WBJEE 2025 Round 1 closing ranks ranged from 89 for Jadavpur University CSE (UR category) to over 15,000 for niche branches at government colleges — compare these with 2024 data to sharpen your WBJEE 2026 college strategy.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) publishes Round 1 allotment data as opening and closing ranks for every college-branch-category combination. Tracking how these ranks shifted between 2024 and 2025 reveals which seats are growing more competitive and where room still exists, giving you a reliable baseline to set your WBJEE 2026 target rank.
- Jadavpur University CSE remained the most coveted seat with a 2025 Round 1 UR closing rank of approximately 89.
- IIEST Shibpur CSE closed at around rank 950 (UR) in Round 1, 2025 — stable compared to the 965 recorded in 2024.
- Category relaxations shift closing ranks by 1.5× to 5×; SC students can access JU CSE up to approximately rank 420.
- Top-branch cutoffs at JU and IIEST moved within a 5–8% band between 2024 and 2025, signalling predictable trends for 2026.
- WBJEE 2026 cutoffs will be published on the official portal after each counselling round concludes.
| Direct Link to WBJEE 2026 Official Website (Active) — wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee |
WBJEE 2025 Round 1 Opening and Closing Ranks
The table below shows WBJEE 2025 Round 1 opening and closing ranks for the UR (Unreserved) category across the most sought-after colleges and branches. All figures are based on 2025 trends and are indicative for WBJEE 2026 planning.
| College | Branch | Opening Rank (UR) | Closing Rank (UR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | 89 |
| Jadavpur University | Information Technology | 90 | 198 |
| Jadavpur University | Electronics and Telecommunication | 200 | 490 |
| Jadavpur University | Electrical Engineering | 495 | 985 |
| Jadavpur University | Mechanical Engineering | 990 | 1850 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Computer Science and Engineering | 390 | 950 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Information Technology | 955 | 1480 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Electronics and Telecommunication | 1485 | 2380 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Electrical Engineering | 2385 | 3650 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Mechanical Engineering | 3660 | 5290 |
| Techno Main Salt Lake | Computer Science and Engineering | 2850 | 6990 |
| Heritage Institute of Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | 4500 | 9800 |
| Govt. College of Engg and Ceramic Technology | Ceramic Technology | 8500 | 15200 |
The opening rank marks the strongest (lowest number) rank that received a seat in that round; the closing rank is the last rank allotted. These figures are based on 2025 Round 1 trends and must be cross-verified on the official WBJEEB portal once 2026 allotments are published.
WBJEE 2024 vs 2025 Round 1 Cutoff Comparison
Tracking year-on-year rank movement helps you judge whether competition is rising or easing. The table below compares UR closing ranks for key college-branch pairs in WBJEE 2024 and 2025 Round 1.
| College | Branch | 2024 Closing Rank (UR) | 2025 Closing Rank (UR) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | CSE | 91 | 89 | Slightly more competitive |
| Jadavpur University | IT | 205 | 198 | Slightly more competitive |
| Jadavpur University | ECE/ETCE | 495 | 490 | Stable |
| Jadavpur University | Electrical Engineering | 990 | 985 | Stable |
| IIEST Shibpur | CSE | 965 | 950 | Slightly more competitive |
| IIEST Shibpur | ECE | 2395 | 2380 | Stable |
| Techno Main Salt Lake | CSE | 7050 | 6990 | Marginally easier |
| Heritage Institute of Technology | CSE | 9850 | 9800 | Stable |
The 2024–2025 comparison shows JU and IIEST cutoffs are broadly stable, with CSE and IT at JU tightening by 2–3 ranks. Private college CSE cutoffs have held steady. This narrow variation supports reliable projection for WBJEE 2026.
Category-wise WBJEE 2025 Round 1 Cutoff
WBJEE seats are reserved for UR, OBC-A, OBC-B, SC, and ST categories. The table shows 2025 Round 1 closing ranks by category for CSE at top colleges, based on 2025 trends.
| College (CSE) | UR | OBC-A | OBC-B | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | 89 | 135 | 108 | 420 | 850 |
| IIEST Shibpur | 950 | 1450 | 1200 | 3200 | 6500 |
| Techno Main Salt Lake | 6990 | 8500 | 7800 | 15000 | 28000 |
OBC-B closing ranks are sometimes lower than OBC-A because fewer OBC-B seats are available in certain colleges, concentrating demand. SC and ST students can access top branches at significantly relaxed rank thresholds — JU CSE is reachable up to approximately rank 850 for ST students based on 2025 trends.
Factors Affecting WBJEE 2026 Cutoff
Knowing what drives rank movement each year helps you set a smarter target for WBJEE 2026.
- Number of test takers: Higher participation compresses the rank list and raises competition for top seats.
- Paper difficulty: A harder paper bunches scores near the median, which can slightly ease closing ranks for the most competitive branches.
- Seat intake changes: Any increase in seats at JU or IIEST directly lowers closing ranks for those colleges.
- Number of counselling rounds: More rounds distribute allotments further down the merit list; Round 1 cutoffs do not reflect all admission opportunities.
- Category seat matrix: Revisions to reservation percentages shift category-wise closing ranks independently of overall merit-list movement.
- Branch preference shifts: Rising industry demand for AI or data science roles can push CSE and IT closing ranks tighter year on year.
Expected WBJEE 2026 Round 1 Cutoff
Based on 2024 and 2025 Round 1 trends, WBJEE 2026 expected closing ranks are likely to fall within a 5–8% band of 2025 figures for UR and OBC categories. The table below gives expected ranges for planning; treat these as indicative only.
| College | Branch | Expected 2026 Closing Rank (UR) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | CSE | 85–95 |
| Jadavpur University | IT | 190–210 |
| Jadavpur University | ECE/ETCE | 470–510 |
| Jadavpur University | Electrical Engineering | 960–1010 |
| IIEST Shibpur | CSE | 920–980 |
| IIEST Shibpur | ECE | 2300–2450 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Mechanical Engineering | 5100–5500 |
| Techno Main Salt Lake | CSE | 6800–7200 |
These are expected figures based on 2025 trends. Actual WBJEE 2026 Round 1 cutoffs will be released on the official WBJEEB portal following allotment.
WBJEE 2026 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What was the WBJEE 2025 Round 1 closing rank for Jadavpur University CSE in the UR category?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the Round 1 UR closing rank for Jadavpur University CSE was approximately 89. This is indicative; confirm the official figure on wbjeeb.nic.in after 2025 allotment data is published.
Ques. How do WBJEE Round 1 cutoffs differ from later counselling rounds?
Ans. Round 1 cutoffs are typically the most competitive because the largest pool of students participates. In later rounds, seats vacated by students who upgrade or withdraw re-enter the pool. Closing ranks in later rounds can go higher or lower depending on remaining demand at each college.
Ques. What rank is needed for IIEST Shibpur CSE in WBJEE 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 Round 1 data, you would need a rank between approximately 390 and 950 (UR category). For OBC-A the expected range is 950–1450, and for SC it is around 3200. These are expected figures based on 2025 trends.
Ques. Where can I check the official WBJEE 2026 cutoff once released?
Ans. Official WBJEE 2026 Round 1 cutoffs will be published on the WBJEEB portal at wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee after allotment results are declared.
Ques. Do WBJEE cutoffs vary significantly across categories?
Ans. Yes, the difference is substantial. For Jadavpur University CSE in 2025, the UR closing rank was around 89 while the SC closing rank was approximately 420 and the ST closing rank was around 850. Category relaxations grow larger as you move from UR to OBC to SC/ST.
Ques. What factors could make WBJEE 2026 cutoffs lower than 2025?
Ans. WBJEE 2026 cutoffs could ease if the paper is harder than 2025, if popular colleges increase seat intake, or if overall participation drops. For premier branches at JU and IIEST, historical data shows variation stays within a narrow 5–8% band, so major swings are unlikely.
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