Which is the no. 1 BTech college in Kerala?

According to NIRF ranking 2025, NIT Calicut ranked as the top Kerala BTech colleges. Check the table below for more colleges with rankings- College Name NIRF 2024 NIRF 2025 Indian Calicut Ranking 25 21 Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Ranking 51 61 Indian Palakkad Ranking 64 64 Source: The above rankings have been taken from the official NIRF site and may/will vary in the future.

How many BTech colleges are there in Kerala?

There are about 200+ BTech colleges in Kerala including 120+ private colleges, 50+ government colleges, and 1 college in semi-government. KEAM, JEE Main, and JEE Advanced, etc. are some of the most accepting entrance exam in the best BTech colleges in Kerala . The top colleges are NIT Calicut, IIST, IIT Palakkad, MEC Kochi, TKM College of Engineering, etc.

Can I enroll to BTech in the Biomedical Engineering programme through NEET?

No, admission to BTech in Biomedical Engineering programme is done through the Engineering entrance test. Through NEET , you can only enroll on MBBS, BDS and other medical programmes. BTech or BE in Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary course which consists of subjects from medicine and engineering but it doesn't fall under the Medical domain. Moreover, candidates must have studied Mathematics in Class 12 in order to appear for JEE and pursue this course. Know more about - Boimedical Engineering Courses

What is the worth joining BTech in Biomedical Engineering colleges in India?

Joining BTech in Biomedical Engineering college in India can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI. Listed below are some of the colleges along with their total tuition fees and average placement package: College Names Total Course Fee Annual Median Package IIT Madras BTech INR 10 lakh INR 19 LPA NIT Rourkela BTech INR 5 lakh INR 8 LPA IIT Hyderabad BTech INR 8 lakh INR 21 LPA LPU BTech INR 8 lakh - INR 11 lakh INR 7 LPA PSGCT Coimbatore BTech INR 2 lakh INR 7 LPA SRM Institute of Science and Technology BTech INR 10 lakh INR 6 LPA Thapar University BTech INR 13 lakh INR 12 LPA READ MORE: BTech Courses Hope this answered your query!

Is CUSAT better than NIT Calicut for BTech?

This is one of the most debated questions among Kerala engineering aspirants. NIT Calicut generally ranks higher nationally and has a stronger placement record, especially for core and product-based companies. However, CUSAT is a great option too, especially for branches like Marine Engineering and IT, and its location in Kochi gives students excellent industry exposure. If you get NIT Calicut, go for it, but CUSAT is by no means a bad choice and has produced some outstanding engineers over the years.

What are the best colleges in Kerala for Computer Science Engineering (CSE)?

Hi, There are about 250+ best CSE colleges in Kerala . Some of them are mentioned below along with their total tuition fees: College Name Total Tuition Fee NIT Calicut INR 1.4 lakh - 5 lakh Government Engineering College, Thrissur INR 26,460 - 34,600 Hope this information proves beneficial for you!

What are the top private BTech colleges in Kerala.

Here is the table below showing some of the top private Kerala BTech colleges including tuition fees - Private Colleges Total Tuition Fee SCMS School of Engineering and Technology BTech Course INR 1.6 lakh - INR 2 lakh Amrita School of Engineering BTech Courses INR 12 lakh- INR 24 lakh RSET BTech Courses INR 4 lakh Saintgits College of Engineering BTech Courses INR 4 lakh FISAT BTech Courses INR 5.6 lakh Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology BTech Courses INR 3.3 lakh Mar Athanasius College of Engineering BTech Course INR 24,700 - INR 34,600 Muthoot Institute of Technology and Science BTech Course INR 2 lakh Amal Jyothi College of Engineering BTech Course INR 4.2 lakh Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology BTech Course INR 3 lakh - INR 3.7 lakh TOMS College of Engineering and Polytechnic BTech Course INR 1.1 lakh - INR 2 lakh NOTE: Fee are sourced from college official site and change.

What are the private top BTech in Biomedical Engineering colleges in India?

The table below shows the private BTech in Biomedical Engineering colleges in India Private Colleges Total Tuition Fee/Seat Intake SRM Institute of Science and Technology Admission INR 10 lakh Seats: 5,355 Thapar University Admission INR 13 lakh Seats: 3,458 Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Admission INR 4 lakh Seats: 3,573 SASTRA Admission INR 5 lakh Seats: 2,745 SSN College of Engineering Admission INR 2 lakh Seats: 840 Note - The information is taken from the official site of the college. Know more about - Boimedical Engineering Courses

Which private BTech college in Kerala is worth paying the high fees for?

Amrita School of Engineering is the most premium private BTech college in Kerala. However, the college justifies its fees with strong placements, international collaborations, and a research-driven academic environment. Check the table below for some colleges. Top Colleges Tuition Fee Median Salary Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology Placements INR 3.3 lakh INR 3.5 LPA Mar Athanasius College of Engineering Placements INR 24,700 - INR 34,600 INR 4 lakh Muthoot Institute of Technology and Science Placements INR 2 lakh INR 3.8 LPA Amal Jyothi College of Engineering Placements INR 4.2 lakh INR 3 LPA TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology Placements INR 1.8 Lacs - INR 2 lakh INR 3 LPA

What is the difference between BTech CSE with a Specialisation vs. a General CSE degree?

A general BTech CSE degree focuses on all CSE subjects. But in a more broader way. Students choose a more specific path in their last semester through electives. Whereas, when a student chooses a particular specialization, their curriculum starts shaping up around 3rd semester. all major class requirements like end term projects are based on your specialization.

What is the difference between a "Core Branch" and a "Specialisation"?

Core branches are foundational B.Tech courses like Computer Science (CSE), Mechanical (ME), Electrical (EE), and Civil Engineering (CE). Specializations are more like sub genres of the core branches. One example being: Artificial Intelligence is a specialisation within Computer Science.

How is CSAB different from JoSAA?

CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) and JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) are both involved in the seat allocation process for engineering admissions in IITs, NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and other GFTIs. However, via JoSAA seat are allotted to all available seats in IITs, NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and other GFTIs. But via CSAB seat is allotted only at NITs, IIEST, IIITs, and other GFTIs against the vacant seats left after JoSAA counselling last round based on JEE Main scores.

Best BTech Colleges in Kerala: Fees, Admission 2026, Eligibility, Placements

Kerala has around 200+ engineering colleges – 120+ private and 50+ government, accepting KEAM, JEE Main/Advanced, and other institute-level exams. Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kozhikode are three cities home to top-ranking engineering colleges in India – IIT, NIT, and IIST. From NIT Calicut, one of India's top NITs, to affordable government colleges like CET and CUSAT, Kerala offers quality engineering education across all budget ranges. KEAM and JEE Main are the top accepting entrance exams in the top Engineering colleges in Kerala.

Table of Contents

Best Engineering Colleges in Kerala: Highlights 2026
Best BTech Colleges in Kerala with NIRF Ranking 2025
Eligibility Criteria to get Admission to Kerala BTech Colleges 2026
Entrances for Government and Private B.Tech Colleges in Kerala: 2026
Best Private BTech Colleges in Kerala
Best BTech Colleges in

Table of Contents

Best Engineering Colleges in Kerala: Highlights 2026
Best BTech Colleges in Kerala with NIRF Ranking 2025
Eligibility Criteria to get Admission to Kerala BTech Colleges 2026
Entrances for Government and Private B.Tech Colleges in Kerala: 2026
Best Private BTech Colleges in Kerala
Best BTech Colleges in Kerala for Government Institutes
ROI of the Top Private BTech Colleges in Kerala
Direct Admission in B.Tech Private Colleges in Kerala in 2026
Comparison of the Top Kerala Engineering Colleges 2026

Best Engineering Colleges in Kerala: Highlights 2026

Kerala has well-known engineering colleges under the state and central governments. Some are private and autonomous, but affiliated with government institutions like KTU. Placements range from INR 4 to 13 LPA, while fees start as low as INR 22,000. Check for more details below, based on Shiksha’s current listings.

Parameters	Statistics
Total Number of B.Tech Colleges in Kerala	200+ colleges
Top 5 Kerala Colleges for B.Tech (based on NIRF 1 to 300 ranks)	NIT Calicut, IIST, IIT Palakkad, College of Engineering Trivandrum, Government Engineering College Thrissur, etc.
Eligibility + Entrances for Kerala Engg. Colleges Admission	Class 12 PCM with 50 to 75% marks + KEAM/JEE Main/JEE Advanced/Institute-level like CUSAT
Fee range	~ INR 22,000 - INR 24 lakh
Placement Percentage in Top Engg. Colleges of Kerala	90% and above
Average Package Range	~ INR 4 to 16 LPA

Note: These numbers are compiled from the list of engineering colleges in Kerala listed on the Shiksha platform.

Best BTech Colleges in Kerala with NIRF Ranking 2025

As per NIRF ranking 2025, NIT Calicut ranked as the top Kerala Engineering college followed by top colleges like IIST Thiruvananthapuram and IIT Palakkad. These rankings have been done on various factors like research great faculty, placement opportunities, etc. Check the table below for the NIRF rankings of 2024 and 2025 of the top Engineering colleges in Kerala -

College Name	NIRF 2024	NIRF 2025
NIT Calicut Ranking	25	21
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Ranking	51	61
IIT Palakkad Ranking	64	64

Source: The above rankings have been taken from the official NIRF site and may/will vary in the future.

Eligibility Criteria to get Admission to Kerala BTech Colleges 2026

Listed below is the eligibility for admission to Kerala BTech colleges-

Candidates must complete their Class 12 with a minimum of 60% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.
Admission is also based on a merit basis and some colleges accept exams like KEAM, JEE Main, JEE Advanced, etc.

Entrances for Government and Private B.Tech Colleges in Kerala: 2026

Kerala engineering colleges usually require entrances such as KEAM for B.Tech admissions. This is the state-level exam for all the top engineering colleges in Kerala. Check the table below, including the top accepted entrance exams with their schedule and exam college predictor -

Exam	Exam Schedule	Exam College Predictor
KEAM Exam	KEAM Schedule	KEAM College Predictor
JEE Main	JEE Main Schedule	JEE Main College Predictor
JEE Advanced	JEE Advanced Schedule	JEE Advanced College Predictor

Best Private BTech Colleges in Kerala

Private BTech colleges in Kerala have total tuition fees from INR 24,700 to INR 24 lakh. So, it is one of the most affordable states for engineering studies. Whether you think you can go for a cheap like Mar Athanasius College of Engineering or a high class college like Amrita School of Engineering, Kerala has lots of options for you. Listed below are some of the best private colleges with their tuition fees -

Private Colleges	Total Tuition Fee
SCMS School of Engineering and Technology BTech Course	INR 1.6 lakh - INR 2 lakh
Amrita School of Engineering BTech Courses	INR 12 lakh- INR 24 lakh
RSET BTech Courses	INR 4 lakh
Saintgits College of Engineering BTech Courses	INR 4 lakh
FISAT BTech Courses	INR 5.6 lakh
Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology BTech Courses	INR 3.3 lakh
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering BTech Course	INR 24,700 - INR 34,600
Muthoot Institute of Technology and Science BTech Course	INR 2 lakh
Amal Jyothi College of Engineering BTech Course	INR 4.2 lakh
Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology BTech Course	INR 3 lakh - INR 3.7 lakh
TOMS College of Engineering and Polytechnic BTech Course	INR 1.1 lakh - INR 2 lakh

NOTE: Fee are sourced from college official site and change.

Best BTech Colleges in Kerala for Government Institutes

From IIT Palakkad and NIT Calicut to NSS College of Engineering, Kerala's public engineering colleges are the most rational choice for engineering aspirants. The total tuition fee for the Government BTech Colleges of Kerala is as low as INR 23,800, and provides excellent education to any engineering aspirant. To know more about the colleges, please see below table for some of the top government colleges with their tuition fees -

Public/Government Colleges	Total Tuition Fee
NIT Calicut BTech Course	INR 5 lakh
IIST BTech Course	INR 5 lakh
IIT Palakkad BTech Course	INR 8 lakh
College of Engineering, Trivandrum BTech Course	INR 27,800 - INR 1.9 lakh
NSS College of Engineering BTech Course	INR 23,800 - INR 34,600

Disclaimer: This info. is taken from the official website and may vary.

ROI of the Top Private BTech Colleges in Kerala

In terms of return on investment, some of Kerala's top private BTech colleges are also some of the most value for money. Tuition fees range from a minuscule INR 24,700 and the median salaries of the graduating students are between INR 3 LPA to INR 4 LPA, which means you can reclaim your investment in a very lesser period of time post graduation. Below is the table of top private Engineering colleges with fees and median salary.

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee	Median Salary
Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology Placements	INR 3.3 lakh	INR 3.5 LPA
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering Placements	INR 24,700 - INR 34,600	INR 4 lakh
Muthoot Institute of Technology and Science Placements	INR 2 lakh	INR 3.8 LPA
Amal Jyothi College of Engineering Placements	INR 4.2 lakh	INR 3 LPA
TIST - Toc H Institute of Science & Technology Placements	INR 1.8 lakh - INR 2 lakh	INR 3 LPA

Direct Admission in B.Tech Private Colleges in Kerala in 2026

Direct admission in B.Tech private colleges in Kerala is possible through the management quota that’s reserved for candidates as per DTE norms.

That means, these colleges also accept entrances includng KEAM or JEE Mains, but also have some seats that allow candidates to get into the college through Class 12 marks and other assessments unrelated to entrances. These are mostly self-financing colleges, and are generally affiliated under KTU, and granted by UGC.

Direct Admission B.Tech Engg College Kerala	Basic Eligibility Needed (if not KEAM)	Total Tuition Fees
Saintgits College of Engineering	Class 12 PCM with 45 % aggregate marks	INR 4 lakh
TKM College of Engineering	Class 12 PCM with 45 % aggregate marks	INR 31,800 - 34,600