The expected SRMJEEE 2026 closing rank for B.Tech CSE at SRM Kattankulathur is around 6,800 for academic merit seats, based on 2024 and 2025 counselling data.
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, offers one of the most competitive B.Tech CSE programmes via SRMJEEE. Admission is rank-based, with academic merit seats going to top rankers and management quota seats available at higher rank numbers. The cutoff shifts every year based on applicant volume and seat intake. Students who secure a rank under 10,000 in SRMJEEE 2026 generally have a strong chance for CSE or its specialisation variants at Kattankulathur.
- SRMJEEE 2025 CSE Kattankulathur closing rank (academic seats): approximately 7,200, based on Round 2 data.
- Management quota seats remain accessible for ranks up to 90,000 to 95,000 depending on the specialisation.
- CSE with AI and Machine Learning and CSE with Data Science have slightly higher (easier) closing ranks than core CSE.
- The 2026 cutoff is expected to tighten by 3 to 5 per cent compared to 2025 due to rising applicant numbers.
- SRMJEEE 2026 results are declared and counselling is underway for seat allotment.
| Direct Link to SRMJEEE 2026 Official Portal (ACTIVE) — www.srmist.edu.in/srmjeee |
SRMJEEE 2026 Expected Cutoff for SRM Kattankulathur CSE
The SRMJEEE cutoff for SRM Kattankulathur CSE is the closing rank at which the last seat in a given seat category is allotted in each counselling round. SRMJEEE 2026 was conducted in April and May 2026; results were declared in May-June 2026. Counselling for B.Tech admissions at Kattankulathur is underway as of July 2026. The table below shows the expected 2026 cutoff based on 2024 and 2025 closing rank data.
| Seat Category | Expected 2026 Opening Rank | Expected 2026 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Academic / Merit Seats — CSE Core | ~500 | ~6,800 |
| Management Quota — CSE Core | ~7,000 | ~95,000 |
| NRI / Foreign Quota | Rank-based with a separate fee structure; contact SRM admissions directly | |
All figures are expected values based on 2024 and 2025 trends. Official 2026 closing ranks will be published after each counselling round concludes.
Closing Rank Trend: 2023 to 2025
Demand for CSE at SRM Kattankulathur has grown consistently over the last three years. The closing rank for academic merit seats has tightened each year, meaning students need a progressively better rank to secure admission. The table below shows the Round 2 closing rank trend for core CSE at SRM Kattankulathur from 2023 to 2025.
| Year | Opening Rank (Academic) | Closing Rank (Academic) | Closing Rank (Management) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ~600 | ~9,200 | ~1,05,000 |
| 2024 | ~550 | ~7,800 | ~98,000 |
| 2025 | ~520 | ~7,200 | ~92,000 |
| 2026 (Expected) | ~500 | ~6,800 | ~90,000 |
Based on SRMJEEE counselling data and year-on-year trend analysis. 2026 figures are expected values.
Category-Wise Cutoff for SRM Kattankulathur CSE
For Tamil Nadu state-sponsored quota seats, SRM Kattankulathur follows Tamil Nadu government reservation norms covering categories such as OC, BC, MBC, SC and ST. The table below shows estimated category-wise closing ranks for B.Tech CSE at SRM Kattankulathur based on 2024 and 2025 counselling data.
| Category | 2024 Closing Rank (Approx.) | 2025 Closing Rank (Approx.) | Expected 2026 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| OC / General | 7,800 | 7,200 | ~6,800 |
| BC / OBC | 11,500 | 10,800 | ~10,200 |
| MBC | 14,000 | 13,200 | ~12,500 |
| SC | 20,000 | 18,500 | ~17,500 |
| ST | 28,000 | 26,000 | ~24,500 |
All values are approximate and based on 2024-2025 trends. The official 2026 cutoff will be published after counselling concludes.
Specialisation-Wise Closing Ranks at SRM Kattankulathur
SRM Kattankulathur offers core B.Tech CSE alongside several specialisation variants. Core CSE has the tightest (lowest numerical) closing rank. Students who narrowly miss the core CSE cutoff often find a strong fit in CSE with AI and Machine Learning or CSE with Data Science, which carry slightly higher closing ranks. The table shows expected 2026 closing ranks for academic seats across CSE programmes at SRM Kattankulathur.
| CSE Specialisation | 2025 Closing Rank (Approx.) | Expected 2026 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE (Core) | 7,200 | ~6,800 |
| CSE with AI and Machine Learning | 11,000 | ~10,500 |
| CSE with Data Science | 13,500 | ~13,000 |
| CSE with Cyber Security | 16,000 | ~15,000 |
| CSE with Cloud Computing and IoT | 19,000 | ~18,000 |
Based on 2025 SRMJEEE counselling trends. 2026 figures are expected values.
Factors Affecting SRMJEEE 2026 Cutoff for SRM Kattankulathur CSE
Several variables determine where the SRMJEEE 2026 closing rank settles for B.Tech CSE at SRM Kattankulathur:
- Total applicants and rank distribution: More students competing for the same number of seats pushes the closing rank lower. SRMJEEE 2026 saw a higher application count than 2025, which is expected to tighten the cutoff.
- Seat intake revision: SRM periodically revises seat intake for CSE and its specialisations. Any increase in seats eases the cutoff; a reduction tightens it.
- SRMJEEE 2026 paper difficulty: A tougher exam leads to lower raw scores and a compressed rank band at the top, which can shift academic seat allocation.
- Student preference shifts: Rising demand for AI and Machine Learning specialisations can draw students away from core CSE, marginally easing core CSE closing ranks.
- Round-wise counselling dynamics: Round 1 typically has a slightly easier cutoff. Round 2 tightens as students upgrade their choices and remaining vacancies fill. Students should accept a Round 1 allotment and use the upgrade option in Round 2 if a better choice is available.
SRMJEEE 2026 SRM Kattankulathur CSE Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected SRMJEEE 2026 closing rank for CSE at SRM Kattankulathur?
Ans. Based on 2024 and 2025 trends, the expected SRMJEEE 2026 closing rank for B.Tech CSE (core) at SRM Kattankulathur is approximately 6,800 for academic merit seats and around 90,000 to 95,000 for management quota seats. These are expected values; official figures will be released after each counselling round.
Ques. Does SRM Kattankulathur follow SC and ST reservations for B.Tech CSE admissions?
Ans. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, follows Tamil Nadu government reservation norms (OC, BC, MBC, SC, ST) for Tamil Nadu state-sponsored quota seats. Academic merit and management quota seats are allotted strictly on SRMJEEE rank order without category reservation.
Ques. Is a rank of 10,000 in SRMJEEE 2026 good enough for CSE at SRM Kattankulathur?
Ans. A rank of 10,000 is expected to fall just outside the academic seat cutoff for core CSE at SRM Kattankulathur (expected closing rank ~6,800). However, students with this rank have a reasonable chance of securing CSE with AI and Machine Learning (expected closing rank ~10,500) under academic seats or core CSE under management quota.
Ques. How does the SRMJEEE cutoff differ between Round 1 and Round 2 at SRM Kattankulathur?
Ans. Round 2 closing ranks for SRM Kattankulathur CSE are typically tighter than Round 1. In past years the Round 2 academic seat closing rank has been approximately 500 to 800 ranks lower (more competitive) than Round 1. Students should accept a Round 1 allotment and use the upgrade option in Round 2 to try for a preferred specialisation.
Ques. When will the official SRMJEEE 2026 cutoff for SRM Kattankulathur CSE be published?
Ans. The official closing rank data for each counselling round is published on the SRMJEEE portal at srmist.edu.in/srmjeee after each allotment round closes. With counselling underway in July 2026, Round 1 data is expected by mid-July 2026 and the final cutoff after Round 2 concludes.
Ques. What is the total marks for SRMJEEE 2026?
Ans. SRMJEEE 2026 carries a total of 125 marks: Physics (35 marks), Chemistry (35 marks), Mathematics (35 marks), English (10 marks) and Aptitude (10 marks). There is no negative marking in SRMJEEE.
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