The Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 cutoff for the General category at Assam Engineering College (AEC) Guwahati CSE is expected to close around rank 280–340, with the overall General category allotment estimated to span ranks 96 to 2,400 across all participating colleges, based on 2024 Round 1 counselling data.
Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) is expected to release the Round 1 seat allotment result on July 20, 2026 at astu.ac.in. Assam CEE 2026 is conducted for a total of 480 marks (120 questions, +4 for correct, −1 for wrong). General category students who have secured a rank can use the expected cutoff projections below — drawn from 2024 actual allotment data — to plan their choices before the official figures are announced.
- AEC Guwahati CSE Round 1 General closing rank is expected around 280–340.
- JEC Jorhat CSE Round 1 General closing rank is expected around 700–950.
- BBEC Kokrajhar CSE Round 1 General closing rank is expected around 950–1,200.
- The least competitive branches (Civil and Mechanical at tier-2 colleges) may close as high as rank 2,400–2,800.
- In 2024, General category allotments spanned ranks 96 to 2,339 across all colleges and branches combined.
- All projected ranks below are based on 2024 Round 1 trends; actual figures will be published at astu.ac.in on July 20, 2026.
| Direct Link to Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment (RELEASING JULY 20, 2026) — astu.ac.in |
What is Assam CEE Round 1 Cutoff?
The Assam CEE cutoff is the last rank at which a seat is allotted in a specific college-branch combination during a counselling round. ASTU publishes it as part of the seat allotment result — it is not released as a separate document. For the General category, the cutoff applies to the open merit pool, meaning students compete purely on rank without any reservation benefit.
- Opening rank = rank of the first student allotted a seat in a branch (typically rank 1 for the most competitive branch at AEC Guwahati).
- Closing rank = rank of the last student allotted in that branch; this is the benchmark for assessing your chances.
- A lower closing rank means higher competition; a higher closing rank means more seats are available relative to applicant demand.
- Round 1 always carries the tightest cutoffs. Subsequent rounds see higher closing ranks as vacated seats from withdrawals re-enter the pool.
AEC Guwahati Expected Round 1 Cutoff 2026 — General Category
Assam Engineering College (AEC) Guwahati is the most competitive institution under Assam CEE. Its CSE and IT branches carry the lowest closing ranks. The table below shows projected opening and closing ranks for General category students in Round 1, 2026, based on 2024 allotment trends.
| Branch | Expected Opening Rank (General) | Expected Closing Rank (General) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 1–10 | 280–340 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 100–150 | 490–580 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | 200–260 | 660–790 |
| Electrical Engineering (EEE) | 350–430 | 960–1,130 |
| Civil Engineering | 540–660 | 1,360–1,600 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 640–770 | 1,530–1,820 |
Students with General category ranks below 340 have a strong expected chance of securing AEC Guwahati CSE in Round 1. For EEE and Civil, ranks up to approximately 1,600 may receive allotment at AEC in this round.
JEC, JIST, BBEC and BVEC Expected Round 1 Cutoff 2026 — General Category
Students ranked beyond 340 can realistically target CSE and ECE seats at Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat Institute of Science and Technology (JIST), Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC) Kokrajhar, and Barak Valley Engineering College (BVEC) Silchar. Projected figures below are based on 2024 Round 1 data.
| College | Branch | Expected Opening Rank (General) | Expected Closing Rank (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEC, Jorhat | CSE | 280–360 | 700–950 |
| JEC, Jorhat | ECE | 560–700 | 1,130–1,400 |
| JEC, Jorhat | EEE | 840–1,020 | 1,720–2,080 |
| JEC, Jorhat | Civil | 1,090–1,320 | 2,080–2,480 |
| JEC, Jorhat | Mechanical | 1,280–1,520 | 2,180–2,620 |
| JIST, Jorhat | CSE | 380–470 | 880–1,080 |
| JIST, Jorhat | ECE | 710–860 | 1,470–1,790 |
| JIST, Jorhat | Civil | 1,280–1,560 | 2,300–2,720 |
| BBEC, Kokrajhar | CSE | 440–550 | 950–1,200 |
| BBEC, Kokrajhar | ECE | 790–960 | 1,680–2,080 |
| BBEC, Kokrajhar | Civil | 1,480–1,780 | 2,580–3,080 |
| BVEC, Silchar | CSE | 640–790 | 1,380–1,680 |
| BVEC, Silchar | ECE | 1,030–1,270 | 2,020–2,420 |
All figures are projected from 2024 Round 1 trends. Students ranked between 950 and 1,200 can target BBEC or JIST CSE as a realistic Round 1 allotment under the General category.
Assam CEE 2024 Round 1 Cutoff Reference Data — General Category
The 2026 projections above are anchored in the following 2024 Round 1 actual closing rank data for the General category. Official PDFs for all rounds are available at astu.ac.in after each counselling cycle concludes.
| College | Branch | 2024 Round 1 Closing Rank — General |
|---|---|---|
| AEC Guwahati | CSE | ~300–360 |
| AEC Guwahati | Civil | ~1,350–1,560 |
| AEC Guwahati | Mechanical | ~1,460–1,720 |
| JEC Jorhat | CSE | ~750–970 |
| Overall range — all colleges, all branches, General category | 96 – 2,339 | |
In 2024, rank 96 was the first allotment (opening rank at AEC Guwahati CSE) and rank 2,339 was the last allotment (closing rank at the least competitive branch across all participating colleges) for the General category in Round 1. Branch-wise data for all colleges and categories is published in an official PDF on the ASTU portal after each round.
Factors Affecting Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 Cutoff
Understanding what drives the cutoff each year helps you set realistic expectations when filling choices in Round 1.
- Number of qualified students: A larger pool of students clearing the qualifying mark threshold pushes closing ranks lower (tighter competition).
- Total seat intake: Any government-approved increase in sanctioned seats at a college or branch directly relaxes the closing rank for that combination.
- Exam difficulty: A harder Assam CEE paper (out of 480 marks) compresses scores, which can slightly shift rank distributions and ease closing ranks.
- Choice-filling patterns: Concentrated preference for AEC Guwahati CSE lowers its closing rank while less-preferred branches see higher (more accessible) closing ranks.
- Number of counselling rounds: Round 1 always sees the strictest cutoffs. Each subsequent round typically relaxes closing ranks by 5–15% as vacated seats re-enter the pool.
- Category composition: General category is the largest pool. OBC and MOBC closing ranks are typically 10–20% more relaxed numerically than General for the same branch.
Assam CEE Cutoff 2026 FAQs
Ques. When will the Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 cutoff be released?
Ans. The Round 1 seat allotment result and the corresponding college-branch-wise closing ranks are expected to be released on July 20, 2026 at astu.ac.in. Students can log in with their application number and password to view the allotted seat and the branch-wise rank data.
Ques. What is the expected AEC Guwahati CSE closing rank for General category in Round 1 2026?
Ans. Based on 2024 Round 1 trends, the expected closing rank for AEC Guwahati CSE in Round 1 for the General category is approximately 280–340. This is a projected estimate; the confirmed figure will be available after the allotment result on July 20, 2026.
Ques. Is the Round 1 cutoff the same as the final Assam CEE cutoff?
Ans. No. The Round 1 cutoff is always the strictest across all counselling rounds. In Rounds 2 and 3, closing ranks typically rise as seats vacated by students who withdraw or receive a better allotment become available. Students who do not receive their preferred seat in Round 1 should remain active in subsequent rounds.
Ques. How is the General category Assam CEE cutoff different from OBC or SC/ST cutoffs?
Ans. General category students compete in the open merit pool without any reservation benefit. OBC, MOBC, SC, and ST cutoffs are maintained as separate rank lists under their respective reservation quotas. Their closing ranks are typically 10–20% higher numerically (less competitive) than the General category closing rank for the same college and branch.
Ques. What should I do if my rank is just above the expected closing rank for my preferred branch?
Ans. Fill choices strategically: list your most preferred branch first and add one or two realistic backup branches and colleges in descending order of preference. The system allots the best available seat matching your choices in rank order. Do not skip the Round 1 choice-filling window even if you expect to narrowly miss your top preference — a backup allotment keeps you in the process for Round 2 upgrades.
Ques. How many colleges participate in Assam CEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. Approximately 8 to 10 government engineering colleges participate in Assam CEE counselling each year, including AEC Guwahati, JEC Jorhat, JIST Jorhat, BBEC Kokrajhar, BVEC Silchar, Dhemaji Engineering College, Golaghat Engineering College, and IST Gauhati University. The confirmed list for 2026 will be notified by ASTU at astu.ac.in.
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