Best Engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram

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#1
β‚Ή600 approx BTech across 9 specialisations incl. CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical (908 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU/Kerala University affiliated, est. 1939, 4 years) fees

College of Engineering, Trivandrum (CET)

Public/Govt (Govt. of Kerala, Dept. of Technical Education)

Sreekaryam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695016

Nearby:

  • Sreekaryam
  • Kerala University Campus Area
  • Thiruvananthapuram City

KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical) β†’ Centralised State Counselling

520 reviews

BTech across 9 specialisations incl. CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical (908 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU/Kerala University affiliated, est. 1939, 4 years) β€” Open
Placement rate 98%
Avg package 99%
Course rating 99%
BTech across 9 specialisations incl. CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical (908 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU/Kerala University affiliated, est. 1939, 4 years)

College of Engineering, Trivandrum (CET), established in 1939, is Kerala's oldest and most prestigious government engineering college, offering engineering, architecture and management programmes, affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University.

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#2
β‚Ή5.53 lakh approx BTech in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, Physical Sciences / Dual Degree BTech+MTech/MS (396 UG seats across 3 courses, Institute of National Importance, Dept. of Space - Govt. of India, Deemed University, est. 2007, 4 - 5 years) fees

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST)

Public/Govt (Institute of National Importance, Dept. of Space, Govt. of India, Deemed University)

Valiamala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Valiamala
  • Valiamala Road
  • ~35 km from Thiruvananthapuram city centre

JEE Advanced only (no separate entrance test) β†’ IIST Counselling; min. 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD)

410 reviews

BTech in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, Physical Sciences / Dual Degree BTech+MTech/MS (396 UG seats across 3 courses, Institute of National Importance, Dept. of Space - Govt. of India, Deemed University, est. 2007, 4 - 5 years) β€” Open
Placement rate 98%
Avg package 99%
Course rating 99%
BTech in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, Physical Sciences / Dual Degree BTech+MTech/MS (396 UG seats across 3 courses, Institute of National Importance, Dept. of Space - Govt. of India, Deemed University, est. 2007, 4 - 5 years)

IIST Thiruvananthapuram, established in 2007 under ISRO, is a top - ranked deemed university (NIRF #64 Engineering 2025), with total B.Tech fees ranging Rs 40,000 - 2.5 lakh and strong placements across IT, finance and automotive sectors.

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#3

Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Poojappura
  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city centre
  • N/A

KEAM

B.Tech (multiple branches) β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech (multiple branches)

LBS Institute of Technology for Women is Kerala's only government - aided engineering college exclusively for women, known for quality academics and a secure campus environment.

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#4
β‚Ή98,000 approx B.Tech (multiple branches) fees

Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Nalanchira
  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city centre
  • N/A

KEAM / JEE Main

B.Tech (multiple branches) β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech (multiple branches)

Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology, established in 2002, is widely regarded as the best private autonomous engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram, with total B.Tech fees around Rs 98,000, NBA accredited.

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#5

Kazhakkuttom, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Kazhakkuttom
  • Near Technopark
  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city centre

KEAM / JEE Main

B.Tech (multiple branches) β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech (multiple branches)

Marian Engineering College is consistently ranked among the top private engineering colleges in Kerala for its academics and co - curricular activities.

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#6

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city centre
  • N/A
  • N/A

KEAM

B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA

MG College of Engineering, established in 2004, is affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, offering B.Tech, M.Tech and MBA programmes.

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#7

Attingal, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Attingal
  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city (some distance)
  • N/A

KEAM

B.Tech (multiple branches) β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech (multiple branches)

Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology, established in 2009, offers 12 courses across engineering and other specialised fields.

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#8
β‚Ή3.39 lakh approx BTech across 5 - 7 specialisations incl. CSE, CSE (AI & ML), ECE, Mechanical, Biotechnology & Biochemical Engineering (420 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU affiliated, est. 1995, 4 years) fees

Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering (SCTCE)

Public/Govt (Govt. of Kerala, TEQIP - funded institute)

Pappanamcode, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Pappanamcode
  • Thiruvananthapuram City
  • Kerala

KEAM β†’ Centralised State Counselling; min. 60% in PCM (10+2)

280 reviews

BTech across 5 - 7 specialisations incl. CSE, CSE (AI & ML), ECE, Mechanical, Biotechnology & Biochemical Engineering (420 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU affiliated, est. 1995, 4 years) β€” Open
Placement rate 98%
Avg package 99%
Course rating 99%
BTech across 5 - 7 specialisations incl. CSE, CSE (AI & ML), ECE, Mechanical, Biotechnology & Biochemical Engineering (420 UG seats, Govt. of Kerala, KTU affiliated, est. 1995, 4 years)

Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering, an AICTE - recognised government institute, offers a diverse range of engineering branches in both regular and distance modes.

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#9

Peyad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Nearby:

  • Near Peyad
  • Near Thiruvananthapuram city centre
  • N/A

KEAM

B.Tech (multiple branches) β€” Open
Placement rate 91%
Avg package 93%
Course rating 95%
B.Tech (multiple branches)

Trinity College of Engineering and Technology, established in 2011, offers a 4 - year B.Tech across multiple branches.

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Choosing the best engineering college in Thiruvananthapuram requires comparing academic reputation, experienced faculty, infrastructure, engineering specialisations, placements, fees, and industry exposure. Students can explore programmes in Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, and other engineering disciplines. Before admission, check accreditation, eligibility criteria, entrance requirements, laboratory facilities, internship opportunities, placement records,…