List of Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main Based on 2024 Ranking

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The top colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Main include IIT Tirupati, Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research, NIT Andhra Pradesh, etc. Most of the top colleges in AP accept AP EAPCET scores. However, these colleges also accept JEE Mains scores, there are around 34 colleges accepting JEE Main which include 30 private and 4 government colleges. Most of the Engineering colleges are affiliated with JNTU Kakinada. 

  • KLU Guntur and IIT Tirupati are the best colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Main and are ranked #44 and #59 among the top Engineering colleges in India
  • Admissions into these colleges are based on JEE Mains scores followed by a personal interview round. See more JEE Mains 2023 Participating Colleges
  • The top government Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores are KL University Guntur, Vignan University, JNTUK Kakinada, etc.
  • The average fee for colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores ranges between INR 30,000 - INR 3,50,000 per year. 
  • The best private Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores are KL University Guntur, Vignan University, JNTUK Kakinada, etc.
  • The average CTC package offered at colleges accepting JEE Mains ranges between INR 3 LPA - INR 12 LPA. Check Top BTech colleges in Andhra Pradesh

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Highlights Table

Check out the table below which shows the important highlights related to the top colleges in India accepting JEE Main score.:

Parameters Statistics
No. of Colleges 272+
Fees INR 30,000 - INR 3,50,000 annually
Specializations IT, CSE, Electrical, Mechanical, Biotechnology, Aeronautical, AI, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, etc.
Admission Process Based on JEE Mains scores + personal interview round

Also Check: top government Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: NIRF Ranking 2023

NIRF is a well-renowned ranking method that is under the Government of India and the Ministry of Education. NIRF is considered the most trusted ranking agency and it ranks colleges of different domains such as Law, Medical, Medical, etc. NIRF ranks a college based on different parameters such as Education Quality, Placements, Infrastructure, etc. which carry different weightage. 

As per NIRF Ranking, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University and IIT Tirupati are the best engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Main. Below is a list of Top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores, per NIRF Ranking 2023 with their NIRF scores.

NIRF Ranking 2023 College/ University Name NIRF score
44 Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University (K L College of Engineering), Vaddesawaram 53.69
59 Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati 49.8
85 Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research 43.74
94 AU College of Engineering (A) 42.32
110 Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management -
116 Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada -
169 Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University -
192 Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College -
196 Sri Venkateswara University -
200 Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College -

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Fees Structure

The top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Main offer different courses with the fees structure ranging between INR 30,000 - INR 3,50,000 annually, which varies with colleges and courses. JNTUK University College Of Engineering Kakinada and Vignan's Foundation For Science, Technology, and Research are Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores with low fees. Check out the list of top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains with fees for BE/ BTech courses.

College Name Total Course Fees (INR)
K L University - [KLU], Guntur 10,18,000
Vignan's Foundation For Science, Technology, And Research, Guntur 1,06,000
JNTUK University College Of Engineering, Kakinada, East Godavari 40,000
Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College - [VRSEC], Vijayawada 2,84,020
Indian Institute Of Information Technology Sri City - [IIIT], Sri City 11,94,000
National Institute Of Technology - [NITAP], Tadepalligudem 5,79,900
Indian Institute Of Information Technology Design And Manufacturing - [IIITDM], Kurnool 5,59,950
Pragati Engineering College, East Godavari 2,52,000
Vishnu Institute Of Technology - [VIT], Bhimavaram 2,40,000
Narasaraopeta Engineering College - [NEC], Guntur 2,41,000

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Admission Process

Getting admitted into the premier colleges in Andhra Pradesh requires taking entrance exams such as AP EAPCET, AP PGECET, JEE Mains, and others. Andhra Pradesh boasts a total of 358 Engineering colleges, with only 34 of them accepting JEE Mains scores, comprising 30 private and 4 government colleges. Nevertheless, colleges that accept AP EAPCET and AP PGECET also take into account JEE Mains scores. Check JEE Mains Eligibility Criteria

The following chart represents the ratio between the private and government colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores:

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Admission Process

Candidates seeking admission are required to qualify JEE Mains entrance exam. After qualifying for the exam, they need to participate in the National/ State level counseling process called JOSAA Counseling. Students are shortlisted based on JOSAA Counseling and students are shortlisted based on cutoff scores. Then they are finally called for a Personal interview round or document verification to finalize their admission. 

Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates wishing to get admission into the colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores must fulfill certain eligibility requirements. One must be well acquainted with the eligibility criteria. Mentioned below are the basic eligibility criteria for enrollment in these courses:

  • Candidates should obtain a minimum of 45% - 50% marks in 10+2. One should complete their 10+2 from a recognized Board. 
  • One must complete their 10+2 in Science stream having Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics as the major subjects. 
  • Aspirants need to qualify for the JEE Mains entrance exam and then they are required to participate in the counseling process held at the National/ State level.
  • One may also be called to face a Group discussion or personal interview round. 

Top Private Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main 

Most of the colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores are under private ownership. There are around 30 Engineering colleges accepting JEE Mains scores. These colleges offer Quality education, good infrastructure, and several other facilities. K L University and Vignan's Foundation For Science, Technology, and Research are some top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores with a seat intake of 3480+ and 1290+ respectively for BE/ BTech courses. 

Tabulated below are the private Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores along with their cutoff links.

College Name Seats Intake
GMR Institute of Technology - GMRIT 1200+
KL (Deemed to be University), Guntur 3480+
Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research 1290+
RVR and JC College of Engineering 1380+
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering and Technology, Chittoor 1420+
Prasad V Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology 750+
Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women, West Godavari 1080+
Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering and Technology, Kurnool 1200+
Godavari Institute of Engineering and Technology 960+
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering 1140+

Top Government Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main

Government colleges are the first choice of every student. The average fee structure in these colleges is lower compared to Private Engineering colleges. These institutes have their unique name and fame in not only Andhra Pradesh but also abroad. Some of the government Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores are tabulated below with their cutoff links:

College/ University Name Seats Intake
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam 720+
IIT Tirupati - Indian Institute of Technology 254+
College of Engineering, Sri Venkateswara University 300+
JNTUA College of Engineering, Ananthapuramu 390+
University College of Engineering, Kakinada, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada 370+
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada 1120+
NIT Andhra Pradesh - National Institute of Technology 480+
University College of Engineering, Rajamoundry 330+
Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam 360+
Sri Venkateswara Engineering College 840+

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Placements

The top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores promise equitable placement packages to students with high ROI (Return on Investment). Placement cells of these colleges attract top-notch giants such as Microsoft, Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Cypress, Oracle, and BYJU. The average Placement package offered in these colleges is very decent which ranges between INR 4.5 - 12 LPA. 

Check out the list of Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores with their average and highest CTC package in the infographic below.

Top Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Main: Placements

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Top Engineering Colleges in Andhra Pradesh Accepting JEE Mains scores: FAQs

Ques. What is the basis of admission to engineering colleges of Andhra Pradesh?

Ans. The engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh conduct admission based on AP EAMCET and JEE Main. The former entrance exam is conducted in the state itself while the latter is a national-level exam. There is a fixed weightage to each of the exams to fill in the B.Tech. seats.

Ques. Can students from other states apply to Andhra Pradesh engineering colleges?

Ans. Yes, students from other states can also apply to colleges in Andhra Pradesh. Their scores or rank in the merit list based on JEE Main is considered for admission through centralized counseling by JOSAA.

Ques. Is there any common counseling for admission in Andhra Pradesh engineering colleges?

Ans. Students from all over the country can participate in JEE Main counseling conducted by JOSAA. They need to select colleges in Andhra Pradesh during choice filling to be considered in the final merit list.

Ques. What documents are required for counseling at Andhra Pradesh Engineering College?

Ans. Seat allocation letters, JEE Main scorecards, Marksheets of 10th and 12th, Identification documents, Passport-size photographs, etc. are some of the important documents students need to carry with them for counseling.

Ques. What minimum rank is required for admission to IIT Tirupati?

Ans. According to the recent cut-offs, one should secure a minimum rank of 3701 to get into the computer science branch while 8826 ranks for electrical engineering.

Ques. What minimum rank is required for admission to NIT, Tadepalligudem in computer science?

Ans. NIT Tadepalligudem is one of the top choices of students planning to pursue B.tech. that's why competition is quite high. As per the recent cut-off, students should have a ranking between 9535 and 16961 to get admission.

Ques. How many Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh are accepting JEE Mains?

Ans. There are a total of 34 colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains which include 30 private and 4 government Engineering colleges.

Ques. Which is the best Engineering college in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores?

Ans. KLU Guntur and IIT Tirupati are the best colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores. They are ranked #44 and #59 by NIRF Ranking among the top Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh. 

Ques. What is the average course fee for Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores?

Ans. The course fee at Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores varies with colleges and ranges between INR 30,000 - INR 3,50,000 per year.

Ques. Which are the top recruiting companies participating in the placement drive of the Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores?

Ans. Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Cypress, Oracle, and BYJU are some popular recruiters participating in the placement drive of the Engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting JEE Mains scores.

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#1

National Institute of Technology - [NITAP], Tadepalligudem

Tadepalligudem, Andhra Pradesh |MHRD Approved
CD Score: 956/2000
1,52,500BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 151 User
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#74th/500 in India 2025
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#2

Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City - [IIIT], Sri City

Sri City, Andhra Pradesh |MHRD Approved
CD Score: 953/2000
3,92,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 152 User
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Best in Academics
#75th/500 in India 2025
#3

Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing - [IIITDM], Kurnool

Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh |MHRD Approved
CD Score: 859/2000
2,09,100BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 75 User
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#57th/269 in India 2025
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#4

K L University - [KLU], Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, COA, PCI, UGC Approved
CD Score: 784/2000
NAAC A++
2,60,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 751 User
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#801th/1501 in India 2025
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#5
NAAC A+
10,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees-- 4 / 5 Based on 166 User
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#151th/200 in India 2019
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#6

Vishnu Institute of Technology - [VIT], Bhimavaram

Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 589/2000
NAAC A
1,89,200BE/B.Tech- Total FeesCompare Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 354 User
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#186th/281 in India 2023
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#7

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology, and Research, Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, PCI, BCI, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 549/2000
NAAC A+
1,40,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 2093 User
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#1501th/1501 in India 2025
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#8
NAAC A
2,00,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 4.3 / 5 Based on 239 User
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Best in Faculty
#151th/312 in India 2023
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#9

Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education: SAHE University, Vijayawada

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 74/100
NAAC A+
1,00,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 352 User
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#143th/281 in India 2023
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#10

KKR & KSR Institute of Technology and Sciences - [KITS], Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC A
40,900BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.9 / 5 Based on 80 User
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#151th/312 in India 2023
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School of Planning and Architecture - [SPAV], Vijayawada

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |MHRD Approved
1,00,000B.Arch- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees-- 3.9 / 5 Based on 28 User
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#3th/54 in India 2025
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#12
NAAC A
40,000M.Sc- 1st Year Fees-- 4 / 5 Based on 105 User
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#13

Bapatla Engineering College - [BEC], Guntur

Guntur, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
NAAC A+
84,900BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 140 User
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#165th/175 in India 2024
#14

Aditya Engineering College - [AEC], East Godavari

East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 40/100
NAAC A++
1,72,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 4 / 5 Based on 491 User
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#257th/281 in India 2023
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#15

Narasaraopeta Engineering College - [NEC], Narasaraopet

Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 41/100
NAAC A+
73,800BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 358 User
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Best in Academics
#216th/281 in India 2023
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#16
NAAC A
72,500BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.9 / 5 Based on 98 User
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#17

Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering For Women - [GVPW], Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC A
1,05,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 89 User
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#18

KMM Institute of Technology and Science - [KMMITS], Tirupati

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE Approved
40,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees-- 3.7 / 5 Based on 10 User
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#19

GITAM, Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, COA, PCI, BCI, UGC Approved
NAAC A++
2,83,500BE/B.Tech- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees-- 4 / 5 Based on 900 User
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#1501th/1501 in India 2025
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35,000BE/B.Tech Lateral- 1st Year Fees-- 3.5 / 5 Based on 12 User
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#21
40,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees-- 3.8 / 5 Based on 10 User
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#22

Godavari Global University - [GGU], East Godavari

East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
NAAC A++
76,700BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees 3.7 / 5 Based on 347 User
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#25th/50 in India 2024
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#23

Gandhiji Institute of Science and Technology - [GIST], Bhimavaram

Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE Approved
25,000Polytechnic- 1st Year Fees-- 4 / 5 Based on 2 User
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#24

GITAM School of Technology, Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE Approved
NAAC A++
2,83,500BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees-- 4.1 / 5 Based on 83 User
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#202th/500 in India 2025
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#25
43,000BE/B.Tech- 1st Year Fees-- 3.9 / 5 Based on 11 User
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#26

Andhra University - [AU], Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE, UGC Approved
NAAC A
15,000M.Phil/Ph.D in Science- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees-- 3.8 / 5 Based on 2093 User
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#9th/92 in India 2024
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#27

Sri Vani Group Of Institutions, Vijayawada

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |AICTE Approved
25,200Polytechnic- 1st Year Fees------