NIRF 2024 Ranking of Engineering Colleges in Punjab - Choosing the right engineering college is one of the most important decisions for students aspiring to build a successful career in technology and innovation. For those aiming to study in the Punjab, the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) provides a trusted, government-backed evaluation of institutions based on several key parameters such as teaching, learning outcomes, research output, and overall perception.
These rankings help students to make a sound decision and choose the right college.
Some top engineering colleges in Punjab have secured under 100 NIRF Rank and this list includes IIT Ropar, Thapar University, NIT Jhalandar and many more.
Several engineering colleges in Punjab offer a great learning environment, placement opportunities and strong alumni networks around the world. With a wide range of reputed institutions, students have access to top-tier education in engineering.
These top engineering colleges in Punjab offer Btech admission through JEE Main, JEE Advanced and some private colleges conduct their own entrance examination and counselling.
Out of 336 engineering colleges, 256 are private and 81 are government funded.
6 top colleges made into top 100 NIRF ranking in 2024, this list includes IIT Ropar, Thapar University, LPU and many more.
Btech admission through JEE Main, JEE Advanced, some universities consider CUET or conduct their own entrance test.
Most of the universities consider GATE scores for Mtech admission.
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According to NIRF Ranking 6 engineering colleges in Punjab ranked under top 100, while 3 have marked under 50 IIT Ropar, Thapar University and Lovely Public University.
Below is a curated list of the top engineering colleges in Punjab as per NIRF 2024
Institute Name | NIRF Ranking 2024 | Careers360 Rating | Fees Tuition |
Indian Institute of Technology Ropar | 22 | AAAAA | 936036 |
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala | 29 | AAAAA | 2410000 |
Lovely Professional University, Phagwara | 50 | AAAA+ | 1120000 |
Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar | 58 | AAAA+ | 744000 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Longowal | 76 | AAAA | 280000 |
Chitkara University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansla | 94 | AAAA | 1260000 |
101-150 | AAA+ | 658000 | |
201-300 | AAAA | 658000 | |
N/A | AAAA | 446000 | |
N/A | AAA | 495427 | |
Rayat Bahra University School of Engineering and Technology, Mohali | N/A | AA+ | 520000 |
N/A | AAA+ | 1192820 | |
N/A | AAA+ | 414500 | |
N/A | AAA | 800000 | |
N/A | AAA | 390100 | |
University College of Engineering, Punjabi University, Patiala | N/A | AAA+ | – |
N/A | AA+ | 563000 | |
Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib | N/A | AA+ | 360000 |
N/A | AAA+ | 582988 | |
N/A | AAA | – | |
N/A | AAA | – | |
N/A | AA+ | 309069 | |
Shaheed Udham Singh College of Engineering and Technology, Mohali | N/A | AA+ | 320000 |
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Hey there,
Yes, you can pursue Class 12 with PCM through NIOS after passing PCB in 2025, but your eligibility for entrance exams depends on the exam rules. For JEE Main , NIOS is accepted, but JEE Advanced eligibility is generally based on the year you first passed Class 12,
Yes, if CBSE rules permit your case, you may be able to improve your Class 12 marks as a private candidate. However, students who have already passed Class 12 cannot always reappear for all subjects as private candidates; eligibility depends on the current CBSE improvement/private candidate rules. Check the latest
With this rank, some good options include:
1. CBIT (unlikely)
2. VNR VJIET (unlikely)
3. Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (possible in later rounds for some branches)
4. CMR Technical Campus
5. Malla Reddy Engineering Colleges
6. CVR College of Engineering (depending on category/branch)
7. Vardhaman College of
Hello Chandan,
Please refer to the link provided below:
https://engineering.careers360.com/hi/articles/jee-main-question-paper
Hello Student,
The process to find your enrollment number depends on the Board, University or Examination you are referring to. Generally, you can find your enrollment number by checking your Admit Card, ID card, fees receipt, looking at your marksheet, Admission confirmation letter etc. valid proofs.
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