Top 10 B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering Colleges in Maharashtra, 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 | Coep Technological University | 4.6/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | — | 1,332 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 2 | Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology | 4.5/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.65) | 8,380 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 3 | Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology. | 4.4/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.74) | 16,069 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 4 | Sctr’s Pune Institute Of Computer Technology | 4.4/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A+ (3.42) | 2,849 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 5 | Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust’s Pimpri Chinchwad College Of Engineering And Research | 4.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.54) | 14,463 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 6 | Progressive Education Society’s Modern College of Engineering | 4.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.66) | 22,603 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 7 | Yeshwantrao Chavan College Of Engineering | 4.1/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | A++ (3.6) | 29,202 (MHT-CET 2025) | Nagpur, Maharashtra |
| 8 | Pvg’s College Of Engineering, Technology & Management | 4.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 13,471 (MHT-CET 2025) | Pune, Maharashtra |
| 9 | Government College Of Engineering, Karad | 4.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 12,387 (MHT-CET 2025) | Satara, Maharashtra |
| 10 | Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute Of Technology | 4.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | 19,186 (MHT-CET 2025) | Thane, Maharashtra |
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 uses official data only. It looks at 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.
Maharashtra has 250 rated B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Coep Technological University
Coep Technological University, Pune, is ranked #1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.6. NIRF placed it at rank 90 in the engineering category in 2025. Its MHT-CET 2025 closing rank for General, state-level seats in Electronics and Telecommunication Engg was 1332 in round 4. It scores above 99% of compared colleges on student demand and above 94% on academic standing.
Good fit if you want a government college with a NIRF-ranked record and strong counselling demand.
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2. Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology
Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology in Pune is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.65, valid until 29 May 2029.
Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 8380. It scores above 97% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 98% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you want a private college with a long NAAC validity and a well-documented official record.
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3. Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology.
Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology in Pune is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, valid until 13 Sep 2028.
The MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, home-university seats was 16069. It scores above 99% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you value a high NAAC score and have a rank that suits home-university seats.
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4. Sctr's Pune Institute Of Computer Technology
Sctr's Pune Institute Of Computer Technology in Pune is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.42, valid until 30 Apr 2028.
Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 2849. It scores above 96% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if you have a strong MHT-CET rank and want a college with high student demand.
Cutoffs · Fees · Is it genuine?
5. Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust's Pimpri Chinchwad College Of Engineering And Research
Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust's Pimpri Chinchwad College Of Engineering And Research in Pune is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.54, valid until 18 May 2028.
Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 14463. It scores above 92% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you want an A++ NAAC-graded private college and your rank is near 14463.
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6. PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION SOCIETY'S MODERN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Engineering in Pune is at position 6 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.66, valid until 25 Oct 2027.
Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 22603. It scores above 97% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you prioritise a high NAAC score and have a rank in the range of 22603.
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7. Yeshwantrao Chavan College Of Engineering
Yeshwantrao Chavan College Of Engineering in Nagpur is at position 7 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.1. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.6, valid until 16 May 2027.
Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 29202. It scores above 95% of compared colleges on academic standing.
Good fit if you want a NAAC A++ college in Nagpur and your rank is around 29202.
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8. Pvg's College Of Engineering, Technology & Management
Pvg's College Of Engineering, Technology & Management in Pune is at position 8 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.1. Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 13471.
It scores above 96% of compared colleges on official disclosures and above 81% on student demand. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a Pune college that publishes its official information openly and your rank is near 13471.
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9. Government College Of Engineering, Karad
Government College Of Engineering, Karad in Satara is at position 9 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0. Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 12387.
It scores above 84% of compared colleges on student demand and above 65% on official disclosures. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a government college outside the big cities and your rank is near 12387.
Cutoffs · Fees · Is it genuine?
10. Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute Of Technology
Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute Of Technology in Thane is at position 10 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0. Its MHT-CET 2025 round 4 closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg, General, state-level seats was 19186.
It scores above 99% of compared colleges on official disclosures and above 77% on student demand. Three of the six rating factors were available for it.
Good fit if you want a Thane college with transparent official information and your rank is near 19186.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ on rank, NAAC score and demand. Coep Technological University is ranked 90 in NIRF's engineering category for 2025, while the other two are not NIRF-ranked here. Its MHT-CET 2025 General closing rank was 1332, against 8380 for Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology and 16069 for Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology, which was for home-university seats. NAAC CGPAs are 3.65 for Vishwakarma and 3.74 for Dr. D. Y. Patil.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it to your own MHT-CET rank, category and budget. Closing ranks above are for General category in round 4 of 2025 and will differ for your category and seat type.
Before applying, check the latest official closing ranks and the college's approvals and NAAC validity dates.
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 Electronics and Communication Engineering college in Maharashtra?
Coep Technological University in Pune is ranked first on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 4.6. It is also ranked 90 in NIRF's engineering category for 2025, which is why it comes first.
What are the top three colleges on this list?
The top three are Coep Technological University (4.6), Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology (4.5) and Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology (4.4), all in Pune. The ratings use official data only and the list is reviewed every month.
How many colleges were compared for this list?
Maharashtra has 250 rated B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering colleges. Each one is compared with every college in India that offers the same course, and the ten shown here are the highest-placed on the list.
What was Coep's MHT-CET closing rank?
In MHT-CET 2025, round 4, the closing rank for Electronics and Telecommunication Engg at Coep Technological University was 1332 for General category, state-level seats. Your own category and seat type will have different cutoffs.
Which colleges have a NAAC A++ grade?
Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology has NAAC A++ with a CGPA of 3.65, valid until 29 May 2029. Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology also has A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, valid until 13 Sep 2028.
Is there a government college on this list?
Yes, two. Coep Technological University in Pune is at position 1, and Government College Of Engineering, Karad in Satara is at position 9, with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0.
Which college on this list is outside Pune?
Yeshwantrao Chavan College Of Engineering in Nagpur is at position 7 with a rating of 4.1. Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute Of Technology in Thane is at position 10, and Government College Of Engineering, Karad is in Satara.
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, then the Think Grads Rating, which is built from official data only.