Top 5 B.Tech 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 | 4.6/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A++ (3.74) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 2 | Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A++ (3.52) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 3 | Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences | 4.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.48) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 4 | Vignan’s Institute Of Information Technology | 3.9/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.4) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 5 | Raghu Engineering College | 3.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.35) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
How we ranked these colleges
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for this course's category come first, in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating.
The rating weighs academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency, using official data only. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Visakhapatnam has 11 rated B.Tech 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 4.6. NIRF ranked it 41 in the overall category in 2025, so it is placed first in NIRF order. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, valid until 8 Nov 2028.
On academic standing it scores above 99% of the colleges compared, and on official disclosures above 90%.
Good fit if you want a government university with an A++ NAAC grade and a NIRF ranking.
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2. Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.52, valid until 4 Jul 2029.
It scores above 99% of the colleges compared on official disclosures and above 89% on academic standing.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A++ NAAC grade and a high level of published official information.
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3. Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences
Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences, Visakhapatnam, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 1 May 2029.
It scores above 86% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 64% on approvals and standing.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade and a strong academic standing score.
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4. Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology
Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology, Visakhapatnam, is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.9. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.4, valid until 11 Jul 2029.
It scores above 80% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 64% on approvals and standing.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade whose accreditation runs until July 2029.
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5. Raghu Engineering College
Raghu Engineering College, Visakhapatnam, is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.35, valid until 30 Apr 2028.
It scores above 74% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 64% on approvals and standing.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade and a rating of 3.7 on the Think Grads scale.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in ownership, NAAC grade and rating. Andhra University is a government institution, while the other two are private.
Andhra University and Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering hold NAAC A++, with CGPAs of 3.74 and 3.52, while Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences holds A+ with 3.48.
On official disclosures, Gayatri Vidya Parishad scores above 99% of colleges compared, Andhra University above 90% and Anil Neerukonda above 41%.
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 the latest official counselling closing ranks for your category and confirm each college's approvals. NAAC validity dates are one example: Raghu Engineering College's runs until 30 Apr 2028.
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 your 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 college in Visakhapatnam?
Andhra University is ranked #1 on this list, with a Think Grads Rating of 4.6. It is also the only college here with a NIRF rank, 41 in the overall category in 2025, and holds NAAC A++.
Which are the top three B.Tech colleges in Visakhapatnam?
The top three are Andhra University (4.6), Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering (4.4) and Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences (4.1). The ratings are on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0, based on official data.
How many B.Tech colleges in Visakhapatnam were rated?
Think Grads rated 11 B.Tech colleges in Visakhapatnam. Each was compared with every college in India offering the same course, and this list shows the top five of those 11.
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, according to the NAAC record used for this list.
Which B.Tech colleges in Visakhapatnam have NAAC A++?
Andhra University holds NAAC A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, and Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering holds A++ with a CGPA of 3.52. The other colleges on this list hold A+.
How does Think Grads rank B.Tech colleges?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the course category come first, in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating, which uses only official data. 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 reviewed in October 2026, and positions may change as accreditation, ranking or counselling data is updated.
Is Raghu Engineering College among the top B.Tech colleges in Visakhapatnam?
Raghu Engineering College is ranked #5 on this list, with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.35, valid until 30 Apr 2028.