Students scoring 80 marks in CG PAT 2026 can expect a rank between 3,000 and 5,500, based on CG PAT 2024 and 2025 participation and cutoff trends.

CG PAT 2026 is conducted by CG Vyapam for admission to B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry, and allied programmes across Chhattisgarh. The exam is out of 150 marks, and 80 marks is 53.3% of the total. Admission prospects depend on your category and target college.

  • Total marks in CG PAT 2026: 150 (150 MCQs, 1 mark each)
  • 80 marks = approximately 53.3% of the total
  • Expected rank for 80 marks (General): 3,000–5,500
  • SC and ST students at 80 marks have significantly better category rank
  • Government college admission is competitive at this score for General category students
Direct Link to CG PAT 2026 Result (OUT)

CG PAT 2026 Exam Overview and Total Marks

CG PAT 2026 carries 150 total marks across 150 multiple choice questions and is conducted offline by CG Vyapam. Knowing the exam structure helps you assess your score correctly.

Parameter Details
Exam Name Chhattisgarh Pre Agriculture Test 2026
Conducting Body CG Vyapam
Total Questions 150 (MCQ)
Total Marks 150
Duration 3 Hours
Mode Offline (OMR-based)
Official Website vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
Result Date June 29, 2026 (expected)

A score of 80 out of 150 places you at roughly the 53rd percentile. Your rank on the CG PAT 2026 merit list depends on how many students scored above 80 marks state-wide.


CG PAT 2026 Marks vs Rank Table

The rank ranges below are expected figures based on CG PAT 2024–25 trends. Actual 2026 ranks will vary with total applicant count and paper difficulty.

Marks Range (out of 150) Expected Rank (General) Approx. Percentile
130–150 1–200 99.5+
110–129 201–700 97–99.4
100–109 701–1,500 93–97
90–99 1,501–3,000 86–93
80–89 3,001–5,500 74–86
70–79 5,501–9,000 58–74
60–69 9,001–14,000 40–58
Below 60 14,001+ Below 40

Category-wise Expected Rank at 80 Marks in CG PAT 2026

CG PAT counselling uses separate category merit lists. Your category rank, not the overall rank, determines reserved seat eligibility.

Category Expected Rank at 80 Marks Admission Prospects
General (UR) 3,001–5,500 Limited for premier government colleges
OBC 2,200–4,000 Moderate; some government college seats possible
SC 1,500–3,000 Good; government college admission likely
ST 1,000–2,500 Good; strong chances across government colleges

ST and SC students benefit from Chhattisgarh state reservation norms. At 80 marks, reserved category students have considerably better admission prospects than General category peers at the same score.


College Chances with 80 Marks in CG PAT 2026

Expected admission prospects at key colleges, based on closing rank trends from CG PAT 2024–25. All closing ranks are expected and may vary in 2026.

College Programme Expected Closing Rank (General) Chances at Rank 3,500–5,500
IGKV College of Agriculture, Raipur B.Sc. Agriculture ~1,000–1,500 Low (General); Possible for SC/ST
College of Agriculture, Bilaspur B.Sc. Agriculture ~1,800–2,500 Low–Moderate (General); Good for SC/ST
College of Horticulture, Rajnandgaon B.Sc. Horticulture ~2,500–4,000 Moderate (General); Good for OBC/SC/ST
College of Agriculture Engineering, Raipur B.E. Agricultural Engineering ~3,000–5,000 Possible in later rounds (all categories)
Private Affiliated Agriculture Colleges B.Sc. Agriculture / Horticulture ~5,000–9,000 High chances for all categories

College of Horticulture, Rajnandgaon and College of Agriculture Engineering, Raipur are realistic government college targets at 80 marks. Attending all counselling rounds, including the spot round, maximises your seat chances.


Factors Affecting CG PAT 2026 Rank

  • Total applicants: CG PAT draws 25,000–40,000 students annually. Higher turnout compresses rank at every score band.
  • Paper difficulty: A tougher exam lowers the score distribution, making 80 marks more competitive; an easier paper has the opposite effect.
  • Category merit list: Reserved category students are ranked separately. Category rank, not overall rank, determines reserved seat eligibility.
  • Tiebreaking criteria: Equal scores are resolved by CG Vyapam using tiebreakers specified in the official information bulletin, such as age or qualifying exam marks.
  • Counselling rounds: Seats vacated in each round are reassigned. Registering for every CG PAT 2026 counselling round maximises admission chances at a moderate rank.

CG PAT 2026 Marks vs Rank FAQs

Ques. What is the total marks for CG PAT 2026?

Ans. CG PAT 2026 is conducted for a total of 150 marks. The paper has 150 multiple choice questions, each worth 1 mark.

Ques. What rank can I expect with 80 marks in CG PAT 2026?

Ans. Based on CG PAT 2024–25 trends, 80 marks is expected to give a General category rank between 3,001 and 5,500. Reserved category students will secure a better rank on their respective merit lists at the same score.

Ques. Is 80 out of 150 a good score in CG PAT 2026?

Ans. 80 out of 150 (53.3%) is a moderate score. General category students may find government college admission challenging at this score, but SC, ST, and OBC students have decent chances at several government and private colleges in Chhattisgarh.

Ques. Which colleges can I get with a rank of 3,000–5,500 in CG PAT 2026?

Ans. At this rank, you may be eligible for College of Horticulture, Rajnandgaon, College of Agriculture Engineering, Raipur in later rounds, and private affiliated agricultural colleges. SC and ST students at this rank may also get College of Agriculture, Bilaspur.

Ques. How is the CG PAT 2026 rank determined?

Ans. Rank is based on total marks scored. Separate merit lists are prepared for each category per Chhattisgarh reservation norms. Ties are resolved using criteria in the official CG Vyapam information bulletin.

Ques. When is CG PAT 2026 result expected?

Ans. CG PAT 2026 result is expected on or around June 29, 2026. Students can check rank and marks on the official CG Vyapam portal at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in using their application number and date of birth.