Top 5 B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Colleges in Chhattisgarh, 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 | School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur | 4.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh |
| 2 | Raipur Institute Of Technology | 3.8/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.33) | Raipur, Chhattisgarh |
| 3 | Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology | 3.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.32) | Raipur, Chhattisgarh |
| 4 | Rungta College Of Engineering & Technology | 3.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A (3.23) | Bhilai, Chhattisgarh |
| 5 | O.P. Jindal University | 3.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A (3.14) | Raigarh, Chhattisgarh |
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: academic standing, student demand in counselling, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Chhattisgarh has 10 rated B.Tech Mechanical Engineering colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
The School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur is ranked #1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.0. It is a government institution in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. It scores above 83% of compared colleges on student demand, above 65% on approvals and standing, and above 51% on official disclosures. Its JEE Main 2025 closing rank for Mechanical Engineering (B.Tech, 4 years), General category, all-India seats, round 6, was 103475.
Good fit if you want a government college with strong student demand in counselling.
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2. Raipur Institute Of Technology
Raipur Institute Of Technology in Raipur, Chhattisgarh is ranked #2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.33, valid until 19 Feb 2028. It scores above 75% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 65% on approvals and standing. Its score on official disclosures is above 41% of compared colleges. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private college in Raipur with a NAAC A+ grade.
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3. Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology
Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology in Raipur, Chhattisgarh is ranked #3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.32, valid until 16 Jan 2029. It scores above 73% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 65% on approvals and standing. Its score on official disclosures is above 41% of compared colleges. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private Raipur college with a NAAC A+ grade valid until 2029.
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4. Rungta College Of Engineering & Technology
Rungta College Of Engineering and Technology in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh is ranked #4 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.23, valid until 4 Jul 2027. It scores above 59% of compared colleges on academic standing, above 65% on approvals and standing, and above 59% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
Good fit if you prefer a private college in Bhilai with a NAAC A grade and a balanced profile across these factors.
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5. O.P. Jindal University
O.P. Jindal University in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh is ranked #5 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.2. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.14, valid until 29 May 2029. It scores above 99% of compared colleges on official disclosures, above 65% on approvals and standing, and above 45% on academic standing. It is a private university.
Good fit if you value a college that publishes a lot of official information and want a private option in Raigarh.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ on the facts we hold for each. The School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur is government-run, while Raipur Institute Of Technology and Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology are private and both in Raipur. The Bilaspur college scores above 83% of colleges on student demand, while the two Raipur colleges score above 75% and 73% on academic standing. Both Raipur colleges hold NAAC A+, with CGPAs of 3.33 and 3.32.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own rank, category and budget. Check each college's official closing ranks for your category, and confirm its approvals before you apply. For example, the Bilaspur college's JEE Main 2025 closing rank was 103475 for General, all-India seats, in round 6. 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 Mechanical Engineering college in Chhattisgarh?
On the Think Grads Rating, the School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur is ranked #1 with a rating of 4.0. The list covers 10 rated colleges in the state and is reviewed every month.
Which colleges are in the top three for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering in Chhattisgarh?
The top three are the School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (4.0), Raipur Institute Of Technology (3.8) and Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology (3.7) on the Think Grads Rating.
How are these colleges ranked?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the category come first in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating uses official data only and compares each college with every college in India offering the course.
What was the JEE Main closing rank at the Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya Bilaspur college?
For Mechanical Engineering (B.Tech, 4 years) at the School Of Studies Of Engineering And Technology, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, the JEE Main 2025 closing rank for General category, all-India seats, in round 6 was 103475.
Which Chhattisgarh mechanical engineering colleges hold NAAC A+?
NAAC graded Raipur Institute Of Technology A+ with a CGPA of 3.33, valid until 19 Feb 2028. It graded Shri Shankaracharya Institute Of Professional Management & Technology A+ with a CGPA of 3.32, valid until 16 Jan 2029.
Is Rungta College Of Engineering and Technology in Bhilai accredited?
NAAC graded Rungta College Of Engineering and Technology in Bhilai A with a CGPA of 3.23, valid until 4 Jul 2027. It is ranked #4 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4.
Where does O.P. Jindal University rank for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering in Chhattisgarh?
O.P. Jindal University in Raigarh is ranked #5 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.2. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.14, valid until 29 May 2029.
Can colleges pay to be ranked higher on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The ranking uses official data only and is reviewed every month when new official data arrives.