Authoritative ranked list of Delhi's top 10 engineering colleges for 2026, compared by NIRF rank, NAAC grade, annual fees, average placement packages, and entrance exam requirements.
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DTU (NIRF #49) is Delhi's top engineering college with fees ₹80K–₹1.8L/yr and ₹12 LPA avg placement. Top 5: NSUT (best CS/IT), IIIT Delhi (NIRF #101, ₹8.5 LPA), IMI Delhi (best private, ₹9.8 LPA), Amity University Delhi (best infrastructure). All require JEE Main (60–95 percentile depending on college).
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#49 (DTU Delhi)
Top NIRF Rank
Ranked by NIRF rank, NAAC grade, average placement package & fees. Data verified 2026.
| # | College | Details |
|---|---|---|
1 | Delhi Technological University (DTU) Government AutonomousNIRF #49Best Govt. | Lowest Fees | View |
2 | Delhi Institute of Computer Technology (NSUT) AutonomousBest for CS/IT | View |
3 | Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT Delhi) AutonomousNIRF #101NIRF #101 | View |
4 | Symbiosis Institute of Technology (IMI Delhi) Deemed UniversityBest Deemed | Top Recruiters | View |
5 | Amity University Delhi (Amity University Delhi) Deemed UniversityBest Infrastructure | View |
6 | IGDTUW Delhi AutonomousBest Women's College | View |
7 | GL Bajaj Delhi Merit College of Engineering PrivateBest Private Budget | View |
8 | NIET Noida PrivateAffordable & Reliable | View |
9 | Sharda University Engineering PrivateLarge Campus | View |
10 | Amity University Engineering (BVP) Deemed UniversityStrong Alumni Network | View |
Connaught Place, Delhi · Est. 1854
Annual Fees
₹80K–₹1.8L
Avg Placement
₹12 LPA
Highest Package
₹45 LPA
JEE Main Cutoff
95+ percentile
DTU Delhi is India's third-oldest engineering college and Delhi's undisputed top government engineering institution. With NIRF Rank 49 and NAAC A+ grade, it offers B.Tech, M.Tech and Ph.D. programs at the lowest fees among top colleges. Top recruiters include TCS Digital, Bajaj Auto, Mercedes-Benz, Siemens and L&T. The Computer Engineering branch requires 99.5+ percentile in JEE Main.
Rohini Sector 17, Delhi · Est. 1983
Annual Fees
₹1.4L–₹1.9L
Avg Placement
₹7.5 LPA
Highest Package
₹35 LPA
JEE Main Cutoff
92–95 percentile
NSUT specializes exclusively in Computer and IT engineering, making it Delhi's most sought-after CS college after DTU Delhi. It consistently delivers Delhi's highest placement rate for CS/IT with top recruiters including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank. The institute has produced numerous startup founders and top engineers at major global tech firms.
Dwarka Sector 3, Delhi · Est. 1983
Annual Fees
₹1.6L–₹2.2L
Avg Placement
₹8.5 LPA
Highest Package
₹40 LPA
JEE Main Cutoff
88–92 percentile
IIIT Delhi holds NIRF Rank 101 nationally and NAAC A+ accreditation. Renowned for strong industry linkages with Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, L&T and Bosch, IIIT Delhi excels in Mechanical, Electronics and Civil branches. It has a dedicated start-up incubation center, a strong global alumni network and excellent hostel facilities.
Knowledge Park Greater Noida, Delhi · Est. 2008
Annual Fees
₹3.6L–₹4.8L
Avg Placement
₹9.8 LPA
Highest Package
₹42 LPA
SET / JEE Cutoff
SET score 80+
IMI Delhi is part of the Symbiosis International University ecosystem and offers the best private/deemed engineering experience in Delhi. Despite higher fees, it commands the highest average placement package (₹9.8 LPA) among all private engineering colleges. Top recruiters include Qualcomm, Synopsys, Persistent Systems and Volkswagen.
North Delhi · Est. 1983
Annual Fees
₹2.0L–₹3.8L
Avg Placement
₹7.2 LPA
Highest Package
₹38 LPA
JEE Main Cutoff
75–85 percentile
Amity University Delhi offers excellent infrastructure on a sprawling campus with state-of-the-art labs and sports facilities. It is known for a strong interdisciplinary approach combining engineering with design, management and liberal arts. Recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini and several automotive companies.
Delhi Technological University (DTU) is the No. 1 engineering college in Delhi. It holds NIRF Rank 49 nationally, NAAC A+ grade, charges the lowest fees (₹80K–₹1.8L/year) among top colleges, and delivers ₹12 LPA average placement. It was established in 1854 and is a government autonomous institute affiliated to Savitribai Phule Delhi University.
DTU Delhi holds NIRF Rank 49 (best in Delhi), followed by IIIT Delhi at NIRF Rank 101. Other Delhi engineering colleges like NSUT, IMI Delhi, Amity University Delhi, and IGDTUW Delhi do not appear in the top-200 NIRF rankings but are accredited by NAAC A or A+. NIRF rankings are released annually by the Ministry of Education.
DTU Delhi requires 95+ percentile for Computer Engineering. NSUT requires 92–95 percentile. IIIT Delhi requires 88–92 percentile. Amity University Delhi accepts from 75–85 percentile. GL Bajaj NIET, NIET Noida, Sharda and BVP accept 60–80 percentile. SC/ST categories get 15–20 percentile relaxation under the government reservation policy.
DTU Delhi has the highest average package (₹12 LPA) with a highest package of ₹45 LPA. Among deemed/private colleges, IMI Delhi tops with ₹9.8 LPA average and ₹42 LPA highest. IIIT Delhi averages ₹8.5 LPA. NSUT excels for CS/IT specifically. For budget-friendly colleges with decent placements, BVP averages ₹5.6 LPA.
For placements, IMI Delhi (₹9.8 LPA avg) outperforms IIIT Delhi (₹8.5 LPA avg). IIIT Delhi has a NIRF Rank (101) while IMI Delhi does not appear in NIRF top-200. IIIT Delhi is cheaper (₹1.6L–₹2.2L/yr vs ₹3.6L–₹4.8L/yr). IIIT Delhi is better for Mechanical/Civil branches; IMI Delhi is better for CS/E&TC with international company exposure.
Fees range from ₹80K/year (DTU Delhi Government) to ₹4.8L/year (IMI Delhi Deemed). Government colleges: ₹80K–₹1.8L/year. Autonomous private: ₹1.4L–₹2.2L/year (NSUT, IIIT Delhi, Cummins). Deemed universities: ₹2L–₹4.8L/year (Amity University Delhi, IMI Delhi). Budget private colleges: ₹1.1L–₹1.7L/year (GL Bajaj, NIET Noida, Sharda). SC/ST students get fee waivers and EBC scholarship support.
Yes, DTU Delhi, IIIT Delhi, IMI Delhi and Amity University Delhi all accept JEE Main scores for direct admission outside JAC Delhi Rounds. DTU Delhi through JEE requires approximately 90+ percentile. IMI Delhi also accepts SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test) scores. Most other colleges primarily use JEE Main for admission through the CAP (Centralised Admission Process) conducted by the State CET Cell.
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