Based on 2023–24 allotment trends, the expected CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC closing rank for CSE is 2,800–3,500 after all rounds, while ECE closes tightest among all BTech branches at roughly 1,600–2,000 for both OBC and SEBC students.
CUSAT CAT 2026 result was declared on June 11, 2026, and BTech seat allotment rounds are expected to begin in late June 2026. The official cutoff is expressed as a closing rank — the last category rank allotted a seat in each round. OBC students compete within the 27% OBC quota while SEBC students fall under a separate 3% quota at Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi. Both category closing ranks are published branch-wise on admissions.cusat.ac.in after every allotment round.
- OBC students receive 27% of total BTech seats at CUSAT; SEBC students receive a separate 3% quota.
- ECE OBC closing rank in 2023 was 1,845 — tighter than CSE (3,223) and IT (2,161), making it the most competitive branch for reserved categories.
- Civil Engineering has the most relaxed OBC cutoff, closing at rank 12,029 in the final round of 2023.
- CUSAT CAT 2026 carries 900 total marks (225 MCQs, +4 per correct answer, –1 per wrong answer), revised upward from the 675-mark scale used before 2026.
- Round 1 OBC closing ranks are typically 2–3 times tighter than the final round for high-demand branches such as CSE and ECE.
| Direct Link to CUSAT CAT 2026 Allotment and Cutoff — admissions.cusat.ac.in |
CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC Expected Cutoff Round-Wise
The expected closing ranks for OBC category (27% quota) are based on 2023 and 2024 allotment data published on admissions.cusat.ac.in. Round 1 closes significantly tighter than the final round because vacated and upgraded seats re-enter the pool in later rounds. All figures below are expected estimates based on previous year trends and will be replaced by official closing ranks once allotments begin.
| Branch | Round 1 Expected OBC Rank | Round 2 Expected OBC Rank | Round 3 Final Expected OBC Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 1,200 – 1,500 | 2,000 – 2,500 | 2,800 – 3,500 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 700 – 900 | 1,200 – 1,500 | 1,600 – 2,000 |
| Information Technology | 800 – 1,100 | 1,500 – 1,800 | 2,000 – 2,500 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1,500 – 2,000 | 2,500 – 3,000 | 3,500 – 4,200 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3,000 – 3,500 | 5,000 – 5,800 | 6,500 – 7,800 |
| Safety and Fire Engineering | 1,800 – 2,500 | 3,000 – 3,800 | 4,500 – 5,500 |
| Civil Engineering | 5,000 – 6,500 | 7,500 – 9,000 | 10,000 – 12,500 |
| Chemical Engineering | 3,500 – 4,500 | 5,500 – 7,000 | 7,500 – 10,000 |
| Naval Architecture and Ship Building | 600 – 900 | 900 – 1,400 | 1,200 – 1,800 |
Ranks above are OBC category closing ranks, not All India Ranks. All figures are expected; official data will be published on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each allotment round in 2026.
CUSAT CAT 2026 SEBC Expected Cutoff Round-Wise
SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes) is a Kerala state reservation category with a 3% quota at CUSAT. Because only 3% of seats are reserved under SEBC, the number of seats per branch is very small — often just one to three seats. Expected SEBC closing ranks are shown below; actual cutoffs may shift noticeably depending on the number of SEBC applicants in each branch.
| Branch | Round 1 Expected SEBC Rank | Round 2 Expected SEBC Rank | Round 3 Final Expected SEBC Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 800 – 1,200 | 1,400 – 1,800 | 2,000 – 2,800 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 500 – 700 | 900 – 1,200 | 1,300 – 1,700 |
| Information Technology | 600 – 900 | 1,100 – 1,400 | 1,700 – 2,200 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1,100 – 1,600 | 1,800 – 2,400 | 2,800 – 3,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2,500 – 3,000 | 4,000 – 5,000 | 5,500 – 6,500 |
| Safety and Fire Engineering | 1,400 – 2,000 | 2,500 – 3,200 | 3,800 – 5,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 4,000 – 5,500 | 6,500 – 8,000 | 8,500 – 11,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | 3,000 – 4,000 | 4,500 – 6,000 | 6,500 – 9,000 |
| Naval Architecture and Ship Building | 500 – 800 | 800 – 1,200 | 1,100 – 1,600 |
All ranks are SEBC category closing ranks. With only 3% of seats under SEBC, a small change in applicant numbers can move the closing rank significantly. Official SEBC closing ranks will appear on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each allotment round.
Previous Year OBC Closing Rank Comparison
The table compares final OBC closing ranks across 2022 and 2023 based on last-rank data published by the CUSAT Directorate of Admissions. This year-wise comparison helps students gauge how the 2026 cutoff may move relative to known benchmarks.
| Branch | OBC Final Closing Rank 2022 | OBC Final Closing Rank 2023 | Expected 2026 Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 1,880 | 3,223 | Slight increase over 2023 likely |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | — | 1,845 | Stable; likely 1,700–2,100 |
| Information Technology | — | 2,161 | Stable; likely 2,000–2,600 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 3,111 | 3,932 | Moderate increase likely |
| Mechanical Engineering | — | 7,460 | Stable; likely 6,500–8,000 |
| Safety and Fire Engineering | 2,196 | 5,185 | Stable around the 2023 level |
| Civil Engineering | 2,777 | 12,029 | Wide range expected; 10,000–13,000 |
The wide movement in Civil Engineering OBC closing ranks across years reflects changes in seat allocation and total OBC applicant volume. ECE consistently records the tightest OBC closing rank across all years for which complete data is available, and this pattern is expected to continue in 2026.
Factors Affecting CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC and SEBC Cutoff
- Total applicants per category: A larger OBC or SEBC applicant pool pushes the closing rank number higher as more students compete for the same quota seats.
- Seat intake per branch: High-intake branches like Civil Engineering absorb more students and close at a higher, more relaxed rank than low-intake branches like ECE or Naval Architecture.
- Revised marking pattern: The new 900-mark scale for CUSAT CAT 2026 — revised from 675 marks — may shift how scores cluster, altering the rank distribution at the margin compared to previous years.
- Upgrade and vacancy rounds: Students who secure a lower-preference branch in Round 1 and then upgrade in Round 2 free a seat that re-enters the pool, relaxing the cutoff progressively across rounds.
- SEBC seat scarcity per branch: At 3% total seats, a SEBC branch quota may have just one or two seats. A single additional SEBC applicant above the seat count can shift the closing rank by hundreds of positions.
- Kerala domicile requirement: OBC and SEBC quotas at CUSAT apply only to Kerala domicile students with valid reservation certificates, keeping the eligible pool predictable and relatively stable year on year.
How to Check CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC and SEBC Cutoff
- Open admissions.cusat.ac.in and go to the Allotment or Last Rank Details section once the official allotment notification is released.
- Select B.Tech as the programme and choose the allotment round you want to check.
- Filter the category column for OBC or SEBC to display only reserved-category closing ranks.
- Find your preferred branch in the list and note the closing rank for that round.
- Compare the closing rank with your CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC or SEBC category rank — if your rank number is lower than the closing rank, you are within the cutoff for that branch and round.
Last-rank lists are typically published within 24–48 hours of each official allotment announcement. Students should check the portal after every round notification to track how OBC and SEBC closing ranks shift as seats are vacated and upgraded across branches.
CUSAT CAT 2026 OBC SEBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OBC closing rank for CSE at CUSAT CAT 2026?
Ans. Based on 2023–24 trends, the expected OBC closing rank for CSE is 1,200–1,500 in Round 1 and 2,800–3,500 after the final round. Official figures will be published on admissions.cusat.ac.in once allotment rounds begin in late June 2026.
Ques. What percentage of CUSAT BTech seats are reserved for OBC and SEBC students?
Ans. OBC students receive 27% of total BTech seats at CUSAT while SEBC students receive a separate 3% quota. Both quotas are available only to Kerala domicile students holding a valid reservation certificate in the respective category.
Ques. Is SEBC the same as OBC at CUSAT?
Ans. No. SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes) is a Kerala state category distinct from the OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) category. They compete under separate quotas — SEBC at 3% and OBC at 27%. Students must confirm which category their certificate belongs to before filling in the allotment options.
Ques. Which BTech branch has the tightest OBC cutoff at CUSAT?
Ans. Based on 2023 official last-rank data, Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) recorded an OBC closing rank of 1,845 — tighter than CSE (3,223) and IT (2,161). ECE is expected to remain the most competitive branch for OBC and SEBC students in 2026.
Ques. Does the CUSAT OBC cutoff change across allotment rounds?
Ans. Yes. CUSAT conducts three regular allotment rounds plus a spot round. The OBC and SEBC closing rank relaxes with each round as upgraded and declined seats re-enter the pool. Round 1 is the most competitive, and the final-round closing rank is typically 1.5–3 times higher (more relaxed) than Round 1 for popular branches.
Ques. When will the official CUSAT CAT 2026 round-wise cutoff be released?
Ans. The official round-wise OBC and SEBC closing ranks for 2026 will be published on admissions.cusat.ac.in after each BTech allotment round, with allotments expected to start in late June–July 2026. Students should bookmark the portal and check after every official allotment notification for the latest category-wise closing ranks.
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