Top 5 B.Tech Mechanical Engineering 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 | 4.5/5 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 | 4.0/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.4) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 5 | Raghu Engineering College | 3.8/5 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 are listed first, in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating uses official data only, covering academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Visakhapatnam has 10 rated B.Tech Mechanical Engineering 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. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, valid until 8 Nov 2028. NIRF ranked it 41 in the overall category in 2025. On academic standing it scores above 99% of the colleges it was compared with, and on official disclosures above 92%. It is a government institution.
Good fit if you want a government university with an A++ NAAC grade and a NIRF-ranked profile.
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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 4.5. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.52, valid until 4 Jul 2029. It scores above 91% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 99% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
Good fit if you prefer a private college with an A++ NAAC grade and a very strong record of publishing 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 89% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 41% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade and a high 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 4.0. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.4, valid until 11 Jul 2029. It scores above 83% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 41% on official disclosures. It is a private college.
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 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.35, valid until 30 Apr 2028. It scores above 78% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 65% on approvals and standing. It is a private college.
Good fit if you want a private college with an A+ NAAC grade and a solid approvals and standing score.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ mainly in ownership, NAAC grade and disclosures. Andhra University is a government institution rated 4.6, while the other two are private, rated 4.5 and 4.1. Andhra University has a NAAC CGPA of 3.74 and Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering 3.52, both graded A++, while Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences has 3.48 with an A+ grade. On official disclosures, Gayatri Vidya Parishad scores above 99% of compared colleges, Andhra University above 92% and Anil Neerukonda above 41%.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own entrance rank, category and budget. Before applying, check the official counselling closing ranks for your category and confirm the college's approvals. 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 and compare a shortlist. The ratings reflect official data reviewed in October 2026 and do not predict your admission chances.
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 Visakhapatnam?
Andhra University is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating at 4.6 among the colleges on this list. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.74, and NIRF ranked it 41 overall in 2025.
How many B.Tech Mechanical Engineering colleges are rated in Visakhapatnam?
Think Grads has rated 10 B.Tech Mechanical Engineering colleges in Visakhapatnam. This page lists the top 5 of them, ordered by the Think Grads Rating on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0, with the list last reviewed in October 2026.
Which colleges are in the top three for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering in Visakhapatnam?
The top three are Andhra University at 4.6, Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering at 4.5 and Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences at 4.1. All three are in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and are ranked by the Think Grads Rating.
Which of these colleges has an A++ NAAC grade?
Andhra University and Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering both hold an A++ NAAC grade. Andhra University's CGPA is 3.74, valid until 8 Nov 2028, and Gayatri Vidya Parishad's is 3.52, valid until 4 Jul 2029.
Is there a government college among the top five?
Yes. Andhra University, ranked first on this list, is the only government institution among the five. The other four colleges, including Gayatri Vidya Parishad College Of Engineering and Raghu Engineering College, are private.
How are these colleges ranked?
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 uses official data only and compares each college with every college in India offering the course.
Can a college pay to move up the list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The ranking is computed from official data, and the list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives, so positions can change over time.
Where does Raghu Engineering College stand on this list?
Raghu Engineering College, Visakhapatnam, is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.35, valid until 30 Apr 2028.