Top 3 Diploma in Engineering Colleges in Gujarat, 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 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University | 4.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A++ (3.55) | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| 2 | Marwadi University | 3.8/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.31) | Rajkot, Gujarat |
| 3 | Dharmsinh Desai University | 3.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A (3.15) | Kheda, Gujarat |
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 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 that offers the same course. Gujarat has 5 rated Diploma in Engineering colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is ranked #1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.55, valid until 25 Jul 2027. On academic standing it scores higher than 95% of the colleges it was compared with. On official disclosures it scores higher than 73% of them, and on approvals and standing higher than 51%. It is a government institution, and three of the six factors in the method were available for it.
Good fit if you want a government university with the strongest NAAC grade among these three.
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2. Marwadi University
Marwadi University in Rajkot, Gujarat is ranked #2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.31, valid until 8 Nov 2028. On academic standing it scores higher than 74% of the colleges it was compared with. On official disclosures it scores higher than 73% of them, and on approvals and standing higher than 51%. It is a private university, and three of the six factors in the method were available for it.
Good fit if you prefer a private university with an A+ NAAC grade valid until 8 Nov 2028.
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3. Dharmsinh Desai University
Dharmsinh Desai University in Kheda, Gujarat is ranked #3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3. NAAC graded it A with a CGPA of 3.15, valid until 14 Dec 2028. On official disclosures it scores higher than 90% of the colleges it was compared with, its strongest factor. On academic standing it scores higher than 54% of them, and on approvals and standing higher than 51%. It is listed as a government institution, and three of the six factors in the method were available for it.
Good fit if you value a college that publishes a lot of official information, with a NAAC A grade valid until 14 Dec 2028.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ most on NAAC grade and academic standing. NAAC graded Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University A++ (CGPA 3.55), Marwadi University A+ (3.31) and Dharmsinh Desai University A (3.15). On academic standing they score higher than 95%, 74% and 54% of compared colleges respectively. On official disclosures the shares are 73%, 73% and 90%, and on approvals and standing all three are at 51%. Marwadi University is the only private college of the three.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own rank, category and budget. Before applying, check the official closing ranks for your category and the college's current approvals, because accreditation validity dates differ. Each college on Think Grads has its own cutoff, fees and "is it genuine?" pages. The Think Grads college finder and compare tool on this page can help you build a shortlist of Diploma in Engineering colleges in Gujarat.
What changed this month
- No changes this month: the latest official data did not change the order.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top Diploma in Engineering college in Gujarat?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University in Ahmedabad is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating with 4.3 out of 5.0. The rating uses official data only, and the list is reviewed every month.
Which colleges are in the top 3 for Diploma in Engineering in Gujarat?
The top three are Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (4.3), Marwadi University (3.8) and Dharmsinh Desai University (3.3). Positions come from the Think Grads Rating, which is computed from official data.
What is the NAAC grade of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University?
NAAC graded Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University A++ with a CGPA of 3.55. The accreditation is valid until 25 Jul 2027, which is the strongest grade among the three colleges on this list.
Is Marwadi University a good option for Diploma in Engineering?
Marwadi University in Rajkot is ranked #2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.8. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.31, valid until 8 Nov 2028. It is a private university.
What is the NAAC grade of Dharmsinh Desai University?
NAAC graded Dharmsinh Desai University in Kheda A with a CGPA of 3.15, valid until 14 Dec 2028. It is ranked #3 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 3.3.
How are the Diploma in Engineering colleges in Gujarat ranked?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the category come first, in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating, which compares each college with every college in India offering the course, using official data only.
How many Diploma in Engineering colleges in Gujarat are rated by Think Grads?
Think Grads has rated 5 Diploma in Engineering colleges in Gujarat, and this article lists the top 3 of them. Ratings are on a scale of 1.0 to 5.0 and are reviewed every month.
Can a college pay to improve its position on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. The ranking is computed from official data such as NAAC accreditation, approvals and published disclosures, and is reviewed every month when new official data arrives.