Top 3 B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | NIRF rank | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | 4.7/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #1 (2025) | — | Tamil Nadu |
| 2 | Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education | 4.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #33 (2025) | A++ (3.51) | Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu |
| 3 | Kumaraguru College Of Technology | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A++ (3.62) | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |
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. Only official data is used. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course.
Tamil Nadu has 6 rated B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Tamil Nadu, is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.7. NIRF ranked it 1 in the engineering category in 2025.
On the factors compared, it scores above 99% of colleges on academic standing and above 95% on student demand. In JEE Advanced 2025, its Aerospace Engineering seat for General category, all-India seats, closed at rank 3211 in round 6.
Good fit if you want a college with the strongest NIRF position and student demand among these three, and can compete at JEE Advanced level.
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2. Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education
Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education, a deemed university in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NIRF ranked it 33 in the engineering category in 2025.
NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.51, valid until 13 Feb 2029. It scores above 91% of colleges on academic standing and above 82% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you want a NIRF-ranked deemed university with an A++ NAAC grade whose accreditation runs until 2029.
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3. Kumaraguru College Of Technology
Kumaraguru College Of Technology, a private college in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. It is listed below Kalasalingam because NIRF-ranked colleges come first in NIRF order.
NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.62, valid until 1 Aug 2027. It scores above 95% of colleges on academic standing and above 98% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you value a high NAAC score and a college that publishes a lot of official information.
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How the top three compare
The three colleges differ in rating, ownership and official standing. Indian Institute of Technology Madras is rated 4.7, Kumaraguru College Of Technology 4.5 and Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education 4.3.
Kalasalingam is a deemed university in Virudhunagar and Kumaraguru is a private college in Coimbatore. NAAC CGPA is 3.51 for Kalasalingam and 3.62 for Kumaraguru, both graded A++. The Think Grads Rating used 4 factors for IIT Madras and 3 for each of the other two.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own rank, category and budget. Check official closing ranks, such as the JEE Advanced 2025 closing rank of 3211 for Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras, and confirm approvals 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 can help you build a shortlist. The list is reviewed every month, so recheck before you decide.
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 Tamil Nadu?
Indian Institute of Technology Madras is ranked first on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 4.7. NIRF also ranked it 1 in the engineering category in 2025, and NIRF-ranked colleges are listed first in NIRF order.
Which colleges are in the top three for this course in Tamil Nadu?
The top three are Indian Institute of Technology Madras (4.7), Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education (4.3) and Kumaraguru College Of Technology (4.5). Kalasalingam is placed second because NIRF-ranked colleges come first in NIRF order.
How many colleges were rated for this course in Tamil Nadu?
This list covers 6 rated B.Tech Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu. The top 3 are shown here, and each is compared with every college in India offering the same course, on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0.
What is the JEE Advanced closing rank for Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras?
In 2025, the round 6 closing rank for Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras was 3211 for the General category on all-India seats, according to official JEE Advanced counselling records. Check the latest official data before applying.
Is Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education NAAC accredited?
Yes. NAAC graded Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education A++ with a CGPA of 3.51, valid until 13 Feb 2029. It is a deemed university in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, and NIRF ranked it 33 in engineering in 2025.
What NAAC grade does Kumaraguru College Of Technology have?
NAAC graded Kumaraguru College Of Technology A++ with a CGPA of 3.62, valid until 1 Aug 2027. The private college is in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and holds position 3 on this list with a rating of 4.5.
How is the Think Grads Rating calculated?
It uses official data only. Factors include academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course.
Can colleges pay to be listed on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The ranking is computed from official data and reviewed every month when new official data arrives.