For KCET 2026, the topper mark is expected to be above 175 marks out of 180. Students who score within the mark range of 175 - 180 are expected to qualify as the top 10 rank holders in the KCET 2026 exam.
Students who have performed well in KCET should have also performed well in 2 PUC and scored near perfect scores as both have equal weightage.
- In KCET 2026 counselling, equal weightage is given to both 2 PUC and KCET exam (50:50 weightage).
- The safe score for CSE and other top branches in top colleges is expected to be above 170 marks out of 180.
- Whereas, the safe score for securing admission at mid-tier colleges for top branches is estimated to be above 150 marks out of 180.
- Students who score between 165 -175 marks can achieve a rank within the top 100.
- The result for KCET 2026 is expected to be released by late May or early June.
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Key Summary
- The expected KCET topper score is estimated to be above 175 marks (near to perfect score).
- The expected top range of score is estimated to be between 175 – 180 marks.
- Students scoring 165 – 175 marks are expected to fall under the top 10 - 100 rank.
- Any score above 150 marks is estimated to be within the expected top 500 rank.
- The KCET 2025 topper was Bhavesh Jayanthi who scored 99.06% in Engineering Stream and studied from CBSE Board.
- The KCET 2025 topper in Agriculture Stream was Akshay M Hegde who scored 98.08% and studied from Karnataka State Board.
KCET 2026 Expected Topper Marks and Previous Year Trend
The expected topper marks for KCET 2026, the stream, board of education and the topper score stream, and board of education in the past year is listed below:
| Year | Name | Percentage | Stream | Board of Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 175+ (Expected) | Engineering (Expected) | - |
| 2025 | Bhavesh Jayanthi | 99.06 | Engineering | CBSE |
| 2025 | Harishraj D V | 99.39 (179) | Pharmacy | CBSE |
| 2025 | Akshay M. Hegde | 98.08 | Agriculture | Karnataka State |
Also Check: KCET Result 2026 vs 2025: Pass Percentage, Toppers & Difficulty Comparison
Ques. Who are the toppers of KCET 2025?
Ans. The toppers list of KCET 2026 will include the names of students who will score the highest in the KCET 2026. In 2025, the KCET toppers included Bhavesh Jayanthi (rank 1), Satwik B Biradar (rank 2) and Dhinesh Gomathi Shankar Arunachalam (rank 3). The toppers list will be released along with the KCET 2026 result.
Ques. How many marks are required for KCET to get a rank below 5000 in 2026?
Ans. To secure a rank below 5000 in KCET 2026, you should aim for a score between 125 and 140+ marks out of 180 in the KCET exam, assuming high 2nd PUC board marks (above 90%). Because rank is determined by a 50:50 weightage of KCET and 2nd PUC (PCM) scores, a lower CET score requires higher board marks to achieve this rank.
KCET 2026 Expected Topper Marks: Engineering Stream
The table shows the expected rank range to marks ranges in both KCET 2026 (out of 180) and 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300), based on 2025 trends for Engineering.
| Expected Rank | Expected KCET Marks (out of 180) | 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300) (PCM) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 10 | 175 – 180 | 295 – 300 |
| 10 – 100 | 165 – 175 | 280 – 295 |
| 100 – 1,000 | 145 – 165 | 260 – 280 |
| 1,000 – 5,000 | 125 – 145 | 245 – 270 |
Ques. What rank is 70 marks in KCET?
Ans. A score of 70 marks in KCET 2026 (out of 180) is expected to secure a rank roughly in the range of 40,000 to 60,000+. This ranking depends heavily on your 2nd PUC/12th grade board marks, as the final rank is calculated using a 50/50 weightage of KCET scores and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Math) marks.
KCET 2026 Expected Topper Marks: Pharmacy Stream
The table shows the expected rank range to marks ranges in both KCET 2026 (out of 180) and 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300), based on 2025 trends for Pharmacy.
| Expected Rank | Expected KCET Marks (out of 180) | 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300) (PCB) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 10 | 170 – 175+ | 290 – 300 |
| 11 – 100 | 165 – 175 | 280 – 290 |
| 101 – 1,000 | 145 – 165 | 260 – 280 |
| 1,001 – 2,500 | 135 – 155 | 245 – 265 |
Ques. How much rank is required for B Pharmacy in KCET?
Ans. B.Pharmacy in KCET requires a safe rank to secure a seat in a good private college . Top government colleges, such as the Government College of Pharmacy Bangalore, typically require a top rank, generally under 15,000–20,000 for General Merit (GM) candidates.
KCET 2026 Expected Topper Marks: Agriculture Stream
The table shows the expected rank range to marks ranges in both KCET 2026 (out of 180) and 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300), based on 2025 trends for Agriculture.
| Expected Rank | Expected KCET Marks (out of 180) | 2nd PUC Board Marks (out of 300) (PCB) |
|---|---|---|
| Top 10 | 170 – 180 | 295 – 300 |
| Top 100 | 160 – 170 | 290 – 295 |
| Top 500 | 150 – 160 | 285 – 290 |
| Top 1,000 | 140 – 150 | 280 – 285 |
Ques: What is the KCET cutoff for BSc agriculture?
Ans. KCET agriculture cutoffs for B.Sc (Hons) in 2025 generally range from 4,000 to over 14,000 for top-tier government colleges under the General Merit (GM) category. Top institutions like the College of Agriculture, GKVK Campus, Bangalore, require higher ranks (approx. 4,300–5,500), while others range up to 17,000+.
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KCET 2026 Expected Cutoffs for Colleges
The expected cutoff ranks for admission at engineering, pharmacy and agriculture colleges can be estimated based on previous year trends.
Engineering Colleges Cutoff
| College | CSE | ISE (AI/ ML) | ECE | EEE | Mechanical/ Civil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RVCE | 200 – 500 | 450 – 750 | 600 – 1,100 | 1,100 – 2,800 | 3,000 – 11,000 |
| PES University | 1,000 – 2,500 | 1,200 – 3,000 | 2,500 – 4,000 | 5,000 – 8,500 | 15,000 – 22,000 |
| BMSCE | 1,500 – 3,500 | 1,800 – 4,000 | 3,500 – 5,000 | 7,000 – 11,500 | 18,000 – 38,000 |
| MSRIT | Under 2,000 | 2,200 – 4,500 | 3,200 – 4,800 | 5,200 – 9,500 | 15,000 – 34,000 |
| UVCE | 3,000 – 5,000 | 5,000 – 7,500 | 7,000 – 10,000 | 12,000 – 18,000 | 35,000 – 45,000 |
| BIT | 5,000 – 8,500 | 8,000 – 11,000 | 10,000 – 14,000 | 15,000 – 22,000 | 40,000 – 60,000 |
| SIT | 6,000 – 10,000 | 8,000 – 11,500 | 12,000 – 16,500 | 20,000 – 26,000 | 42,000 – 78,000 |
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Pharmacy Colleges Cutoff
| College | Expected Cutoff Rank |
|---|---|
| Government College of Pharmacy (GCP) | 10,000 – 25,000 |
| Al-Ameen College of Pharmacy | 25,000 – 60,000 |
| Acharya & B.M. Reddy College of Pharmacy | 30,000 – 80,000 |
| M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences | 40,000 – 90,000 |
| PES College of Pharmacy | 60,000 – 1,20,000 |
Also Check:
- List of B.Pharm Colleges in India Accepting KCET Based on 2026 Ranking
- List of Private B.Pharm Colleges in India Accepting KCET Based on 2026 Ranking
Agriculture Colleges Cutoff
| College | Location | Expected Cutoff Rank |
|---|---|---|
| College of Agriculture, GKVK Campus | Bangalore | 5,000 – 6,000 |
| College of Agriculture | Dharwad | 8,000 – 9,000 |
| College of Agriculture | Raichur | 8,000 – 14,000 |
| College of Agriculture, VC Farm | Mandya | 11,000 – 13,000 |
| College of Agriculture | Hassan | 11,000 – 13,000 |
Also Check: List of Government Agriculture Colleges in Karnataka Based on 2026 Ranking
Ques. Which college can I get with a 7000 rank in KCET?
Ans. With a KCET rank of 7,000, you can secure seats in reputable, top-tier private engineering colleges in Bangalore and Mysore, particularly for branches like Electronics, Information Science, or Mechanical. Prime options include NIE Mysore (CSE), SIT Tumkur (CSE), JSSSTU Mysore, RNSIT Bangalore, and specialized branches in MSRIT or BMSCE.
Ques. Which college is best for pharmacy in Karnataka?
Ans.Top pharmacy colleges in Karnataka for 2026 include elite institutions like Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS), JSS College of Pharmacy (Mysore), and Acharya & BM Reddy College of Pharmacy, primarily located in Bengaluru, Manipal, and Mysore. These institutions are consistently ranked top in India by NIRF for pharmacy education, offering B.Pharm, M.Pharm, and Pharm.D courses with high placement rates.
Ques. What is the KCET cutoff for Government College of Pharmacy Bangalore?
Ans. For the Government College of Pharmacy (GCP) Bangalore, the 2025 KCET cutoff for B.Pharm shows high competition, with General Merit (GM) closing around 15,873 - 20,284 ranks in later rounds. Reserved categories see closures up to 1,14,180 (SCK), but top seats generally close under 30,000.
Ques. Which college has the best placement for BSc Agriculture in Karnataka?
Ans. University of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore is the top Bsc in Agriculture college in Karnataka according to NIRF for the year 2023 under the Agriculture category.
KCET 2026 Expected Marks: Reddit Discussion
A Reddit user on r/KCETards shared that their score is expected to be 119 in KCET 2026 and they scored 93 in PCM. They asked what are the top colleges in Bangalore and Mysore where they can get admission with this score. Previous year students actively participated in this discussion and gave their suggestions.
Source: Reddit
KCET 2026 Toppers: Official PDFs Last 3 Years
Students can check their ranks once the rank list is released at the official website and can use the previous years’ rank lists to analyse their rank and score.
| Year | Document | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KCET 2026 Merit List PDF (Expected June 2026) | Official Portal (Active After Result) |
| 2025 | KCET 2025 Rank List | View PDF |
| 2024 | KCET 2024 Rank List | View PDF |
Note: PDFs are published by NTA after result declaration. All topper claims from coaching institutes mentioned above are unofficial until verified by NTA's official result. Links are updated as official documents are released.
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