Jssate KCET Cutoff 2026: Branch-Wise Ranks, Counselling & Admission Trends
General-category closing ranks in the JSSATE KCET Cutoff for BE Computer Science and Engineering settled at 14,409 in Round 1 for 2025 admissions at JSS Academy of Technical Education (Bengaluru, Karnataka). The JSSATE KCET Cutoff is the closing rank for B.Tech admissions, reflecting the competitive landscape for various engineering disciplines. While the official 2026 cutoff data is currently awaited, the 2025 figures provide a clear indication of expected admission thresholds, with the 2026 cutoff to be updated post-release.
JSSATE KCET 2025: Branch-wise Closing Ranks
The following table details the branch-wise closing ranks for JSS Academy of Technical Education in the KCET 2025 examination, offering insights into the most sought-after engineering programs.
| Branch | KCET 2025 Round 1 (Closing Rank) | KCET 2025 Last Round (Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | 14409 | 13715 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | 17413 | 17302 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | 18021 | 16849 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | 21802 | 21859 |
| BE Robotics and Automation | 24476 | 22686 |
| BE Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering | 42663 | – |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 85620 | 99452 |
| BE Civil Engineering | 109106 | 108148 |
How KCET Cutoffs Differ Across Categories for JSSATE (2025)
JSS Academy of Technical Education’s KCET cutoffs for 2025 varied significantly across different reservation categories, as illustrated by the Round 1 closing ranks below.
| Branch | GM (General Merit) | 1G (Category 1 General) | 2AG (Category 2A General) | SCG (Scheduled Caste General) | STG (Scheduled Tribe General) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 14409 | 21036 | 19766 | 61250 | 69766 |
| Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | 17413 | 24642 | 22414 | 79037 | 81201 |
| Information Science and Engineering | 18021 | 25099 | 23165 | 87221 | 95099 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 21802 | 30021 | 30070 | 105091 | 126453 |
| Robotics and Automation | 24476 | 29619 | – | – | – |
| Mechanical Engineering | 85620 | 134648 | 109096 | – | – |
| Civil Engineering | 109106 | 126840 | 132578 | 170342 | 200877 |
KCET 2025 Round-wise Cutoff for JSSATE
The movement of closing ranks across different counselling rounds for JSS Academy of Technical Education in KCET 2025 is presented below, highlighting the progression of admissions.
| Branch | KCET 2025 Round 1 (Closing Rank) | KCET 2025 Round 2 (Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | 14409 | 13715 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | 17413 | 17302 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | 18021 | 16849 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | 21802 | 21859 |
| BE Robotics and Automation | 24476 | 22686 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 85620 | 99452 |
| BE Civil Engineering | 109106 | 108148 |
JSSATE KCET Cutoff Trends: 2023 to 2025
Analyzing the JSSATE KCET cutoff trends over the past three years reveals shifts in competition for key engineering branches.
| Branch | KCET 2025 (Closing Rank) | KCET 2024 (Closing Rank) | KCET 2023 (Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | 20198 | 17652 | 13680 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 21636 | 24642 | – |
| BE Information Science and Engineering | 26238 | 21012 | 16211 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering | 30202 | 27978 | 21802 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 139013 | 99452 | 85620 |
| BE Civil Engineering | 136728 | 108148 | 109106 |
KCET 2026 Counselling Schedule at a Glance
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has outlined the following key dates for the KCET 2026 counselling process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam Window Opened | April 22, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | April 26, 2026 |
| Document Verification | May 4, 2026 |
| Revised Answer Key Released | May 10, 2026 |
| Special Category List Published | May 29, 2026 |
| Draft Engineering Seat Matrix Published | June 2, 2026 |
| Option Entry | June 15, 2026 (Pending KEA schedule) |
| Mock and Round 1 Allotment | July 1, 2026 (Pending KEA schedule) |
FAQs
Q: What is considered a good rank in KCET for JSSATE admissions?
A: A rank below 20,000 for general category candidates is generally considered competitive for popular branches like Computer Science and Information Science at JSSATE, based on previous years’ trends. For other branches, a rank up to 50,000 might still secure a seat.
Q: Does JSSATE accept COMEDK UGET scores for B.Tech admissions?
A: Yes, JSS Academy of Technical Education accepts both KCET and COMEDK UGET scores for admission to its Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) programs.
Q: How much do KCET cutoffs typically change year-on-year for JSSATE?
A: KCET cutoffs for JSSATE can shift by 5-20% between academic cycles, influenced by factors such as the number of applicants, exam difficulty, and the total number of available seats.
Q: When will the KCET 2026 result be declared?
A: The KCET 2026 result is expected to be declared soon, tentatively by June 6, 2026, by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
Q: Are there separate cutoffs for different rounds of KCET counselling at JSSATE?
A: Yes, JSSATE releases separate cutoffs for each round of KCET counselling, with ranks typically varying as the counselling process progresses.
