Is JEE Main mandatory for DCRUST B.Tech admission in 2026?

Yes. A valid JEE Main 2026 scorecard is mandatory for HSTES B.Tech counselling. There is no DCRUST entrance test. Candidates must qualify JEE Main in any session, then register at the HSTES portal (techadmissionshry.gov.in) for seat allotment.

What JEE Main rank is needed for DCRUST B.Tech CSE or ECE?

The HSTES 2025 General category closing rank for DCRUST B.Tech CSE was 70,528 in Round 1. ECE closing rank was around 1,14,082 in Round 1. Cutoffs change each year based on total applicants and seat availability. The 2026 cutoffs will be published after the counselling rounds conclude.

Can candidates from outside Haryana apply for DCRUST B.Tech 2026?

Yes. DCRUST participates in HSTES All India Open (AIO) quota counselling. Non-Haryana candidates may register and apply through the HSTES portal. AIO quota seats and cutoffs differ from the Haryana HS quota. Check the official HSTES seat matrix for DCRUST AIO seat count before filling preferences.

Which entrance exam is accepted for DCRUST MBA admission?

DCRUST MBA accepts a valid CMAT 2026 or CAT 2025 score. Candidates need graduation with minimum 50% marks (47.50% for SC and PH). Merit list is prepared by the university via the Samarth portal. No personal interview or group discussion is separately conducted.

How does DCRUST B.Tech LEET lateral entry admission work?

LEET (Lateral Entry) admits Diploma holders directly to the second year of B.Tech at DCRUST. Candidates need a Diploma in Engineering with minimum 50% marks. Alternatively, a B.Sc with Mathematics at 50% is also eligible. HSTES conducts separate LEET counselling for lateral entry seats.

Does DCRUST offer direct admission or a management quota?

No. DCRUST is a state government university with no management quota. All B.Tech and B.Arch seats are filled through HSTES counselling. All PG seats are filled through merit lists based on qualifying exam scores via the university portal.

What is the application fee for DCRUST PG and MBA programmes?

The application fee is INR 1,000 for General category candidates. SC and ST candidates pay INR 500. Payment is online through the Samarth portal at dcrustmadm.samarth.edu.in. The fee is non-refundable once submitted.

Is GATE mandatory for DCRUST M.Tech admission?

Yes. A valid GATE 2026 score in the relevant subject paper is required for DCRUST M.Tech admission. Candidates need B.Tech or B.E. in the relevant field with minimum 55% aggregate. M.Tech admission is merit-based using GATE scores. GATE-qualified scholars also receive INR 5,000 per month as fellowship.

What documents are required for DCRUST admission in 2026?

Required documents include Class 10 and 12 marksheets, entrance exam scorecard (JEE Main, GATE, CMAT, or NATA), Aadhaar card, and passport-size photographs. Haryana HS quota candidates also need a domicile certificate. Reserved category candidates must carry a valid category certificate. All original documents must be produced at DCRUST at the time of reporting.

Can final-year students apply for DCRUST MBA or M.Tech?

Yes. Final-year graduation students may apply provisionally for DCRUST MBA and M.Tech. Admission is confirmed only after submitting final marksheets showing the required minimum percentage. Final results must reach DCRUST before the document verification deadline notified by the university.