Top Colleges in Karnataka
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Top Colleges in Karnataka — Complete Guide 2026
Karnataka is home to hundreds of top colleges offering courses across Engineering, Management, Medical, Science, Commerce, and Arts. Find the right college in Karnataka by using our stream and district filters below.
Key factors to consider while choosing a college: NAAC / NBA accreditation, university affiliation, faculty credentials, placement statistics, hostel & campus facilities, fee structure, and location. Our counsellors at Think For Education provide free personalised guidance to help you make the right choice. Call us on +91 90354 34392.
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District-wise Colleges in Karnataka
| District | Total | Private | Govt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges in Bangalore | 322 | 322 | 0 |
| Colleges in Bengaluru Urban | 280 | 254 | 23 |
| Colleges in Mysore | 51 | 40 | 9 |
| Colleges in Mangalore | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| Colleges in Belagavi | 48 | 46 | 2 |
| Colleges in Kalaburagi | 48 | 45 | 3 |
| Colleges in Dakshina Kannada | 35 | 34 | 1 |
| Colleges in Vijayapura | 34 | 33 | 1 |
| Colleges in Bidar | 29 | 27 | 2 |
| Colleges in Davangere | 26 | 24 | 2 |
| Colleges in Bagalkote | 25 | 23 | 2 |
| Colleges in Dharwad | 25 | 24 | 1 |
| Colleges in Mandya | 24 | 23 | 1 |
| Colleges in Kolar | 21 | 19 | 2 |
| Colleges in Tumakuru | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| Colleges in Tumkur | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| Colleges in Chikballapur | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Colleges in Raichur | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| District | Total | Private | Govt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges in Udupi | 12 | 11 | 1 |
| Colleges in Chikkamagaluru | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Colleges in Chitradurga | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Colleges in Ramanagara | 10 | 9 | 0 |
| Colleges in Yadgir | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Colleges in Bengaluru Rural | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Colleges in Gadag | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Colleges in Hassan | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Colleges in Shivamogga | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Colleges in Kodagu | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Colleges in Koppal | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Colleges in Uttara Kannada | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Colleges in Haveri | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Colleges in Ballari | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Colleges in Chamarajanagar | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Colleges in Shimoga | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Colleges in Sullia | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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Commonly asked questions
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Visit the Central Food Technological Research Institute Mysore admission section for eligibility, required documents and application steps. Our counsellors can assist with form filling and follow-up — free of charge.
Commonly required: mark sheets, transfer / migration certificate, ID proof, photos, entrance score card (if applicable) and category certificates. Exact lists differ by university — check the college admission checklist.
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Visit the Division of Biological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore admission section for eligibility, required documents and application steps. Our counsellors can assist with form filling and follow-up — free of charge.
Seat intake varies by institution and course. This page lists 1277 matching colleges — check individual college course pages for sanctioned intake and reservation breakdown.
Rankings reflect reputation, outcomes and research but should be combined with fees, location, placements and course fit. Use rankings as one factor, not the only deciding criterion.
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Yes, Division of Mechanical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore is a Government institution in Karnataka. Ownership type often influences fees, seat matrix and admission route.
There are currently 1277 colleges listed in Karnataka on Think For Education.
Many colleges offer merit scholarships, category-based concessions and government schemes. Ask during counselling about available scholarships, eligibility and required documents for the current academic year.
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There are currently 1277 colleges listed in Karnataka on Think For Education.
There are 1160 private colleges in Karnataka.
There are 110 government colleges in Karnataka.
There are 7 deemed institutions in Karnataka.
Use the district filter on this page to narrow colleges in Karnataka by city/district and compare options near you.
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