SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 expected cutoff for SC students is 38–52 marks and for ST students is 32–45 marks out of 130, based on previous years’ trends across all SRM campuses.
SRMJEEE Phase 3 was held on July 4 and 5, 2026 in remote proctored online mode. SRM Institute reserves 15% seats for SC students and 7.5% seats for ST students at all campuses — Kattankulathur, Ramapuram, Vadapalani, Trichy, Amaravati, Delhi NCR and Sonepat. Within reserved seats, admission follows merit order. Closing ranks for SC and ST categories are numerically higher than general category closing ranks because students compete within a smaller reserved-seat pool.
- SRMJEEE 2026 is out of 130 marks (130 questions; +1 for correct answer, no negative marking).
- SC expected qualifying marks: 38–52 out of 130; ST expected qualifying marks: 32–45 out of 130.
- SRM reserves 15% seats for SC and 7.5% seats for ST at every campus and branch.
- Phase 3 cutoffs are typically more relaxed than Phase 1 as top-ranked students secure seats in earlier phases.
- All figures below are expected based on 2024–2025 trends; official closing ranks are published after counselling rounds close.
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SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 Expected SC and ST Qualifying Marks
SRMJEEE 2026 is conducted for 130 marks across four sections: Physics (35 questions), Chemistry (35), Mathematics or Biology (40) and English and Aptitude (20). There is no negative marking. The table below shows the expected minimum qualifying marks for SC and ST students to obtain a rank that falls within the reserved-seat pool for Phase 3 counselling. Phase 3 thresholds are slightly lower than Phase 1 because a portion of reserved seats is already filled.
| Category | Expected Qualifying Marks (out of 130) | Expected Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 38–52 | ~29–40% |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 32–45 | ~25–35% |
Students scoring above 52 marks (SC) or 45 marks (ST) in Phase 3 stand a strong chance of securing admission at one or more SRM campuses. These figures are expected based on 2024–2025 exam trends and will be confirmed only after Phase 3 counselling concludes.
SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 Expected Closing Ranks for SC and ST: Campus-wise
SC and ST students compete for reserved seats within their own category during SRM counselling. A student with rank 60,000 can still secure CSE at Kattankulathur under the SC quota even though the general category closes near rank 10,000 — because they only compete against other SC students for 15% reserved seats. The table below lists expected Phase 3 closing ranks for popular branches across all SRM campuses.
| Campus | Branch | Expected SC Closing Rank | Expected ST Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kattankulathur | CSE | 35,000–50,000 | 40,000–58,000 |
| Kattankulathur | CSE (AI and ML) | 42,000–60,000 | 48,000–68,000 |
| Kattankulathur | ECE | 55,000–75,000 | 62,000–85,000 |
| Kattankulathur | Mechanical Engineering | 80,000–1,05,000 | 90,000–1,15,000 |
| Ramapuram | CSE | 55,000–72,000 | 62,000–82,000 |
| Ramapuram | ECE | 72,000–92,000 | 80,000–1,00,000 |
| Amaravati (AP) | CSE | 50,000–68,000 | 58,000–78,000 |
| Delhi NCR (Ghaziabad) | CSE | 60,000–80,000 | 68,000–90,000 |
| Sonepat (Haryana) | CSE | 65,000–85,000 | 72,000–95,000 |
All figures are expected based on 2024–2025 closing rank trends. Actual Phase 3 closing ranks for each campus and branch are published on the official SRM portal after every counselling round.
Previous Year SRMJEEE Closing Rank Trends (2024–2025)
SRM Institute does not release a consolidated category-wise cutoff PDF. Closing ranks become visible only after each counselling round. The table below shows overall general category closing rank trends from 2024 and 2025, which serve as a baseline for SC and ST students to estimate admission chances in reserved seats.
| Campus | Branch | 2024 General Closing Rank (Approx.) | 2025 General Closing Rank (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kattankulathur | CSE | ~12,000 | ~10,000 |
| Kattankulathur | ECE | ~23,000 | ~20,000 |
| Kattankulathur | Mechanical Engineering | ~43,000 | ~40,000 |
| Ramapuram | CSE | ~65,000 | ~22,500 |
| Delhi NCR (Ghaziabad) | CSE | ~38,000 | ~38,000 |
| Sonepat (Haryana) | CSE | ~43,000 | ~43,000 |
SC and ST students with ranks higher than these general category figures remain eligible for reserved seats as long as reserved-quota seats are unfilled. Phase 3 typically sees more relaxed cutoffs across campuses compared to Phase 1, making it a second opportunity for reserved-category students who missed seats in earlier phases.
Factors Affecting SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 Cutoff for SC and ST
Understanding what drives the Phase 3 cutoff helps SC and ST students set realistic expectations before counselling begins:
- Remaining reserved seats after Phase 1 and Phase 2: Fewer leftover SC or ST seats in Phase 3 can tighten the cutoff for high-demand branches like CSE at Kattankulathur.
- Phase 3 exam difficulty: A harder paper lowers average scores and relaxes mark-based thresholds for SC and ST students.
- Number of SC and ST applicants in Phase 3: Higher reserved-category participation increases competition within the reserved pool and pushes closing ranks tighter.
- Campus preference: Kattankulathur is the most competitive campus; its SC and ST cutoffs are tightest. Sonepat and Vadapalani have the most relaxed closing ranks due to lower demand.
- Branch popularity: CSE and CSE (AI and ML) have the tightest SC and ST cutoffs. Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering see the most relaxed closing ranks within reserved quota.
- Choice filling during counselling: SC and ST students who fill multiple campus and branch choices increase their chances of seat allotment even at a higher rank number.
SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 SC ST Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected qualifying marks for SC students in SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3?
Ans. SC students are expected to need 38–52 marks out of 130 in SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 to secure a rank within the SC reserved-seat pool for counselling. This is based on 2024–2025 exam trends and paper difficulty patterns.
Ques. Is the SRMJEEE cutoff for SC and ST the same across all campuses?
Ans. No. Cutoff ranks vary by campus and branch. Kattankulathur has the tightest SC and ST cutoff especially for CSE, while campuses like Sonepat and Vadapalani have more relaxed closing ranks due to lower student demand.
Ques. Does SRM release a separate rank list for SC and ST students?
Ans. SRM releases a single common rank list for all SRMJEEE students. SC and ST students are then considered for their respective reserved seats (15% for SC and 7.5% for ST) in merit order within the category during counselling rounds.
Ques. Is the Phase 3 cutoff for SC and ST lower than Phase 1?
Ans. Generally yes. Phase 3 cutoffs are more relaxed because high-ranked students typically secure seats in Phase 1 or Phase 2. SC and ST students with moderate ranks have a better chance of securing seats in Phase 3.
Ques. When will official SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 3 closing ranks for SC and ST be available?
Ans. Official closing ranks for Phase 3 are released on the SRM official portal (srmist.edu.in) only after each counselling round concludes. SRM does not publish a consolidated cutoff PDF in advance.
Ques. What is the total marks for SRMJEEE 2026?
Ans. SRMJEEE 2026 is out of 130 marks. The exam has 130 questions — Physics (35), Chemistry (35), Mathematics or Biology (40) and English and Aptitude (20) — with no negative marking.
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