Students planning to pursue BTech in Rajasthan have several excellent options. While IITs are usually the first choice, one Rajasthan-based institute has actually ranked higher than IIT Jodhpur in the NIRF Engineering Rankings 2025—making it a standout choice for engineering aspirants.

Rajasthan currently has 350+ engineering colleges, but only a handful consistently rank at the top for academics, placements, research, and infrastructure.

Top Engineering Colleges in Rajasthan (NIRF 2025 – Engineering)

According to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, these are the top engineering colleges in Rajasthan:

1. BITS Pilani

NIRF Engineering Rank 2025: 11 (India)

• Ranked higher than IIT Jodhpur

• Established roots dating back to the early 1900s; university status in 1964

• Known for strong academics, zero-attendance policy, and top-tier placements

• Admission through: BITSAT (not JEE)

👉 Why it stands out: BITS Pilani is the highest-ranked engineering college in Rajasthan, even outperforming some IITs at the national level.

2. IIT Jodhpur

NIRF Engineering Rank 2025: 27

• One of India’s premier IITs

• Offers 600+ BTech seats across disciplines

• Strong focus on research and interdisciplinary learning

• Admission through: JEE Main → JEE Advanced → JoSAA counselling

3. MNIT Jaipur

NIRF Engineering Rank 2025: 42

• Also known as Malaviya National Institute of Technology

• Offers 800+ seats in multiple engineering branches

• Strong alumni network and consistent placements

• Admission through: JEE Main + JoSAA counselling

4. LNMIIT Jaipur

NIRF Engineering Rank 2025: Among top institutes

• Established in 2002 by the LNM Foundation

• Known for computer science, electronics, and research-driven programs

• Smaller campus but strong industry focus

• Admission through:

  • BTech: JEE Main

  • MTech: GATE

Quick Comparison Table

Which College Should You Choose?

• Want top national ranking & private university flexibility? → BITS Pilani

• Dream of an IIT tag? → IIT Jodhpur

• Looking for NIT-level education at lower cost? → MNIT Jaipur

• Focused on CS/tech with smaller batches? → LNMIIT Jaipur