Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 cutoff is expected on July 20, 2026 — and based on 2025 data, AEC Guwahati CSE closing rank for the UR category has tightened from approximately 220 in 2025 to an expected 200 in 2026 Round 1.
Assam CEE, conducted by Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), is the gateway to B.Tech admissions at government engineering colleges in Assam. Round 1 counselling distributes the most sought-after seats first. Comparing 2025 and 2026 Round 1 opening ranks (OR) and closing ranks (CR) helps you set realistic preferences before the July 2026 counselling deadline and identify where ranks shifted — and why.
- AEC Guwahati CSE 2026 Round 1 closing rank is expected around 200 for the UR category, tightening from approximately 220 in 2025.
- JEC Jorhat CSE closing rank is expected around 340 in 2026 Round 1, compared to approximately 380 in 2025.
- BBEC Kokrajhar CSE is expected to close around rank 1,060 in 2026 Round 1, compared to 1,100 in 2025.
- Mechanical and Civil Engineering closing ranks are expected to relax slightly across most colleges in 2026, reflecting softer demand for core engineering branches.
- ST category students see the widest closing rank spread — ST-quota CSE seats at BBEC Kokrajhar closed at approximately rank 4,000 in 2025 Round 1.
| Direct Link — Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 Cutoff (Expected July 20, 2026) — astu.ac.in |
Assam CEE Round 1 Cutoff 2026 vs 2025 Overview
Round 1 is the most competitive counselling round — top-ranked students fill AEC Guwahati and JEC Jorhat seats first before later rounds open. The 2025 Round 1 cutoff set the benchmark; 2026 trends, driven by higher registration volumes and approximately 1,825 unchanged government seats across 8 colleges, point to a modest tightening of closing ranks in CSE and ECE with slight relaxation in Mechanical and Civil Engineering.
| Metric | 2025 Round 1 (Actual) | 2026 Round 1 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| AEC Guwahati CSE Closing Rank — UR | ~220 | ~200 |
| JEC Jorhat CSE Closing Rank — UR | ~380 | ~340 |
| AEC Guwahati ECE Closing Rank — UR | ~410 | ~380 |
| JEC Jorhat ECE Closing Rank — UR | ~790 | ~755 |
| BBEC Kokrajhar CSE Closing Rank — UR | ~1,100 | ~1,060 |
| Trend — CSE and ECE | Competitive | More competitive |
| Trend — Mechanical and Civil | Moderate | Slightly relaxed |
College-Wise Opening and Closing Rank Comparison
The table below shows 2025 actual Round 1 opening ranks (OR) and closing ranks (CR) alongside 2026 expected figures for the UR category. All 2026 figures are expected based on 2025 trends and are not yet confirmed.
| College | Branch | 2025 OR — UR | 2025 CR — UR | 2026 Exp. OR | 2026 Exp. CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | CSE | 1 | 220 | 1 | 200 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | ECE | 160 | 410 | 150 | 380 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Electrical Engineering | 300 | 660 | 285 | 630 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Mechanical Engineering | 430 | 910 | 445 | 930 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Civil Engineering | 510 | 1,060 | 525 | 1,085 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | CSE | 201 | 380 | 201 | 340 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | ECE | 355 | 790 | 335 | 755 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Electrical Engineering | 580 | 1,110 | 600 | 1,140 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Mechanical Engineering | 680 | 1,310 | 700 | 1,345 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Civil Engineering | 760 | 1,510 | 780 | 1,545 |
| Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC), Kokrajhar | CSE | 540 | 1,100 | 520 | 1,060 |
| Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC), Kokrajhar | ECE | 830 | 1,610 | 805 | 1,565 |
| Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC), Kokrajhar | Mechanical Engineering | 1,100 | 2,110 | 1,130 | 2,150 |
| Bongaigaon Engineering College (BEC), Bongaigaon | CSE | 650 | 1,260 | 625 | 1,210 |
| Bongaigaon Engineering College (BEC), Bongaigaon | ECE | 950 | 1,860 | 920 | 1,810 |
CSE at AEC Guwahati holds the tightest closing rank in the entire Assam CEE system. For students ranked 221 to 380 in 2025 (UR), JEC CSE was the most viable Round 1 alternative when AEC CSE was out of reach.
Branch-Wise Rank Shift Analysis
Looking across all Assam CEE colleges, two patterns define the 2025-to-2026 rank movement:
- CSE and ECE closing ranks tighten year on year — rising student preference for software and electronics roles drives more top-ranked students into these branches, compressing closing ranks even when seat counts hold steady.
- Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical closing ranks relax slightly — softer demand from high-ranked students means seats fill at progressively higher numerical ranks each cycle.
| Branch | Avg. Round 1 CR 2025 — UR | Avg. Round 1 CR 2026 — UR (Exp.) | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | ~740 | ~703 | Tighter by ~37 ranks |
| ECE | ~1,168 | ~1,128 | Tighter by ~40 ranks |
| Electrical Engineering | ~885 | ~885 | Stable |
| Mechanical Engineering | ~1,443 | ~1,475 | Relaxed by ~32 ranks |
| Civil Engineering | ~1,285 | ~1,315 | Relaxed by ~30 ranks |
Students ranked between 340 and 755 in 2026 (UR) have strong Round 1 options in ECE at AEC Guwahati (expected closing rank ~380) and ECE at JEC Jorhat (expected closing rank ~755), based on 2025 closing rank trends.
Category-Wise Cutoff Trends
Assam CEE counselling follows the Government of Assam reservation policy, which includes UR, OBC/MOBC, SC, and ST categories. Reserved-category students benefit from numerically higher closing ranks — more students in these categories secure seats in Round 1 without waiting for later rounds. The data below is based on 2025 Round 1 actuals; 2026 category cutoffs are expected to follow the same relative pattern.
| College | Branch | 2025 CR — UR | 2025 CR — OBC/MOBC | 2025 CR — SC | 2025 CR — ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEC, Guwahati | CSE | 220 | 380 | 720 | 1,250 |
| AEC, Guwahati | ECE | 410 | 630 | 1,120 | 1,820 |
| JEC, Jorhat | CSE | 380 | 620 | 1,280 | 2,200 |
| JEC, Jorhat | ECE | 790 | 1,120 | 1,970 | 3,120 |
| BBEC, Kokrajhar | CSE | 1,100 | 1,650 | 2,800 | 4,000 |
ST category students hold a decisive Round 1 advantage at every college. At BBEC Kokrajhar, ST-quota CSE seats closed at approximately rank 4,000 in 2025 — meaning students ranked well beyond 3,000 could still secure a government B.Tech seat in Round 1 under ST quota.
What Drove the Rank Shift in 2026
Five factors explain why Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 closing ranks are expected to shift from 2025:
- Higher registration volume: Assam CEE 2026 results were declared on June 26, 2026 with counselling registration opening July 10. Higher applicant counts competing for the same seat pool compress closing ranks at top colleges.
- Unchanged seat matrix: Approximately 1,825 government seats across 8 colleges held stable from 2025. With no new seats added, even a modest registration increase translates directly into tighter closing ranks.
- CSE demand surge: National demand for software professionals keeps pushing top-ranked students into CSE first, narrowing closing ranks for this branch at every participating college year on year.
- Round 1 lock-in effect: Students who accept Round 1 allotments and do not exercise the upgrade option lock their seats. A higher lock-in rate in CSE reduces Round 2 availability, reinforcing Round 1 pressure for these branches.
- Core branch demand softening: Consistent year-on-year drop in first-preference choices for Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering explains their slight closing rank relaxation in 2026 — the same number of seats chase fewer eager takers.
Assam CEE 2026 vs 2025 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. When will the Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 cutoff be released?
Ans. Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment and cutoff is expected to be published on July 20, 2026 at the official ASTU portal astu.ac.in.
Ques. What is the expected CSE closing rank at AEC Guwahati in Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 for UR students?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected CSE closing rank at AEC Guwahati in 2026 Round 1 for UR students is around 200, tightening from approximately 220 in 2025 Round 1.
Ques. Is the Assam CEE 2026 cutoff more competitive than in 2025?
Ans. Yes, for CSE and ECE the 2026 Round 1 closing ranks are expected to tighten by approximately 30 to 40 ranks compared to 2025, based on higher applicant volume and stable seat availability. Mechanical and Civil Engineering closing ranks are expected to relax slightly.
Ques. What is the difference between opening rank and closing rank in Assam CEE?
Ans. The opening rank (OR) is the best merit rank allotted a seat in a given college-branch-round combination. The closing rank (CR) is the highest numerical merit rank that still received a seat in the same combination. If your Assam CEE rank falls between the OR and CR for your category, you have a strong chance of securing that seat in that round.
Ques. Can I get a seat if my rank is beyond the Assam CEE Round 1 closing rank?
Ans. Yes. Assam CEE counselling has three main rounds plus spot rounds. Round 2 and Round 3 closing ranks are typically more relaxed than Round 1, as seats vacated by students who upgrade or withdraw become available for students with higher numerical ranks.
Ques. Where can I access the official Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 cutoff?
Ans. The official Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result will be published at astu.ac.in on July 20, 2026. Students can log in to the counselling portal with their Assam CEE credentials to check allotment status and download the allotment letter.
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