The IPU CET 2026 cutoff is the closing rank at which the last seat is filled across GGSIPU counselling. Round 2 cutoff for IPU CET programmes such as MCA is already out. For Law programmes (BA-LLB and BBA-LLB, admitted through CLAT rank), Round 1 allotment was declared on June 30, 2026. Law Round 2 is expected in mid-July 2026.
BA-LLB and BBA-LLB (Programme Code 121) counselling Round 2 is expected in the 3rd week of July 2026. Round 1 seat allotment was declared on June 30, 2026, at ipu.admissions.nic.in.
Here is what you need to know about the IPU CET 2026 cutoff:
- The IPU CET 2026 result was declared on May 3, 2026. Phase 2 seat allotment for IPU CET programmes is already out.
- For BA-LLB and BBA-LLB, admission goes through CLAT rank, not IPU CET. Round 2 allotment is expected in mid-July 2026.
- The BA-LLB General (Delhi) cutoff at top-ranked USLS was approximately CLAT rank 8,879 in 2025.
- B.Tech CSE at USICT had a JEE Main CRL of around 35,000 for General (Delhi) candidates in 2025.
- The BCA IPU CET closing rank tightened from 6,380 in 2022 to 4,936 in 2025. BCA now uses CUET from 2025-26.
- Separate cutoffs apply for Delhi-domicile and Outside-Delhi candidates; Outside-Delhi students compete for only 15% of available seats.
- Closing ranks typically relax by 500 to 2,000 positions from Round 1 to the final counselling round across most programmes.
| IPU CET Cutoff 2025-26 — Round 1 and Round 2 (Out) | IPU BA-LLB / BBA-LLB Law Cutoff Round 2 2026 (Soon) |
| IPU Official Cutoff Portal 2025-26 | IPU Admission Schedule and Notices |
Key Summary
- BA-LLB Round 2 allotment (CLAT-based) is expected in mid-July 2026; Round 1 allotment was declared on June 30, 2026.
- B.Tech CSE at USICT requires a JEE Main CRL of about 35,000 for General (Delhi) in the final round.
- BA-LLB at USLS closed at approximately CLAT rank 8,879 (General, Delhi) in 2025; a similar range is expected for 2026.
- The BCA IPU CET closing rank tightened by 1,444 positions over four years to reach 4,936 in 2025.
- Delhi-domicile students face higher competition due to the 85% seat reservation for Delhi candidates under GGSIPU admission rules.
What is IPU CET Cutoff 2026?
The IPU CET cutoff is the closing rank when the last seat fills in a programme during GGSIPU counselling. Different programmes at GGSIPU use different entrance tests. The cutoff is expressed as the rank from that specific test, not as a single universal score.
You need to understand two types of cutoffs. The qualifying cutoff is the minimum rank that lets you register for counselling. The admission cutoff is the closing rank. It is the rank of the last candidate allotted a seat at a specific college in that round. Both matter, but the closing rank at your target college is the figure to focus on.
Different GGSIPU programmes use different tests. B.Tech at engineering colleges uses the JEE Main All India CRL rank. Law programmes (BA-LLB and BBA-LLB) use the CLAT All India rank. MCA and B.Tech Biotechnology use the IPU CET rank from the university’s own exam. BBA, BCA, and BJMC moved to CUET from 2025-26 and no longer use IPU CET.
Previous Year Official IPU CET Cutoff
The table below shows final-round closing ranks for key GGSIPU programmes over four years. Values are for the General (Delhi-domicile) category at the top college per programme. Each rank is on a different scale depending on the test used.
| Programme | Test Used | Top College | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE | JEE Main CRL | USICT | ~32,000 | ~30,500 | ~33,000 | ~35,000 |
| B.Tech IT | JEE Main CRL | USICT | ~42,000 | ~40,500 | ~43,000 | ~45,000 |
| BA-LLB | CLAT Rank | USLS (Delhi, Gen.) | ~7,900 | ~7,400 | ~8,000 | ~8,879 |
| BBA-LLB | CLAT Rank | USLS (Delhi, Gen.) | ~10,500 | ~10,000 | ~11,000 | ~12,000 |
| MCA | IPU CET Rank | USICT | ~3,200 | ~3,000 | ~2,800 | ~2,500 |
| BCA (last year IPU CET: 2025) | IPU CET Rank | All IPU Colleges | 6,380 | ~5,900 | ~5,400 | 4,936 |
The B.Tech CSE cutoff at USICT shifted by 3,000 JEE Main ranks from 2022 to 2025. The BA-LLB CLAT closing rank at USLS moved by 979 ranks over the same four-year window. The BCA IPU CET closing rank tightened by 1,444 ranks – from 6,380 in 2022 to 4,936 in 2025. BCA now uses CUET from 2025-26, so 2025 is its last year in IPU CET. MCA at USICT tightened by 700 IPU CET ranks across four years. Official round-wise cutoffs are published on the IPU admissions portal after each counselling round.
Source: GGSIPU Official Cutoff 2024-25 — ipu.admissions.nic.in
Ques. Will the IPU CET 2026 BA-LLB cutoff be higher or lower than 2025?
Ans. Based on four years of data, the BA-LLB closing CLAT rank at USLS has stayed between 7,400 and 8,879. For 2026, expect a similar range of 8,000 to 9,500. The cutoff shifts based on how many CLAT-qualified candidates choose IPU law colleges over NLUs each year.
Ques. Is the IPU CET cutoff the same as the JEE Main cutoff for B.Tech?
Ans. No. B.Tech admissions at IPU-affiliated colleges use the JEE Main All India CRL rank. IPU CET is a separate exam used for programmes like MCA and B.Tech Biotechnology. For Law, CLAT rank is used. These are three different rank scales and cannot be compared directly.
IPU CET 2026: Important Dates
The table below lists key events in the IPU CET 2026 admission cycle. Upcoming events appear first in order of occurrence. Past events follow in chronological order.
| Event | Status / Expected Date |
|---|---|
| BA-LLB / BBA-LLB Round 2 Seat Allotment | Expected 3rd week of July 2026 (Upcoming) |
| IPU CET MCA / B.Tech Biotechnology Round 3 | Expected July – August 2026 (Upcoming) |
| B.Tech (JEE Main) Final Counselling Round | Expected August 2026 (Upcoming) |
| IPU CET Final / Sliding Round Cutoff | Expected August 2026 (Upcoming) |
| IPU CET Exam (MCA, B.Tech Bio, BHMCT, etc.) | April – May 2026 (Over) |
| IPU CET 2026 Result Declaration | May 3, 2026 (Over) |
| IPU CET Round 1 Seat Allotment Released | June 12, 2026 (Over) |
| BA-LLB / BBA-LLB Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 30, 2026 (Over) |
| IPU CET Round 2 Seat Allotment (MCA, B.Tech Bio) | June 30, 2026 (Over) |
Factors Affecting IPU CET 2026 Cutoff
The IPU CET 2026 cutoff is not fixed. It changes each year based on several factors. Understanding these helps you set a realistic target rank before counselling begins.
- Total number of applicants: More students appearing for CLAT, JEE Main, or IPU CET raises competition at GGSIPU counselling. A larger applicant pool generally tightens closing ranks across programmes.
- Available seats per college: An increase in sanctioned seats at an affiliated college relaxes the closing rank. A seat reduction tightens it. GGSIPU seat matrices change slightly each year.
- Programme preference: BA-LLB, MCA, and B.Tech CSE attract the most candidates. Their closing ranks are tighter than less popular options like B.Tech Biotechnology or BHMCT.
- Difficulty of the entrance test: A tougher CLAT or JEE Main paper shifts score distributions. This changes which GGSIPU colleges candidates find reachable in a given admission cycle.
- Delhi vs Outside-Delhi domicile quota: GGSIPU reserves 85% of seats for Delhi-domicile students and 15% for Outside-Delhi candidates. Both groups have separate closing ranks.
- Category reservations: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Defence, and PwD categories each have reserved seats with their own closing ranks. These ranks are always higher (less competitive numbers) than the General category closing rank.
- Counselling round: Round 1 closing ranks are the most restrictive. Later rounds relax as candidates who received better options elsewhere withdraw their GGSIPU seats.
IPU CET Category-Wise Cutoff 2026
GGSIPU follows reservation norms across all programmes. Closing ranks vary significantly by category. The table below shows approximate category-wise closing ranks for key programmes in the final round, based on 2025 counselling data. Values are for the top college in each programme.
| Category | BA-LLB – USLS (CLAT Rank) | B.Tech CSE – USICT (JEE Main CRL) | MCA – USICT (IPU CET Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General – Delhi | ~8,879 | ~35,000 | ~2,500 |
| OBC – Delhi | ~12,000 | ~48,000 | ~3,500 |
| SC – Delhi | ~25,000 | ~65,000 | ~5,000 |
| ST – Delhi | ~38,000 | ~80,000 | ~6,500 |
| EWS – Delhi | ~10,500 | ~40,000 | ~3,000 |
| Defence – Delhi | ~30,000 | ~70,000 | ~5,500 |
| General – Outside Delhi | ~2,420 | ~28,000 | ~2,000 |
Outside-Delhi General candidates often need a better (lower-number) rank than Delhi General candidates. Fewer seats are available in the Outside-Delhi quota despite similar competition. Official category-wise data appears on the IPU admissions portal after each counselling round is completed.
IPU CET Programme-Wise Cutoff 2026
Each GGSIPU programme has a different cutoff scale depending on the entrance test used. The table below shows Round 1 closing ranks for 2026 and expected final-round ranges for the General (Delhi) category. Round 1 results were released on June 12, 2026.
| Programme | CET Code | Test Used | Round 1 Closing Rank 2026 (Gen., Delhi) | Expected Final Round 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE – USICT | 131 | JEE Main CRL | ~30,000 – 32,000 | ~35,000 – 38,000 |
| B.Tech IT – USICT | 131 | JEE Main CRL | ~40,000 – 43,000 | ~45,000 – 50,000 |
| BA-LLB – USLS | 121 | CLAT Rank | ~7,500 – 8,500 | ~9,000 – 10,500 |
| BBA-LLB – USLS | 121 | CLAT Rank | ~11,000 – 13,000 | ~13,500 – 16,000 |
| MCA – USICT | 102 | IPU CET Rank | ~2,000 – 2,300 | ~2,500 – 3,000 |
| B.Tech Biotechnology – USBT | IPU CET | IPU CET Rank | ~1,200 – 1,500 | ~1,500 – 1,800 |
Round 1 closing ranks are always more restrictive than final-round figures. The gap between Round 1 and the final round typically runs from 500 to 2,000 ranks. Later rounds fill seats vacated by candidates who accepted better placements elsewhere.
IPU CET Law (BA-LLB and BBA-LLB) Cutoff 2026
Law admissions at GGSIPU-affiliated colleges use CLAT All India Rank. No separate IPU CET exam is needed for law. BA-LLB (5-year integrated) and BBA-LLB (5-year integrated) share Programme Code 121. Round 1 seat allotment was declared on June 30, 2026. Round 2 is expected in the 3rd week of July 2026.
Round 2 of BA-LLB and BBA-LLB counselling 2026 is upcoming. This round typically relaxes closing CLAT ranks by 1,000 – 2,500 positions compared to Round 1. Candidates who chose Freeze in Round 1 will not be eligible for Round 2 allotment.
IPU Law College-Wise Cutoff 2026 (General, Delhi Domicile)
| Law College | Programme | Round 1 Closing CLAT Rank 2026 | Expected Round 2 Closing Rank 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University School of Law and Legal Studies (USLS) | BA-LLB | ~7,500 – 8,500 | ~9,000 – 10,500 (Expected) |
| University School of Law and Legal Studies (USLS) | BBA-LLB | ~11,000 – 13,000 | ~13,500 – 16,000 (Expected) |
| Vivekananda School of Law and Legal Studies | BA-LLB | ~13,000 – 16,000 | ~16,000 – 19,000 (Expected) |
| Chanderprabhu Jain College – Law School | BA-LLB | ~20,000 – 25,000 | ~25,000 – 30,000 (Expected) |
| Fairfield Institute of Management and Technology | BA-LLB | ~28,000 – 35,000 | ~35,000 – 42,000 (Expected) |
Round 2 expected ranges are based on 2025 counselling data and previous trend patterns. Official Round 2 cutoffs will be published at ipu.admissions.nic.in after the allotment result is declared in mid-July 2026.
Source: IPU BA-LLB BBA-LLB Cut-Off Round 01 (2024-25) — ipu.admissions.nic.in
BA-LLB Category-Wise Cutoff at USLS (2025 Reference)
| Category | Closing CLAT Rank – Final Round 2025 |
|---|---|
| General – Delhi Domicile | ~8,879 |
| OBC – Delhi Domicile | ~12,000 |
| SC – Delhi Domicile | ~25,000 – 30,000 |
| ST – Delhi Domicile | ~35,000 – 40,000 |
| EWS – Delhi Domicile | ~10,500 |
| General – Outside Delhi | ~2,420 |
Ques. My CLAT rank is 9,500. Can I get BA-LLB admission at an IPU law college?
Ans. Yes, there is still a good chance. USLS closes around CLAT rank 8,879 for General (Delhi) in the final round. At rank 9,500, you may not get USLS in Round 1. Round 2 may relax the cutoff to 9,000 – 10,500. Mid-tier IPU law colleges like Vivekananda School of Law close around 13,000 – 16,000, which is well within reach.
IPU CET Previous Year Cutoff Trends
Four years of IPU CET cutoff data reveals clear patterns across all major GGSIPU programmes. The B.Tech CSE cutoff at USICT has moved within a JEE Main CRL band of 30,500 to 35,000. BA-LLB at USLS saw a steady increase in CLAT rank demand. MCA cutoffs at USICT have tightened year on year.
| Programme | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 4-Year Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE – USICT (JEE Main CRL) | ~32,000 | ~30,500 | ~33,000 | ~35,000 | +3,000 ranks (relaxed) |
| BA-LLB – USLS (CLAT Rank, Delhi Gen.) | ~7,900 | ~7,400 | ~8,000 | ~8,879 | +979 ranks (relaxed) |
| MCA – USICT (IPU CET Rank) | ~3,200 | ~3,000 | ~2,800 | ~2,500 | –700 ranks (tightened) |
| BCA – All IPU Colleges (IPU CET Rank) | 6,380 | ~5,900 | ~5,400 | 4,936 | –1,444 ranks (tightened) |
The B.Tech CSE closing rank at USICT relaxed by 3,000 JEE Main ranks from 2022 to 2025. High-rankers below 15,000 CRL mostly go to IITs and NITs first. This opens up USICT seats for the 30,000 – 40,000 CRL band. The BA-LLB CLAT closing rank at USLS shifted by 979 ranks over four years. This reflects a gradual increase in CLAT candidates choosing IPU law over lower-ranked NLUs. MCA at USICT tightened by 700 IPU CET ranks, showing steady growth in postgraduate IT demand. BCA tightened by 1,444 ranks before its shift to CUET in 2025-26.
Ques. Why did the B.Tech IPU closing rank relax when overall engineering competition is rising?
Ans. Students in the top 15,000 JEE Main ranks mostly prefer IITs and NITs. This leaves USICT seats for the 30,000 – 40,000 CRL range. Seat capacity at IPU-affiliated engineering colleges also grew over the years. Together, these factors push the closing rank higher each year.
IPU CET 2026: Round-Wise Cutoff Analysis
IPU holds multiple counselling rounds: Round 1, Round 2, a Sliding Round, and a Spot Merit round. Closing ranks relax at each stage. If you did not get your preferred college in Round 1, do not freeze a seat you do not want. Floating keeps you eligible for better options in later rounds.
| Programme | Round 1 (Typical) | Round 2 (Typical) | Final / Sliding Round (Typical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA-LLB – USLS (CLAT, Gen., Delhi) | ~7,500 – 8,500 | ~9,000 – 10,500 (Expected mid-July) | ~10,500 – 12,000 |
| B.Tech CSE – USICT (JEE Main CRL) | ~30,000 – 32,000 | ~33,000 – 35,000 | ~35,000 – 38,000 |
| MCA – USICT (IPU CET Rank) | ~2,000 – 2,300 | ~2,300 – 2,600 | ~2,500 – 3,000 |
| B.Tech Biotechnology – USBT (IPU CET Rank) | ~1,200 – 1,500 | ~1,400 – 1,700 | ~1,500 – 1,800 |
The gap between Round 1 and the final round is 500 to 2,000 ranks across most programmes. For BA-LLB 2026, Round 2 is expected in mid-July. This round may relax the USLS closing rank by up to 2,000 CLAT positions compared to Round 1.
How to Check Your IPU CET 2026 Cutoff
The official round-wise IPU CET 2026 cutoff is published on the GGSIPU admission portal after each counselling round. Follow these steps to access it:
- Open ipu.admissions.nic.in on your browser.
- Click on the Cutoff 2025-26 link on the homepage.
- Select your programme code from the dropdown — for example, 121 for BA-LLB/BBA-LLB, or 102 for MCA.
- Choose the counselling round: Round 1, Round 2, or Sliding Round.
- Select your category — General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Defence, or PwD.
- Choose Delhi or Outside Delhi domicile quota.
- The portal shows the opening rank and closing rank for each college in your selection.
Source: IPU Official Cutoff Portal 2025-26 — ipu.admissions.nic.in
FAQs on IPU CET 2026 Cutoff
Ques. What is the IPU CET cutoff for BA-LLB 2026?
Ans. BA-LLB at GGSIPU goes through CLAT rank, not a separate IPU CET. Round 1 closing rank at USLS is approximately CLAT rank 7,500 – 8,500 for General (Delhi). Round 2 is expected in mid-July 2026 and may relax the cutoff to around 9,000 – 10,500. Check ipu.admissions.nic.in for the official Round 2 data once released.
Ques. When will the IPU CET 2026 final cutoff be declared?
Ans. The final cutoff is declared after the last counselling round, expected in August 2026. Round 1 cutoffs were released on June 12, 2026. Round 2 for IPU CET programmes (MCA, B.Tech Bio) is already out. For BA-LLB (CLAT), Round 2 is expected in mid-July 2026.
Ques. Does IPU CET have separate cutoffs for Delhi and Outside Delhi students?
Ans. Yes. GGSIPU reserves 85% of seats for Delhi-domicile students and 15% for Outside-Delhi candidates. Both groups have separate closing ranks. Outside-Delhi General candidates often need a better rank than Delhi General candidates. Fewer seats are available under the Outside-Delhi quota.
Ques. What JEE Main rank do I need for B.Tech CSE at USICT?
Ans. For CSE at USICT, you need JEE Main CRL around 35,000 for General (Delhi) in the final round. Round 1 is stricter at around 30,000 – 32,000. For IT at USICT, the closing rank is around 45,000 in the final round.
Ques. What is the difference between Round 1 and Round 2 cutoffs at IPU?
Ans. Round 1 closing ranks are the most restrictive. Round 2 opens after candidates who got better options elsewhere withdraw their seats. The typical gap between Round 1 and the final round is 500 – 2,000 ranks across most IPU programmes. You should participate in all rounds to maximize your chances.
Ques. Is BCA still admitted through IPU CET in 2026?
Ans. No. From the 2025-26 admission cycle, BCA moved to CUET for GGSIPU admissions. BBA, BJMC, and B.Com also moved to CUET at the same time. IPU CET in 2026 primarily covers MCA, B.Tech Biotechnology, B.Tech Lateral Entry, and some other specific programmes.
Ques. How is the MCA IPU CET cutoff different from the B.Tech cutoff?
Ans. MCA uses the IPU CET rank from the university’s own entrance test. B.Tech uses the JEE Main All India CRL rank from NTA. These are completely different scales. USICT MCA closes around IPU CET rank 2,500 for General (Delhi) in the final round. B.Tech CSE at USICT closes around JEE Main CRL 35,000 for the same category.
Ques. Can I participate in IPU Law Round 2 if I accepted a Round 1 seat?
Ans. It depends on the option you chose. If you chose Float in Round 1, you remain eligible for Round 2 and may get a better college. If you chose Freeze, your seat is locked and you cannot participate further. The Float option keeps your current seat active while you try for a better allotment in the next round.
Ques. Where can I check the official IPU CET 2026 cutoff?
Ans. All official round-wise cutoffs are published at ipu.admissions.nic.in under the Cutoff 2025-26 section. You can filter by programme code, counselling round, category, and domicile quota. The portal updates each time a new counselling round result is declared.
*This article may have information from previous academic years. It will be updated subject to notifications from the University or College.
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