KCET 2nd Extended Round Cutoff 2024 General: Key Ranks, Counselling Trends & Admission Insights
The KCET 2nd Extended Round Cutoff 2024 General is a critical benchmark for engineering admissions in Karnataka, with closing ranks for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in the 2nd extended round for the General Merit category reaching up to 68,466 at some institutions. While the 2026 cutoffs are still awaited, the 2025 final round saw CSE closing at 949 for RV College of Engineering, 2076 for MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, and 3870 for BMS College of Engineering. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) typically releases these cutoffs after each counselling round, with later rounds often showing more relaxed ranks due to seat withdrawals and upgrades.
KCET 2024 Second Extended Round Cutoffs: General Merit (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The following table presents a snapshot of the KCET 2024 second extended round closing ranks for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) under the General Merit category across various colleges.
| College Name | Branch | Closing Rank (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| S Jaraj College of Engineering, Mysore | CSE | 7060 |
| MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore | CSE | 7216 |
| PES University, Bangalore | CSE | 7464 |
| BMS College of Engineering, Basavanagudi, Bangalore | CSE | 8073 |
| University of Isharia College of Engineering, Bangalore | CSE | 8275 |
| Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore | CSE | 11400 |
| S Jamar Rajendra College of Engineering, Mysore | CSE | 12026 |
| GSS Institute of Science and Technology, Mysore | CSE | 12157 |
| Bangalore Institute of Technology | CSE | 14929 |
| Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru | CSE | 17841 |
| New Horizon College of Engineering, Bangalore | CSE | 33892 |
| St Joseph Engineering College, Bangalore | CSE | 37060 |
| JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bangalore | CSE | 38388 |
| Achar Institute of Technology, Bangalore | CSE | 43493 |
| Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore | CSE | 48021 |
| The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore | CSE | 66285 |
| Government Engineering College, Hassan | CSE | 67358 |
| BOS Engineering Technology, Davangere | CSE | 68466 |
KCET 2025 Category-wise Closing Ranks for Top Branches (Latest — 2026 awaited)
KCET cutoffs demonstrate significant variation across different reservation categories, with General Merit (GM) typically having the lowest ranks.
| College Name | Branch | General Merit (GM) Rank (2025) | OBC Rank (2025) | SC Rank (2025) | ST Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru | CSE | 949 | 2000-3000 | ~9000 | >15000 |
| MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru | CSE | 2076 | ~3000-4000 | ~12000 | >18000 |
| BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru | CSE | 3870 | ~4500-5500 | ~15000 | >20000 |
KCET 2025 Counselling Schedule at a Glance (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts multiple rounds of counselling for KCET admissions, with a detailed schedule for each stage.
| Event | Date (2025) |
|---|---|
| KCET Exam Dates | April 16 & 17 |
| KCET Result Declaration | May 24 |
| Document Verification at KEA Helpline Centres | June 27 to July 15 |
| Option Entry (Choice Filling) Begins | July 8 |
| Round 2 Option Entry | September 11 – 14 |
| Provisional Round 2 Seat Allotment | September 18 |
| Final Round 2 Allotment | September 21 |
| Provisional Round 3 Seat Allotment | September 10 |
| Last Date to Report to Allotted College (after Round 3) | September 13 |
FAQs
Q: What is a good rank in KCET for the General category?
A. For top engineering branches like CSE in premier colleges such as RVCE or BMSCE, a General Merit rank under 1,000 is typically considered excellent. For other branches and mid-tier colleges, ranks up to 5,000-15,000 can secure good opportunities.
Q: How do KCET cutoffs change between counselling rounds?
A. KCET cutoffs generally become more relaxed in subsequent counselling rounds, including extended rounds. This is often due to candidates surrendering seats, upgrading to preferred colleges/branches, or securing admissions through other entrance exams.
Q: Does KCET have a second extended round every year?
A. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts extended rounds if seats remain vacant after the initial counselling rounds. The number and timing of these rounds can vary based on seat availability and demand.
Q: Are the KCET 2026 cutoffs released yet?
A. No, the KCET 2026 cutoffs have not been officially released yet. They are typically published by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) after the declaration of results and during each counselling round.
Q: What factors influence the KCET cutoff ranks?
A. Several factors determine KCET cutoff ranks, including the difficulty level of the exam, the total number of candidates who appeared, the number of seats available in various courses and colleges, and previous year’s cutoff trends.
Q: Where can I find the official KCET cutoff lists?
A. The official KCET cutoff lists, including opening and closing ranks for various colleges, branches, and categories, are released on the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, during the counselling process.
