KCET College Predictor 2026 Karnataka CET Rank to College Predictor

Enter your KCET rank & category → get instant admission predictions across 11+ top Karnataka engineering colleges.

100% Free Tool2024–25 KEA Ranks11+ CollegesCategory Relaxation Included
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Top Karnataka Engineering Colleges — KCET 2025 Quick Reference

General Merit (GM) closing ranks from KEA final allotment rounds. SC/ST/OBC ranks are significantly relaxed.

College NameCS Closing Rank (GM)Avg PackageTier Level
RV College of Engineering(NIRF #51)CS: ≤1,200₹12–28 LPATier 1
PES University(NIRF #64)CS: ≤1,800₹10–24 LPATier 1
MS Ramaiah Institute(NIRF #72)CS: ≤3,000₹8–18 LPATier 1
BMS College of EngineeringCS: ≤3,500₹7–16 LPATier 1
KLE Technological UniversityCS: ≤7,000₹5–10 LPATier 2
Dayananda Sagar CollegeCS: ≤6,000₹5–12 LPATier 2
NIE, MysuruCS: ≤8,000₹5–10 LPATier 2

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How KCET 2026 Counselling Works

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KCET 2026 Admissions & KEA Counselling Process

01

KCET Result

KEA announces KCET ranks after the exam (May–June 2026). Rank is based on PCM marks + 2nd PUC marks.

02

Document Verification

Upload and verify documents on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Caste certificate, domicile, PUC marks are mandatory.

03

Choice Filling

Fill college + branch preferences in order of priority. You can fill up to 200 choices. Strategy matters here.

04

Seat Allotment

KEA runs 4–5 rounds. Each round, seats are allotted based on rank + preferences. Upgrade in subsequent rounds.

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KCET Category Relaxation — How Reserved Categories Benefit

KEA allocates a percentage of seats for each reserved category. Our predictor accounts for category-specific rank relaxation:

GM
0
General Merit
OBC
~4,000
2A / 2B / 3A / 3B
EWS
~5,000
EWS Category
SC
~8,000
Scheduled Caste
ST
~15,000
Scheduled Tribe

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the KCET college predictor?
This predictor is approximately 80-90% accurate. It uses actual KEA closing rank data from 2024 and 2025 allotment rounds. Since closing ranks shift by 5-15% year-on-year based on difficulty and candidate pool, we show probability categories (Very High, High, Borderline, Low) to account for this. Always verify with the official KEA portal during counselling.
What rank is needed for RV College Computer Science in KCET?
RV College of Engineering (RVCE) Computer Science KCET closing rank was approximately 1,200 in 2025 (GM category). For Information Science (ISE), the closing rank was ~2,200. For ECE, it was ~2,800. These are among the most competitive seats in Karnataka engineering. SC/ST/OBC categories have proportionally relaxed cutoffs.
Does KCET rank include Class 12 (PUC) marks?
Yes. The KCET merit rank used for KEA counselling is calculated as: 50% weightage to KCET PCM score + 50% weightage to 2nd PUC (Class 12) PCM marks. So both your entrance exam performance and Class 12 marks matter equally for the final rank. Our predictor uses this combined rank as your input.
Can I get a good college with KCET rank 20,000?
Yes. With a KCET GM rank of 20,000, you can get admission in Tier 2 colleges for CSE (like NIE Mysuru, KLE Hubballi, JSS Academy for non-CS branches). For Computer Science specifically, rank 20,000 is borderline for mid-tier colleges and you'd likely get ISE or ECE at some Tier 2 colleges. Mechanical, Civil, and EEE branches are accessible at rank 20,000 in several decent colleges.
What is the KCET 2026 exam date?
KCET 2026 is expected to be conducted in April–May 2026 by KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority). The exam typically covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) for engineering aspirants, and Biology for medical aspirants. Check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for official notification.

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