Top 10 B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in Karnataka, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Closing rank (General) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manipal Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | — | Udupi, Karnataka |
| 2 | M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | — | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| 3 | Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology | 3.7/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A+ (3.48) | 41,216 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 4 | S J C Institute Of Technology | 3.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A+ (3.43) | 66,385 (KCET 2025) | Chikkaballapur, Karnataka |
| 5 | M. S. Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, Bangalore | 3.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.33) | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 6 | Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering | 3.2/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A (3.2) | 12,812 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 7 | K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology | 3.1/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A+ (3.29) | 47,195 (KCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 8 | Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology | 3.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.33) | — | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| 9 | Global Academy Of Technology | 3.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 52,206 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 10 | Reva University, Bengaluru | 3.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.3) | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
How we ranked these colleges
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for this course's category are listed first, in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating uses official data only, covering academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Each college is compared with every college in India that offers the same course. Karnataka has 23 rated colleges for this course. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Manipal Institute Of Technology
Manipal Institute Of Technology, Udupi, is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. It is a deemed university and was ranked 59 in NIRF's engineering category in 2025. On academic standing it scores higher than 96% of the colleges compared, and on official disclosures higher than 82%.
Good fit if you want a college that is ranked in NIRF's engineering category and scores strongly on academic standing and official disclosures.
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2. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. It was ranked 75 in NIRF's engineering category in 2025. On academic standing it scores higher than 95% of the colleges compared, and on official disclosures higher than 82%. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a NIRF-ranked private engineering college with strong academic standing and official disclosures.
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3. Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 20 Aug 2028. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 41216. It is a government college.
Good fit if you want a government college with an A+ NAAC grade and a KCET closing rank near 41216.
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4. S J C Institute Of Technology
S J C Institute Of Technology, Chikkaballapur, is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.43, valid until 27 Feb 2028. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 66385. It scores higher than 66% of the colleges compared on academic standing.
Good fit if you want an A+ NAAC-graded private college and your KCET rank is near 66385.
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5. M. S. Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences
M. S. Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, Bangalore Urban, is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.2. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.33, valid until 15 Jun 2029. It scores higher than 55% of the colleges compared on academic standing. It is a private university.
Good fit if you want a private university with an A+ NAAC grade whose accreditation runs until 2029.
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6. Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering
Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban, is at position 6 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.2. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.2, valid until 27 Jun 2027. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 12812. It scores higher than 76% of the colleges compared on student demand.
Good fit if you want a college with strong student demand and a KCET closing rank near 12812.
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7. K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology
K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology, Belgaum, is at position 7 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.29, valid until 26 Dec 2027. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 47195. It scores higher than 60% of the colleges compared on student demand.
Good fit if you want an A+ NAAC-graded college in Belgaum and your KCET rank is near 47195.
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8. Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology
Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology, Bangalore, is at position 8 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.33. It scores higher than 55% of the colleges compared on academic standing and higher than 26% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade and a CGPA of 3.33.
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9. Global Academy Of Technology
Global Academy Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 9 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.1. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 52206. It scores higher than 53% of the colleges compared on student demand and higher than 58% on approvals and standing.
Good fit if your KCET rank is near 52206 and you want a private college in Bangalore Urban.
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10. Reva University
Reva University, Bangalore Urban, is at position 10 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.0. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.3, valid until 9 Apr 2029. It scores higher than 48% of the colleges compared on academic standing and higher than 56% on official disclosures. It is a private university.
Good fit if you want a private university with an A+ NAAC grade valid until 2029.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ on official facts rather than on one score. Manipal Institute Of Technology was ranked 59 and M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology 75 in NIRF's engineering category in 2025. Both are rated 4.4, while Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology is rated 3.7. Manipal is a deemed university, Ramaiah a private college and Dr. Ambedkar a government college. Dr. Ambedkar holds a NAAC A+ grade with a CGPA of 3.48.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own rank, category and budget. Check the official closing ranks for your category, as KCET rounds and seat types differ, for example 12812 at Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering against 66385 at S J C Institute Of Technology in round 3 of 2025 for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats. Also confirm the college's approvals and NAAC validity before applying. 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 the shortlist.
What changed this month
- No changes this month: the latest official data did not change the order.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering college in Karnataka?
Manipal Institute Of Technology, Udupi, is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating with 4.4, and it was ranked 59 in NIRF's engineering category in 2025. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru, follows at #2 with the same rating.
How many colleges were compared for this list?
The list covers 23 rated B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering colleges in Karnataka, and the top 10 are shown here. Each is compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only.
Which government college is on this list?
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is a government college ranked #3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 20 Aug 2028.
What was the KCET closing rank at Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering?
In KCET 2025 round 3, the closing rank for Aeronautical Engineering at Dayananda Sagar College Of Engineering was 12812 for the General category on rest-of-Karnataka seats. Check the latest official counselling data before applying, as ranks change each year.
What was the KCET closing rank at S J C Institute Of Technology?
S J C Institute Of Technology, Chikkaballapur, closed at rank 66385 in KCET 2025 round 3 for Aeronautical Engineering, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats. It also holds a NAAC A+ grade with a CGPA of 3.43, valid until 27 Feb 2028.
Which colleges here have a NAAC A+ grade?
NAAC graded A+ to Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology, S J C Institute Of Technology, M. S. Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology, Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology and Reva University, per the NAAC records in our data.
Can a college pay to improve its position?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The order uses NIRF rank for colleges in the national top 100 first, then the Think Grads Rating, which is built only from official data.
How often is this list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. This version was reviewed in October 2026, so closing ranks, NAAC grades and ratings reflect the latest records available then.