Top Private Engineering Colleges in India for CSE

India’s growing tech ecosystem has fueled the demand for quality education in Computer Science Engineering (CSE). For students aiming to build a future in software development, AI, data science, or cybersecurity, choosing the right institution is critical. 

This list highlights the top private engineering colleges in India for CSE, based on the NIRF 2024 rankings, academic standards, and industry reputation.

1. Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore

NIRF Ranking: 11

2. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

NIRF Ranking: 15

3. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala

NIRF Ranking: 20

4. Amity University, Noida

NIRF Ranking: 25

5. SOA, Bhubaneswar

NIRF Ranking: 30

6. SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur

NIRF Ranking: 40

7. Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar

  1.  NIRF Ranking: 42

8. Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida

NIRF Ranking: 48

9. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

NIRF Ranking: 50

10. Chandigarh University, Mohali

 NIRF Ranking: 52

11. KL University (Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation), Guntur

NIRF Ranking: 58

12. Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal

NIRF Ranking: 62

13. Lovely Professional University (LPU), Phagwara

NIRF Ranking: 66

14. Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar (SSN) College of Engineering, Chennai

NIRF Ranking: 70

15. PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore

NIRF Ranking: 75

These institutes are known for their strong CSE curriculum, faculty expertise, and consistent placement records, making them reliable choices for aspiring tech professionals.