MP DTE 2026 Round 1 cutoff for SC category is expected to range from rank 1,500 to 55,000 and for ST category from rank 800 to 40,000 across top Madhya Pradesh engineering colleges, based on 2024 counselling data.
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Madhya Pradesh conducts state-level engineering counselling for B.Tech admissions in government and private colleges across the state. The Round 1 cutoff for SC and ST categories is significantly more relaxed than the general category, driven by the 16% SC and 20% ST reservation mandate at government institutions. MP DTE 2026 Round 1 counselling is expected around July 2026, and students can use the previous year’s cutoff data below to shortlist colleges and plan their choices.
- MP DTE 2026 counselling merit is based on the Madhya Pradesh state merit rank derived from JEE Main 2026 scores of MP domicile students.
- SC category students get 16% reservation in government engineering colleges in Madhya Pradesh.
- ST category students get 20% reservation — the largest reserved block in MP government colleges.
- Expected SC closing rank at SGSITS Indore CSE in Round 1 is around 9,000–10,000; for ST it is around 6,000–7,000.
- All figures on this page are expected estimates based on MP DTE 2024 Round 1 trends and will be updated after official cutoffs are released.
| Direct Link to MP DTE 2026 Counselling Portal (Active on Official Launch) — dte.mponline.gov.in |
MP DTE 2026 Expected SC Category Cutoff Round 1
The table below shows expected opening and closing ranks for SC category students in MP DTE 2026 Round 1, based on 2024 counselling data. Closing ranks for SC students are typically 3 to 5 times higher (more relaxed) than the general category cutoff at the same college and branch. CSE branches at premier institutes like SGSITS Indore and IET DAVV Indore remain the most competitive even within the SC quota.
| College | Branch | Expected Opening Rank (SC) | Expected Closing Rank (SC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SGSITS Indore | Computer Science and Engineering | 1,500 | 9,500 |
| SGSITS Indore | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3,000 | 18,000 |
| SGSITS Indore | Mechanical Engineering | 4,000 | 25,000 |
| IET DAVV Indore | Computer Science and Engineering | 2,000 | 12,000 |
| IET DAVV Indore | Information Technology | 3,500 | 16,500 |
| GEC Ujjain | Computer Science and Engineering | 5,500 | 28,000 |
| GEC Ujjain | Civil Engineering | 9,000 | 43,000 |
| LNCT Bhopal | Computer Science and Engineering | 3,500 | 32,000 |
| LNCT Bhopal | Electrical Engineering | 7,000 | 48,000 |
All figures are expected cutoffs based on MP DTE 2024 Round 1 data. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be released on dte.mponline.gov.in after seat allotment.
MP DTE 2026 Expected ST Category Cutoff Round 1
ST category students in MP DTE 2026 Round 1 are expected to secure admissions at ranks considerably more relaxed than SC category, given the 20% ST reservation in government colleges. The wider reservation pool and historically lower participation rates in the ST quota mean that closing ranks are often much higher than SC — in some cases by 30 to 40 percent. Students with a state merit rank up to 40,000 may find viable options in government colleges under ST quota.
| College | Branch | Expected Opening Rank (ST) | Expected Closing Rank (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SGSITS Indore | Computer Science and Engineering | 800 | 6,200 |
| SGSITS Indore | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1,500 | 12,500 |
| SGSITS Indore | Mechanical Engineering | 2,500 | 18,500 |
| IET DAVV Indore | Computer Science and Engineering | 1,000 | 8,500 |
| IET DAVV Indore | Information Technology | 2,000 | 11,500 |
| GEC Ujjain | Computer Science and Engineering | 3,000 | 20,000 |
| GEC Ujjain | Civil Engineering | 5,000 | 33,000 |
| LNCT Bhopal | Computer Science and Engineering | 2,000 | 24,000 |
| LNCT Bhopal | Electrical Engineering | 4,000 | 37,000 |
All figures are expected cutoffs based on MP DTE 2024 Round 1 data. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be released after official seat allotment.
MP DTE Previous Year SC and ST Cutoff Trends
Looking at MP DTE 2023 and 2024 Round 1 closing ranks for SC and ST categories reveals a consistent upward drift of roughly 3 to 8 percent per year, driven by increasing JEE Main participation from Madhya Pradesh. Students can use the comparison below to estimate the direction of 2026 cutoffs.
| College and Branch | SC Closing Rank 2023 | SC Closing Rank 2024 | ST Closing Rank 2023 | ST Closing Rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SGSITS Indore — CSE | 8,800 | 9,200 | 5,500 | 5,800 |
| IET DAVV Indore — CSE | 11,200 | 11,800 | 7,800 | 8,200 |
| GEC Ujjain — CSE | 25,500 | 27,000 | 18,000 | 19,200 |
| LNCT Bhopal — CSE | 29,500 | 31,000 | 21,500 | 23,000 |
| SGSITS Indore — Mechanical | 22,500 | 24,000 | 16,000 | 17,500 |
| IET DAVV Indore — IT | 15,000 | 15,900 | 10,500 | 11,000 |
The year-on-year increase in closing ranks is gradual and consistent. ST category closing ranks have risen by 5 to 7 percent annually at government colleges, while SC category shows a similar 4 to 6 percent annual rise. Students with ranks near a previous closing rank should apply and also lock in a safer backup college during choice filling.
Factors Affecting MP DTE 2026 Cutoff for SC and ST Category
Understanding what drives the cutoff helps you predict where your rank stands. Key factors for MP DTE 2026 SC and ST category Round 1 cutoffs include:
- JEE Main 2026 participation from Madhya Pradesh: More MP domicile students competing directly compresses the state merit rank range, making the top colleges more competitive even in reserved categories.
- JEE Main 2026 paper difficulty: A tougher paper distributes scores more evenly, which typically results in slightly more relaxed state merit cutoffs across categories.
- Seat intake changes: Any addition of SC or ST quota seats at a college reduces competition within that quota and pushes the closing rank higher (more accessible).
- Choice filling patterns: If a large proportion of SC or ST students rank CSE at SGSITS Indore as their first choice, the closing rank for that branch tightens regardless of seat count.
- Round 1 vs later rounds: Round 1 cutoffs are generally the most competitive. Students who do not get their preferred branch in Round 1 can upgrade or freeze in subsequent rounds, where additional seats from withdrawals become available.
- Home-state reservation rules: SC and ST reservation in MP DTE applies only to students with MP domicile. Students from other states are allotted only under the open or All India quota, keeping reserved seats exclusively available for eligible MP SC and ST students.
MP DTE 2026 SC and ST Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected SC closing rank for SGSITS Indore CSE in MP DTE 2026 Round 1?
Ans. Based on 2024 trends, the expected SC category closing rank for SGSITS Indore CSE in MP DTE 2026 Round 1 is around 9,000–10,000 (MP state merit rank). The official figure will be published on dte.mponline.gov.in after Round 1 seat allotment.
Ques. Is the ST category cutoff more relaxed than SC in MP DTE?
Ans. Yes. ST category closing ranks in MP DTE are generally higher (meaning students with weaker ranks still get admission) than SC category. This is because ST students receive a 20% reservation compared to 16% for SC, and historically ST quota seats at several colleges go partially unfilled in Round 1, further easing the effective cutoff.
Ques. Are the cutoffs listed on this page official?
Ans. No. All cutoffs here are expected estimates based on MP DTE 2024 Round 1 data. The official 2026 cutoff will be released by DTE Madhya Pradesh after the Round 1 allotment result, available at dte.mponline.gov.in.
Ques. Which rank is used in MP DTE 2026 counselling — JEE Main All India Rank or MP state rank?
Ans. MP DTE 2026 uses the Madhya Pradesh state merit rank generated by DTE from JEE Main 2026 scores. Only MP domicile students appear on this merit list, so the state rank is entirely different from the JEE Main All India Rank and cannot be compared directly.
Ques. When will MP DTE 2026 Round 1 counselling start?
Ans. MP DTE 2026 Round 1 counselling is expected to begin in July 2026. Students should monitor the official portal at dte.mponline.gov.in for registration dates, choice filling schedules, and seat allotment results.
Ques. Can SC or ST students from other states claim reserved seats in MP DTE 2026?
Ans. No. The SC and ST reservation in MP DTE counselling applies exclusively to students with Madhya Pradesh domicile. Students from other states may participate only through open or All India quota seats and cannot claim the SC or ST quota benefit in Madhya Pradesh.
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