Top 3 BCA Colleges in Visakhapatnam, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra University | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A++ (3.74) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 2 | Gayatri Vidya Parishad College For Degree And Pg Courses | 3.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A (3.18) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 3 | Spaces Degree College | 2.8/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A (3.11) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
How we ranked these colleges
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for this course's category are listed first, in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating.
The rating looks at academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. It uses official data only. Each college is compared with every college in India that offers the same course.
Visakhapatnam has 5 rated BCA colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Andhra University
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, valid until 8 Nov 2028. NIRF ranked it 41 in the overall category in 2025.
On the factors used, it scores above 98% of colleges compared on academic standing and above 94% on official disclosures. It is a government institution.
Good fit if you want a government university with an A++ NAAC grade and a NIRF-ranked name.
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2. Gayatri Vidya Parishad College For Degree And Pg Courses
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College For Degree And Pg Courses, Visakhapatnam, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.18, valid until 19 Feb 2030.
It scores above 99% of colleges compared on official disclosures and above 56% on academic standing. It is a private college.
Good fit if you prefer a private college with an A NAAC grade that runs until 2030 and publishes detailed official information.
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3. Spaces Degree College
Spaces Degree College, Visakhapatnam, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.8. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.11, valid until 3 Jan 2029.
It scores above 41% of colleges compared on academic standing and above 50% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A NAAC grade as one option on your Visakhapatnam shortlist.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in rating, ownership and NAAC standing. Andhra University is government-run with an A++ grade (CGPA 3.74), while the other two are private with an A grade.
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College has a NAAC CGPA of 3.18 and Spaces Degree College has 3.11. Only Andhra University has a NIRF rank, 41 overall in 2025. Ratings are 4.5, 3.4 and 2.8 respectively.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it to your own rank, category and budget. Before applying, check each college's official closing ranks or admission criteria and its approvals with the issuing bodies.
Each college on Think Grads has its own cutoff, fees and "is it genuine?" pages. The Think Grads college finder and compare tool help you build and compare a shortlist.
The ratings reflect official data for the 5 rated BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam and are reviewed monthly.
What changed this month
- No changes this month: the latest official data did not change the order.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top BCA college in Visakhapatnam?
Andhra University is ranked #1 among BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam on the Think Grads Rating, with a rating of 4.5 on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0. The ranking is based on official data and reviewed monthly.
How many BCA colleges are rated in Visakhapatnam?
Think Grads has rated 5 BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam. This page lists the top 3 of them by the Think Grads Rating, each compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only.
What is the NAAC grade of Andhra University?
NAAC graded Andhra University A++ with a CGPA of 3.74. The accreditation is valid until 8 Nov 2028. It is the highest NAAC grade among the three colleges on this list.
Is Andhra University ranked by NIRF?
Yes. NIRF ranked Andhra University 41 in the overall category in 2025. Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the relevant category are listed first, in NIRF order, on Think Grads lists.
Which BCA college in Visakhapatnam is ranked second?
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College For Degree And Pg Courses is ranked second with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.18, valid until 19 Feb 2030.
What is the NAAC grade of Spaces Degree College?
NAAC graded Spaces Degree College A with a CGPA of 3.11, valid until 3 Jan 2029. It is ranked third among BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam with a Think Grads Rating of 2.8.
How are BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam ranked?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 come first in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating uses only official data on academic standing, demand, approvals, outcomes and transparency. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or reordered.
How often is this list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. This version was last reviewed in October 2026, and it covers the top 3 of 5 rated BCA colleges in Visakhapatnam.