Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering (FRCRCE) Mumbai has earned consistent recognition for its academic excellence, autonomy, and industry alignment since 1984. As a Christian minority institution affiliated to University of Mumbai, it holds NAAC 'A' grade and NBA accreditation, positioning it among Mumbai's top private engineering colleges.
Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering participates annually in NIRF under Engineering, Innovation, and SDG categories, reflecting strengths in teaching, research, placements, and perception. The Times of India (TOI) ranks it #43 (Engineering, 2025), improving from #44 (2023-2024), evaluated on faculty quality and employability. India Today placed it #118 (B.Tech, 2020), #6th in Mumbai.
Ranking Body
Category
2025 Rank
2024 Rank
2023 Rank
2020 Rank
Times (TOI)
B.E./B.Tech (India)
#43
#44
-
NIRF
Engineering (India)
Not ranked
#251 (out of 300), #8th Mumbai
India Today
B.Tech (India)
#118 (out of 254), #6th Mumbai
Accreditations
NAAC 'A' Grade (CGPA 2.99/4, first accredited 2021, valid till Feb 14, 2026), signifying high standards in teaching, infrastructure, and governance. NBA accredited for key programs (valid till June 30, 2025), ensuring global quality in UG engineering courses. AICTE approved; autonomous status since 2021 by UGC/University of Mumbai, enabling curriculum flexibility.
Recognitions and Awards
DTE Maharashtra awarded 'A' grade among engineering colleges for dedicated academics, infrastructure, research, alumni network, and placements. Own publication (journal/magazine) supports research; active in NIRF data submission for 2026. Recognized for innovation (participates in NIRF Innovation) and SDG efforts. No ABET yet, but strong perception as Mumbai's finest minority college.
Top 5-14 in Mumbai across bodies: #4th (TOI 2024-25), #8th (NIRF 2020), #6th (India Today 2020). Competes with Thadomal Shahani (#42 TOI), Mukesh Patel (#43 TOI), VESIT, SPIT. Faculty/student reviews highlight employability (avg. 6.5 LPA placements), boosting perception scores.
Rankings improved marginally (TOI #44 to #43), driven by autonomous curriculum, NBA/NAAC renewals, and placements (highest 22 LPA 2025). NIRF participation emphasizes research/professional practice; no international rankings (QS/THE) but regional prestige aids admissions (high MHT CET cutoffs). Future: NIRF 2026 submission ongoing; NAAC peer visit scheduled. These accolades attract top talent, supporting minority quotas and scholarships.
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