Top 10 B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 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 | Visvesvaraya Technological University | 3.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | B+ (2.73) | — | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 2 | International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 3 | M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology | 4.6/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | — | 4,160 (KCET 2025) | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| 4 | B.M.S.College Of Engineering | 4.5/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.56) | 4,646 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 5 | CMR Institute of Technology | 4.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.71) | 20,870 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 6 | Indian institute of information technology, Raichur, Karnataka | 4.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 41,577 (JEE Main 2025) | Karnataka |
| 7 | Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore | 3.8/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.31) | — | Ramanagara, Karnataka |
| 8 | Nitte Meenakshi Institute Of Technology | 3.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.33) | — | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| 9 | Univesity of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (A State Autonomous Public University on IIT Model) K R Circle, Bangalore | 3.6/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 7,213 (KCET 2025) | Karnataka |
| 10 | S J C Institute Of Technology | 3.6/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A+ (3.43) | 56,185 (KCET 2025) | Chikkaballapur, 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 48 rated B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Visvesvaraya Technological University
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum is at position 1 because NIRF ranked it 69 in the engineering category in 2024, which places it first in NIRF order on this list. NAAC graded it B+ with a CGPA of 2.73, valid until 28 Mar 2027. It is a government institution with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4, scoring above 91% of compared colleges on official disclosures.
Good fit if you want a government university with a NIRF-ranked engineering profile and a NAAC grade valid until 2027.
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2. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore
International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore, in Bangalore Urban, is at position 2 because NIRF ranked it 69 in the engineering category in 2025. It is a deemed university with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. It scores above 96% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 91% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you want a deemed university with a NIRF engineering rank of 69 and a strong academic standing score.
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3. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru is at position 3 because NIRF ranked it 75 in the engineering category in 2025. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 4160. It holds a Think Grads Rating of 4.6 and scores above 96% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if you hold a KCET rank near 4160 and want a NIRF-ranked private college.
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4. B.M.S.College Of Engineering
B.M.S.College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.56, valid until 29 Oct 2029. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 4646. It scores above 95% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if you want an A++ NAAC grade and have a KCET rank around 4646.
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5. CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Bangalore Urban is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.71, valid until 25 Oct 2027. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 20870. It scores above 98% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you want an A++ NAAC grade with a CGPA of 3.71 and have a KCET rank near 20870.
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6. Indian institute of information technology, Raichur, Karnataka
Indian institute of information technology, Raichur, Karnataka is at position 6 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0. Its JEE Main 2025 round 6 closing rank for General, all-India seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 41577. It scores above 87% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if you took JEE Main and have a rank near 41577 for all-India seats.
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7. Dayananda Sagar University
Dayananda Sagar University, Ramanagara is at position 7 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.31, valid until 20 Mar 2029. It scores above 78% of compared colleges on official disclosures and above 70% on academic standing.
Good fit if you want a private university with an A+ NAAC grade valid until 2029.
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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 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.33. The record shows no validity date for this grade, so check it with the college. It is a private college, and it scores above 74% of compared colleges on academic standing. It scores above 65% on approvals and standing and above 35% on official disclosures.
Good fit if academic standing matters to you and you are comfortable verifying the NAAC validity period directly.
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9. Univesity of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (A State Autonomous Public University on IIT Model) K R Circle, Bangalore
Univesity of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering, K R Circle, Bangalore, a state autonomous public university on the IIT model, is at position 9 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.6. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 7213. It scores above 89% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if you hold a KCET rank near 7213 and want a public university.
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10. S J C Institute Of Technology
S J C Institute Of Technology, Chikkaballapur is at position 10 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.6. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.43, valid until 27 Feb 2028. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was 56185. It scores above 83% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you have a KCET rank near 56185 and want an A+ NAAC-graded college.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in ownership and ratings. Visvesvaraya Technological University is government-owned with a rating of 3.4, International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore is a deemed university rated 4.5, and M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology is private and rated 4.6. NIRF engineering ranks are 69 (2024), 69 (2025) and 75 (2025) respectively. Only M. S. Ramaiah's score for student demand is shown, above 96% of compared colleges.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it to your own rank, category and budget. Check official closing ranks for your exam and category, such as the KCET 2025 round 3 figures cited above, and confirm the college's approvals before applying. Closing ranks change every year and differ by category and seat type. 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.
What changed this month
- Visvesvaraya Technological University moved from #2 to #1.
- International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore moved from #1 to #2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science college in Karnataka?
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum is ranked #1 on this list, with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4 and a NIRF engineering rank of 69 in 2024. It is placed first because NIRF-ranked colleges come first in NIRF order.
How many colleges were rated for this course in Karnataka?
The Think Grads Rating covers 48 B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science colleges in Karnataka, and the top 10 are shown here. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only.
Which college has the highest Think Grads Rating on this list?
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru has the highest rating on this list at 4.6, and it is listed at position 3. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore and B.M.S.College Of Engineering are both rated 4.5.
What was the KCET closing rank at M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology?
In KCET 2025 round 3, the closing rank for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology was 4160. Ranks vary by year, category and round, so check the latest official data.
What was the KCET closing rank at B.M.S.College Of Engineering?
In KCET 2025 round 3, the closing rank for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at B.M.S.College Of Engineering was 4646. The college holds a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.56.
Which colleges here hold a NAAC A++ grade?
B.M.S.College Of Engineering has a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.56, valid until 29 Oct 2029. CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY also holds A++ with a CGPA of 3.71, valid until 25 Oct 2027.
Can colleges pay to improve their position on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The ranking uses official data only, and NIRF-ranked colleges are listed first in NIRF order, followed by the rest by Think Grads Rating.
How often is this list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. The current version was reviewed in October 2026, so rankings and ratings can change as NAAC, NIRF and counselling data are updated.