Best Colleges in Karnataka 2026

Explore 89 top colleges in Karnataka with detailed information on fees, placements, NIRF rankings, courses, and admission processes.

Total Colleges

Streams Available

2.2-35.7

Avg Package (LPA)

Engineering, Medical, Multidisciplinary

Top Streams

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Engineering(26)Medical(23)Multidisciplinary(15)MBA(6)Science(4)Pharmacy(4)Law(3)Arts(3)Design(2)Commerce(2)Agriculture

Top Colleges in Karnataka

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IIS

#1 NIRF

Indian Institute of Science Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

ScienceGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹22.0K

Avg Package

₹22 LPA

Placement

92%

Highest

₹80 LPA

Est. 1909Apply Now

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NLS

#1 NIRF

National Law School of India University, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

LawGovernmentNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹16 LPA

Placement

95%

Highest

₹50 LPA

Est. 1987Apply Now

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IIM

#2 NIRF

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

MBAGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹12.50 L

Avg Package

₹35.7 LPA

Placement

100%

Highest

₹80 LPA

Est. 1973Apply Now

Popular Streams in Karnataka

Top College Cities in Karnataka

Bangalore(38)Mangalore(7)Udupi(4)Belagavi(4)Bengaluru(4)

Colleges by Type in Karnataka

Government

Private

Deemed

Frequently Asked Questions about Colleges in Karnataka

How many colleges are there in Karnataka?

SeekCampus lists 89 colleges in Karnataka across 11 streams including Engineering, Medical, Multidisciplinary and more. These include 44 Government, 11 Deemed, 34 Private colleges.

What are the top streams in Karnataka?

The most popular streams in Karnataka are Engineering (26 colleges), Medical (23 colleges), Multidisciplinary (15 colleges), MBA (6 colleges), Science (4 colleges). Each stream offers diverse course options and career paths.

What is the average placement package in Karnataka colleges?

Average placement packages in Karnataka colleges range from ₹2.2 LPA to ₹35.7 LPA, depending on the college, stream, and course. Top-ranked institutions typically offer significantly higher packages.

Which are the best engineering colleges in Karnataka?

Karnataka has 26 engineering colleges listed on SeekCampus. You can filter and compare them by NIRF ranking, placement rate, fees, and other parameters to find the best fit for you.

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NIM

#4 NIRF

National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

MedicalGovernmentNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹10.0K

Avg Package

₹15 LPA

Placement

95%

Est. 1960View Details →

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#4 NIRF

NIMHANS Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

MedicalGovernmentNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹1.00 L

Avg Package

₹15 LPA

Placement

95%

Highest

₹18 LPA

Est. 1960View Details →

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JCP

#4 NIRF

JSS College of Pharmacy Mysuru

Mysuru, Karnataka

PharmacyDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹1.38 L

Avg Package

₹5.5 LPA

Placement

82%

Highest

₹12 LPA

Est. 1980Apply Now

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MAH

#5 NIRF

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Udupi, Karnataka

EngineeringDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹2.25 L

Avg Package

₹10.5 LPA

Placement

90%

Highest

₹54.75 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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#6 NIRF

UAS Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

AgricultureGovernmentNAAC A+

Fees/Year

₹25.0K

Avg Package

₹4.5 LPA

Placement

65%

Highest

₹10 LPA

Est. 1964Apply Now

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MCP

#8 NIRF

Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Manipal, Karnataka

PharmacyPrivateNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹1.20 L

Avg Package

₹5.5 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹12 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

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KMC

#9 NIRF

Kasturba Medical College Manipal

Manipal, Karnataka

MedicalDeemedNAAC A++

Fees/Year

₹6.00 L

Avg Package

₹8.5 LPA

Placement

95%

Highest

₹30 LPA

Est. 1953Apply Now

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#9 NIRF

NIFT Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

DesignGovernmentNAAC Not Applicable

Fees/Year

₹3.20 L

Avg Package

₹7 LPA

Placement

85%

Highest

₹20 LPA

Est. 1986View Details →

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NIT

#12 NIRF

National Institute of Technology Surathkal

Mangalore, Karnataka

EngineeringGovernmentNAAC N/A

Fees/Year

₹18.0K

Avg Package

₹18 LPA

Placement

90%

Highest

₹60 LPA

Est. 1960Apply Now

Avg: ₹4.75 LPA4 NIRF ranked

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