OJEE 2026 Round 2 expected closing ranks for the UR (Unreserved/General) category are predicted to be 12–18% higher (more relaxed) than Round 1 at most participating colleges, with OUTR CSE expected to close at approximately rank 148 and VSSUT Burla CSE at approximately rank 222 based on 2025 counselling trends.
OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination) 2026 counselling Round 1 allotment for lateral entry B.Tech has been announced. Students who could not secure a seat in Round 1, or wish to upgrade their allotment to a preferred college or branch, should plan their Round 2 participation carefully. Round 2 typically opens additional seats as students vacate Round 1 allotments to pursue better options — relaxing closing ranks marginally across most colleges. The predicted cutoffs below are based on OJEE 2025 Round 1 closing ranks and multi-year counselling trends.
- OJEE 2026 Round 2 choice filling is expected to open in the third week of July 2026.
- Round 2 closing ranks for UR are typically 12–18% relaxed compared to Round 1 at most government colleges.
- OUTR Bhubaneswar CSE expected Round 2 closing rank: ~148 (UR), up from ~128 in Round 1 2025.
- VSSUT Burla CSE expected Round 2 closing rank: ~222 (UR), up from ~192 in Round 1 2025.
- Students with OJEE 2026 lateral entry ranks between the Round 1 closing rank and the Round 2 predicted closing rank stand a strong chance of securing a seat in Round 2.
- All predicted figures are based on 2025 data and historical trends — official OJEE 2026 Round 2 cutoffs will be released on ojee.nic.in after seat allotment.
OJEE 2026 Round 2 vs Round 1 Cutoff: Key Differences
OJEE 2026 lateral entry B.Tech counselling follows a multi-round structure. After Round 1 seat allotment, students who reject their allotment or opt to upgrade vacate seats that are then made available in Round 2. Historically, Round 2 closing ranks for the UR category relax by 12–18% compared to Round 1 at most government engineering colleges in Odisha. This means students with ranks just above the Round 1 cutoff have a genuine second opportunity. The table below summarises the key Round 1 vs Round 2 differences.
| Parameter | Round 1 | Round 2 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Seat availability | All approved seats open | Seats vacated from Round 1 and originally unfilled seats |
| OUTR CSE closing rank (UR) | ~128 (2025 reference) | ~148 (2026 prediction) |
| VSSUT CSE closing rank (UR) | ~192 (2025 reference) | ~222 (2026 prediction) |
| IGIT Sarang CSE closing rank (UR) | ~845 (2025 reference) | ~980 (2026 prediction) |
| Upgrade option | Not applicable | Students can upgrade from a Round 1 allotment |
| Cutoff trend for UR | Tighter at top colleges | Slightly relaxed at most colleges |
College-Wise Expected Closing Ranks for UR Category in Round 2
The table below lists predicted OJEE 2026 Round 2 closing ranks for the UR category across major Odisha engineering colleges. The 2025 Round 1 reference closing ranks are included for comparison. All values are estimates based on OJEE 2025 data and historical counselling trends; official Round 2 cutoffs will be published on ojee.nic.in after seat allotment is completed.
| College | Branch | 2025 R1 Closing Rank (Ref) | 2026 R2 Expected Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| OUTR, Bhubaneswar | CSE | 128 | ~148 |
| OUTR, Bhubaneswar | ECE | 256 | ~295 |
| OUTR, Bhubaneswar | Electrical Engineering | 382 | ~440 |
| OUTR, Bhubaneswar | Mechanical Engineering | 485 | ~560 |
| OUTR, Bhubaneswar | Civil Engineering | 618 | ~715 |
| VSSUT, Burla | CSE | 192 | ~222 |
| VSSUT, Burla | ECE | 315 | ~365 |
| VSSUT, Burla | Electrical Engineering | 428 | ~495 |
| VSSUT, Burla | Mechanical Engineering | 525 | ~610 |
| VSSUT, Burla | Civil Engineering | 680 | ~790 |
| IGIT, Sarang | CSE | 845 | ~980 |
| IGIT, Sarang | ECE | 1230 | ~1435 |
| IGIT, Sarang | Electrical Engineering | 1540 | ~1800 |
| IGIT, Sarang | Mechanical Engineering | 2080 | ~2430 |
| ITER, SOA University, Bhubaneswar | CSE | 318 | ~370 |
| ITER, SOA University, Bhubaneswar | ECE | 545 | ~640 |
| Silicon Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar | CSE | 455 | ~530 |
| Silicon Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar | ECE | 775 | ~905 |
| GCE, Kalahandi | CSE | 1750 | ~2100 |
| GCE, Keorjhar | CSE | 2180 | ~2580 |
Branch-Wise Cutoff Analysis at Top Colleges
CSE remains the most competitive branch at every college in OJEE lateral entry counselling. At OUTR Bhubaneswar, CSE seats exhaust within the first 150 ranks for UR students across both rounds. Students with ranks between 148 and 295 should strongly consider OUTR ECE as a Round 2 option. For VSSUT Burla, the expected Round 2 CSE close of ~222 gives students ranked 193–222 a realistic shot at one of Odisha’s top government institutions. The table below shows how UR closing ranks move from Round 1 to expected Round 2 at the three leading government colleges.
| Branch | OUTR R1 → R2 (Expected) | VSSUT R1 → R2 (Expected) | IGIT R1 → R2 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 128 → ~148 | 192 → ~222 | 845 → ~980 |
| ECE | 256 → ~295 | 315 → ~365 | 1230 → ~1435 |
| Electrical Engineering | 382 → ~440 | 428 → ~495 | 1540 → ~1800 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 485 → ~560 | 525 → ~610 | 2080 → ~2430 |
| Civil Engineering | 618 → ~715 | 680 → ~790 | — |
Factors Affecting OJEE 2026 Round 2 Cutoff
Six main factors determine how OJEE 2026 Round 2 closing ranks for UR students compare with Round 1:
- Vacant seats from Round 1: Students who reject their Round 1 allotment release those seats for Round 2. A higher number of rejections means more openings and slightly relaxed closing ranks.
- Total lateral entry registrations in 2026: Higher registrations compared to 2025 will tighten closing ranks at popular colleges; lower registrations will relax them.
- Upgrade participation: Students moving from a less preferred Round 1 seat to a better Round 2 choice vacate their earlier allotment, creating cascading seat movement that affects cutoffs at multiple colleges simultaneously.
- Branch-wise seat matrix: Any AICTE-approved intake increase for a branch directly relaxes that branch’s Round 2 closing rank.
- Home State quota: UR category ranks in the tables above reflect the Home State (HS) quota only. Outside State (OS) quota seats have separate and typically tighter cutoffs.
- New college participation: If additional AICTE-approved colleges join OJEE 2026 counselling, the total seat pool expands and overall closing ranks relax marginally.
OJEE 2026 Round 2 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OJEE 2026 Round 2 closing rank for UR category at OUTR CSE?
Ans. Based on OJEE 2025 trends, the OUTR CSE expected closing rank for UR category in Round 2 is approximately rank 148. The 2025 Round 1 reference closing rank was around 128. These are estimates; the official cutoff will be published on ojee.nic.in after Round 2 seat allotment is completed.
Ques. Are OJEE Round 2 cutoffs more relaxed than Round 1 for UR students?
Ans. Yes. Round 2 closing ranks are typically 12–18% higher (more relaxed) compared to Round 1 at most colleges. A higher closing rank number means students with slightly weaker ranks can secure admission, making Round 2 a genuine second opportunity for UR category students who narrowly missed Round 1 cutoffs.
Ques. Can a student who was allotted a seat in OJEE Round 1 participate in Round 2?
Ans. Yes. Students allotted a seat in Round 1 can participate in Round 2 to upgrade to a preferred college or branch. If a better allotment is received in Round 2, the Round 1 seat is cancelled automatically. Students should review the OJEE 2026 counselling schedule on ojee.nic.in for exact terms before exercising this option.
Ques. What is the expected OJEE 2026 Round 2 cutoff at VSSUT Burla for UR category?
Ans. VSSUT Burla CSE is expected to close at approximately rank 222 for UR in Round 2, based on 2025 data. ECE is predicted near rank 365, Electrical near 495, Mechanical near 610, and Civil near 790. These are trend-based predictions and will differ from the official figures released after Round 2 allotment.
Ques. How much does the OJEE Round 2 closing rank differ from Round 1 at IGIT Sarang?
Ans. At IGIT Sarang, the Round 2 closing rank for UR category is expected to be approximately 15–18% higher than Round 1. Based on 2025 reference data, CSE may close at around rank 980 in Round 2 versus ~845 in Round 1, while ECE may close near rank 1435 versus ~1230 in Round 1. Mechanical is predicted to close near rank 2430 in Round 2.
Ques. Where will the official OJEE 2026 Round 2 cutoff be published?
Ans. The official OJEE 2026 Round 2 opening and closing ranks will be published on ojee.nic.in under the "Opening and Closing Rank" section after Round 2 seat allotment is completed. Students should check this page directly for confirmed college-wise and branch-wise UR category cutoffs.
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