CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE cutoff is not yet officially released; based on 2025 data, the expected General category closing rank at SOE Thrikkakkara is around 2,000–2,800 and at CUCEK Kuttanad around 5,000–7,000.
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) releases the B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering cutoff after every allotment round on admissions.cusat.ac.in. With the CUSAT CAT 2026 result declared on June 11 and counselling registration open from June 16, the first round seat allotment is expected in the last week of June 2026. The cutoff for B.Tech EEE differs by campus, category, and round — seats at SOE Thrikkakkara close at a lower rank number than those at CUCEK Kuttanad, and closing ranks extend outward with each successive counselling round.
- CUSAT CAT 2026 total marks: 900 (225 MCQs; +4 per correct answer, −1 per wrong answer).
- B.Tech EEE seats are offered at SOE Thrikkakkara and CUCEK Kuttanad; SOE is more competitive with lower closing rank numbers.
- In 2025, the General category closing rank for B.Tech EEE at SOE Thrikkakkara was approximately 1,230.
- OBC closing ranks for EEE have historically ranged from 3,100 to 3,932 at SOE based on 2022–2023 counselling data.
- Closing ranks move to higher numbers with each subsequent round as students upgrade to preferred branches or withdraw.
| Direct Link to CUSAT CAT 2026 Admissions Portal (ACTIVE) |
CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE: Key Details
CUSAT offers B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering through its School of Engineering (SOE) at Thrikkakkara and the CUSAT Centre for Engineering and Technology (CUCEK) at Kuttanad. The combined intake across both campuses is approximately 60 seats distributed across state merit, India merit, management, and NRI quotas. For 2026, CUSAT CAT revised its marking scheme to 4 marks per correct answer (previously 3), raising the total from 675 to 900 marks. Ranks are issued on the basis of normalized scores across Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry sections.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi |
| Total Marks (2026) | 900 (225 MCQs × 4 marks each) |
| Negative Marking | −1 per wrong answer |
| Result Declared | June 11, 2026 |
| Counselling Registration | From June 16, 2026 |
| First Allotment (Expected) | Last week of June 2026 |
| Campuses Offering B.Tech EEE | SOE Thrikkakkara and CUCEK Kuttanad |
| Official Cutoff Source | admissions.cusat.ac.in (released after each round) |
Previous Year B.Tech EEE Closing Ranks
The table below lists the opening and closing ranks for B.Tech EEE at CUSAT across major categories from 2020 to 2025. These figures represent the final closing rank across all counselling rounds combined and form the primary benchmark for estimating the 2026 cutoff. The wide General category spread seen in 2023 (661–9,962) reflects seats filled across both SOE and CUCEK over multiple rounds; SOE-specific closing ranks are considerably lower in that cycle.
| Year | General Opening Rank | General Closing Rank | OBC Closing Rank | SC Closing Rank | EWS Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ~500 | ~1,230 (SOE Thrikkakkara) | ~3,500 | ~10,000 | ~2,500 |
| 2023 | 661 | 9,962 (both campuses) | 3,932 | 13,962 | 2,733 |
| 2022 | 1,798 | 2,970 | 3,111 | 11,215 | 2,970 |
| 2021 | 1,770 | 2,328 | — | 6,947 | — |
| 2020 | 1,917 | 2,519 | 2,944 | 15,656 | 2,519 |
2025 figures reflect provisional rank data from the CUSAT admissions portal and are subject to final reconciliation. All other years reflect published counselling records.
Round-wise Cutoff Pattern for B.Tech EEE
CUSAT typically conducts three regular allotment rounds followed by a spot admission session. The General category closing rank for B.Tech EEE moves to higher numbers with each round as students who receive preferred branches in later rounds vacate their EEE seat. The projections below are expected round-wise closing ranks for 2026 based on prior counselling trends and are not official CUSAT announcements.
| Counselling Round | Expected Closing Rank – SOE Thrikkakkara (General) | Expected Closing Rank – CUCEK Kuttanad (General) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 (Late June 2026) | ~1,200–1,500 | ~2,500–3,500 | To be released |
| Round 2 (July 2026) | ~1,500–2,000 | ~3,500–5,000 | To be released |
| Round 3 (July 2026) | ~2,000–2,500 | ~5,000–6,500 | To be released |
| Spot Admission | ~2,500 and above | ~7,000 and above | To be released |
Students who list both SOE Thrikkakkara and CUCEK Kuttanad in their choice form in order of preference maximize their chances of securing a seat across rounds. Spot admission is the final opportunity and is conducted only for seats remaining after regular rounds close.
Factors Affecting the CUSAT CAT 2026 EEE Cutoff
The following variables determine where the B.Tech EEE closing rank lands in each counselling year:
- Revised marking scheme: The 2026 upgrade from 675 to 900 total marks shifts raw score levels upward, but since ranks are derived from relative and normalized performance, the rank-wise cutoff pattern for EEE remains broadly comparable to earlier cycles.
- Campus selection: SOE Thrikkakkara draws more applicants and therefore closes at a numerically lower rank than CUCEK Kuttanad for the same category and programme.
- Total applicant volume: A larger test-taker pool competing for the same seat count pushes closing ranks to higher numbers across all branches including EEE.
- Category quota: General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories each operate on separate rank lists with dedicated seat pools. Students must compare their rank against the closing rank of their own category.
- Upgrade and withdrawal behaviour: When students move to a preferred branch in later rounds, their vacated EEE seat opens for the next eligible rank — this is why later rounds always show higher closing rank numbers than Round 1.
Expected CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE Cutoff by Category
The table below presents the expected final closing ranks for B.Tech EEE in CUSAT CAT 2026 across all major categories, derived from 2020–2025 counselling trends. These are projections only; official cutoffs will be published on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each round concludes.
| Category | Expected Opening Rank (SOE) | Expected Closing Rank (SOE) | Expected Closing Rank (CUCEK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / State Merit | ~500–800 | ~2,000–2,800 | ~5,000–7,000 |
| OBC | ~800–1,200 | ~3,500–4,500 | ~6,000–8,000 |
| EWS | ~700–1,000 | ~2,500–3,200 | ~5,500–7,000 |
| SC | ~5,000–7,000 | ~10,000–13,000 | ~13,000–16,000 |
| ST | ~10,000+ | ~14,000+ | ~16,000+ |
| India Merit (General) | ~300–600 | ~1,500–2,500 | ~3,000–5,000 |
Students with a General category rank below 2,500 have strong prospects for B.Tech EEE at SOE Thrikkakkara by Round 2. Those in the 2,500–6,000 range should prioritize CUCEK Kuttanad and keep the spot admission round as a final safety window.
CUSAT CAT B.Tech EEE Cutoff 2026 FAQs
Ques. What is the expected CUSAT CAT 2026 closing rank for B.Tech EEE at SOE Thrikkakkara?
Ans. Based on 2022–2025 counselling trends, the expected General category closing rank at SOE Thrikkakkara for B.Tech EEE is around 2,000–2,800. In 2025, the recorded closing rank was approximately 1,230. These are projections; official figures will be published on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each allotment round.
Ques. How many counselling rounds does CUSAT conduct for B.Tech EEE?
Ans. CUSAT typically conducts three regular allotment rounds followed by a spot admission session. Round 1 is expected in late June 2026 and Rounds 2 and 3 in July 2026. Closing ranks extend to higher numbers with each round as students upgrade to preferred branches or withdraw.
Ques. What is the cutoff difference between SOE Thrikkakkara and CUCEK Kuttanad for B.Tech EEE?
Ans. SOE Thrikkakkara is significantly more competitive. Its General category closing rank typically falls around 2,000–2,800, while CUCEK Kuttanad sees closing ranks up to 5,000–7,000 for the same category. Students with ranks above 2,800 should list CUCEK as their primary viable option during choice filling.
Ques. Does the new CUSAT CAT 2026 marking scheme change the EEE rank cutoff?
Ans. CUSAT CAT 2026 awards 4 marks per correct answer (up from 3), raising the total to 900 marks. However, ranks are determined by relative and normalized performance, so the rank-wise cutoff pattern for B.Tech EEE remains broadly comparable to earlier years and prior trend-based projections still apply.
Ques. What is the expected OBC cutoff rank for CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE?
Ans. Based on 2022–2023 data, the OBC closing rank for B.Tech EEE at SOE Thrikkakkara ranged from 3,111 to 3,932. For 2026, the expected OBC closing rank at SOE is around 3,500–4,500. These are estimates derived from prior year trends and are not official CUSAT figures.
Ques. When will the official CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE cutoff be published?
Ans. The official CUSAT CAT 2026 B.Tech EEE cutoff will be released on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each allotment round. The first round is expected in late June 2026 and subsequent rounds will follow in July 2026.
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