Lucknow is home to more than 50 private engineering institutions, offering students a wide choice of AKTU-affiliated colleges and private universities. Here are 10 of the most established private engineering colleges in the city.
| Top 10 Private Engineering Colleges in Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU) | Private University |
| Amity University, Lucknow | Private University |
| Integral University | Private University |
| Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University (SRMU) | Private University |
| Ambalika Institute of Management and Technology (AIMT) | Private College |
| Goel Institute of Technology and Management (GITM) | Private College |
| BN College of Engineering and Technology (BNCET) | Private College |
| R.R. Group of Institutions (RRGI) | Private College |
| Maharishi University of Information Technology | Private University |
| Rameshwaram Institute of Technology & Management | Private College |
1 – Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU)
A private university offering B.Tech across core and emerging branches including CSE, AI & Data Science, and Cybersecurity, with an established placement track record.
| BBDU Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Courses | CSE, AI & Data Science, Cybersecurity, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical |
| Entrance | JEE Main / CUET / university-specific test |
| Website | bbdu.ac.in |
2 – Amity University, Lucknow
Part of the wider Amity group, this campus offers a broad portfolio of engineering specializations with a strong industry-exposure focus, and is regarded among the region’s leading private options.
| Amity University Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Courses | CSE, AI, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, and more |
| Website | amity.edu/lucknow |
3 – Integral University
A well-known private engineering university in Lucknow, offering engineering alongside a broad range of other professional programmes.
| Integral University | |
|---|---|
| Type | Private University |
| Website | iul.ac.in |
4 – Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University (SRMU)
Operating under the Shri Ramswaroop Memorial Charitable Trust since 1999, SRMU (and its associated Shri Ramswaroop Memorial College of Engineering and Management) offers B.Tech, MBA, MCA and more, with active technical and entrepreneurship clubs on campus.
| SRMU Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1999 |
| Courses | B.Tech, Biotechnology, CSE, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical |
| Fees | ~Rs. 81,660 – Rs. 1.57 Lakh per year (course-dependent) |
| Entrance | JEE Main, JEECUP, CUET UG |
| Website | srmu.ac.in |
5 – Ambalika Institute of Management and Technology (AIMT)
Established in 2008 in Mohanlalganj, Lucknow, AIMT is affiliated with AKTU and approved by AICTE, known for hands-on training and industry exposure.
| AIMT Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Established | 2008 |
| Affiliation | AKTU, BTE; approved by AICTE |
| Address | Ambalika building, Subhash Marg (Near Sudarshan Cinema), Charbagh, Lucknow |
| Website | aimt.edu.in |
6 – Goel Institute of Technology and Management (GITM)
Established in 2008, GITM is NBA accredited (CSE) and has been recognized in NIRF’s innovation category, with centres of excellence backed by industry partners.
| GITM Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Established | 2008 |
| Affiliation | AKTU; approved by AICTE and BTE |
| Fees (B.Tech, 1st year) | ~INR 78,589 |
| Entrance | JEE Main, CUET, JEECUP, followed by UPTAC counselling |
| Top Recruiters | Axis Bank, Tata Steel, Accenture, Walmart, Tech Mahindra |
| Website | gitm.goel.edu.in |
7 – BN College of Engineering and Technology (BNCET)
An AICTE-approved, AKTU/BTEUP-affiliated, ISO 9001-2008 certified engineering institute in Lucknow.
| BNCET | |
|---|---|
| Entrance Exam | UPSEE |
| Courses | Biotechnology, CSE, Civil, Mechanical, IT, ECE, Electrical |
| Fees | ~Rs. 84,000/year (excluding hostel) |
| Website | bncet.ac.in |
8 – R.R. Group of Institutions (RRGI)
RRGI is noted for its strong return on investment and comparatively low fees among Lucknow’s private engineering options.
| RRGI Lucknow | |
|---|---|
| Type | Private College |
| Website | rrimt.ac.in |
9 – Maharishi University of Information Technology
A private institution focused on IT and computer-science-oriented engineering programmes.
| Maharishi University of Information Technology | |
|---|---|
| Type | Private University |
| Website | muit.in |
10 – Rameshwaram Institute of Technology & Management
A private engineering college known for decent infrastructure and placement support, offering standard AKTU-affiliated B.Tech programmes.
| Rameshwaram Institute of Technology & Management | |
|---|---|
| Type | Private College |
| Affiliation | AKTU |
Note: Fee figures and placement packages are drawn from recent reporting and change year to year — always confirm current numbers on each college’s official website or admissions office before applying. The official NIRF Engineering Ranking 2026 is expected in July 2026 and had not been released at time of writing.