According to the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2024 rankings , KL University Guntur has secured the top position among engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh, with a national rank of 35. Following closely is IIT Tirupati , holding a national rank of 61. Andhra University College of Engineering in Visakhapatnam also features prominently in the top 100, securing the 90th rank. Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research is another highly regarded institution, ranking 91st nationally.

Other notable universities and institutes in Andhra Pradesh for B.Tech programs include:

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada (JNTUK): A well-established state university with numerous affiliated colleges, JNTUK itself and its constituent colleges offer a wide range of engineering disciplines.
  
  
• National Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh (NIT Andhra Pradesh): As an NIT, it holds the status of an Institute of National Importance. While a relatively newer NIT, it has been showing promising growth in terms of academics and placements. In the NIRF 2024 rankings, NIT Andhra Pradesh was placed in the 251-300 band.
  
  
• Indian Institute of Information Technology, Sri City (IIIT Sri City): This institute focuses on information technology and related fields and has been achieving good placement records. In the engineering category, Collegedunia ranked IIIT Sri City at 91 in 2025.
  
  
• Sri Venkateswara University College of Engineering, Tirupati: A constituent college of a long-standing state university, it has a good reputation in traditional engineering branches.
  
  
• GMR Institute of Technology, Rajam: A private engineering college that has consistently performed well academically and in placements.
  
  
• Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College (VRSEC), Vijayawada: Another well-reputed private engineering college in the state.

When making your decision, it's advisable to consider factors beyond just rankings. Look into the specific B.Tech programs offered, the faculty, the infrastructure available, the placement records for your chosen branch, and the overall learning environment. Visiting the campuses if possible and speaking to current students and alumni can also provide valuable insights. Each of these universities has its strengths, and the "best" choice will ultimately depend on your individual needs and preferences.