Top Government Engineering Colleges in India
Lily Sankhil
By Lily Sankhil
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April 11, 2025

Top Government Engineering Colleges in India 2025 | Eligibility & Fee

Individuals drawn towards science, technology, mathematics, and engineering subjects can obtain a degree from top government engineering colleges in India.

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Engineering study provides a platform for those with scientific and mathematical knowledge to simplify complex problems and contribute to innovative solutions. Students can apply for admission to various top engineering colleges in India, like IIT-Madras, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, IIEST Shibpur, Anna University, Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute, and more. Engineering courses include B.Tech and B.E at the UG level for 4 4-year duration and M.Tech and M.E at the PG level for 2 years, along with integrated programs (B.Tech+M.Tech) for 5 years. These colleges offer popular engineering specializations like computer science, civil, electrical, electronics & communication, and mechanical engineering. Popular entrance examinations for engineering courses include JEE MAINS, JEE Advanced, and state-level exams like COMEDK, WBJEE, VITEEE, BITSAT, and SRMJEEE.

Top Government Engineering Colleges in India 2025 

College 

State 

Indian institute of technology, madras 

Tamil nadu 

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar

Punjab 

College of Engineering Trivandrum

Kerela 

srm institute of science and technology

Tamil nadu 

IIEST Shibpur

West bengal 

Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute

Uttar pradesh 

College of Engineering, Guindy

Tamil nadu 

College of Engineering Trivandrum

Kerela 

Anna University 

Tamil nadu 

jadavpur university

West bengal 

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras 

IIT-Madras is a residential institute located in the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.  It is an autonomous, public institute of national importance, established in 1959. IIT-Madras secured the 2nd position in the NIRF 2024 ranking in the overall category. IIT-Madras offers 4 4-year B.Tech programs in aerospace engineering, civil engineering, computer science & engineering, and integrated B.Tech+M.Tech in various specializations. They also offer M.Tech for 2 years in various specializations. 

Students can expect the commencement of the classes in July 2025. Visit the IIT-Madras website to inquire about admissions, entrance exams, results, or fee payment. 

IIT-Madras Eligibility 

  • Admissions to B.Tech programs will be through JEE MAINS and JEE Advanced entrance examinations. 

  • Admissions to M.Tech programs will be based on the GATE entrance exams. Also, students must hold a B.Tech degree from a recognized university. 

IIT-Madras Fee 

  • Students can find the fee structure on the institute's website. The total amount of the desired course fee is different based on the category.  

Course Name 

Total Fee (*)

B.Tech 

110500

M.Tech 

35500

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology was founded in 1987. It was declared a deemed university in 2002, under the aegis of the Human Resource Development, New Delhi. It is an autonomous institution located in Jalandhar, Punjab. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology offers various specializations in B.Tech of 4 years and M.Tech courses of 2 years. Students applying to B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology need to read the Prospectus 2025-26. Students can also check out top engineering colleges.

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Eligibility 

  • Passed senior secondary (10+2) with 75% marks aggregate or equivalent CGPA. 

  • Students have to give the JEE MAINS and the joint seat allocation (JoSSA) entrance examination for B.Tech admissions.

  • Applicants who have passed bachelor's degree of 4 years with 60% or equivalent CGPA. 

  • Admission for the M.Tech program will be based on GATE valid scores.

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Fee

Course name 

Tuition fee*(per semester)

B.Tech 

20840/-

M.Tech

35000/-

admission/registration fee 

1000