Candidates with a COMEDK 2026 rank below 60000 can B.Tech admission at top private engineering colleges in Karnataka for Mechanical, Civil, EEE and selected CSE specialisations branches.
- Candidates with 30000-40000 rank range can get seats in colleges such as BMSITM, SJBIT, CITECH and GAT for core engineering branches.
- Candidates ranked between 45000-50000 can get admission in colleges such as AIT, KLETU, EWIT and ACS College of Engineering.
- In COMEDK 2025, more than 15000 engineering seats are vacant after Round 3 counselling which improves admission opportunities in later counselling rounds for lower ranked candidates.
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Key Summary
- The COMEDK 2026 result is expected on May 29 2026 while the counselling process is expected to begin from July 2026 through the official COMEDK portal.
- Branch selection is important in the 50000-60000 rank range as CSE seats remain comparatively difficult at top colleges while Mechanical, Civil, EEE and AI related branches is accessible.
- All rank and admission estimates are based on official COMEDK 2024 and 2025 closing rank trends and should be treated as expected projections until the official 2026 cutoff list is released.
COMEDK 2026 : Rank-Wise College List For Low Rank
Candidates ranked between 30000-40000 in COMEDK 2026 can expect admission in CSE and AI & ML branches at mid tier colleges such as BMSITM, CIT and SJBIT.
- The 40000-50000 rank range is competitive for Mechanical, EEE and ECE branches at colleges such as MCE and KSIT.
- Candidates in the 50000-60000 rank can get limited CSE but Civil, Mechanical and ECE branches are accessible at colleges like Acharya Institute of Technology and ACSCE.
- Candidates should choose lower demand branches such as Civil or Mechanical Engineering instead of CSE which can improve the chances of securing admission at reputed colleges within the same rank range.
- During the final COMEDK counselling rounds, additional seats become available across many colleges and candidates with ranks even beyond 70000 secured admissions in Round 4 during COMEDK 2025.
| Rank Range | College Name | Branches Available |
|---|---|---|
| 30000 - 40000 | BMS Institute of Technology (BMSIT) | AI and ML, CSE, Mechanical, EEE |
| Cambridge Institute of Technology | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | |
| SJB Institute of Technology | CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil | |
| Global Academy of Technology | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | |
| KLE Technological University | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical | |
| 40,000 to 50,000 | Malnad College of Engineering | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil |
| Alliance College of Engineering and Design | CSE, AI and ML, ECE | |
| KS Institute of Technology | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical | |
| Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology | CSE, Mechanical, Civil, ECE | |
| SDM College of Engineering and Technology (SDMCET) | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | |
| 50,000 to 60,000 | Acharya Institute of Technology | CSE (closing rank ~41,733 in 2023), Mechanical, Civil, ECE |
| ACS College of Engineering | CSE, ECE, Mechanical | |
| East West Institute of Technology | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical | |
| Maharaja Institute of Technology | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | |
| KLE College of Engineering and Technology | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | |
| Ballari Institute of Technology and Management | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil |
Source: COMEDK 2025 official closing ranks; 2026 projections are estimated based on previous year trends. Official 2026 cutoffs will be released at comedk.org after counselling.
Ques. Can I get CSE with a rank of 50000 in COMEDK 2026?
Ans. Yes, candidates with 50000 rank in COMEDK 2026 can get CSE but the options are limited. Based on 2025 data, Acharya Institute of Technology accepted CSE students with ranks up to around 41,000 to 45,000 in Round 4. A rank of 50,000 may qualify for CSE at less competitive private colleges in later rounds.
Ques. Which branches are most accessible for COMEDK ranks between 45000 and 60000?
Ans. Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, EEE, and ECE are most accessible for ranks between 45,000 and 60,000. These branches have higher closing ranks (less competition) and open opportunities at both Bangalore-based and outstation Karnataka colleges.
COMEDK 2026 : Branch-Wise Expected Closing Ranks For Low Rank Range
CSE is the most competitive branch in all COMEDK participating colleges and mid tier institutes closing rank for CSE seats is under 50000 rank range during the initial counselling rounds.
- Colleges such as Acharya Institute of Technology and BNMIT have comparatively tighter closing ranks for CSE branches.
- ECE closing rank is higher ranks than CSE which makes it accessible for candidates in the 20000-60000 rank range at Karnataka engineering colleges.
- Candidates in this rank range can get ECE admission at colleges such as BNMIT and SDMCET.
- Mechanical and Civil Engineering is the most accessible branches in the 35000-80000 rank with seats at Karnataka colleges.
- AI and ML specialisations have become increasingly competitive in recent years and their closing ranks at several mid-tier colleges are now comparable to ECE branches.
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank (Mid Tier Colleges) | Example Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | 15000 - 45000 | Acharya Institute, BNM Institute, CMR Institute |
| AI and ML / Data Science | 25000 - 55000 | Alliance University, Dayananda Sagar Academy, Global Academy |
| ECE | 20000 - 60000 | BNM Institute, SDMCET Dharwad, East West Institute |
| EEE | 30000 - 65000 | KLE Technological University, SJB Institute, Malnad College |
| Mechanical Engineering | 35000 - 75000 | KLS Gogte Institute, JNNCE, ACS College |
| Civil Engineering | 40000 - 80000 | Maharaja Institute, Ballari Institute, SDMCET Dharwad |
Source: Based on COMEDK 2024 and 2025 official round 4 closing ranks; 2026 figures are expected estimates.
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COMEDK 2026 : Good Outstation Colleges for Low Rank
Engineering colleges located in cities such as Hubballi, Dharwad, Mysuru and Hassan accept higher closing ranks compared to Bengaluru based colleges in COMEDK counselling.
- Candidates who did not secure CSE seats at Bengaluru colleges with their rank can get admission opportunities in CSE or ECE branches at reputed outstation institutes across Karnataka.
- SDMCET and KLETU are considered among the strongest non-Bengaluru COMEDK colleges because of their industry connections, placement records and NAAC A+ accreditation.
- Malnad College of Engineering is known for strong core engineering placements in branches such as Mechanical and ECE and has accepted candidates with ranks up to 55000 in several branches.
| College Name | Location | Branches Available | Expected Closing Rank (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDM College of Engineering and Technology | Dharwad | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | Up to 55,000 |
| KLE Technological University | Hubli | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical | Up to 50,000 |
| Malnad College of Engineering | Hassan | ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil | Up to 55,000 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering (JNNCE) | Shimoga | CSE, Mechanical, Civil | Up to 60,000 |
| Maharaja Institute of Technology | Mysore | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | Up to 60,000 |
| Coorg Institute of Technology | Ponnampet | CSE, ECE, Mechanical | Up to 65,000 |
Source: Based on COMEDK 2024 and 2025 trend data; 2026 figures are expected.
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What Should Students Do Next with a Rank Below 60000?
- Fill More Choices During Counselling:
Candidates should fill as many college and branch choices as possible during COMEDK counselling as adding more preferences improves the chances of seat allotment across multiple rounds.
- Do Not Withdraw from Round 1:
Candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 are advised not to withdraw immediately and instead continue with the upgrade option in later rounds to improve college or branch allocation chances.
- Consider Outstation Colleges:
Engineering colleges located in cities such as Hubballi, Dharwad, Mysuru and Hassan close at higher ranks than many Bengaluru colleges for the same engineering branches.
- Check the Karnataka Kanda Rajyotsava (KKR) Category:
Candidates belonging to the Karnataka Kanda Rajyotsava (KKR) category should carefully check KKR-specific seats during counselling as separate category allocations in later rounds may improve access to better colleges at the same rank.
- Mop-up and Spot Rounds:
Mop-up and spot counselling rounds become important for candidates in the 50000-70000 rank range as a large number of seats become available after earlier counselling rounds. In COMEDK 2025, more than 15000 seats reportedly became available during the Round 4 counselling process.
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COMEDK Cutoff Official PDFs : Last 3 Years
Candidates can download the official COMEDK cutoff PDFs from the links below to verify closing ranks from previous counselling rounds.
| Year | Document | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | COMEDK UGET 2025 Round 4 Cutoff (Closing Ranks) | View on Official Site |
| 2024 | COMEDK UGET 2024 Final Round Cutoff PDF | View on Official Site |
| 2023 | COMEDK UGET 2023 Final Round Cutoff PDF | View on Official Site |
Best Colleges for Low Rank in COMEDK 2026 FAQs
Ques. Which college can I get with a 40,000 rank in COMEDK 2026?
Ans. With a rank of 40000, candidates can get seats in colleges like BMSIT, Cambridge Institute of Technology, SJB Institute of Technology, Global Academy of Technology and KLE Technological University for branches like CSE, ECE, Mechanical or EEE based on previous year trends.
Ques. Is 55,000 a good rank in COMEDK 2026?
Ans. A rank of 55000 is considered lower merit in COMEDK. Candidates can get admission in institutes like Acharya Institute of Technology, East West Institute of Technology, Maharaja Institute of Technology and Ballari Institute of Technology for core branches and in later rounds of counselling.
Ques. Can I get a government college with a rank of 60,000 in COMEDK 2026?
Ans. No. COMEDK scores are only for private unaided engineering colleges in Karnataka. Government and government aided colleges in Karnataka use the KCET score for admission. A rank of 60000 in COMEDK does not qualify for government colleges.
Ques. When will the official COMEDK 2026 cutoff be released?
Ans. The official COMEDK 2026 cutoff will be released round wise on comedk.org after the seat allotment results for each counselling round. Counselling is expected to begin in July 2026. The official Round 1 cutoff is released within 24 to 48 hours of each allotment result.
Ques. How many rounds of counselling does COMEDK conduct?
Ans. COMEDK typically conducts 4 rounds of counselling which includes Round 1 (General Merit), Round 2 (KKR Category seats), Round 3 and Round 4 (General Merit). Candidates with lower ranks should participate in all rounds, especially Round 4 which is the mop up round with the most vacant seats.
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