WBJEE 2026 SC category expected closing ranks range from approximately 1,900 to 2,500 for Jadavpur University CSE and 5,500 to 7,000 for IIEST Shibpur CSE, based on 2025 trends.
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) 2026 counselling is expected to begin in July 2026. SC (Scheduled Caste) students are entitled to 22% reservation in government-aided colleges participating in WBJEE. The expected cutoff ranks below are predictions based on 2025 closing rank data and may shift by 5–10% depending on the applicant pool, exam difficulty and seat matrix in 2026.
- WBJEE 2026 total marks: 200 (Mathematics: 100, Physics: 50, Chemistry: 50).
- SC students get 22% reservation in government-aided West Bengal engineering colleges.
- Top government colleges — Jadavpur University and IIEST Shibpur — carry the tightest SC cutoffs.
- Expected SC closing ranks are 3–5 times higher (more relaxed) than the General category closing rank for the same branch.
- Only West Bengal domicile holders on the state SC list are eligible for reserved quota seats.
| Direct Link: WBJEE 2026 Official Website — wbjeeb.nic.in |
WBJEE SC Category Cutoff: What to Expect in 2026
WBJEE follows a rank-based counselling system where the cutoff for each college and branch is the closing rank of the last student admitted in that category during a given round. For SC students, closing ranks are significantly relaxed compared to General category, reflecting the reservation quota under West Bengal government norms.
In 2025, the SC closing rank for Jadavpur University CSE stood at approximately 2,200 while IIEST Shibpur CSE closed near 6,200 for SC students. The 2026 figures are expected to remain in a similar band with marginal variation.
| Tier | SC Expected Closing Rank Range (2026) | Representative Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| Top Government | 1,900 – 7,500 | Jadavpur University, IIEST Shibpur |
| Mid Government | 7,500 – 30,000 | Kalyani GEC, GCELT, Jalpaiguri GEC |
| Top Private | 27,000 – 60,000 | Heritage Institute, RCC Institute, Techno India |
| Other Private | 60,000 – 1,00,000+ | Narula Institute, Future Institute and others |
All figures are expected closing ranks based on 2025 trends. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be released by WBJEEB on wbjeeb.nic.in after counselling concludes.
WBJEE 2026 Expected SC Cutoff: Government Colleges
Government colleges offer subsidised tuition and strong placement records, making them the first choice for most SC students. The table below lists expected SC closing ranks for leading government colleges across key branches.
| College | Branch | 2025 SC Closing Rank (Approx.) | 2026 SC Expected Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | Computer Science and Engineering | 2,100 – 2,300 | 1,900 – 2,500 |
| Jadavpur University | Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | 2,800 – 3,200 | 2,700 – 3,400 |
| Jadavpur University | Electrical Engineering | 4,200 – 4,800 | 4,000 – 5,000 |
| Jadavpur University | Mechanical Engineering | 5,500 – 6,500 | 5,200 – 6,800 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Computer Science and Engineering | 5,800 – 6,500 | 5,500 – 7,000 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | 7,200 – 8,500 | 7,000 – 9,000 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Electrical Engineering | 9,000 – 11,000 | 8,500 – 11,500 |
| IIEST Shibpur | Civil Engineering | 12,000 – 15,000 | 11,500 – 15,500 |
| Kalyani Government Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | 11,000 – 14,000 | 10,500 – 14,500 |
| Kalyani Government Engineering College | Electrical Engineering | 18,000 – 23,000 | 17,000 – 24,000 |
| Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | 17,000 – 22,000 | 16,000 – 23,000 |
| Cooch Behar Government Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | 22,000 – 28,000 | 21,000 – 29,000 |
| Murshidabad College of Engineering and Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | 25,000 – 32,000 | 24,000 – 33,000 |
| Government College of Engineering and Leather Technology (GCELT) | Leather Technology | 28,000 – 35,000 | 27,000 – 36,000 |
Note: These are expected figures based on 2025 trends. SC students should check the official WBJEEB website for round-wise actual cutoffs once counselling begins.
WBJEE 2026 Expected SC Cutoff: Private Colleges
Private colleges affiliated to MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology) also participate in WBJEE counselling and offer SC reservation. Closing ranks here are generally more relaxed, giving SC students with ranks above 25,000 a wider choice.
| College | Branch | 2025 SC Closing Rank (Approx.) | 2026 SC Expected Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata | Computer Science and Engineering | 28,000 – 38,000 | 27,000 – 40,000 |
| RCC Institute of Information Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | 35,000 – 48,000 | 34,000 – 50,000 |
| Techno India Salt Lake | Computer Science and Engineering | 40,000 – 55,000 | 38,000 – 57,000 |
| Institute of Engineering and Management (IEM), Kolkata | Computer Science and Engineering | 48,000 – 65,000 | 46,000 – 68,000 |
| Narula Institute of Technology | Computer Science and Engineering | 55,000 – 75,000 | 53,000 – 78,000 |
| Future Institute of Engineering and Management | Computer Science and Engineering | 65,000 – 85,000 | 63,000 – 88,000 |
WBJEE 2026 SC Expected Cutoff by Branch
CSE and IT remain the most competitive branches even under the SC quota. The table below shows the expected SC closing rank range by branch across top-tier and mid-tier government colleges in 2026.
| Branch | SC Expected Closing Rank — Top Government (2026) | SC Expected Closing Rank — Mid Government (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1,900 – 7,000 | 10,500 – 25,000 |
| Information Technology | 2,500 – 9,000 | 12,000 – 28,000 |
| Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | 2,700 – 9,500 | 14,000 – 32,000 |
| Electrical Engineering | 4,000 – 12,000 | 18,000 – 38,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 5,200 – 15,000 | 22,000 – 45,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 8,000 – 18,000 | 28,000 – 55,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10,000 – 20,000 | 30,000 – 60,000 |
SC students with a rank below 5,000 have strong chances at Jadavpur University or IIEST Shibpur for CSE and allied branches. Students with ranks between 5,000 and 20,000 can target mid-tier government colleges for CSE or top-tier colleges for Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Factors Affecting WBJEE 2026 SC Category Cutoff
The following factors can cause the 2026 SC cutoffs to move higher or lower compared to 2025 figures:
- Total SC applicants: A larger SC candidate pool raises competition and pushes closing ranks higher.
- Exam difficulty: A tougher paper generally results in lower scores and slightly more relaxed cutoffs.
- Seat matrix changes: Any increase or decrease in SC reserved seats at a college directly affects its closing rank.
- Round-wise variation: Closing ranks usually tighten in Round 1 and ease in later rounds as preferred choices fill up. SC students who do not get a seat in Round 1 should participate in subsequent rounds.
- Domicile requirement: Only West Bengal domicile holders on the state SC list qualify for the reserved quota, which limits the competing pool compared to open-state exams.
WBJEE 2026 SC Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected WBJEE 2026 SC category cutoff for Jadavpur University CSE?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected WBJEE 2026 SC closing rank for Jadavpur University CSE is approximately 1,900 to 2,500. The actual cutoff will be confirmed by WBJEEB after counselling concludes.
Ques. How much reservation do SC students get in WBJEE participating colleges?
Ans. SC students get 22% reservation in seats at government-aided colleges in West Bengal that participate in WBJEE counselling.
Ques. When will the official WBJEE 2026 SC category cutoff be released?
Ans. The official WBJEE 2026 SC cutoff will be published by WBJEEB on wbjeeb.nic.in after each counselling round concludes, likely from July 2026 onwards.
Ques. Are SC cutoffs the same for private and government colleges in WBJEE?
Ans. No. Government colleges have much tighter SC cutoffs due to higher demand and limited seats. Private colleges generally have higher (more relaxed) SC closing ranks, often ranging from 27,000 to over 88,000 depending on the institution.
Ques. Can SC students from outside West Bengal apply under the SC quota in WBJEE?
Ans. No. SC quota seats at West Bengal government-aided colleges are reserved only for West Bengal domicile holders who belong to the SC category as per the state government’s list.
Ques. What rank should an SC student target to get CSE admission in a government college through WBJEE 2026?
Ans. An SC student with a WBJEE rank below 7,500 has a strong chance at top-tier government college CSE seats including Jadavpur University and IIEST Shibpur. Ranks between 7,500 and 25,000 open doors to mid-tier government colleges for CSE.
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