Top 3 B.Tech Production and Industrial 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 | Closing rank (General) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manipal Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #59 (2025) | — | Udupi, Karnataka |
| 2 | M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology | 3.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #75 (2025) | 37,513 (KCET 2025) | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| 3 | R.V. College Of Engineering | 3.3/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | #99 (2024) | 15,717 (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, using official data only. Each college is compared with every college in India that offers the same course. Karnataka has 7 rated B.Tech Production and Industrial Engineering colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Manipal Institute Of Technology
Manipal Institute Of Technology in Udupi, Karnataka is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4. NIRF ranked it 59 in the engineering category in 2025. On academic standing it scores higher than 96% of the colleges compared. It is also above 71% of colleges on official disclosures and 55% on approvals and standing. It is a deemed university.
Good fit if you want a college with a strong NIRF engineering rank and high academic standing among the colleges compared.
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2. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology in Bengaluru, Karnataka is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3. NIRF ranked it 75 in the engineering category in 2025. It scores higher than 95% of compared colleges on academic standing and 71% on official disclosures. In KCET 2025 round 3, its Industrial Engineering & Management closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats was 37513.
Good fit if you are in Bengaluru and your KCET rank is near the closing rank of 37513 for General category.
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3. R.V. College Of Engineering
R.V. College Of Engineering in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3. NIRF ranked it 99 in the engineering category in 2024. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.39, valid until 28 Nov 2029. Its KCET 2025 round 3 closing rank for Industrial Engineering & Management, General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats was 15717.
Good fit if you hold a KCET rank around 15717 in General category and want a NAAC A+ graded college.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ on NIRF rank, rating and counselling ranks. Manipal Institute Of Technology holds NIRF engineering rank 59 and a rating of 4.4. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology holds rank 75 and R.V. College Of Engineering rank 99, and both are rated 3.3. The KCET 2025 round 3 General closing rank was 37513 at M. S. Ramaiah and 15717 at R.V. College Of Engineering.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own rank, category and budget. Check the latest official closing ranks for your category, because the KCET 2025 round 3 figures of 37513 and 15717 apply only to General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats. Confirm approvals and accreditation before applying, such as the NAAC A+ valid until 28 Nov 2029 for R.V. College Of Engineering. 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 Production and Industrial Engineering college in Karnataka?
Manipal Institute Of Technology in Udupi is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating at 4.4 among 7 rated colleges in Karnataka. It was also ranked 59 in the NIRF 2025 engineering category.
Which colleges are in the top three for this course in Karnataka?
The top three are Manipal Institute Of Technology (4.4), M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology (3.3) and R.V. College Of Engineering (3.3). The ranking is reviewed every month using official data only.
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 compares each college with every college in India offering the same course, using official data.
What is the NIRF rank of Manipal Institute Of Technology?
Manipal Institute Of Technology was ranked 59 in the engineering category of NIRF 2025. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology was ranked 75 in 2025, and R.V. College Of Engineering was ranked 99 in 2024.
What was the KCET closing rank at M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology?
In KCET 2025, round 3, the closing rank for Industrial Engineering & Management for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats at M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology was 37513. Check the latest official data for your own category.
What was the KCET closing rank at R.V. College Of Engineering?
In KCET 2025, round 3, the closing rank for Industrial Engineering & Management for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats at R.V. College Of Engineering was 15717. Ranks vary with category and seat type, so verify before applying.
Is R.V. College Of Engineering NAAC accredited?
Yes. NAAC graded R.V. College Of Engineering A+ with a CGPA of 3.39, valid until 28 Nov 2029. It is ranked 3rd on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3.
Can a college pay to get a higher position on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. Positions come from official data and from NIRF ranks for colleges in the national top 100, and the list is reviewed every month.