Punjab, a thriving educational hub in North India, hosts several well-established engineering institutions. The state is home to a mix of government colleges, top-ranked deemed universities, and private institutions offering B.Tech programs across major disciplines like Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and emerging streams like AI & ML.

This guide provides detailed insights into the top engineering colleges in Punjab, focusing on fees, cutoff ranks, and placement records — helping students choose the right path for their technical careers.

🏫 1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar

Type: Central Government (IIT)
Location: Rupnagar
Admission: JEE Advanced
Courses: CSE, EE, ME, Civil, Chemical, AI & DS
Fees: ₹2,30,000 per year
Cutoff (2025 – CSE): AIR 1000–1800
Average Package: ₹22 LPA
Top Recruiters: Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Qualcomm

IIT Ropar is among the new-generation IITs and has gained significant recognition for its research output, global tie-ups, and placement quality.

🏫 2. Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jalandhar

Type: Central Government (NIT)
Location: Jalandhar
Admission: JEE Main + JoSAA
Courses: CSE, IT, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, ICE
Fees: ₹1,62,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 97–98 percentile (General category)
Average Package (CSE): ₹10 LPA
Top Recruiters: Infosys, Deloitte, Samsung, IBM, Capgemini

NIT Jalandhar is one of India’s top NITs offering industry-driven academic programs and consistently strong placements.

🏫 3. Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala

Type: Deemed University (Private)
Admission: JEE Main
Courses: CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, AI, Mechatronics
Fees: ₹4,25,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 93–95 percentile
Average Package: ₹7 LPA
Top Recruiters: Amazon, Cognizant, L&T, ZS Associates, Infosys

Thapar University is highly rated for its modern campus, innovation ecosystem, and global exposure for engineering students.

🏫 4. Punjab Engineering College (PEC), Chandigarh (Near Punjab Border)

Type: Government (Deemed University)
Location: Chandigarh
Admission: JEE Main + JoSAA
Fees: ₹1,56,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 96–98 percentile
Average Package: ₹12 LPA
Top Recruiters: Google, Amazon, HCL, Deloitte

Note: While not geographically in Punjab, PEC is widely chosen by students from the state due to its proximity and prestige.

🏫 5. Chandigarh University, Mohali

Type: Private University
Admission: CUCET / JEE Main / Direct
Courses: CSE, AI & ML, IT, Robotics, ECE, ME
Fees: ₹1,96,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 75–80 percentile or above 60% in 12th
Average Package: ₹5.5 LPA
Highest Package: ₹54.75 LPA (Microsoft)
Top Recruiters: Amazon, Flipkart, IBM, Tech Mahindra

Chandigarh University is one of the fastest-growing private universities in India with international placements and AI-focused programs.

🏫 6. Lovely Professional University (LPU), Phagwara

Type: Private University
Admission: LPUNEST / JEE Main / Direct
Courses: CSE, IT, Mechatronics, Civil, AI & DS
Fees: ₹1,80,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): LPUNEST Rank or 60% in PCM
Average Package: ₹5.2 LPA
Top Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Bosch, Infosys

LPU offers a vibrant campus with a strong focus on internships, entrepreneurship, and high-end technical training.

🏫 7. Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College (GNDEC), Ludhiana

Type: Government-Aided (Autonomous)
Affiliated to: I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU)
Admission: JEE Main / PTU Counseling
Fees: ₹1,20,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 80–85 percentile
Average Package: ₹4.5 LPA
Top Recruiters: HCL, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Zycus

GNDEC is one of Punjab’s oldest engineering colleges and is well-known for its discipline and value-based education.

🏫 8. I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU) & Affiliated Colleges

Type: State University
Admission: JEE Main + PTU Counseling
Fees: ₹90,000 – ₹1,10,000 per year
Popular Affiliated Colleges:
- DAV Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jalandhar
- Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib
- Rayat Bahra Institute of Engineering, Hoshiarpur

IKGPTU conducts centralized counseling for over 100 affiliated engineering colleges across Punjab.

🏫 9. DAV Institute of Engineering & Technology (DAVIET), Jalandhar

Type: Private (Affiliated to PTU)
Admission: JEE Main / PTU Counseling
Fees: ₹1,00,000 per year
Cutoff (CSE): 75–80 percentile
Average Package: ₹4 LPA

DAVIET is recognized for its performance in technical education and consistent academic results.

📊 Comparison Table – Top Engineering Colleges in Punjab

College	Type	Fees/Year	CSE Cutoff	Avg Package
IIT Ropar	Govt	₹2.3 L	AIR 1000–1800	₹22 LPA
NIT Jalandhar	Govt	₹1.62 L	97–98%ile	₹10 LPA
Thapar Univ	Deemed	₹4.25 L	93–95%ile	₹7 LPA
PEC Chandigarh	Govt	₹1.56 L	96–98%ile	₹12 LPA
Chandigarh Univ	Pvt	₹1.96 L	75–80%ile	₹5.5 LPA
LPU	Pvt	₹1.8 L	LPUNEST / 60%+	₹5.2 LPA
GNDEC	Govt-Aided	₹1.2 L	80–85%ile	₹4.5 LPA
DAVIET	Pvt	₹1.0 L	75–80%ile	₹4 LPA

💼 Placement Highlights

IIT Ropar and NIT Jalandhar lead with top-tier placements from global MNCs.
Thapar and PEC consistently secure packages between ₹10–17 LPA in CSE.
Chandigarh University and LPU offer international placements and startup incubator support.
Government-aided colleges like GNDEC and DAVIET provide value-for-money technical education with reliable placements.

📌 Conclusion

Punjab has established itself as a strong hub for engineering education with a rich blend of IITs, NITs, private universities, and government colleges. Whether you’re targeting premium packages from IIT/NIT or looking for value-driven education in private and state colleges, Punjab caters to every budget and academic ambition.

Make your college choice based on:

Entrance exam performance (JEE Main / Advanced)
Placement history
Infrastructure and specialization
Fee affordability

Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar
Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Sangrur
Thapar University, Patiala
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana
Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar
DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jalandhar
Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar
University College of Engineering, Punjabi University, Patiala
Swami Parmanand Engineering College, Mohali
Chandigarh Engineering College, Mohali
Giani Zail Singh Punjab Technical University Campus, Bathinda
Punjab Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Engineering & Technology
Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus, Gurdaspur
Beant College of Engineering and Technology, Gurdaspur
Chitkara University, Chandigarh
University Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology,( UICET) Panjab University
Guru Ram Dass Institute of Engineering and Technology, Bathinda
Rayat & Bahra Institute of Engineering and Biotechnology, Mohali
Ghubaya College of Engineering and Technology, Firozpur
College of Engineering and Management, Kapurthala
Indo Global College of Engineering, Mohali
Amritsar College of Engineering and Technology, Amritsar
Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC), Landran
Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh Sahib
CT Institute of Engineering, Management and Technology, Jalandhar
Satyam Institute of Engineering & Technology, Amritsar
Radiant Institute of Engineering & Technology, Abohar
RIMT Institute of Engineering & Technology, Govindgarh
Institute of Engineering and Technology, Bhaddal