Jharkhand is home to over 92 Engineering colleges spread across the state. These include 58 Private colleges, 26 Public colleges, Out of the total colleges, 68 are approved by the AICTE and 32 have been approved by the UGC offering a wide range of Engineering programs.
- Some of the top courses available are B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, BE/B.Tech Lateral, M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering, Polytechnic,
- Among these, B.Tech is the most popular course, offered by 49 Engineering colleges in Jharkhand.
- Students often choose cities like Ranchi, Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Palamu, Ramgarh, for Engineering admission in Jharkhand.
- Some of the top Engineering colleges in Jharkhand include IIT Dhanbad, NIT Jamshedpur, BIT Mesra, IIIT Ranchi, BIT Sindri.
Table of Content
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Rankings
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand : Courses & Fees
- Courses offered by Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
- Top Government Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
- Top Private Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
- NAAC Accredited Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Student Reviews
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand City-wise
- How to get admission in Engineering College in Jharkhand?
- Top Specialisation offered by Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand with Low Fees
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Rankings
Top ranking agencies such as Collegedunia, IIRF, NIRF, have ranked the Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand. You can check the best Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Rankings by different agencies.
| College | Ranking |
|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad Ranking |
13 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
14 out of 275 in India in 2024 (The Week)
15 out of 300 in India in 2024 (NIRF)
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| NIT Jamshedpur Ranking |
46 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
53 out of 160 in India in 2024 (IIRF)
101 out of 300 in India in 2024 (NIRF)
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| BIT Mesra Ranking |
57 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
8 out of 173 in India in 2024 (IIRF)
16 out of 284 in India in 2024 (India Today)
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| IIIT Ranchi Ranking |
93 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
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| BIT Sindri Ranking |
122 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
70 out of 175 in India in 2024 (The Times Of India)
51 out of 160 in India in 2024 (IIRF)
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| BIT Deoghar Ranking |
155 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
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| UCET VBU Ranking |
192 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
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| CIT Ranchi Ranking |
209 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
122 out of 216 in India in 2022 (The Week)
125 out of 160 in India in 2022 (Outlook)
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| RVSCET Ranking |
225 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
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| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur Ranking |
531 out of 762 in India in (Collegedunia.com)
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- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand Based on IIRF Ranking
- Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand Based on NIRF Ranking
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand : Courses & Fees
There are 58 Private, 26 Public, Engineering colleges in Jharkhand. 49 colleges offer B.Tech, 25 colleges offer ME/M.Tech, 22 colleges offer BE/B.Tech Lateral, 18 colleges offer M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering, 3 colleges offer Polytechnic, courses.
You can check list of top Engineering colleges in Jharkhand in the table below.
| College Name | Course Name | Duration | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | B.Tech | 4 Years | 9.26 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 1.28 Lakhs | |
| B.Tech + M.Tech | 5 Years | 11.53 Lakhs | |
| NIT Jamshedpur | B.Tech | 4 Years | 6.28 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 2.2 Lakhs | |
| Ph.D | 3 Years | 1.49 Lakhs | |
| BIT Mesra | B.Tech | 4 Years | 16.77 Lakhs |
| Ph.D | 3 Years | 1.99 Lakhs | |
| IIIT Ranchi | B.Tech | 4 Years | 12.13 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 3.32 Lakhs | |
| Ex.M.Tech | 2 Years | 8.47 Lakhs | |
| BIT Sindri | B.Tech | 4 Years | 68,853 |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 38,114 | |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | 3 Years | 52,346 | |
| BIT Deoghar | B.Tech | 4 Years | 16.59 Lakhs |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | 3 Years | 11.46 Lakhs | |
| UCET VBU | B.Tech | 4 Years | 2.54 Lakhs |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | 3 Years | 1.94 Lakhs | |
| CIT Ranchi | B.Tech | 4 Years | 3.35 Lakhs |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | 3 Years | 2.54 Lakhs | |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 1.77 Lakhs | |
| RVSCET | B.Tech | 4 Years | 3.84 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | 1.8 Lakhs | |
| Polytechnic | 3 Years | 1.29 Lakhs | |
| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur | B.Tech | 4 Years | 5.2 Lakhs |
| Polytechnic | 3 Years | 2.1 Lakhs |
Courses offered by Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
Engineering colleges in Jharkhand offer courses such as B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, BE/B.Tech Lateral, M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering, Polytechnic, . Students have the option to opt for Full-time/ Part-time Engineering courses at these colleges. You can check the list of courses offered by the Engineering colleges in Jharkhand below.
| Courses Offered | Colleges Count | College List |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | 49 | B.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand |
| ME/M.Tech | 25 | ME/M.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand |
| BE/B.Tech Lateral | 22 | BE/B.Tech Lateral Colleges in Jharkhand |
| M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering | 18 | M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand |
| Polytechnic | 3 | Polytechnic Colleges in Jharkhand |
Top B.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand
Out of the total 49 Engineering colleges, the best B.Tech college in Jharkhand is IIT Dhanbad. Some other top Engineering colleges in Jharkhand offering B.Tech are NIT Jamshedpur, BIT Mesra, IIIT Ranchi, BIT Sindri.
You can check the best B.Tech colleges in Jharkhand with fees in the table below.
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | Dhanbad | 9.26 Lakhs |
| NIT Jamshedpur | Jamshedpur | 6.28 Lakhs |
| BIT Mesra | Ranchi | 16.77 Lakhs |
| IIIT Ranchi | Ranchi | 12.13 Lakhs |
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 68,853 |
Top ME/M.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand
Out of the total 25 Engineering colleges, the best ME/M.Tech college in Jharkhand is IIT Dhanbad. Some other top Engineering colleges in Jharkhand offering ME/M.Tech are NIT Jamshedpur, BIT Mesra, IIIT Ranchi, BIT Sindri.
You can check the best ME/M.Tech colleges in Jharkhand with fees in the table below.
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | Dhanbad | 1.28 Lakhs |
| NIT Jamshedpur | Jamshedpur | 2.2 Lakhs |
| BIT Mesra | Ranchi | - |
| IIIT Ranchi | Ranchi | 3.32 Lakhs |
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 38,114 |
Top BE/B.Tech Lateral Colleges in Jharkhand
Out of the total 22 Engineering colleges, the best BE/B.Tech Lateral college in Jharkhand is BIT Sindri. Some other top Engineering colleges in Jharkhand offering BE/B.Tech Lateral are BIT Deoghar, UCET VBU, CIT Ranchi, Arka Jain University Jamshedpur.
You can check the best BE/B.Tech Lateral colleges in Jharkhand with fees in the table below.
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 52,346 |
| BIT Deoghar | Deoghar | 11.46 Lakhs |
| UCET VBU | Hazaribagh | 1.94 Lakhs |
| CIT Ranchi | Ranchi | 2.54 Lakhs |
| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur | Jamshedpur | 3.9 Lakhs |
Top Government Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
With over 26 government Engineering colleges in Jharkhand, IIT Dhanbad is named the best. The table lists some of the other top government Engineering colleges in Jharkhand with their courses and fees.
| College Name | City | Admission |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | Dhanbad | IIT Dhanbad Admission |
| NIT Jamshedpur | Jamshedpur | NIT Jamshedpur Admission |
| IIIT Ranchi | Ranchi | IIIT Ranchi Admission |
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | BIT Sindri Admission |
| NIAMT | Ranchi | NIAMT Admission |
| Government Engineering College Ramgarh | Ramgarh | - |
| Chaibasa Engineering College, Techno India Group | Chaibasa | Chaibasa Engineering College, Techno India Group Admission |
| Ramgarh Engineering College | Ramgarh | - |
| Dumka Engineering College | Dumka | - |
| Birsa Agricultural University Ranchi | Ranchi | Birsa Agricultural University Ranchi Admission |
Top Private Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
With over 58 private Engineering colleges in Jharkhand, BIT Mesra is the named the best. The table lists some of the other top private Engineering colleges in Jharkhand with their courses and fees.
| College Name | City | Admission |
|---|---|---|
| BIT Mesra | Ranchi | BIT Mesra Admission |
| BIT Deoghar | Deoghar | BIT Deoghar Admission |
| UCET VBU | Hazaribagh | - |
| CIT Ranchi | Ranchi | CIT Ranchi Admission |
| RVSCET | Jamshedpur | RVSCET Admission |
| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur | Jamshedpur | Arka Jain University Jamshedpur Admission |
| Amity University Ranchi | Ranchi | Amity University Ranchi Admission |
| SBU | Ranchi | SBU Admission |
| Sai Nath University Ranchi | Ranchi | Sai Nath University Ranchi Admission |
| Usha Martin University Ranchi | Ranchi | Usha Martin University Ranchi Admission |
NAAC Accredited Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
NAAC or National Assessment and Accreditation Council is a government body funded by the MoE India that categorises institutions based on their performance. It uses a letter-based grading system namely, A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B, and C, to accredit colleges.
The table below lists top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand with NAAC grades:
| College Name | NAAC Grade |
|---|---|
| BIT Mesra | A |
| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur | A |
| BIT Sindri | B |
| RTC Institute of Technology Ranchi | B |
| CU Jharkhand | B |
| Ranchi University | B |
| Jharkhand Rai University Ranchi | C |
| Kolhan University Chaibasa | C |
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Student Reviews
Collegedunia has over 4 lakhs organic student reviews. Students seeking admission to Engineering colleges in Jharkhand can check the student reviews in the table below.
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Student Review Count
| College Name | Student Review Rating |
|---|---|
| NIT Jamshedpur | 8.03/10 (Based on 672 Reviews) |
| IIT Dhanbad | 8.19/10 (Based on 615 Reviews) |
| BIT Sindri | 8.07/10 (Based on 559 Reviews) |
| BIT Mesra | 7.91/10 (Based on 516 Reviews) |
| RVSCET | 7.71/10 (Based on 94 Reviews) |
| IIIT Ranchi | 7.66/10 (Based on 83 Reviews) |
| UCET VBU | 6.9/10 (Based on 79 Reviews) |
| NIAMT | 8.09/10 (Based on 59 Reviews) |
| Guru Gobind Singh Educational Society's Technical Campus Bokaro | 7.41/10 (Based on 50 Reviews) |
| CIT Ranchi | 6.75/10 (Based on 48 Reviews) |
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand based on Student Review Rating
| College Name | Student Review Rating |
|---|---|
| Ramchandra Chandravansi Polytechnic Institute Palamu | 10/10 (Based on 1 Reviews) |
| Sindri College Dhanbad | 9.67/10 (Based on 1 Reviews) |
| Government Polytechnic College Kodarma | 9.4/10 (Based on 2 Reviews) |
| BBMKU | 9.33/10 (Based on 2 Reviews) |
| Government Polytechnic Bhaga Dhanbad | 9.33/10 (Based on 3 Reviews) |
| DMS, IIT Dhanbad | 9.12/10 (Based on 7 Reviews) |
| Silli Polytechnic Ranchi | 9.01/10 (Based on 9 Reviews) |
| Xavier Institute of Polytechnic and Technology Ranchi | 8.92/10 (Based on 2 Reviews) |
| Beharagora Polytechnic Baharagora | 8.86/10 (Based on 3 Reviews) |
| Srinath University Jamshedpur | 8.83/10 (Based on 2 Reviews) |
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand City-wise
Ranchi has the maximum number of Engineering colleges in Jharkhand. Candidates can check the list of top cities for students looking for Engineering colleges in Jharkhand.
| City | College List | Total College Count | B.Tech College Count | ME/M.Tech College Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranchi | Check Here | 33 | 20 | 14 |
| Dhanbad | Check Here | 13 | 5 | 4 |
| Jamshedpur | Check Here | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Palamu | Check Here | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Ramgarh | Check Here | 4 | 3 | - |
How to get admission in Engineering College in Jharkhand?
Admission to Engineering college in Jharkhand is based on merit in qualifying/ entrance exam based on the course chosen by a student. You can check course wise exams accepted for admission to Engineering colleges in Jharkhand in the section below.
| Course | Exam/ Counselling Accepted | College List |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main, JCECE, CUET | B.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand |
| ME/M.Tech | GATE | ME/M.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand |
Admission Criteria for Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
Check list of top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand with their course-wise admission criteria in the section below.
| College | Course Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced |
| M.Tech | Graduation with 60% + GATE | |
| B.Tech + M.Tech | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced | |
| NIT Jamshedpur Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Main |
| M.Tech | Graduation with 60% + GATE | |
| Ph.D | Post Graduation | |
| BIT Mesra Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 60% + JEE MAINS |
| Ph.D | Post Graduation with 60% | |
| IIIT Ranchi Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with JEE Main |
| M.Tech | Graduation + GATE | |
| Ex.M.Tech | B.E/B.Tech | |
| BIT Sindri Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 45% + JCECE |
| M.Tech | Graduation with 60% + GATE | |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | Diploma | |
| BIT Deoghar Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 + JEE Main |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | Diploma/ B.Sc | |
| UCET VBU Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 50% + JCECE |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | 10+3 with 50% + DtoDECE | |
| CIT Ranchi Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 45% + JCECEB |
| B.Tech {Lateral} | Diploma with 50% | |
| M.Tech | Pass in Graduation + 50% marks | |
| RVSCET Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 50% + JEE Main |
| M.Tech | Pass in Graduation + GATE | |
| Polytechnic | 10+2 with 35%+JCECEB | |
| Arka Jain University Jamshedpur Admission | B.Tech | 10+2 with 45%+AJUCET |
| Polytechnic | 10th+AJUCET |
Top Specialisation offered by Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand
Engineering colleges in Jharkhand offer various disciples including Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, The section below covers top sought specialisation offered by Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand.
| Specialisation | Total College Count | College List | B.Tech College Count | College List |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 76 | Check Here | 42 | Check Here |
| Computer Science | 71 | Check Here | 47 | Check Here |
| Civil Engineering | 65 | Check Here | 37 | Check Here |
| Electrical | 62 | Check Here | 24 | Check Here |
| Electronics & Communication | 44 | Check Here | 32 | Check Here |
Top Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand with Low Fees
Students have several options for Engineering colleges in Jharkhand with low fees. The section below covers list of a few colleges that offer B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, BE/B.Tech Lateral, and have a lower course fees compared to other colleges.
Top B.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand with Low Fees
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranchi University | Ranchi | 9,100 |
| Government Engineering College Palamu | Palamu | 21,875 |
| Birsa Agricultural University Ranchi | Ranchi | 57,808 |
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 68,853 |
| Chaibasa Engineering College, Techno India Group | Chaibasa | 1.01 Lakhs |
Top ME/M.Tech Colleges in Jharkhand with Low Fees
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranchi University | Ranchi | 5,550 |
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 38,114 |
| Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research Dhanbad | Dhanbad | 64,000 |
| CU Jharkhand | Ranchi | 84,520 |
| Birsa Agricultural University Ranchi | Ranchi | 90,000 |
Top BE/B.Tech Lateral Colleges in Jharkhand with Low Fees
| College Name | City | Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BIT Sindri | Dhanbad | 52,346 |
| KK College of Engineering and Management Dhanbad | Dhanbad | 1.65 Lakhs |
| Radha Govind University Ramgarh | Ramgarh | 1.68 Lakhs |
| Ramchandra Chandarvansi Institute of Technology Palamu | Palamu | 1.8 Lakhs |
| RCU Palamu | Palamu | 1.8 Lakhs |
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