Top 5 B.Tech Information Technology Colleges in Karnataka, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | Closing rank (General) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal | 4.7/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | 3,160 (JEE Main 2025) | Karnataka |
| 2 | Reva University, Bengaluru | 3.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 3 | Reva University Rukmini Knowledge Park, Kattigenahalli, YELAHANKA,BANGALORE – 560064, | 2.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | 28,337 (KCET 2025) | Karnataka |
| 4 | Sri Sairam College Of Engineering | 2.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| 5 | CMR University Main Campus, Off Hennur Bagalur Main Road, Chagalatti, Bangalore | 2.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | 55,398 (KCET 2025) | Karnataka |
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, and each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course.
Karnataka has 8 rated B.Tech Information Technology colleges. 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 in Karnataka with a Think Grads Rating of 4.7. It was ranked 17 in NIRF 2025 in the engineering category, which places it first on the list. For JEE Main 2025, its Information Technology closing rank in round 6 for General category, other-state quota seats was 3160. On the Think Grads comparison, it scores above 99% of colleges on academic standing and student demand.
Good fit if you hold a strong JEE Main rank and want an NIRF-ranked engineering institute.
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2. Reva University
Reva University, Bangalore Urban, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.5. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.3, valid until 9 Apr 2029. It is a private university, and it scores above 61% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 78% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you want a private university with a currently valid NAAC A+ grade and a high level of published official information.
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3. REVA University RUKMINI KNOWLEDGE PARK, KATTIGENAHALLI, YELAHANKA,BANGALORE - 560064,
REVA University RUKMINI KNOWLEDGE PARK, KATTIGENAHALLI, YELAHANKA,BANGALORE - 560064, in Karnataka is ranked #3 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.7. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in B Tech in Computer Science and Information Technology was 28337. It scores above 58% of compared colleges on student demand. Its scores on approvals and standing (13%) and official disclosures (16%) are lower.
Good fit if your KCET General rank is near the 28337 closing rank for rest-of-Karnataka seats.
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4. Sri Sairam College Of Engineering
Sri Sairam College Of Engineering, Bangalore, is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.3. NAAC graded it B++ with a CGPA of 2.85. It is a private college, and it scores above 94% of compared colleges on official disclosures and above 63% on approvals and standing.
Good fit if you value a college that publishes detailed official information and holds a NAAC B++ grade.
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5. CMR University Main Campus, Off Hennur Bagalur Main Road, Chagalatti, Bangalore
CMR University Main Campus, Off Hennur Bagalur Main Road, Chagalatti, Bangalore is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.2. For KCET 2025, its B Tech in Information Technology closing rank in round 3 for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats was 55398. It scores above 37% of compared colleges on student demand.
Good fit if your KCET rank is near that 2025 closing rank and you are looking for a Bangalore option.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in rating and in the official records behind it. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal is rated 4.7, Reva University 3.5 and the REVA University Rukmini Knowledge Park campus 2.7. The first is ranked 17 in NIRF 2025 and admits through JEE Main, with a 2025 closing rank of 3160. The second holds a NAAC A+ grade. The third admits through KCET, with a 2025 closing rank of 28337.
How to choose, and your chances
Start with your own rank, category and budget, then compare them with each college's official closing ranks. Closing ranks change every year and by round, category and seat type, so check the latest counselling data. Also confirm NAAC status and 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.
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 Information Technology college in Karnataka?
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal is ranked #1 on the Think Grads list for B.Tech Information Technology in Karnataka, with a Think Grads Rating of 4.7. It was also ranked 17 in NIRF 2025 in the engineering category.
How many B.Tech Information Technology colleges are rated in Karnataka?
The Think Grads list compares 8 rated B.Tech Information Technology colleges in Karnataka and shows the top 5 of them. Each is compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only, on a rating scale of 1.0 to 5.0.
What was the closing rank for Information Technology at NIT Karnataka, Surathkal?
For JEE Main 2025, the Information Technology closing rank in round 6 for General category, other-state quota seats was 3160. Closing ranks differ by year, round, category and seat type, so check the latest official counselling data before applying.
What is Reva University's NAAC grade?
NAAC graded Reva University A+ with a CGPA of 3.3, valid until 9 Apr 2029. Reva University is ranked #2 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 3.5, and it is a private university in Bangalore Urban.
What is the KCET closing rank at REVA University's Rukmini Knowledge Park campus?
For KCET 2025, the closing rank for B Tech in Computer Science and Information Technology in round 3, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats, was 28337. This campus is ranked #3 on the list with a rating of 2.7.
Which NAAC grade does Sri Sairam College of Engineering hold?
NAAC graded Sri Sairam College Of Engineering B++ with a CGPA of 2.85. The private college in Bangalore is ranked #4 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 2.3.
How is the Think Grads ranking decided?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the course's category come first, in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating, which uses official data only. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position, and the list is reviewed monthly.
How often is this list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. This version was reviewed in October 2026. Positions and ratings are computed from official data such as NAAC grades, counselling closing ranks and approvals.