the top 5 IIITs is given below: 

Institute	NIRF 2025 Ranking	Average Package	Highest Package	Best Known For	Approximate JEE Main Rank (General)
ABV-IIITM Gwalior	96	₹27.23 LPA	₹67.5 LPA	Excellent CSE placements, technology + management education, strong coding culture	CSE: Under 8,000 IT: Under 12,000 ECE: Under 15,000–16,000
IIIT Guwahati	–	₹17.64 LPA	₹59 LPA	Modern curriculum, growing placements, strong coding culture	CSE: Under 22,000 ECE: Under 29,000- 30,000
PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur	–	Top 20% Companies: ₹44.29 LPA	₹75 LPA	Design & manufacturing education with excellent CSE/ECE placements	CSE: Under 15,000 ECE: Under 18,000- 20,000 Mechanical: Under 40,000
IIIT Allahabad		₹33 LPA	₹1.20 Crore	Outstanding placements, competitive programming, one of the oldest IIITs	IT: Under 7,000 IT-BI: Under 7,000 ECE: Under 10,000
IIIT Pune	–	₹17.5 LPA	₹55 LPA	AI, Data Science, industry-oriented curriculum, excellent software placements	CSE: Under 20,000 ECE: Under 25,000

How to Choose the Right IIIT?

Before selecting an IIIT during JoSAA or CSAB counselling, Matrix Academy suggests that students compare the following factors:

• Branch Preference: Choose your preferred branch before considering the institute.
• Placement Record: Check average packages, placement percentage, and top recruiters.
• Curriculum: Review specializations such as AI, Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Data Science.
• Location: Institutes in major technology hubs often provide better internship opportunities.
• Research & Innovation: If you plan for higher studies or research, compare faculty, labs, and research output.
• Fee & Scholarships: Evaluate the total cost and available financial assistance.

Matrix Academy Expert Tip

Students aiming for admission to top IIITs should focus on achieving a good JEE Main percentile, strengthening programming and logical reasoning skills, and making informed choices during JoSAA/CSAB counselling by balancing branch preference, placement record, and long-term career goals.

How Does Matrix Academy Prepare Engineering Students for IITs, NITs & IIITs?

Every year, thousands of students begin their JEE preparation, but only a small percentage secures admission to the top IITs, NITs, and IIITs. The difference is not just hard work; it is the right guidance, a structured study plan, continuous practice, and timely mentoring.

• Outstanding JEE Results: Since its establishment, Matrix Academy has helped thousands of students secure admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other prestigious engineering institutes across India. Students can find detailed JEE Main & Advanced results of the last 12 years from the attached link: Matrix Academy JEE Main results & Matrix Academy JEE Advanced results.
• Experienced Faculty Team: Learn from highly qualified and experienced educators from IITs, NITs, and other premier institutions with years of JEE teaching experience.
• Concept-Based Learning: Every topic is taught from the fundamentals to advanced JEE Main and JEE Advanced levels to ensure conceptual clarity.
• Personal Mentorship: Dedicated mentors regularly monitor each student’s academic progress, attendance, mock test performance, and overall preparation.
• Regular Mock Tests: Students appear for chapter-wise tests, part syllabus tests, full syllabus tests, and All India Test Series to build confidence and improve exam temperament.
• Comprehensive Study Material: Matrix provides well-researched study modules, question banks, revision booklets, and practice sheets prepared according to the latest JEE syllabus and examination trends.
• Advanced Doubt Resolution System: Subject experts are available to resolve doubts quickly through dedicated doubt counters and interactive classroom sessions.
• Performance Analysis: Detailed test analysis identifies strengths, weaknesses, and frequently repeated mistakes, allowing students to improve continuously.
• Competitive Learning Environment: Students prepare alongside highly motivated peers, creating a healthy academic atmosphere that encourages consistent improvement.
• Career Guidance & Counselling: Expert guidance is provided throughout JEE preparation and during JoSAA, CSAB, and institute selection to help students make informed admission decisions.

Matrix Academy’s IIT, NIT & IIIT Preparation Formula

Matrix Academy uses a specific formula-based approach, so students can get admission to these institutes. The complete approach is given below:

Preparation Stage	Matrix Academy Approach
Concept Building	Strong focus on NCERT fundamentals and advanced JEE concepts
Practice	Daily assignments, DPPs, and topic-wise question practice
Assessment	Regular chapter tests, cumulative tests, and All India mock tests
Revision	Weekly revision sessions, revision booklets, and error analysis
Mentorship	One-to-one mentoring and academic monitoring
Counselling	Expert guidance for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, JoSAA, and CSAB counselling

Conclusion

Choosing the right engineering college is one of the most important decisions in a student’s academic journey. While IITs, NITs, and IIITs all offer excellent education and career opportunities, the best institute for you depends on your JEE rank, preferred branch, career goals, and personal interests. 

Students should carefully compare factors such as NIRF rankings, placements, faculty, campus facilities, fees, and research opportunities before making their final choice. With the right preparation, consistent practice, and expert guidance from Matrix Academy, you can confidently aim for admission to your dream engineering institute and build a successful career in technology and innovation.

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