Top 3 M.Tech Colleges in Uttar Pradesh, 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 | Bennett University | 4.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.48) | Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh |
| 2 | Mangalayatan University, Uttar Pradesh | 3.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.34) | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| 3 | Harcourt Butler Technical University | 3.4/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.29) | Kanpur Nagar, Uttar 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 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 offering the same course. Uttar Pradesh has 5 rated M.Tech colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Bennett University
Bennett University in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.2. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 22 Jan 2030. It scores higher than 88% of compared colleges on academic standing and higher than 96% on official disclosures. On approvals and standing, it is ahead of 52% of compared colleges. This is a private university.
Good fit if you want an M.Tech college with a NAAC A+ grade and a long accreditation validity, backed by strong official disclosures.
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2. Mangalayatan University
Mangalayatan University in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.34, valid until 29 Mar 2028. It scores higher than 74% of compared colleges on academic standing and higher than 58% on official disclosures. On approvals and standing, it is ahead of 52% of compared colleges. It is a private university.
Good fit if you prefer a NAAC A+ graded private university in Aligarh with a CGPA of 3.34.
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3. Harcourt Butler Technical University
Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.4. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.29, valid until 9 Jun 2028. It scores higher than 63% of compared colleges on academic standing and higher than 58% on official disclosures. On approvals and standing, it is ahead of 52% of compared colleges. It is a government university.
Good fit if you want a government-run M.Tech option in Kanpur Nagar with a NAAC A+ grade.
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How the top three compare
The three colleges differ in ratings and ownership. Bennett University has a rating of 4.2, Mangalayatan University 3.7 and Harcourt Butler Technical University 3.4. Bennett and Mangalayatan are private, while Harcourt Butler is a government university. On academic standing, they are ahead of 88%, 74% and 63% of compared colleges respectively. On official disclosures, the figures are 96%, 58% and 58%. All three share the same 52% on approvals and standing.
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 each college's official closing ranks and its current approvals, since ratings reflect the data available in October 2026. 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 and narrow a shortlist from the 5 rated M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
What changed this month
- No changes this month: the latest official data did not change the order.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top M.Tech college in Uttar Pradesh?
Bennett University in Gautam Buddha Nagar is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating at 4.2 among the M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48.
Which are the top three M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh?
The top three on the Think Grads Rating are Bennett University (4.2), Mangalayatan University (3.7) and Harcourt Butler Technical University (3.4). The ranking uses official data only and is reviewed every month.
How many M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh are rated by Think Grads?
Think Grads has rated 5 M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh, and this article lists the top 3 of them. Each is compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only.
Is Harcourt Butler Technical University a government college?
Yes. Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur Nagar is a government university and is ranked 3rd on this list with a rating of 3.4. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.29.
Which M.Tech colleges in Uttar Pradesh have NAAC A+ accreditation?
All three colleges listed here hold NAAC A+ grades: Bennett University with CGPA 3.48, Mangalayatan University with 3.34 and Harcourt Butler Technical University with 3.29.
How does Think Grads rank M.Tech colleges?
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 covers academic standing, student demand, approvals, outcomes and transparency, using official data only.
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 the Think Grads Rating, which is computed from official data and reviewed every month when new data arrives.
Is Mangalayatan University private or government?
Mangalayatan University in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, is a private university. It is ranked 2nd on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7, and NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.34.