The Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 expected OBC/MOBC cutoff at Assam Engineering College (AEC) Guwahati ranges from opening rank 85 for CSE to closing rank 2,500 for Mechanical Engineering, based on 2024 Round 1 trends published by DTE Assam.
Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment is expected on July 20, 2026. With choice filling closing on July 18, students in the OBC and MOBC categories must compare their ranks against expected college-wise cutoffs before locking in their preferences. All figures below are expected based on Assam CEE 2024 Round 1 data and are labelled accordingly — actual 2026 cutoffs will be confirmed after allotment.
- Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment is expected on July 20, 2026; choice filling closes July 18.
- The OBC/MOBC category in Assam CEE covers both OBC and MOBC (More Other Backward Classes) under Assam state reservation norms — both groups compete within the same reserved pool.
- AEC Guwahati CSE is the most competitive combination; OBC opening rank is expected around 85 based on 2024 trends.
- At AEC, OBC closing ranks range from approximately 380 (CSE) to 2,500 (Mechanical) across branches in Round 1.
- At JEC Jorhat, BBEC and CIT Kokrajhar, OBC CSE closing ranks are comparatively more relaxed — expected between 3,500 and 7,000.
| Direct Link to Assam CEE 2026 Counselling Portal — astu.ac.in (ACTIVE) |
OBC/MOBC Category in Assam CEE 2026
In Assam CEE counselling, the OBC reservation pool covers both OBC (Other Backward Classes) and MOBC (More Other Backward Classes) as recognised under Assam state reservation policy. Students holding a valid OBC or MOBC certificate from a competent authority in Assam compete within this reserved quota for seats across participating government engineering colleges.
The Round 1 cutoff is the closing rank at which the last OBC/MOBC seat was allotted. Students whose rank is equal to or better than — numerically lower than — the expected closing rank have a strong chance of allotment in that college-branch combination. Seats left unfilled in Round 1 carry over to Round 2, where closing ranks often relax slightly.
- You must upload a valid OBC/MOBC certificate during counselling registration to claim reserved seats.
- If your overall rank is good enough for a General category seat, you may be allotted one even when applying under OBC quota — whichever outcome benefits you more.
- A slight miss in Round 1 does not close the door; Round 2 and Round 3 can bridge the gap for many students.
AEC Guwahati Expected OBC Cutoff Round 1 2026
Assam Engineering College (AEC), Guwahati is the most competitive institution under Assam CEE, with OBC cutoffs ranging from rank 85 at CSE to rank 2,500 at Mechanical Engineering in the previous year. The table below shows branch-wise expected OBC/MOBC opening and closing ranks for Round 1 2026, derived from 2024 DTE Assam Round 1 allotment data.
| Branch | OBC/MOBC Opening Rank (Expected) | OBC/MOBC Closing Rank (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 85 | 380 |
| Electronics and Telecom Engineering | 380 | 1,400 |
| Electrical Engineering | 700 | 1,950 |
| Civil Engineering | 950 | 2,100 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 1,200 | 2,500 |
All figures are expected based on Assam CEE 2024 Round 1 data. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be confirmed after July 20 allotment.
Other Colleges Expected OBC Cutoff Round 1 2026
Jorhat Engineering College (JEC), Central Institute of Technology (CIT) Kokrajhar, Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC) Kokrajhar, and Lakhimpur Engineering College are the other key government engineering colleges under Assam CEE 2026. Their OBC cutoffs are more relaxed than AEC, making them solid targets for students with ranks in the 1,000 to 11,000 range.
| College | Branch | OBC Opening Rank (Expected) | OBC Closing Rank (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC) | CSE | 950 | 3,500 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC) | Electronics and Telecom | 1,800 | 6,000 |
| Jorhat Engineering College (JEC) | Mechanical Engineering | 2,800 | 8,000 |
| Central Institute of Technology (CIT), Kokrajhar | CSE | 2,000 | 6,200 |
| Central Institute of Technology (CIT), Kokrajhar | Electronics and Telecom | 3,200 | 8,500 |
| Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC), Kokrajhar | CSE | 2,500 | 7,000 |
| Bineswar Brahma Engineering College (BBEC), Kokrajhar | Civil Engineering | 4,500 | 10,500 |
| Lakhimpur Engineering College | CSE | 3,000 | 8,200 |
| Lakhimpur Engineering College | Civil Engineering | 5,000 | 11,000 |
Expected cutoffs based on 2024 Assam CEE Round 1 trends. Actual 2026 allotment ranks may differ.
Factors Affecting the Assam CEE 2026 OBC Cutoff
The Round 1 OBC cutoff for Assam CEE 2026 may shift from 2024 figures due to the following factors:
- OBC seat matrix: Any revision in the percentage of seats reserved for OBC/MOBC across participating colleges directly raises or lowers the closing rank.
- Total OBC applicants with competitive ranks: A larger pool of high-ranking OBC students tightens the cutoff; lower participation relaxes it.
- Exam difficulty in 2026: A harder paper compresses the rank distribution, potentially easing cutoffs at middle-tier colleges while tightening the top slots at AEC slightly.
- Branch preference patterns: CSE demand stays consistently high across all categories. Any surge in OBC students opting for CSE at AEC pushes that closing rank lower.
- New participating colleges: Additional government or state-aided colleges joining 2026 counselling increase total available OBC seats and can ease cutoffs at existing colleges.
How to Use the Cutoff to Plan Your Choices
With choice filling open from July 17 to July 18 and Round 1 seat allotment expected on July 20, use the expected OBC cutoff data as follows:
- Know your rank: Download your Assam CEE 2026 rank card from astu.ac.in and confirm your OBC/MOBC certificate is uploaded in the counselling portal.
- Compare rank to closing ranks: Identify every college-branch pair in the tables above where your rank is numerically lower (better) than the expected closing rank — these are your realistic targets.
- Build a layered preference list: Add 2–3 safe choices (well within expected closing rank), 2–3 moderate choices (near the cutoff), and 2–3 stretch choices (slightly beyond the cutoff, which may open in Round 2).
- Never leave choices blank: A lower-preference seat in Round 1 is a valid fallback; you can always upgrade in Round 2 if a better option becomes available.
- Report on time after allotment: Once Round 1 results are out on July 20, complete seat acceptance and report to the allotted college within the deadline to protect your seat before Round 2 begins around July 23.
Assam CEE 2026 OBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OBC closing rank for CSE at AEC Guwahati in Assam CEE 2026 Round 1?
Ans. Based on 2024 Round 1 data from DTE Assam, the expected OBC/MOBC closing rank for CSE at Assam Engineering College (AEC) Guwahati is approximately 380 in Round 1. This is an expected figure and actual 2026 allotment may vary.
Ques. Does the OBC cutoff in Assam CEE include MOBC students?
Ans. Yes. In Assam CEE counselling, OBC and MOBC (More Other Backward Classes) students compete within the same combined reserved pool as defined under Assam state reservation policy. Both need a valid certificate from a competent authority in Assam to claim reserved seats.
Ques. When will Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment be declared?
Ans. Assam CEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment is expected around July 20, 2026. Check the official ASTU portal at astu.ac.in for the official announcement and allotment list.
Ques. If my OBC rank is beyond the expected Round 1 closing rank, do I still have a chance?
Ans. Yes. Round 2 and Round 3 cutoffs are often more relaxed than Round 1 as some allotted students withdraw or upgrade. Assam CEE 2026 Round 2 allotment is expected around July 23, 2026. Fill all available choices to maximise your chances across subsequent rounds.
Ques. Which documents do OBC students need for Assam CEE 2026 counselling?
Ans. OBC/MOBC students need a valid OBC or MOBC certificate issued by a competent authority in Assam, along with the Assam CEE 2026 rank card, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, domicile certificate, and a recent passport-size photograph. Verify the complete list in the official DTE Assam counselling notification before reporting to the allotted college.
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