The Assam CEE 2026 cutoff is expected in the first week of July 2026. ASTU (Assam Science and Technology University) will publish it at astu.ac.in alongside the result. The Assam CEE cutoff has two parts. First, ASTU sets minimum qualifying marks with the merit list. Second, DTE Assam releases college-wise closing ranks after each counselling round.
Assam CEE 2026 result and qualifying cutoff are expected in the first week of July 2026 on astu.ac.in. College-wise closing ranks will follow after each DTE Assam counselling round in July – August 2026.
Here is what you need to know about the Assam CEE 2026 cutoff before the official announcement:
- The Assam CEE 2026 cutoff will be published at astu.ac.in with the result and merit list in the first week of July 2026.
- In 2023, the General (UR) qualifying threshold was 76 out of 480. The 2026 figure is expected in a similar range.
- CSE at Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati is the most competitive branch. The 2024 UR closing rank was within the top 200 in Round 1.
- In 2024, JEC Jorhat CSE closed at UR rank 223 in Round 1, per official DTE Assam data.
- About 1,825 B.Tech seats across government engineering colleges are filled through DTE Assam counselling each year.
- The Assam CEE cutoff applies to five categories: UR, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), and ST(H), each with a separate threshold.
| Direct Link to Assam CEE 2026 Qualifying Cutoff (Soon) | Direct Link to Assam CEE 2026 Counselling Closing Ranks (Soon) |
Key Summary
- Assam CEE 2026 cutoff is expected in the first week of July 2026 on astu.ac.in alongside the result.
- In 2023, the General qualifying marks were 76 out of 480. The 2026 figure is expected in a similar range depending on paper difficulty.
- AEC Guwahati CSE is the most competitive branch, with the 2024 UR closing rank within the top 200 in Round 1.
- DTE Assam conducts counselling in three main rounds plus a spot round. Each round has its own closing rank PDF.
- Five categories apply: UR, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), and ST(H). Each has its own qualifying marks and closing ranks.
What is Assam CEE Cutoff 2026?
The Assam CEE cutoff has two separate thresholds. The first is the qualifying cutoff. This is the minimum marks you need to score in the entrance test. Cross it to earn a merit rank and join DTE Assam counselling. The second is the admission cutoff. This is the closing rank at which the last seat in a college and branch was filled during counselling.
Clearing the qualifying cutoff gets you a rank. Securing a seat requires your rank to be within the closing rank for your chosen college and branch. Both thresholds must be crossed for admission. They are separate and published at different times.
Previous Year Official Assam CEE Cutoff
ASTU releases the category-wise minimum qualifying marks every year with the CEE result. The table below shows official qualifying marks across five years. All values are out of 480 marks (total for the Assam CEE paper).
| Year | General (UR) | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST (Plains) | ST (Hills) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 76 | 77 | 61 | 41 | 29 |
| 2022 | 110 | 107 | 94 | 80 | 67 |
| 2021 | 112 | 108 | 95 | 81 | 68 |
| 2020 | 110 | 107 | 94 | 80 | 67 |
| 2019 | 115 | 100 | 90 | 75 | 70 |
*All marks are out of 480. The 2024 and 2025 qualifying marks are available at astu.ac.in. The 2026 qualifying cutoff will be published with the result.
Source: Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU)
The General qualifying marks stayed between 110 and 115 from 2019 to 2022. They fell by 34 marks in 2023 — from 110 to 76. This drop reflects a harder 2023 paper, not lower competition. The ST (Hills) cutoff also fell by 38 marks between 2022 and 2023.
Ques. Does clearing the ASTU qualifying cutoff guarantee admission to a government engineering college?
Ans. No. Clearing the qualifying marks only makes you eligible for DTE Assam counselling. Your admission depends on your rank and the closing rank for your preferred college and branch. A rank beyond the closing rank means no seat, even after clearing the qualifying cutoff.
Assam CEE Cutoff 2026: Important Dates
Upcoming events are at the top. Events that have already passed appear at the bottom in chronological order.
| Event | Expected Date (2026) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Result and Qualifying Cutoff Release | First week of July 2026 | Upcoming |
| Counselling Registration and Choice Filling | Third week of July 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment and Closing Rank Release | Fourth week of July 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment and Closing Rank Release | Late July 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 3 and Spot Round Closing Rank Release | August – September 2026 | Upcoming |
| Assam CEE 2026 Exam | June 2026 | Over |
*Dates are based on ASTU and DTE Assam historical schedules. Verify exact dates at astu.ac.in once officially announced.
Factors Affecting Assam CEE 2026 Cutoff
The Assam CEE cutoff shifts each year. Several factors drive it higher or lower. Here are the main ones to watch in 2026:
- Paper difficulty: A harder paper pushes raw scores down. This lowers qualifying marks. An easier paper raises scores and tightens closing ranks at popular colleges.
- Total candidates who appeared: More students for the same seats means tighter closing ranks at AEC and JEC. Fewer candidates may loosen ranks at outer colleges.
- Total seats per college and branch: AEC Guwahati offers about 420 seats across all branches. Smaller colleges fill faster in competitive branches and slower in others.
- Category-wise seat reservation: Seats are reserved for OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), ST(H), EWS, and the 5% government school quota. Each category has its own closing rank in the DTE Assam round PDF.
- 5% government school quota: Five percent of seats per branch go to students from Assam government schools. They studied Class 7 to 12 under SEBA/AHSEC. This quota has its own separate closing rank.
- Branch demand: CSE and Electronics at AEC and JEC fill first. Civil, Mechanical, and Chemical at outer colleges close at more relaxed ranks.
- Choice-filling patterns: If most candidates rank AEC first, its closing ranks tighten. Colleges with fewer first preferences close at higher (less competitive) ranks.
Assam CEE 2026: Category-Wise Qualifying Marks
ASTU releases the minimum qualifying marks by category every year with the result. Scoring below these marks means you will not appear on the merit list. You cannot join DTE Assam counselling without a merit rank. The table below shows 2023 official qualifying marks alongside expected 2026 ranges.
| Category | 2023 Official Qualifying Marks (Out of 480) | Expected 2026 Range |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 76 | 74 – 90 |
| OBC/MOBC | 77 | 71 – 87 |
| SC | 61 | 58 – 72 |
| ST (Plains) | 41 | 38 – 50 |
| ST (Hills) | 29 | 25 – 37 |
| EWS | – | 68 – 82 |
*2023 marks are official. Expected 2026 ranges reflect the wide variation possible based on paper difficulty. Verify the official 2026 qualifying cutoff at astu.ac.in after the result.
These qualifying marks are the minimum CEE test scores needed to earn a rank. They differ from the college-wise closing ranks. DTE Assam releases closing ranks after every counselling round.
Assam CEE 2024 College-Wise Closing Ranks (Official)
The table below shows official closing ranks from the DTE Assam Round 1 cutoff for CEE 2024. It covers UR, OBC/MOBC, and SC categories. The Assam CEE cutoff for 2026 will be released after each counselling round in July – August 2026.
| College | Branch | UR Closing Rank | OBC/MOBC Closing Rank | SC Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | CSE | Within top 200 | – | 201 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Electronics & Telecom | 188 | 456 | 680 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Electrical (EE) | 366 | 697 | 831 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Civil Engineering | 414 | 895 | 1,351 |
| Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati | Mechanical Engineering | 411 | 861 | 3,151 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | CSE | 223 | 550 | 947 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Electrical Engineering | 583 | 1,215 | 1,442 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Civil Engineering | 720 | 1,069 | 1,691 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Mechanical Engineering | 745 | 1,054 | 1,255 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Jorhat | Instrumentation Engineering | 886 | 1,287 | 1,284 |
| JIST, Jorhat | Electronics & Telecom | 961 | 1,477 | 1,657 |
| JIST, Jorhat | Civil Engineering | 1,082 | 1,506 | 1,671 |
| JIST, Jorhat | Mechanical Engineering | 1,220 | 1,614 | 1,957 |
| Dhemaji Engineering College (DEC) | CSE | 1,651 | 1,990 | – |
| Dhemaji Engineering College (DEC) | Civil Engineering | 2,515 | 3,132 | 3,671 |
| Golaghat Engineering College | Civil Engineering | 1,826 | 2,482 | – |
| Golaghat Engineering College | Mechanical Engineering | 2,088 | 2,898 | – |
| Barak Valley Engineering College (BVEC) | CSE | 2,365 | 2,966 | 3,780 |
| Barak Valley Engineering College (BVEC) | Mechanical Engineering | 1,344 | 1,889 | 2,042 |
*The 5% government school quota UR closing rank for AEC CSE was 146 in 2024 Round 1. "–" means no allotment was recorded for that category in that round. The Assam CEE 2026 college-wise closing ranks will be published after each counselling round on the DTE Assam portal.
Source: Directorate of Technical Education, Assam – Official CEE 2024 Round 1 Cutoff PDF
Assam CEE Previous Year Cutoff Trends
Tracking the qualifying marks over time shows how the Assam CEE cutoff moves with paper difficulty. The table below uses official ASTU data from 2019 to 2023 with year-on-year shifts for the General category.
| Year | General (UR) | Shift from Previous Year (UR) | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST (Hills) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 76 | –34 marks | 77 | 61 | 29 |
| 2022 | 110 | –2 marks | 107 | 94 | 67 |
| 2021 | 112 | +2 marks | 108 | 95 | 68 |
| 2020 | 110 | –5 marks | 107 | 94 | 67 |
| 2019 | 115 | – | 100 | 90 | 70 |
*All marks are out of 480. Source: ASTU official merit list records.
The General qualifying marks held in a narrow band of 110 – 115 from 2019 to 2022. The 2023 paper was significantly harder. Qualifying marks fell by 34 for General and by 38 for ST (Hills) between 2022 and 2023. This is the largest single-year swing in the five-year period.
For college-wise closing ranks, JEC Jorhat CSE closed at UR rank 223 in 2024 Round 1. This is 87 ranks tighter than the approximate 2023 Round 1 closing rank of 310. Competition for engineering seats in Assam has risen year over year.
Ques. Why did the Assam CEE qualifying marks drop sharply from 2022 to 2023?
Ans. The 2023 paper was significantly harder than the 2022 paper. Fewer candidates scored high marks. ASTU sets the qualifying threshold based on each year’s score distribution. A harder exam produces lower qualifying marks. This does not mean competition fell – only that the paper was harder that year.
Expected Assam CEE Cutoff 2026
The Assam CEE 2026 exam was held in June 2026. The official qualifying marks will be released with the result in the first week of July 2026 at astu.ac.in. Based on the 2019 – 2023 range, the expected 2026 qualifying marks are as follows.
| Category | Expected Qualifying Marks 2026 (Out of 480) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 74 – 115 | Depends on paper difficulty |
| OBC/MOBC | 71 – 108 | Depends on paper difficulty |
| SC | 58 – 95 | Depends on paper difficulty |
| ST (Plains) | 38 – 81 | Depends on paper difficulty |
| ST (Hills) | 25 – 68 | Depends on paper difficulty |
*Expected ranges reflect the full variation seen between easy and hard papers. The official 2026 qualifying cutoff will be at astu.ac.in.
For college-wise closing ranks in 2026, AEC CSE is expected to remain within the top 200 for UR. JEC CSE is expected to close around rank 200 – 350 for UR candidates in 2026 Round 1. Colleges in outer districts like DEC and BVEC typically see UR closing ranks above 1,500 for CSE.
Assam CEE 2026: Marks vs Rank
Your score in Assam CEE determines your rank in the ASTU merit list. A higher score earns a lower (better) rank. The table below maps approximate marks to expected UR ranks, based on the 2024 CEE result pattern. Use it to estimate your position before the official result.
| Marks (Out of 480) | Approximate UR Merit Rank | College and Branch Likely Reachable |
|---|---|---|
| 350 – 480 | 1 – 50 | AEC CSE (top seats) |
| 280 – 349 | 51 – 150 | AEC CSE, AEC Electronics & Telecom |
| 230 – 279 | 151 – 300 | AEC Electrical, JEC CSE |
| 180 – 229 | 301 – 600 | AEC Civil / Mechanical, JEC Electrical |
| 140 – 179 | 601 – 1,000 | JEC Civil / Mechanical, JIST Electronics |
| 100 – 139 | 1,001 – 2,000 | JIST Mechanical, DEC CSE, Golaghat Civil |
| 76 – 99 | 2,001 – 3,500+ | BVEC, DEC Civil / Mechanical |
*Approximate mapping based on 2024 rank patterns. Actual 2026 ranks depend on paper difficulty and total candidates.
Scoring above 230 marks gives a realistic chance at AEC Electrical or JEC CSE for UR. This is based on 2024 official DTE Assam closing rank data. Targeting above 280 marks improves your chances at AEC CSE.
Assam CEE 2026: Counselling Process
DTE Assam conducts CEE 2026 counselling entirely online. You register separately after the result. The Assam CEE cutoff PDF for every round is published after allotment. Here is how the process works:
- Step 1 – Register: Log in to the DTE Assam counselling portal with your CEE application number. Counselling registration typically opens about two weeks after the result.
- Step 2 – Upload documents: Submit your HSC marksheet, Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam, category certificate, and medical fitness certificate.
- Step 3 – Fill choices: Enter preferred college and branch combinations in order. Your rank and choices decide allotment. Choice order matters more than speed.
- Step 4 – Round 1 allotment: DTE Assam releases the Round 1 seat allotment. The closing rank PDF for Round 1 lists every college, branch, and category threshold.
- Step 5 – Accept or upgrade: Pay the fee to confirm your Round 1 seat. You can still attempt an upgrade in Round 2.
- Step 6 – Spot round: Seats remaining after Round 3 go to a spot round. Spot round closing ranks are typically more relaxed than Round 1.
After every round, the closing rank PDF is on the DTE Assam portal. You do not need to visit individual colleges to track Assam CEE cutoff data for each round.
How to Check Assam CEE 2026 Cutoff
Follow these steps once ASTU releases the qualifying cutoff and DTE Assam releases the round-wise closing ranks:
- For qualifying cutoff: Go to astu.ac.in and click the CEE 2026 result or cutoff link in the notifications section.
- For college-wise closing ranks: Visit the DTE Assam portal and look for the CEE 2026 counselling section.
- Download the round-wise cutoff PDF. It lists closing ranks by college, branch, and category.
- Find your category column and your preferred college and branch row.
- If your rank is at or below the closing rank for that row, you are within the cutoff for that seat.
- Save the PDF for every round. Closing ranks shift between rounds as seats fill and vacate.
Assam CEE Cutoff FAQs
Ques. When will the Assam CEE 2026 cutoff be released?
Ans. ASTU is expected to release the Assam CEE 2026 qualifying cutoff in the first week of July 2026. It will come alongside the result and merit list. The college-wise closing ranks will follow after each DTE Assam counselling round in July – August 2026. Check astu.ac.in for official updates.
Ques. What is the difference between ASTU qualifying cutoff and DTE Assam counselling cutoff?
Ans. The ASTU qualifying cutoff is the minimum CEE marks needed to earn a rank. You must cross it to join DTE Assam counselling. ASTU releases it with the result. The DTE Assam counselling cutoff is the last rank that filled a specific college seat. It varies by branch and category. Both must be cleared for admission.
Ques. What rank do I need for CSE at Assam Engineering College (AEC) through Assam CEE?
Ans. CSE at AEC Guwahati is the most competitive branch through Assam CEE. Based on 2024 official DTE Assam data, UR candidates needed a rank within the top 200 in Round 1. The 5% government school quota UR closing rank for AEC CSE was 146 in 2024 Round 1. Target a score above 280 marks to be in contention.
Ques. What are the minimum marks to join Assam CEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. The official 2026 qualifying marks will be published at astu.ac.in with the result. In 2023, the General minimum was 76 out of 480. OBC/MOBC was 77, SC was 61, ST (Plains) was 41, and ST (Hills) was 29. These are CEE test marks, not HSC marks. The exact 2026 figure depends on that year’s paper difficulty.
Ques. Will the Assam CEE 2026 cutoff be different from 2024?
Ans. The 2026 qualifying cutoff depends on exam difficulty. A harder paper brings qualifying marks down. An easier one raises them. The 2023 cutoff dropped by 34 marks from 2022 because the paper was harder. If 2026 paper difficulty is similar to 2024, qualifying marks should stay in a similar range. Check astu.ac.in for the official figure.
Ques. What is the 5% government school quota in Assam CEE?
Ans. Five percent of seats per branch go to Assam government school students (Class 7 to 12 under SEBA/AHSEC). These seats have their own closing rank in the DTE Assam round PDF. It appears alongside UR and other category ranks. In 2024, the AEC CSE quota UR closing rank was 146 in Round 1.
Ques. How many counselling rounds does Assam CEE 2026 have?
Ans. DTE Assam typically conducts three main counselling rounds and one spot round. Each round releases a closing rank PDF. Seats not filled after Round 3 go to the spot round. Spot round closing ranks are usually more relaxed. All main rounds run online through the DTE Assam portal.
Ques. Can OBC/MOBC candidates compete for UR seats in Assam CEE counselling?
Ans. Yes. OBC/MOBC candidates can list both UR and OBC/MOBC preferences during choice filling. If their merit rank is within the UR closing rank for a branch, they may receive a UR seat. The OBC/MOBC reserved seats have their own closing ranks in the same DTE Assam round PDF.
Ques. Where can I download the official Assam CEE 2026 cutoff PDF?
Ans. The ASTU qualifying cutoff will be at astu.ac.in under the CEE 2026 notifications section. Round-wise college closing rank PDFs will be published on the DTE Assam portal after each allotment. Both sources are official and do not require registration to download.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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