AP EAMCET Cutoff
AP EAMCET Cutoff for JNTUK (Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh) CSE General tightened by approximately 44 percent, moving from a closing rank of 866 in 2024 to 485 in 2025. This trend highlights increasing competition for highly sought-after engineering programs. For 2026, the official cutoff ranks are anticipated post-result declaration, with expectations of continued high demand across popular branches.
Exam & Application Dates 2026
The table below outlines the key dates for AP EAMCET 2026, with some dates marked as tentative as the full schedule is still being finalized.
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | February (Tentative) |
| Application Start | February – March (Tentative) |
| Application Close | March – April (Tentative) |
| Application Correction Window | April (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | April 28 |
| Exam Date (Engineering) | May 12-15, 18 |
| Exam Date (Agriculture & Pharmacy) | May 19-20 |
| Result Announcement | After June 18 (Delayed) |
AP EAMCET Cutoff: Branch-wise / Course-wise Cutoff
The following table presents the latest available AP EAMCET cutoff ranks for various engineering branches at JNTUK, based on 2025 data. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
| Branch | Closing Rank (General) 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 485 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | 914 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 5660 |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 5672 |
| Civil Engineering (CE) | 2606 |
AP EAMCET Cutoff: Category-wise Cutoff
This table details the category-wise AP EAMCET cutoff ranks for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at JNTUK, reflecting 2025 trends. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
| Category | Closing Rank (CSE) 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited) |
|---|---|
| General (OC) | 485 |
| BC-A | 2400 |
| BC-B | 2700 |
| BC-D | 2682 |
| SC | 5800 |
| ST | 7200 |
| EWS | 2800 (Expected) |
AP EAMCET Cutoff: Round-wise Cutoff
The table below provides an overview of AP EAMCET cutoff ranks for JNTUK CSE across different counselling rounds in 2025. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
| Counselling Round | Closing Rank (JNTUK CSE) 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited) |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | 1656 |
| Final Round | 485 |
AP EAMCET Cutoff: Year-on-Year Trend
Observe the year-on-year trend for AP EAMCET closing ranks in JNTUK Computer Science and Engineering (General category).
| Branch | 2023 Closing Rank (General) | 2024 Closing Rank (General) | 2025 Closing Rank (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 1449 | 866 | 485 |
Counselling Dates 2026
The tentative schedule for AP EAMCET 2026 counselling is outlined below.
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Counselling Registration | Late June – Early July (Tentative) |
| Document Verification | Early July (Tentative) |
| Web Options / Choice Filling | Second week of July (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | Third week of July (Tentative) |
| Reporting / Self-Reporting | Late July – Early August (Tentative) |
| Classes Begin | August (Tentative) |
FAQs
Q: When will the AP EAMCET 2026 cutoff be released?
A: The AP EAMCET 2026 cutoff ranks will be released after the declaration of results, which are expected after June 18, 2026.
Q: What are the qualifying marks for AP EAMCET 2026?
A: General and OBC candidates need 40 marks (25% of 160) to qualify. There are no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for SC/ST candidates.
Q: What is considered a good rank in AP EAMCET for top colleges?
A: For admission to top government colleges like JNTUK in competitive branches such as CSE, a rank below 2,000 is generally considered very good.
Q: Can I download AP EAMCET previous year cutoff ranks?
A: Yes, previous year AP EAMCET cutoff ranks are typically available on the official APSCHE website or various educational portals for reference.
Q: What factors influence the AP EAMCET cutoff each year?
A: Key factors include the total number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, the total number of seats available, category-wise reservations, and previous year cutoff trends.
