Kashmir, rightly addressed as the Paradise on Earth, is also home to several engineering colleges. These colleges have been contributing to Kashmir’s growth across technology and infrastructure through the engineers they’ve been producing over the years. However, if you are a Kashmiri looking forward to pursuing engineering, this blog lists out five engineering colleges in Jammu and Kashmir. I hope this also provides you an overview of some of the famous engineering colleges in Kashmir, which will enable you make an informed choice.
5 Engineering Colleges in Jammu and Kashmir
The below list is random. It is not based on any research or findings that decide rankings based on a set of parameters. For updated information on courses, etc., we suggest you visit the respective college’s website.
1.National Institute of Technology, Srinagar
Established in 1960 and located in Srinagar, the National Institute of Technology is an autonomous institution. It is a government-aided engineering college established to provide quality technical education and a learning platform for engineering aspirants. The college offers various undergraduate engineering programs in multiple disciplines such as chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, engineering, etc. It also offers postgraduate, M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs as well.
2. Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
The Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu, was established in 1994. It is an AICTE-approved college affiliated with the University of Jammu. The college is located in Chak Bhalwal in Jammu. It offers equipped labs, a library with an extensive collection of books, ventilated classrooms, computer labs, etc. Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu, offers various undergraduate programs that lead to the B. Tech degree.
3. Islamic University of Science and Technology, Pulwama
The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) was established in 2005. The university is UGC-approved. The technical programs offered are approved by AICTE. IUST is located in Awantipora. It offers undergraduate courses in civil engineering, electrical engineering, food technology, electronics and communication engineering, computer science, and engineering. Additionally, the university’s postgraduate programs include Master of Computer Application, Master of Business Administration, and courses in Information Technology.
4. Model Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jammu
Located in Jammu, the Model Institute of Engineering and Technology was established in 1998. The college is affiliated with the University of Jammu and approved by AICTE. It is part of the 85-year-old MIER Group of Institutions. The Model Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jammu, is spread across a massive area of 25 acres, featuring libraries, administrative buildings, an auditorium, etc.
Model Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jammu, offers undergraduate courses in civil engineering, electrical engineering, computer science and engineering, and electronics and communication engineering. Its postgraduate program in engineering includes M. Tech in Computer Science. Besides these, the college offers Bachelor in Vocational Courses in Software Engineering and Diploma in Vocational Courses in Software Engineering.
5. Masterpro Institute of Technology, Srinagar
Srinagar’s Masterpro Institute of Technology was established in 1994. It is affiliated with the University of Kashmir. The institute offers lab facilities, computer centers, libraries, ventilated classrooms, etc. Masterpro provides diploma courses in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and E&C engineering.
We hope this list helps you widen your scope of selection of the top engineering colleges in Kashmir, and you choose the one best-suiting your academic needs.