Top 10 B.Tech Electronics and Communication 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 | NIRF rank | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Closing rank (General) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal | 4.7/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #17 (2025) | — | 4,347 (JEE Main 2025) | Karnataka |
| 2 | Manipal Institute Of Technology | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #59 (2025) | — | — | Udupi, Karnataka |
| 3 | International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #69 (2025) | — | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 4 | M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology | 4.6/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #75 (2025) | — | 4,080 (KCET 2025) | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| 5 | R.V. College Of Engineering | 4.5/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #99 (2024) | A+ (3.39) | 1,100 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 6 | Siddaganga Institute Of Technology | 4.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #100 (2024) | A++ (3.76) | 14,310 (KCET 2025) | Tumkur, Karnataka |
| 7 | St. Aloysius College (Autonomous) | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A++ (3.67) | — | Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka |
| 8 | B.M.S.College Of Engineering | 4.5/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | — | A++ (3.56) | 4,794 (KCET 2025) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 9 | Cambridge Institute Of Technology, Karnataka | 4.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A+ (3.42) | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 10 | Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology | 4.0/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | — | A+ (3.48) | 21,989 (KCET 2025) | 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 weighs academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Only official data is used, and each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Karnataka has 111 rated colleges for this course. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.7. NIRF placed it 17th in the engineering category in 2025. Its academic standing and student demand each score higher than 99% of the colleges it was compared with. In 2025, its JEE Main closing rank for General, other-state quota in round 6 was 4347.
Good fit if you hold a strong JEE Main rank and want a NIRF-ranked institute for Electronics and Communication Engineering.
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2. Manipal Institute Of Technology
Manipal Institute Of Technology, Udupi, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NIRF ranked it 59th in the engineering category in 2025. It is a deemed university. Its academic standing score is higher than 96% of the colleges compared, and its official disclosures score is higher than 91%. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a NIRF-ranked deemed university in coastal Karnataka with strong academic standing.
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3. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore
International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NIRF ranked it 69th in the engineering category in 2025. It is a deemed university in Bangalore Urban. Its academic standing score is higher than 96% of the colleges compared, and its official disclosures score is higher than 91%. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a NIRF-ranked deemed institute in Bangalore with strong academic standing.
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4. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru, is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.6. NIRF ranked it 75th in the engineering category in 2025. Its student demand score is higher than 92% of the colleges compared. In KCET 2025, its General, rest-of-Karnataka seats closed at rank 4080 in round 3.
Good fit if you have a KCET rank near 4080 and want a NIRF-ranked private college in Bengaluru.
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5. R.V. College Of Engineering
R.V. College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban, is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NIRF ranked it 99th in the engineering category in 2024. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.39, valid until 28 Nov 2029. Its student demand score is higher than 98% of the colleges compared. In KCET 2025, its General, rest-of-Karnataka seats closed at rank 1100 in round 3.
Good fit if you have a very strong KCET rank and want a private college with high student demand.
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6. Siddaganga Institute Of Technology
Siddaganga Institute Of Technology, Tumkur, is at position 6 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NIRF ranked it 100th in the engineering category in 2024. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.76, valid until 10 Apr 2028. In KCET 2025, its General, rest-of-Karnataka seats closed at rank 14310 in round 3.
Good fit if you have a KCET rank around 14310 and want a NAAC A++ graded private college outside Bengaluru.
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7. ST. ALOYSIUS COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS)
ST. ALOYSIUS COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), Dakshina Kannada, is at position 7 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.67, valid until 23 Jan 2028. Its academic standing score is higher than 98% of the colleges compared, and its official disclosures score is higher than 91%. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you value a high NAAC grade and an autonomous college in coastal Karnataka.
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8. B.M.S.College Of Engineering
B.M.S.College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban, is at position 8 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.56, valid until 29 Oct 2029. Its student demand score is higher than 91% of the colleges compared. In KCET 2025, its General, rest-of-Karnataka seats closed at rank 4794 in round 3.
Good fit if you have a KCET rank near 4794 and want a NAAC A++ graded college in Bangalore.
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9. Cambridge Institute Of Technology
Cambridge Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 9 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.42, valid until 10 Oct 2027. Its academic standing score is higher than 83% of the colleges compared. It is a private college, and three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a NAAC A+ graded private college in Bangalore.
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10. Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 10 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 20 Aug 2028. In KCET 2025, its General, rest-of-Karnataka seats closed at rank 21989 in round 3. It is a government college.
Good fit if you have a KCET rank near 21989 and want a government college in Bangalore with a NAAC A+ grade.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in rating and NIRF position. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal has a rating of 4.7 and a 2025 NIRF engineering rank of 17. Manipal Institute Of Technology has a rating of 4.5 and a NIRF rank of 59. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore has a rating of 4.5 and a NIRF rank of 69. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal also has student demand data, while the other two were scored on three factors.
How to choose, and your chances
Start with your own rank, category and budget, then compare them with the official closing ranks shown for each college. Closing ranks change every year, so treat 2025 figures as a guide, not a promise. Check the college's approval status 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 a 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 Electronics and Communication Engineering college in Karnataka?
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating at 4.7. It was also placed 17th by NIRF in the engineering category in 2025. The ranking uses official data only and is reviewed every month.
How many colleges were compared for this list?
There are 111 rated B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering colleges in Karnataka. Each is compared with every college in India that offers the same course, using official data only. The ten colleges shown are the highest placed in that comparison.
How does Think Grads rank these colleges?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for this category are listed first, in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating, which weighs academic standing, student demand, approvals, outcomes and transparency. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or reordered.
What was the KCET closing rank at R.V. College Of Engineering?
In KCET 2025, R.V. College Of Engineering closed at rank 1100 for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in round 3. This was the lowest closing number among the KCET colleges on this list. Closing ranks vary each year, so check the latest official data.
What is the JEE Main closing rank at NIT Karnataka, Surathkal?
For Electronics and Communication Engineering in 2025, National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal closed at JEE Main rank 4347. This was for General category, other-state quota, in round 6. Home-state and other categories close at different ranks.
Which colleges on this list hold a NAAC A++ grade?
NAAC graded Siddaganga Institute Of Technology (CGPA 3.76), ST. ALOYSIUS COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS) (3.67) and B.M.S.College Of Engineering (3.56) at A++. Each grade is valid until the date shown on its official record.
Which is a government college on this list?
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology in Bangalore Urban is listed as a government college and sits at position 10 with a rating of 4.0. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 20 Aug 2028.
How often is this list updated?
The list was last reviewed in October 2026. It is reviewed every month when new official data arrives, such as NAAC records or counselling closing ranks. Positions and ratings are computed from that data, not edited by hand.