To determine your chances of getting a government college through KCET, let's look at the KCET rank calculation and previous year's cutoff trends.

KCET rank is calculated based on both KCET scores and PU (PU PCM aggregate) scores. The rank formula is:

KCET Rank = (300 - KCET PCM aggregate) + (300 - PU PCM aggregate)

With your KCET rank being 166563, it's challenging to predict your chances without knowing the specific cutoff trends for the current year and the colleges you're interested in.

However, here are some general steps you can take:

1. Check the official KEAM counseling website for updates on seat allocation and counseling schedules.

2. Look up previous year's cutoff ranks for government colleges in Karnataka.

3. Consider factors like category (General, OBC, SC/ST, etc.) and region-specific colleges.

If you'd like more specific guidance or help with calculating your chances, please provide:

1. Your KCET score

2. Your PU PCM aggregate score

3. Your category (if applicable)

This will help me provide a more tailored response.

With a KCET rank of 17,000, getting AI or AI&ML in the very top-tier Karnataka colleges like RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT will be difficult under the general category, as their AI branches usually close within the top 6–8K ranks. However, you have a realistic shot at mid-to-upper tier colleges that still have good placements in AI-related streams.

Top colleges in Karnataka offering AI/AI&ML where 17K rank might work (general category chances vary):

• SJCE Mysuru

• BMS Institute of Technology & Management (BMSIT) – maybe in later rounds

• JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru

• Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE) – possible in later rounds

• Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT)

• Reva University

• CMR Institute of Technology

• New Horizon College of Engineering

• Acharya Institute of Technology

If you belong to a reserved category, your chances for higher-ranked colleges improve significantly. For general category, aim for these good mid-tier ones, and keep backups ready for round 2 and casual vacancy rounds.

Hello Raghav! Well done on your accomplishment. I think you have the following options based on your ranks:

1. JEE Main Rank 5764 (General; Karnataka): CSE at NIT Trichy or Warangal is difficult at this rank in General. The good news is that you can get into NIT Surathkal CSE through Home State quota. Surathkal is one of the best NITs for CSE and is at par with Trichy and Warangal in terms of placement.
2. KCET Rank 165 : This is a good rank. You should be able to get CSE in any of the top colleges in Karnataka - RVCE, BMSCE, or MSRIT. These colleges also have good placements and reputations.
3. VITEEE Rank 605: With this rank you can easily get CSE at VIT Vellore (including preferred categories). But, NIT Surathkal and top KCET colleges (RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT) have generally more reputation than VIT.
4. JEE Advanced and BITSAT : If you do well in JEE Advanced, then old IITs or IIT-Hyderabad would be worth targeting. BITS Pilani CSE is also a very good option, it is as good as old NITs and better than some IITs.

Hi dear candidate,

Can you please specify about which particular college you need admission through KCET, so that we can help you further. Usually, for general category students the minimum marks for a good college for CSE is around 120 to 130 and slightly lower for reserved categories. To know the colleges for you marks, check our KCET college predictor tool:

KCET College Predictor 2025 - Predict Colleges based on your Rank

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Hello

you do not need to get worry if you dont get best rankings,

you are still eligible for many colleges through

1.Management quota,Later Counselling rounds,Other exams like COMEDK or JEE.

2. colleges with lower cut offs may still accept you like Acharya,KLE Tech

i hope this helps

Hello!

Do not worry! you can use our KCET college predictor tool in order to assess the probability of getting a college through this link https://www.careers360.com/kcet-college-predictor

Even if your marks are lower you can apply in colleges which have closing ranks near to your rank. As during the last rounds the cutoffs drop and you may have a chance of getting admission.

With a KCET rank of 86,000, you have a good chance to find a college, especially in less competitive branches or private colleges. It’s important to research colleges that accept your rank in your preferred course and location. Checking official counseling websites and college cutoffs will help you choose wisely. Don’t hesitate to explore options beyond top-tier colleges, as many institutes offer quality education and opportunities for growth. Planning early and keeping track of counseling dates will make the process smoother.

Hello,

Here is the link where you can get KCET cutoffs : Karnataka KCET College Wise Cutoff

Hope it helps !

With an 80,000 rank in KCET, getting an engineering seat in Bangalore government colleges is very difficult because competition is high and ranks needed are usually much better. However, you may get a seat in some private engineering colleges in Bangalore through management or quota seats. It's important to attend counselling, fill your choices wisely, and also consider nearby cities or private colleges where seats might be available for your rank.

Yes

The karnataka Examination Authority KEA has released the online documentation verification link for KCET 2025.Candidates who have qualified the Karnataka Common Entrance Test can now verify their documents through online portal.

Just visit on the official site and access documents verification link, enter your details and submit and confirm.