WBJEE 2026 SC category cutoff is expected to close near rank 1,100–1,400 for CSE at Jadavpur University and near rank 2,200–3,000 for CSE at IIEST Shibpur, based on 2024 and 2025 counselling trends.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) releases round-wise Opening and Closing Rank (ORCR) data after every counselling round. SC (Scheduled Caste) students compete within the reserved quota — 22% of seats in state government and aided engineering colleges. WBJEE 2026 counselling is expected to begin in July 2026, with cutoffs published at the official ORCR portal after each round.
- SC students compete within the 22% reserved SC quota in West Bengal government and aided engineering colleges.
- WBJEEB conducts Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-up round — each with its own ORCR cutoff list.
- Round 1 is most competitive; the Mop-up round typically has the most relaxed closing ranks.
- JU CSE SC closing rank was approximately 1,300 in 2024 and 1,656 in 2023.
- ORCR cutoffs are published in CML (Common Merit List) rank, not the separate SC category rank.
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WBJEE SC Category Cutoff: What It Means
The WBJEE SC category cutoff is the highest CML rank at which an SC student received a seat in a particular college and branch during a given counselling round. WBJEEB publishes this as the Opening and Closing Rank (ORCR) for each college, course, quota, and category combination.
- The opening rank is the rank of the first SC student allotted a seat in that round.
- The closing rank is the rank of the last SC student allotted — this is the primary figure used for eligibility comparison.
- If your CML rank is within the General (UR) closing rank, you may be allotted a seat under the UR quota, which keeps an SC reserved seat available for another eligible student.
- The Home State (HS) quota covers the majority of SC seats; the Outside State (OS) quota is limited.
WBJEE 2026 Expected SC Category Cutoff (Round-Wise)
Based on 2024 and 2025 counselling data, the table below shows expected WBJEE 2026 SC category closing ranks (Home State quota). These are projections based on previous year trends; actual cutoffs will be released by WBJEEB at the official ORCR portal after each counselling round.
| College | Branch | Round 1 Expected CR | Round 2 Expected CR | Mop-Up Expected CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,100 | ~1,300 | ~1,500 |
| Jadavpur University | Information Technology | ~2,500 | ~2,800 | ~3,000 |
| Jadavpur University | Electronics and Telecommunication Engg | ~2,800 | ~3,100 | ~3,400 |
| Jadavpur University | Electrical Engineering | ~4,200 | ~4,600 | ~5,000 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Computer Science and Engineering | ~2,200 | ~2,600 | ~3,000 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Electronics and Telecommunication Engg | ~4,000 | ~4,500 | ~5,200 |
| KGEC – Kalyani Govt. Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | ~8,000 | ~8,500 | ~9,500 |
| Jalpaiguri Govt. Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | ~9,500 | ~10,500 | ~11,500 |
| Heritage Institute of Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | ~10,000 | ~11,000 | ~12,000 |
| Govt. College of Engg and Ceramic Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | ~14,000 | ~15,500 | ~17,000 |
All figures above are expected values based on 2025 counselling trends and may change in 2026.
WBJEE 2025 SC Category Cutoff
After WBJEE 2025 counselling, WBJEEB released official ORCR lists for each round. The table below shows actual Round 1 SC category cutoffs for CSE (Home State quota) from the ORCR 2025 data.
| College | Branch | Opening Rank – Round 1 | Closing Rank – Round 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KGEC – Kalyani Govt. Engineering College | CSE | 8,025 | 8,391 |
| Jalpaiguri Govt. Engineering College | CSE | 9,138 | 10,179 |
| Heritage Institute of Technology | CSE | 9,880 | 10,257 |
| Govt. College of Engg and Ceramic Technology | CSE | 13,206 | 14,271 |
| Coochbehar Govt. Engineering College | CSE | 16,850 | 21,579 |
| University Institute of Technology | CSE | 19,528 | 23,508 |
Previous Year SC Category Trends (2023–2024)
Jadavpur University is the most competitive WBJEE destination for SC students. The table below shows SC category opening and closing ranks at Jadavpur University for 2023 and 2024 across major branches, providing a basis for 2026 expectations.
| Branch (Jadavpur University) | 2023 Opening Rank (SC) | 2023 Closing Rank (SC) | 2024 Closing Rank (SC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 97 | 1,656 | ~1,300 |
| Electronics and Telecommunication Engg | 1,089 | 3,231 | ~2,900 |
| Information Technology | 956 | 2,775 | ~2,700 |
| Electrical Engineering | 2,362 | 4,522 | ~4,300 |
| Instrumentation and Electronics Engg | 2,400 | 4,150 | ~4,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3,556 | 6,113 | ~6,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | 2,343 | 6,621 | ~6,500 |
| Civil Engineering | 3,261 | 10,683 | ~10,500 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 6,371 | 10,113 | ~10,000 |
2023 figures are from official ORCR data. 2024 closing ranks are approximate based on available trend data.
Factors Affecting WBJEE SC Category Cutoff
Several elements determine where SC category cutoffs fall each year. Understanding these helps set realistic expectations for WBJEE 2026 counselling.
- Number of SC qualifiers: More SC-category students clearing WBJEE increases competition and tightens closing rank numbers.
- Total SC seats: An increase in college intake directly relaxes SC closing ranks.
- Exam difficulty: A harder paper compresses score distribution, affecting how CML ranks are spread across score bands.
- Counselling round: Round 1 cutoffs are tightest; Mop-up rounds absorb remaining vacancies and have the most relaxed closing ranks.
- Seat withdrawals and upgrades: Students accepting better options in Round 2 surrender earlier seats, slightly easing cutoffs in subsequent rounds.
- Branch demand: CSE, ECE, and IT consistently attract the highest demand, giving them the most competitive SC closing ranks among all branches.
WBJEE 2026 SC Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected WBJEE 2026 SC category closing rank for CSE at Jadavpur University?
Ans. Based on 2023 and 2024 trends, the SC category closing rank for CSE at Jadavpur University is expected to be around 1,100–1,400 in Round 1. Actual figures will be published by WBJEEB after WBJEE 2026 counselling begins in July 2026.
Ques. How many counselling rounds does WBJEE 2026 have, and how do SC cutoffs shift across rounds?
Ans. WBJEE counselling typically has Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-up round. SC category closing ranks are most competitive in Round 1 and progressively relax in Round 2 and Mop-up as seats freed by upgrades become available.
Ques. Where is the official WBJEE SC category ORCR cutoff list published?
Ans. The Opening and Closing Rank (ORCR) list is published on the WBJEEB counselling portal at admissions.nic.in after each counselling round. You can also navigate to it from the official WBJEE website at wbjeeb.nic.in.
Ques. Can an SC student be allotted a seat under the General category quota in WBJEE?
Ans. Yes. If your CML rank is within the General (UR) closing rank for a college and branch, you can be allotted a seat under the UR quota. This keeps an SC reserved seat available for another eligible student.
Ques. Is the WBJEE SC cutoff based on CML rank or SC category rank?
Ans. The WBJEE ORCR cutoff for SC category is published in CML (Common Merit List) rank. Compare your CML rank — not your SC category rank — with the SC closing rank for the college and branch you are targeting.
Ques. What percentage of WBJEE seats are reserved for SC students?
Ans. 22% of seats are reserved for SC students in West Bengal government and aided engineering colleges participating in WBJEE counselling. This quota is filled through the WBJEEB round-wise counselling process.
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