Jaipur, often referred to as the "Pink City," is more than a heritage destination—it's also a rising hub for quality engineering education. The city hosts over 100 engineering colleges, including reputed institutions like MNIT Jaipur (NIT), BITS Pilani (Jaipur campus), and various private universities such as JECRC, Poornima, and Manipal University Jaipur. With its mix of government-supported and autonomous colleges, Jaipur offers students access to both advanced research facilities and excellent campus life. From civil to computer science, and now into modern branches like data science and AI, Jaipur’s engineering ecosystem is rapidly growing, supported by the startup-friendly atmosphere of Rajasthan and high employability through industry tie-ups.
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No. of Engineering Colleges | 100+ (Including NIT, Deemed, Govt., and Private) |
Popular Exams | JEE Main, REAP, RPET, Uni-GAUGE, CUET |
Top Specializations | CSE, AI/ML, Civil, ECE, Mech, IT, Robotics |
Avg. Fees (Private Colleges) | ₹70,000 – ₹2.5 Lakh per year |
Highest Package | ₹44 LPA (MNIT Jaipur) |
Top Colleges | MNIT Jaipur, JECRC University, Manipal University Jaipur, Poornima College of Engineering |
Top Recruiters | Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Cognizant, Accenture, TCS, Amazon |
College Name | Courses Offered | 1st Year Fees | Duration | Eligibility |
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MNIT Jaipur (NIT Jaipur) | CSE, ECE, Mech, Civil, EEE, Chem, Meta | ₹1,68,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + JEE Main + JoSAA |
JECRC University | CSE, AI, Robotics, Civil, ECE | ₹1,60,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + JEE/Direct Admission |
Manipal University Jaipur | CSE, AI, Mech, Mechatronics, IT | ₹2,60,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + MET / JEE |
Poornima College of Engineering | CSE, Civil, ECE, AI & DS | ₹90,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + REAP |
Arya College of Engineering | CSE, Civil, ECE, AI, Mech | ₹85,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + REAP |
Vivekananda Institute of Tech. | CSE, ECE, Mech, IT | ₹95,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + REAP |
Rajasthan Institute of Engineering | Mech, Civil, CSE, AI | ₹80,000 | 4 years | 10+2 + Direct Admission |
Admissions to Jaipur’s engineering colleges follow state-level and national-level counseling systems:
MNIT Jaipur: Admissions through JEE Main followed by JoSAA counseling.
State Private Colleges: Admissions are based on REAP (Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process), managed by RTU (Rajasthan Technical University).
Deemed & Private Universities: Some conduct their own entrance tests (like MET for Manipal) or offer direct admissions based on 10+2 merit.
Documents required:
JEE/GUJCET/REAP scorecard
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
Domicile (for REAP quota)
Migration & Transfer Certificate
Caste/Income certificate (for reservation/scholarships)
Jaipur-based engineering colleges offer a wide range of scholarships funded by the state, central government, and private institutions.
Rajasthan Govt. Merit Scholarships – For students with 75%+ in 12th and family income below ₹2.5 lakh.
SC/ST/OBC/EWS Scholarships – Available via the Rajasthan Samaj Kalyan Department.
JECRC & Poornima University Scholarships – Based on merit (up to 100% waiver), sports quota, or defense background.
AICTE Pragati & Saksham Scholarships – ₹50,000 per year for girls and differently-abled students.
Manipal University Merit Awards – Up to 50% fee waiver for students scoring high in MET or JEE.
Most colleges have dedicated scholarship cells to assist students in application and documentation.
Jaipur has developed a growing ecosystem of tech companies and startups, along with placement partnerships with national recruiters. Colleges have training and placement cells that offer internships, workshops, and pre-placement talks.
MNIT Jaipur:
Average CTC: ₹10–12 LPA
Highest Package: ₹44 LPA
Major recruiters: Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Adobe, Texas Instruments
JECRC University:
Average CTC: ₹4.5–6 LPA
Recruiters: Infosys, Capgemini, Cognizant, L&T, Deloitte
Poornima College & Arya College:
Average CTC: ₹3.2–4.5 LPA
Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Byju's, HCL, Ericsson
Some colleges also offer international placement assistance and internships with Jaipur’s emerging startups in IT, AI, and robotics.
Jaipur offers a blend of peaceful learning environments and vibrant student life. Engineering colleges here are known for:
Lush green, Wi-Fi enabled campuses
Annual tech fests like “TechZeal” (JECRC), “Pi Fest” (Poornima), and “Blitzschlag” (MNIT)
Innovation hubs & incubation centers for startups
Hostel and food courts within walking distance
Cultural & student clubs, coding bootcamps, and entrepreneurship cells
Nearby weekend escapes to Nahargarh, Amer Fort, and local heritage markets
Jaipur's balance of affordability, urban infrastructure, and cultural richness makes it an ideal destination for engineering studies.
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