IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, GEC Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, and MBCET Thiruvananthapuram are among the top engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram. IIST Thiruvananthapuram leads the list with a Collegedunia Score of 838 out of 2000, followed by CET Thiruvananthapuram, which has a CD Score of 626.
Key Summary
- Fee Range: Government: 17.3 K at KU Thiruvananthapuram to 4.61 Lakh at SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | Private: 1.6 Lakh at SIST Vellanad to 6.89 Lakh at IIST Thiruvananthapuram
- Placements: Highest Package: 15 LPA (IIST Thiruvananthapuram, MBCET Thiruvananthapuram) | Average Packages Range from 2.5 LPA (RIET Thiruvananthapuram, VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram) to 7.6 LPA at (IIST Thiruvananthapuram)
- Best ROI: GEC Thiruvananthapuram – 1076.04% ROI (Avg Package: 4.5LPA | Fee: 41.82 K)
- Cheapest Option: KU Thiruvananthapuram (17.3 K CET Thiruvananthapuram (34.6 K), GEC Thiruvananthapuram (41.82 K)
- Main Entrance Exams:
- KEAM: Accepted by 30 colleges (CET Thiruvananthapuram, GEC Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram)
- JEE Main: Accepted by 3 colleges ( IIST Thiruvananthapuram, KTU Thiruvananthapuram, and TCT Thiruvananthapuram)
- Direct Admission: SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram, UCEK Thiruvananthapuram
- Best for CSE: IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram
- Best for Electronics & Communication: IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram
- Best for Civil Engineering: CET Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, MBCET Thiruvananthapuram
- Low KEAM Cut-off Options:
- 30000-60000: CEAL Thiruvananthapuram, MEC Thiruvananthapuram, CEM Thiruvananthapuram
- More than 60 K: MGCET Thiruvananthapuram, VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram, STIST Thiruvananthapuram
- Top Government Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: CET Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 7 LPA), GEC Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 4.5 LPA), SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 5.2 LPA)
- Top Private Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: IIST Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 7.6 LPA), MBCET Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 3.6 LPA), MEC Thiruvananthapuram (Avg – 3.67 LPA)
Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
| Ranking in Thiruvananthapuram |
College Name | Overall Score (Out of 2000) | KEAM Cutoff (Gen) | Average/Median Package (INR) | Total Course Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IIST Thiruvananthapuram | 838 | 822 (CSE) - 1174 (CE) (Optical Engineering) (JEE Advanced) | 7.6 LPA | 5.97 Lakh |
| 2 | CET Thiruvananthapuram | 626 | 571 (CSE) - 2974 (ME) | 7 LPA | 85.6 K |
| 3 | GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 207 | 4322 (ECE) - 15312 (CE) | 4.5 LPA | 41.82 K |
| 4 | SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 178 | 6256 (CSE) - 36792 (Automobile Engineering) | 5.2 LPA | 3.73 Lakh |
| 5 | MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | - | 14108 (CSE) - 54903 (ME) | 3.6 LPA | 5.25 Lakh |
| 6 | LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | - | 13934 (CSE) - 29076 (CE) | 4 LPA | 3.17 Lakh |
| 7 | UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | - | 27658 (CSE) - 67015 (IT) | - | 1.47 Lakh |
| 8 | CEAL Thiruvananthapuram | - | 30669 (CSE) - 66275 (EEE) | - | 1.6 Lakh |
| 9 | CEM Thiruvananthapuram | - | 57057 (CSE) - 67256 (CE) | - | 2.2 Lakh |
| 10 | MEC Thiruvananthapuram | - | 34298 (CSE) - 65517 (ME) | 3.67 LPA | 4.43 Lakh |
| 11 | ACETVM Thiruvananthapuram | - | 57456 (Mechatronics) - 66975 (CE) | 4 LPA | 5.02 Lakh |
| 12 | RIET Thiruvananthapuram | - | 49574 (ECE) - 66224 (Aeronautical Engineering) | 2.5 LPA | 5.02 Lakh |
| 13 | VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram | - | 65431 (CSE) - 67422 (ECE) | 2.5 LPA | 5.02 Lakh |
| 14 | MCET Thiruvananthapuram | - | 59506 (ME) - 65329 (AI & Machine Learning) | 5 LPA | 5.02 Lakh |
| 15 | MGCET Thiruvananthapuram | - | 60089 (CSE) | - | 5.02 Lakh |
Ques. What is the admission process for Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram?
Ans. KEAM is the primary Entrance exam considered by Engineering colleges such as CET Thiruvananthapuram, GEC Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, MBCET Thiruvananthapuram, and LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram. Students appearing for JEE Main can also take admission in some colleges. Direct admission through the management quota is also available in a few colleges.
Ques. What is the average salary after completing BTech in Thiruvananthapuram?
Ans. The average salary packages for BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram are mentioned below.
- Tier-1 Colleges: 3.6 - 7.6 LPA (IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, GEC Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, and MBCET Thiruvananthapuram)
- Tier-2 Colleges: 3.67 - 4 LPA (LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram, UCEK Thiruvananthapuram, CEAL Thiruvananthapuram, CEM Thiruvananthapuram, and MEC Thiruvananthapuram)
- Tier-3 Colleges: 2.5 - 5 LPA (ACETVM Thiruvananthapuram, RIET Thiruvananthapuram, VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram, MCET Thiruvananthapuram, and MGCET Thiruvananthapuram)
Ques. Which is the cheapest government & Private Engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram?
Ans. Sarabhai Institute of Science & Technology, Vellanad, is the cheapest private Engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram.
Key Highlights:
- Fees: 1.6 Lakh
- Average Package: 5.5 LPA
- Top Recruiters: Wipro, TCS, Hexaware Technologies, Infosys, UST Global
- KEAM Cut off: 48657 (ME) - 67359 (CSE)
- Admission Process: Candidates are required to qualify KEAM (45% aggregate in 10+2 with PCM)
Kerala University is the cheapest government Engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram.
Key Highlights:
- Fees: 17.3 K
- Top Recruiters: Infosys, Tata Elxsi, IBM, UST Global, and Ernst & Young
- Admission Process: Candidates must apply through the KEAM entrance exam, followed by CAP Counselling
Ques. Which Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram have low fees and high placement?
Ans. Here are some BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram with low fees and high placement packages.
| College Name | Low Fees | Average Salary | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 41.82 K | 4.5 LPA | 1076.04 |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 85.6 K | 7 LPA | 817.75 |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 3.73 Lakh | 5.2 LPA | 139.41 |
Ques. Which Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram offer direct admission without entrance exams?
Ans. Some BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram offer direct admission through the management quota. Some of the top colleges offering direct admission are listed below.
| College Name | Total Fees | Average Package (INR) | 12th Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 3.73 Lakh | 5.2 LPA | Limited seats are reserved under the Management and NRI Quota through Direct Admission |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 3.17 Lakh | 4 LPA | Students can secure Direct Admission through the NRI Quota or Spot Admission |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 1.47 Lakh | - | Offers Direct Admission through a Management/NRI quota for a limited number of seats |
| CEM Thiruvananthapuram | 2.2 Lakh | - | Offers Direct Admission through a Management/NRI quota for a limited number of seats |
- Placement of Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram
- Top-Ranked Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram by Various Agencies
- Top Govt Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
- Top Private Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
- Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram through KEAM
- LOW Cutoff accepted Engineering colleges for CSE in Thiruvananthapuram
- Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: Admission details 2026
- Cheapest Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
- Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram without Entrance Exams
- Top MTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
- Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: Nearby BTech Colleges
- Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: FAQs

Placement of Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram
15 LPA is the highest salary offered by IIST Thiruvananthapuram and MBCET Thiruvananthapuram. The average salaries of these colleges are 7.6 LPA and 3.6 LPA, respectively. GEC Thiruvananthapuram recorded the highest ROI of 1076.04%. Here is the list of placement details and ROI of the top engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram.
| College Name | Highest Salary (INR) | Average /Median Package (INR) | ROI (%) | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIST Thiruvananthapuram | 15 LPA | 7.6 LPA | 194.97 | ISRO, Airbus, Texas Instruments India, BEL, TCS, Infosys |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | - | 7 LPA | 817.75 | IBM, Oracle, Accenture, Infosys, Bosch, TCS |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 11.6 LPA | 4.5 LPA | 1076.04 | Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Accenture, Infosys, Siemens. |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | - | 5.2 LPA | 139.41 | Bosch, Broadcom, Cognizant, Capgemini, Allianz, Axis Bank |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | 15 LPA | 3.6 LPA | 68.57 | IBM, Infosys, TCS, EY, Allianz, Nissan |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 12.62 LPA | 4 LPA | 126.18 | Accenture, Amazon, Ernest & Young, IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | - | 3.67 LPA | 82.84 | IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, UST Global, Tata Elxsi |
Top-Ranked Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram by Various Agencies
IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, and GEC Thiruvananthapuram are the top-ranked engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram according to Collegedunia, NIRF, and other reputable ranking bodies. Check out the NAAC Grade, NIRF, IIRF, The Week and Collegedunia Rankings in the following table.
| College Name | Collegedunia Ranking | NIRF Ranking | IIRFRanking | The WeekRanking | NAAC Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIST Thiruvananthapuram | 71 | 61 | 17 | - | A++ |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 165 | 101-150 | 50 | 40 | A |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 377 | - | 115 | - | A |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 403 | - | - | 195 | - |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | - | - | - | 215 | A |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | - | - | 154 | - | A++ |
Top Govt Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
Thiruvananthapuram has 19 government colleges, out of which 12 offer BTech and 8 offer MTech. Below is a list of the top government BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, along with the courses they offer, total course fees, and top recruiters.
| College Name | Total Course Fees | Average/Median Package | Highest Package | ROI (%) | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 85.6 K | 7 LPA | - | 817.75 | IBM, Oracle, Accenture, Infosys, Bosch, TCS |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 41.82 K | 4.5 LPA | 11.6 LPA | 1076.04 | Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Accenture, Infosys, Siemens. |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 3.73 Lakh | 5.2 LPA | - | 139.41 | Bosch, Broadcom, Cognizant, Capgemini, Allianz, Axis Bank |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 3.17 Lakh | 4 LPA | 12.62 LPA | 126.18 | Accenture, Amazon, Ernest & Young, IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 1.47 Lakh | - | - | - | TCS, Infosys, IBM, Wipro, and UST Global |
Top Private Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
Out of 23 Private Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, 20 offer BTech and 9 offer MTech courses. Here is a list of the top 10 Private BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, along with total course fees, placement details and top recruiters.
| College Name | Total Course Fees | Average/Median Package | Highest Package | ROI (%) | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIST Thiruvananthapuram | 5.97 Lakh | 7.6 LPA | 15 LPA | 194.97 | ISRO, Airbus, Texas Instruments India, BEL, TCS, Infosys |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | 5.25 Lakh | 3.6 LPA | 15 LPA | 68.57 | IBM, Infosys, TCS, EY, Allianz, Nissan |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | 4.43 Lakh | 3.67 LPA | - | 82.84 | IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, UST Global, Tata Elxsi |
| ACETVM Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 4 LPA | - | 79.68 | TCS, Accubits Technologies, Infosys, Infiniz IT, Allianz |
| RIET Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 2.5 LPA | - | 200.8 | Google, Amazon, KPMG, Reliance, Wipro, TCS |
| VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 2.5 LPA | - | 49.8 | TCS, Infosys, Sutherland, Indus Motors, Experion Technologies |
| MCET Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 5 LPA | 12 LPA | 99.60 | Amazon, IBM, Infosys, Oracle, TCS, EY |
| MGCET Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | - | - | - | TCS, HCL Technologies |
| STIST Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 1.44 LPA | - | 28.68 | Infosys, L&T, Allianz, TCS, Mahindra Lifespaces |
| JCMCSIIT Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | - | - | - | Infoblox, Radel, Numenor Technologies, CoolMinds |
Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram through KEAM
Below is the list of the top 10 KEAM-accepting engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram. The fees range from 34.6 K at CET Thiruvananthapuram to 5.25 Lakh at MBCET Thiruvananthapuram. The average package in these colleges ranges from 3.6 LPA at MBCET Thiruvananthapuram to 7 LPA at GEC Thiruvananthapuram.
| College Name | Total Course Fees | Average/Median Package |
|---|---|---|
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 85.6 K | 7 LPA |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 41.82 K | 4.5 LPA |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 3.73 Lakh | 5.2 LPA |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | 5.25 Lakh | 3.6 LPA |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 3.17 Lakh | 4 LPA |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 1.47 Lakh | - |
| CEAL Thiruvananthapuram | 1.6 Lakh | - |
| CEM Thiruvananthapuram | 2.2 Lakh | - |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | 4.43 Lakh | 3.67 LPA |
| ACETVM Thiruvananthapuram | 5.02 Lakh | 4 LPA |
LOW Cutoff accepted Engineering colleges for CSE in Thiruvananthapuram
LBSITW and MBCET, Thiruvananthapuram, are among the Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram that accept KEAM ranks in the 30,000–60,000 range. For the CSE branch at LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram, the latest KEAM cutoff rank was 13934. Here is a list of Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, ranked by KEAM cut-off for the CSE course, along with their placement details and total course fees.
| College Name | Typical KEAM Rank Cutoff | KEAM Cut-Off For CSE Branch | Median/Average Salary (INR) | Total Course Fees (INR) | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 10 K to 60 K | 13934 | 4 LPA | 3.17 Lakh | Accenture, Amazon, Ernest & Young, IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | 14108 | 3.6 LPA | 5.25 Lakh | IBM, Infosys, TCS, EY, Allianz, Nissan | |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 27658 | - | 1.47 Lakh | TCS, Infosys, IBM, Wipro, and UST Global | |
| CEAL Thiruvananthapuram | 30 K to 60 K | 30669 | - | 1.6 Lakh | Infosys, TCS, Wipro, QBurst, IBS Software, Litmus7 |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | 34298 | 3.67 LPA | 4.43 Lakh | IBM, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, UST Global, Tata Elxsi | |
| CEM Thiruvananthapuram | 57057 | - | 2.2 Lakh | Infosys, TCS, UST Global, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra | |
| MGCET Thiruvananthapuram | More than 60 K | 60089 | - | 5.02 Lakh | Amazon, IBM, Infosys, Oracle, TCS, EY |
| VIDYATCKLM Thiruvananthapuram | 65431 | 2.5 LPA | 5.02 Lakh | TCS, Infosys, Sutherland, Indus Motors, Experion Technologies | |
| STIST Thiruvananthapuram | 67065 | 1.44 LPA | 5.02 Lakh | Infosys, L&T, Allianz, TCS, Mahindra Lifespaces |
Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: Admission details 2026
In Thiruvananthapuram, most Engineering colleges consider the Kerala Engineering Entrance Examination (KEAM) for BTech admission. Below are the admission details of the engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram.
| College Name | Primary Entrance Exams | Minimum 10+2 Eligibility (Aggregate) |
|---|---|---|
| IIST Thiruvananthapuram | JEE Advanced | 75% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 50% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) + 50% marks in Maths separately |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 50% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) + 50% marks in Maths separately |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | JEE Main / KEAM + CAP Counselling | 50% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) + 50% marks in Maths separately |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | JEE Main / KEAM + CAP Counselling | 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) + 50% marks in Maths separately |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 50% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) + 50% marks in Maths separately |
| CEAL Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) |
| CEM Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM + CAP Counselling | 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | KEAM+ CAP Counselling | 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) |
Cheapest Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
KU Thiruvananthapuram offers one of the most affordable BTech programs at a fee of 17.3 K for Electronics & Communication Engineering. Listed below are some of the cheapest engineering colleges in the city, along with their fees, salary packages, and major recruiters.
| College Name | Total Course Fees | Average Salary | Top recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|
| KU Thiruvananthapuram | 17.3 K | - | Infosys, Tata Elxsi, IBM, UST Global, and Ernst & Young |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 34.6 K | 7 LPA | IBM, Oracle, Accenture, Infosys, Bosch, TCS |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 41.82 K | 4.5 LPA | Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Accenture, Infosys, Siemens. |
| CDST Thiruvananthapuram | 51.95 K | - | KCMMF, Amul, Mother Dairy, Milky Mist, Lactalis |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 1.47 Lakh | - | TCS, Infosys, IBM, Wipro, and UST Global |
Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram without Entrance Exams
Several colleges in Thiruvananthapuram offer direct admission through the Management Quota, NRI Quota, or based on merit. The list below shows the engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram offering BTech programs without an entrance exam.
| College Name | Total Fees | Average Package (INR) | 12th Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 3.73 Lakh | 5.2 LPA | Limited seats are reserved under the Management and NRI Quota through Direct Admission |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 3.17 Lakh | 4 LPA | Students can secure Direct Admission through the NRI Quota or Spot Admission |
| UCEK Thiruvananthapuram | 1.47 Lakh | - | Offers Direct Admission through a Management/NRI quota for a limited number of seats |
| CEM Thiruvananthapuram | 2.2 Lakh | - | Offers Direct Admission through a Management/NRI quota for a limited number of seats |
Top MTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
IIT Tirupati is the top MTech college in Thiruvananthapuram. The fees for MTech in Thiruvananthapuram range from 8 K (MTech in Signal Processing) at GEC Thiruvananthapuram to 2.84 Lakh (MTech in Information Security and Cyber Forensics) at ER&DCI-IT Thiruvananthapuram. The table below lists the top MTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram along with their course fees and median packages.
| College Name | Total Fees | Median Package (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| IIST Thiruvananthapuram | 1.72 Lakh | 8.2 LPA |
| CET Thiruvananthapuram | 28.21 K | 7.25 LPA |
| GEC Thiruvananthapuram | 2.12 Lakh | 3 LPA |
| SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram | 24 K | 5.1 LPA |
| MBCET Thiruvananthapuram | 50.7 K | 3.05 LPA |
| LBSITW Thiruvananthapuram | 66.26 K | 3 LPA |
| MEC Thiruvananthapuram | 1.92 Lakh | 3.8 LPA |
| RIET Thiruvananthapuram | 1.6 Lakh | 3 LPA |
| MCET Thiruvananthapuram | 1.5 Lakh | - |
| STIST Thiruvananthapuram | 80 K | - |
Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: Nearby BTech Colleges
Apart from the 32 BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, top colleges such as TKMCE Kollam, CEP Kollam, TKMIT Kollam are located near the city. Here is a list of nearby engineering colleges around Thiruvananthapuram.
| College Name | Distance | Course Fees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TKMCE Kollam | 54 km | 34.6 K | 4.2 LPA |
| CEP Kollam | 54 km | 2.36 Lakh | 4 LPA |
| TKMIT Kollam | 54 km | 3.3 Lakh | 4 LPA |
| CEK Kollam | 54 km | 2.6 Lakh | 2.5 LPA |
| BJGI Kollam | 54 km | 4.02 Lakh | - |
Top Engineering Colleges in Thiruvananthapuram: FAQs
Ques. What are the top colleges for Computer Science in Thiruvananthapuram?
Ans. The top colleges for Computer Science in Thiruvananthapuram are IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram, and MBCET Thiruvananthapuram. The average packages at these colleges range from 3.6 LPA to 7.6 LPA.
Ques. What are the most popular entrance exams accepted by Engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram?
Ans. 30 colleges, including CET, GEC, and SCTCE in Thiruvananthapuram, accept KEAM for BTech admission. Apart from KEAM, 3 colleges accept JEE Main. The colleges accepting JEE Main are IIST Thiruvananthapuram, KTU Thiruvananthapuram, and TCT Thiruvananthapuram.
Ques. Which Engineering College in Thiruvananthapuram offers the maximum ROI? What is the average package at that college?
Ans. GEC Thiruvananthapuram records the highest ROI of 1076.04% among engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram. The college has offered an average package of 4.5 LPA, while the total course fee is around 41.82 K.
Ques. How many engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram are AICTE-approved?
Ans. There are 279 AICTE-approved BTech colleges in Thiruvananthapuram. Here is the list of the top 5 AICTE-approved colleges in Thiruvananthapuram.
- Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology - [IIST], Thiruvananthapuram
- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram
- Government Engineering College - [GEC] Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram
- Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering - [SCTCE], Thiruvananthapuram
- Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology - [MBCET] Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram
Ques. Which are the top engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram for lateral entry?
Ans. 13 engineering colleges in Thiruvananthapuram offer BTech lateral entry. The top colleges are:
- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram
- Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering - [SCTCE], Thiruvananthapuram
- Government Engineering College - [GEC] Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram
- LBS Institute of Technology for Women - [LBSITW] Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram
- Marian Engineering College - [MEC], Thiruvananthapuram
Ques. Is Thiruvananthapuram the best city in Kerala for pursuing Engineering?
Ans. Among the cities in Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram has 32 BTech colleges and Thrissur has 23. The average placement package at Tier-1 BTech colleges (IIST Thiruvananthapuram, CET Thiruvananthapuram, GEC Thiruvananthapuram, SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram and MBCET Thiruvananthapuram) ranges from 3.6 LPA to 7.6 LPA.




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![Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering - [SCTCE] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/col27948.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)


![LBS Institute of Technology for Women - [LBSITW] Poojappura logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1470988320loguuhl.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
2026![Mohandas College of Engineering and Technology - [MCET] rounded](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1559897414mcet.png?h=39&w=39&mode=stretch)
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2024![Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology - [IIST] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1469604666g.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)


![Kerala University - [KU] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1395485529Kerala University.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)

![Marian Engineering College - [MEC] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1659499953index.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![College of Engineering - [CEAL] Attingal logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1417433936COE-Logo.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology - [RIET] Attinga logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1661758087index.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![Mohandas College of Engineering and Technology - [MCET] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1559897414mcet.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)



![Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology - [SCTIMST] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1560492421logok.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![St Thomas Institute for Science and Technology - [STIST] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1470891063logo.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)


![Muslim Association College of Engineering - [MACE] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1470910143Untitled.png?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![Heera College of Engineering and Technology - [HCET] Nedumangad logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/col13706.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![Sarabhai Institute of Science & Technology - [SIST] Vellanad logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1768926901kk.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)
![APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University - [KTU] logo](https://image-static.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/15028802881452140250ktukscsteajce.jpg?h=43&w=43&mode=stretch)

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