AP EAPCET 2026 Cutoff Marks
Category-wise minimum qualifying marks, top college cutoff ranks & branch-wise comparison (based on 2025 data)
AP EAPCET Cutoff Marks vs Cutoff Rank – Explained
In AP EAPCET (APEAPCET) context, "cutoff marks" can mean two different things:
Minimum Qualifying Marks
The minimum EAPCET exam score needed to get a rank and participate in counselling. This is set by APSCHE (25% for OC, 0% for reserved categories).
Counselling Cutoff Rank
The last rank at which a seat was allotted in a specific college-branch-category during counselling. This varies by college, branch, category, and phase.
AP EAPCET rank uses a weighted formula: 75% weightage to EAPCET marks + 25% weightage to Intermediate (Class 12) PCM marks. This means your Intermediate marks significantly impact your final rank.
AP EAPCET 2026 – Minimum Qualifying Marks by Category
| Category | Min. % Required | Min. Marks (Out of 160) | Rank Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| OC (General / Open Competition) | 25% | ~40/160 | Yes (with rank) |
| BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E | 0% | Any (0+) | Yes |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 0% | Any (0+) | Yes |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 0% | Any (0+) | Yes |
| PH (Differently Abled) | 0% | Any (0+) | Yes |
AP EAPCET 2025 Cutoff Ranks – Top Colleges (CSE Branch)
| College | OC Local | OC Non-Local | SC Local |
|---|---|---|---|
| JNTUA College of Engineering, Anantapur | ~800–1,500 | ~2,000–4,000 | ~8,000–15,000 |
| AU College of Engineering (AUCE), Vizag | ~1,000–2,000 | ~3,000–6,000 | ~10,000–18,000 |
| VIT-AP University, Amaravati | ~3,000–8,000 | ~3,000–8,000 | ~25,000–40,000 |
| SRM University AP, Amaravati | ~5,000–12,000 | ~5,000–12,000 | ~30,000–50,000 |
| KL University, Vijayawada | ~5,000–12,000 | ~5,000–12,000 | ~30,000–55,000 |
| GITAM University, Vizag | ~4,000–10,000 | ~4,000–10,000 | ~28,000–45,000 |
* Approximate cutoff ranks based on AP EAPCET 2025 counselling. 2026 cutoffs will depend on seat matrix and candidate count. Use as a baseline reference.
AP EAPCET 2026 Branch-wise Cutoff Rank Comparison
| Branch | Competition | OC Rank Range | BC Rank Range | SC Rank Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE (Computer Science & Engineering) | Very High | ~1,000–30,000 | ~5,000–60,000 | ~10,000–80,000 |
| CSE (AI & ML) / CSE (Data Science) | High | ~2,000–40,000 | ~8,000–70,000 | ~15,000–90,000 |
| ECE (Electronics & Communication) | Moderate-High | ~3,000–50,000 | ~10,000–80,000 | ~20,000–1,00,000 |
| EEE (Electrical & Electronics) | Moderate | ~5,000–70,000 | ~15,000–1,00,000 | ~30,000–1,20,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Moderate | ~8,000–80,000 | ~20,000–1,10,000 | ~40,000–1,30,000 |
| Civil Engineering | Low-Moderate | ~10,000–1,00,000 | ~25,000–1,20,000 | ~50,000–1,40,000 |
* Indicative ranges across all colleges (govt + private). Ranges represent last-allotted ranks in Phase 2. Government colleges have much tighter (lower number) cutoffs than the ranges shown.
How to Use Cutoff Data for AP EAPCET 2026 Counselling
Use 2025 cutoff ranks as a baseline. Add a 10–15% buffer (a worse rank) to your safe choices since cutoffs shift each year.
Check your local area status — OC Local ranks at government colleges are significantly lower (better) than non-local ranks.
For CSE at top government colleges, ranks below 2,000 (OC Local) typically have a strong chance. For private deemed universities, ranks up to 15,000 can get CSE.
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Remember the 75:25 weightage — even with similar exam marks, better Intermediate marks can significantly improve your rank.
Phase 1 cutoffs are usually tighter than Phase 2 — seats not accepted in Phase 1 reopen, potentially giving Phase 2 candidates better colleges.
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Frequently Asked Questions – AP EAPCET 2026 Cutoff Marks
Common questions about AP EAPCET 2026 cutoff marks and counselling ranks
1What is the minimum qualifying mark (cutoff) for AP EAPCET 2026?
2What is the difference between AP EAPCET cutoff marks and cutoff rank?
3What was the AP EAPCET 2025 cutoff rank for CSE at top colleges?
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Disclaimer
Cutoff ranks are based on 2025 data. AP EAPCET 2026 cutoffs will vary. Use these as reference only. Official data at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.