Every year students and parents wait for the NIRF ranking list. This list tells us which colleges are the best in India. In 2025 also, the ranking is out. If you are planning for IIT JEE or any engineering exam, this list is very useful.
What is NIRF Ranking?
NIRF means National Institutional Ranking Framework. It is made by the Government of India.
This ranking shows which colleges are good and why. The colleges are judged on things like:
- How good is the teaching
- How much research and projects are done
- How many students get placements or higher studies
- How many girls, poor, and different background students are there
- What is the reputation of the college
Because of this, students and parents trust NIRF a lot.
Top 5 Engineering Colleges in 2025
Here are the best engineering colleges according to NIRF 2025:
IIT Madras (Rank 1)
- Number one again this year.
- Famous for research, innovation, and great teaching.
IIT Delhi (Rank 2)
- Very popular in India and also in the world.
- Located in the capital city, so students get good industry exposure.
IIT Bombay (Rank 3)
- In Mumbai, this IIT is well known for placements.
- Many students get very high salary offers, even from abroad.
IIT Kanpur (Rank 4)
- One of the oldest IITs.
- Very strong in computer science, mechanical, and electrical.
IIT Kharagpur (Rank 5)
- One of the biggest campuses in India.
- Very strong alumni network and innovation culture.
Colleges in Different States
Not only IITs, but many other universities are also in the list. Let’s see some states.
Uttar Pradesh
- IIT Kanpur (Rank 4)
- Banaras Hindu University (Rank 10)
- Aligarh Muslim University (Rank 19)
- IIT (BHU) Varanasi (Rank 31)
- Amity University, Shiv Nadar University, MMMUT Gorakhpur also in top 100
West Bengal
- IIT Kharagpur (Rank 5)
- Jadavpur University (Rank 18)
- Calcutta University (Rank 47)
Uttarakhand
- IIT Roorkee (Rank 6)
- UPES Dehradun (Rank 64)
- Graphic Era University (Rank 72)
Telangana
- IIT Hyderabad (Rank 12)
- University of Hyderabad (Rank 26)
- Osmania University (Rank 53)
- NIT Warangal (Rank 63)
Rajasthan
- BITS Pilani (Rank 16)
- IIT Jodhpur (Rank 66)
- MNIT Jaipur (Rank 77)
Odisha
- Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Rank 25)
- KIIT University (Rank 27)
- NIT Rourkela (Rank 34)
- IIT Bhubaneswar (Rank 80)
And many more from Kerala, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Puducherry.
Why Students Should Check NIRF Ranking
When you choose a college, you want to know:
- Will I get good placement?
- Are the teachers and facilities good?
- Is there research and growth chance?
- What is the reputation of the college?
The NIRF Ranking helps answer all these questions. That’s why it is important before admission.
IITs Still on Top
If you see carefully, the top 10 colleges are mostly IITs. This shows how strong these institutes are.
Students from IITs get jobs not only in India, but also abroad. Their alumni network is also very powerful.
Top 10 Engineering Colleges (Table)
| Rank | College Name | Location |
| Jan-00 | IIT Madras | Tamil Nadu |
| Jan-00 | IIT Delhi | New Delhi |
| Jan-00 | IIT Bombay | Maharashtra |
| Jan-00 | IIT Kanpur | Uttar Pradesh |
| 5-Jan-00 | IIT Kharagpur | West Bengal |
| 6 | IIT Roorkee | Uttarakhand |
| 7 | IIT Guwahati | Assam |
| 8 | IIT Hyderabad | Telangana |
| 9 | NIT Trichy | Tamil Nadu |
| 10 | Banaras Hindu Univ. | Uttar Pradesh |
Final Words
The NIRF Ranking 2025 again proves that IITs are leading in engineering. But private universities like BITS Pilani, VIT, Amity, KIIT, and Chandigarh University are also growing fast.
If you are preparing for IIT JEE or other exams, keep this ranking in mind. But also remember — what really matters is your hard work and skills. The college gives you a platform, but your effort makes the real difference.
So, study well, stay focused, and choose your college smartly.
Read More :Â NIRF Ranking 2025: Best Colleges and Universities in India
