Colleges accepting KCET 2025 rank above 50000: check cutoff-wise branches, tips and more

Colleges and Branches you can target with KCET 2025 rank above 50000: Not every student can score a top rank in KCET, and that’s okay. So, if you have secured a low KCET score/rank, it does not mean the end of your engineering dreams. KCET offers several good colleges that welcome students with low KCET scores, with quality education and placement opportunities. In this blog, we will help you explore colleges and branches that accept low KCET ranks 2025. Read below for more. 

Colleges that accept low KCET 2025 ranks: While top ranks grab the spotlight, thousands of students with modest scores still land seats in good engineering across Karnataka. This blog will be your go-to guide on colleges that accept low KCET 2025 ranks, branches with higher acceptance chances, and smart tips to secure admission, even with a not-so-great score. But, before we begin, let’s understand one small yet important thing - what's a low score in KCET?

What is Considered a Low KCET Rank 2025?

A KCET rank above 50,000 is generally considered low for top-tier colleges. However, with ranks up to 1,00,000 or more, you can still get admission in several private or semi-government colleges in Karnataka, especially in core branches like Civil, Mechanical, or newer programs like AI & DS.

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• KCET 2025 counselling dates REVISED: check new schedule

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🏢Colleges that accept low KCET 2025 Ranks above 50000

This list is created based on the KCET's previous years (last round cutoff) of the general merit category. Candidates can check the list of colleges that accept low KCET ranks and what branches they can target if their KCET 2025 rank is above 50000. 

University of Bengaluru (UVCE)

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bangalore

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MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology

Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering

MVJ College of Engineering

SJC Institute of Technology, Chickballapur

SIT Tumkur

Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology

SJCE

PES College of Engineering, Mandya

Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan

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Basaveshwar Engineering College Bagalkot

Rao Bahadur Y Mahabaleswarappa Engineering College Bellari

BMS College of Engineering

NIE (South Campus)

JSSTechnological University

PDA College of Engineering

University B.D.T College of Engineering, Davangere

Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, Davangere

Adhichunchangiri Institute of Technology, Chickmagalur

Ballari Institute of Technology and Management, Near Allipur Bellary

The Oxford College of Engineering Bangalore

Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore 

JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bangalore

KS Institute of Technology, Bangalore

AMC Engineering College, Bangalore

East Point College of Engineering and Technology, Bangalore

Atria Institute of Technology, Bangalore

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Gubbi, Tumkur

DON BOSCO Institute of Technology, Bangalore

Sri Venkateshwara College of Engineering Bettahalsur, Bangalore

GM Institute of Technology, Davangere

Canara Engineering College, DK District

Cambridge Institute of Technology, Bangalore

SDM Institute of Technology Ujre, Dakshina, Kannada

Maharaja Institute of Technology, Mysore Belawadi, Mandya

Government Engineering College, Raichur

Alva Institute of Engineering and Technology Moodabidri

Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bangalore

SG  Balekundri Institute of Technology, Belgaum

Angadi Institute of Technology and Management Belgaum

ATME College of Engineering Varun Hobli, Mysore

Jyothi Institute of Technology, Bangalore

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology, Kanakpur Main Road, Bangalore

Alliance University Bangalore

Presidency University

CMR University

KCET 2025 Cutoff Trends for Low Rank Admissions

Here’s an estimated cutoff trend (KCET General Category) for low-rank colleges and branches. Candidates belonging to category profile might have chances in getting into top-tier colleges. 

📌Tips to Get a Seat with a Low KCET Rank 2025

Even with a low score, you can still get into a decent college by using the following strategies:

• Participate in All Rounds of Counselling

Never skip any round. Even if you don’t get your preferred choice in the first or second round, keep participating in extended or casual vacancy rounds. The KCET 2025 counselling is expected to start soon. Stay tuned for the updates here. 

• Choose Less Popular Branches

Opt for branches like Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Biotechnology. These are less in demand but have great career potential with the right effort.

• Use the Option Entry System Wisely

Enter as many college + course combinations as possible during the choice filling. This increases your chances.

• Look for Management Quota (If Budget Permits)

Some reputed colleges offer management seats even for low KCET ranks. However, fees under this category are usually higher.

• Explore Rural or Tier-2 College Options

Colleges outside Bangalore or Mysore usually have lower cutoffs and good teaching staff.

Scoring low in KCET isn’t the end of your academic journey. Many students who start with tier-2 or tier-3 colleges build great careers through internships, certifications, and self-learning. What truly matters is your interest, consistency, and upskilling—not just the college name.