Top 10 M.Tech 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 | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manipal Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #59 (2025) | — | Udupi, Karnataka |
| 2 | Visvesvaraya Technological University | 3.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #69 (2024) | B+ (2.73) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 3 | International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #69 (2025) | — | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 4 | M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #75 (2025) | — | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| 5 | R.V. College Of Engineering | 4.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #99 (2024) | A+ (3.39) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 6 | Siddaganga Institute Of Technology | 4.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #100 (2024) | A++ (3.76) | Tumkur, Karnataka |
| 7 | Manipal Academy Of Higher Education | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | #14 (2025) | A++ (3.65) | Udupi, Karnataka |
| 8 | B.M.S.College Of Engineering | 4.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A++ (3.56) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 9 | Atria Institute Of Technology | 4.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A++ (3.54) | Bangalore Urban, Karnataka |
| 10 | Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology | 4.1/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | A+ (3.48) | 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 looks at academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Only official data is used. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Karnataka has 55 rated M.Tech colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Manipal Institute Of Technology
Manipal Institute Of Technology, Udupi, is at position 1 because it is the highest-placed college here in NIRF's engineering category, at rank 59 in 2025. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.4. It scores above 96% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 86% on official disclosures. It is a deemed university.
Good fit if you want a college with a NIRF engineering rank and strong academic standing in Udupi.
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2. Visvesvaraya Technological University
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, is at position 2 because it holds NIRF engineering rank 69 in 2024. NAAC graded it B+ with a CGPA of 2.73, valid until 28 Mar 2027. Its Think Grads Rating is 3.2, and it scores above 86% of colleges compared on official disclosures. It is a government institution.
Good fit if you prefer a government university with a NIRF engineering rank and a NAAC B+ grade.
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3. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore
International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore, in Bangalore Urban, is at position 3 with NIRF engineering rank 69 in 2025. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.4. It scores above 96% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 86% on official disclosures. It is a deemed university.
Good fit if you want a Bangalore Urban college with a recent NIRF engineering rank and high academic standing.
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4. M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology
M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, Bengaluru, is at position 4 with NIRF engineering rank 75 in 2025. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.4. It scores above 95% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 86% on official disclosures. It is a private institution.
Good fit if you want a private college in Bengaluru with a NIRF engineering rank and strong academic standing.
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5. R.V. College Of Engineering
R.V. College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban, is at position 5 with NIRF engineering rank 99 in 2024. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.39, valid until 28 Nov 2029. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.2. It is a private institution.
Good fit if you want a private Bangalore Urban college with a NIRF engineering rank and a NAAC A+ grade valid until 2029.
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6. Siddaganga Institute Of Technology
Siddaganga Institute Of Technology, Tumkur, is at position 6 with NIRF engineering rank 100 in 2024. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.76, valid until 10 Apr 2028. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.4, and it scores above 97% of the colleges compared on academic standing. It is a private institution.
Good fit if you want a Tumkur college with a NAAC A++ grade and a CGPA of 3.76.
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7. Manipal Academy Of Higher Education
Manipal Academy Of Higher Education, Udupi, is at position 7 because its NIRF rank of 14 in 2025 is in the overall category, not engineering. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.65, valid until 30 May 2027. Its Think Grads Rating is 4.5, and it scores above 98% of the colleges compared on academic standing. It is a deemed university.
Good fit if you want a deemed university in Udupi with a NAAC A++ grade and a NIRF overall rank of 14.
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8. B.M.S.College Of Engineering
B.M.S.College Of Engineering, Bangalore Urban, is at position 8 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.3. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.56, valid until 29 Oct 2029. It scores above 92% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 74% on official disclosures. It is a government institution.
Good fit if you want a Bangalore Urban college with a NAAC A++ grade valid until 2029.
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9. Atria Institute Of Technology
Atria Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 9 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.2. NAAC graded it A++ with a CGPA of 3.54, valid until 7 Jul 2028. It scores above 91% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 74% on official disclosures. It is a private institution.
Good fit if you want a private Bangalore Urban college with a NAAC A++ grade and a CGPA of 3.54.
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10. Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology, Bangalore Urban, is at position 10 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 20 Aug 2028. It scores above 88% of the colleges compared on academic standing and above 74% on official disclosures. It is a government institution.
Good fit if you want a government college in Bangalore Urban with a NAAC A+ grade and a CGPA of 3.48.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ in NIRF year, rating and ownership. Manipal Institute Of Technology has NIRF engineering rank 59 in 2025 and a rating of 4.4. Visvesvaraya Technological University has rank 69 from 2024 and a rating of 3.2. International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore has rank 69 from 2025 and a rating of 4.4. The first and third are deemed universities, and the second is government-run.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list to build a shortlist, then check it against your own rank, category and budget. Before applying, confirm official closing ranks in counselling and 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 narrow the shortlist. The position here reflects official data, so confirm the latest details with the college before you apply.
What changed this month
- Visvesvaraya Technological University moved from #3 to #2.
- International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore moved from #2 to #3.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top M.Tech college in Karnataka?
Manipal Institute Of Technology, Udupi, is ranked #1 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 4.4 and NIRF engineering rank 59 in 2025. The ranking uses official data and is reviewed every month.
How many M.Tech colleges in Karnataka are rated by Think Grads?
Think Grads has rated 55 M.Tech colleges in Karnataka. Each is compared with every college in India offering the course, and this page shows the top 10 of them, reviewed in October 2026.
How are the top M.Tech colleges in Karnataka ranked?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the category are listed first in NIRF order. The rest follow by the Think Grads Rating, which uses only official data such as NAAC grades, approvals and disclosures. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or reordered.
Which M.Tech colleges in Karnataka have a NAAC A++ grade?
On this list, NAAC graded Siddaganga Institute Of Technology (CGPA 3.76), Manipal Academy Of Higher Education (3.65), B.M.S.College Of Engineering (3.56) and Atria Institute Of Technology (3.54) A++.
Is Visvesvaraya Technological University good for M.Tech?
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, is at position 2 on this list with a rating of 3.2 and NIRF engineering rank 69 in 2024. NAAC graded it B+ with a CGPA of 2.73, valid until 28 Mar 2027.
Which M.Tech colleges in Karnataka are in NIRF's top 100?
In NIRF's engineering category, this list includes Manipal Institute Of Technology (rank 59), Visvesvaraya Technological University and International Institute Of Information Technology Bangalore (both 69), M. S. Ramaiah Institute Of Technology (75), R.V. College Of Engineering (99) and Siddaganga Institute Of Technology (100).
Which government M.Tech colleges are on this Karnataka list?
Three colleges here are government institutions: Visvesvaraya Technological University (position 2), B.M.S.College Of Engineering (position 8) and Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology (position 10).
How often is this list of M.Tech colleges updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. This version was reviewed in October 2026, and the ranking order and ratings come from official data only.