Jharkhand has emerged as a significant educational hub with several prestigious institutions offering quality education across various disciplines. Here are the top 10 colleges in Jharkhand based on academic excellence, infrastructure, placement records, and overall reputation.

1

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dhanbad

Engineering & Technology

Formerly known as Indian School of Mines, IIT Dhanbad is one of the premier engineering institutes in India, known for its excellence in mining, petroleum, and other engineering disciplines.

NIRF Ranking: 12 (Engineering) Average Package: ₹15+ LPA Established: 1926
2

National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jamshedpur

Engineering & Technology

A premier technical institute offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering and technology with excellent placement records.

NIRF Ranking: 35 (Engineering) Average Package: ₹10+ LPA Established: 1960
3

Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra

Engineering & Technology

A prestigious private deemed university known for its comprehensive engineering programs and strong industry connections.

NIRF Ranking: 45 (Engineering) Average Package: ₹8+ LPA Established: 1955
4

Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)

Medical Sciences

The premier medical college and hospital in Jharkhand, providing quality medical education and healthcare services.

NIRF Ranking: 25 (Medical) MBBS Seats: 150 Established: 1960
5

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi

Management

One of the newer IIMs, known for its innovative curriculum and strong placement records in management education.

NIRF Ranking: 18 (Management) Average Package: ₹16+ LPA Established: 2010
6

Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS)

Management & Social Work

Renowned institute for management and social work programs with a strong focus on social responsibility and ethics.

NAAC Grade: A Average Package: ₹6+ LPA Established: 1955
7

Ranchi University

Multi-disciplinary

The oldest and largest university in Jharkhand, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

NAAC Grade: B+ Students: 100,000+ Established: 1960
8

Central University of Jharkhand

Multi-disciplinary

A central university offering diverse academic programs with modern infrastructure and research facilities.

NAAC Grade: A Research Focus: High Established: 2009
9

Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College

Medical Sciences

A well-established medical college in Jamshedpur, known for its quality medical education and clinical training.

MCI Approved MBBS Seats: 100 Established: 1961
10

Sido Kanhu Murmu University

Multi-disciplinary

A state university focusing on tribal studies and regional development with various undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

NAAC Grade: B Tribal Focus: Yes Established: 1992

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