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India Today
16 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
India Today College Rankings 2025: 10 government engineering colleges with lowest fees
The India Today Best Colleges Survey 2025 is here, and if you're a budding engineer keeping one eye on quality education and the other on cost, this one's for engineering colleges have always been a great value, but which ones offer the best education at the lowest fee?Based on this year's data, we've compiled the top 10 government engineering colleges in India where you can pursue a BTech degree without breaking the bank:advertisementRANK 1. ZAKIR HUSAIN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, ALIGARH – RS 33,870 This college under Aligarh Muslim University is easily one of the most affordable in the country. With a focus on research and solid faculty support, it's a dream destination for many engineering hopefuls looking for value and 2. COEP TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, PUNE – RS 1,80,750One of India's oldest engineering colleges, COEP has a reputation for academic rigour and top-tier placements. Though not as cheap as AMU, it's still a smart and cost-effective 3. GOVT. MODEL ENGINEERING COLLEGE, KOCHI – RS 2,15,000A prominent name in Kerala, MEC Kochi is known for its industry-ready curriculum and strong tech culture. It's a government college, so the quality of education far outweighs the moderate 4. RAJKIYA ENGINEERING COLLEGE, KANNAUJ – RS 2,22,000Relatively new, this government college in Uttar Pradesh has gained attention for its low fee structure and improving infrastructure. A decent option for students in the northern 5. MAHATMA JYOTIBA PHULE ROHILKHAND UNIVERSITY, BAREILLY – RS 3,00,600This university's engineering faculty offers several BTech disciplines and has been working on revamping its curriculum and facilities. The fee remains comfortably low for most families. RANK 6. DELHI TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY (DTU), NEW DELHI – RS 4,50,000Formerly known as DCE, DTU is a top destination for high NEET scorers who want the Delhi advantage. While the fee is higher than others on this list, the return on investment is 7. MADAN MOHAN MALAVIYA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, GORAKHPUR – RS 5,26,000An autonomous technical university, MMMUT offers good lab infrastructure and a rising placement trend. The fee is higher, but still far less than many private 8. HARCOURT BUTLER TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, KANPUR – RS 5,40,000With a long-standing legacy in Uttar Pradesh, HBTU focuses on applied engineering education. Strong links with industries make this one a balanced pick in terms of both price and 9. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NIT), PUDUCHERRY – RS 5,44,550This NIT is relatively young but comes with the prestige of the NIT tag. For those looking for solid technical education in South India, it's an option worth 10. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NIT), SRINAGAR – RS 5,84,000advertisementSet amidst the hills of Kashmir, NIT Srinagar is known for its academic atmosphere and research opportunities. Though on the higher side fee-wise, it still stays under 6 lakh for the entire THE INDIA TODAY BEST COLLEGES SURVEY 2025This year's edition saw 1,865 colleges from across the country participate in India Today's 29th annual rankings, developed in partnership with Marketing & Development Research Associates (MDRA).With more than 58,000 colleges in India, the survey offers crucial insights for students and families making tough decisions about higher education. Rankings span 14 different streams, with additional subject-wise rankings introduced survey uses only current-year data submitted by the colleges and features parameter-wise scores that help you understand everything from infrastructure to teaching quality and placements. It's a guide you can trust -- especially when fees are a big out the full rankings for the India Today Group's Best Colleges Survey 2025 here.- Ends


India Today
3 days ago
- Health
- India Today
India Today College Rankings 2025: 10 government medical colleges with lowest fees
The India Today Best Colleges Survey 2025 is out, and we have here a treasure trove for students dreaming of an MBBS degree without the crushing financial burden. If you're on the hunt for quality education in government medical colleges that won't burn a hole in your wallet, this list is your a look at the top 10 government medical colleges with the lowest total course fees across India, based on this year's India Today College Rankings:advertisementRank 1. ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE (AFMC), PUNE – Rs 0Yes, you read that right. AFMC doesn't charge students tuition fees at all. Instead, students receive a stipend, and in return, they serve in the Armed Forces after graduation. Known for its discipline, academic excellence and rigorous selection, AFMC is one of the most sought-after institutions in 2. AIIMS JODHPUR – Rs 3,366This AIIMS is fast becoming a preferred destination for medical aspirants in Rajasthan and beyond. It has earned a reputation for its state-of-the-art infrastructure and consistently high academic 3. AIIMS DELHI – Rs 3,728The most iconic name in India's medical education landscape, AIIMS Delhi combines world-class research with excellent clinical exposure, all at a staggeringly low fee. Entry is tough, but totally worth 4. AIIMS RAIPUR – Rs 4,256Another rising star from the AIIMS family, this institute in Chhattisgarh has been focusing on holistic development, digital learning, and modern 5. AIIMS BHUBANESWAR – Rs 5,856advertisementCentrally located and equipped with an expanding patient base for clinical learning, AIIMS Bhubaneswar is ideal for students in the eastern belt of India. Rank 5. AIIMS BHOPAL – Rs 5,856With lush greenery around and a sharp academic focus inside, AIIMS Bhopal is one of the top institutes that balances education and experience at a great 5. AIIMS PATNA – Rs 5,856Catering to students in Bihar and nearby states, AIIMS Patna offers solid infrastructure and practical training while keeping costs incredibly 8. AIIMS RISHIKESH – Rs 8,950Located near the foothills of the Himalayas, AIIMS Rishikesh is a blend of peaceful surroundings and advanced medical 9. MAULANA AZAD MEDICAL COLLEGE (MAMC), DELHI – Rs 11,660Affiliated with Delhi University, MAMC is known for its rich history, high patient inflow, and competitive edge. It's often the first choice for NEET toppers who don't get 10. JIPMER, PUDUCHERRY – Rs 36,140Though slightly higher in fees than others on this list, JIPMER is still extremely affordable compared to private medical colleges. It's known for a strong academic culture and campus THE INDIA TODAY BEST COLLEGES SURVEY 2025advertisementThis year, 1,865 colleges from across India participated in the India Today Group's 29th annual ranking, conducted in collaboration with Marketing & Development Research Associates (MDRA) since over 58,000 colleges in the country, the survey is designed to simplify decision-making for students and parents. Colleges were ranked across 14 major streams, and since 2023, subject-wise rankings have also been introduced based on objective data submitted by the deeper transparency, parameter-wise scores have been included to help you dig into what each college excels at—be it academic excellence, infrastructure, or placement out the full rankings for the India Today Group's Best Colleges Survey 2025 here.- Ends