B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

SMIT CSE cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 55828 in round 3. In 2026, this branch was the easiest to get into. In 2024 and 2023, the cutoffs for the branch and round were 45915 and 46768, respectively. 

These rank variations highlight shifting competition for the CSE branch over the past three years. For more information, click here.

Manipal University Jaipur CSE Cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 33107 in the third round. Hence, this category candidates need a rank of at least 33107  to be eligible for admission. The lower the rank, the better. 

Please note that the cutoff for the other categories, rounds will be different. 

Students can choose KITE for BTech in CSE. The institute is globally recognisable for BTech in CSE. It has been ranked between 401 to 500 on Times Higher Education (THE) Subject Rankings in CSE category. The highest package is also offered in CSE which was 51 LPA by microsoft. Hence, student can trust KITE for BTech in CSE.

Core B.Tech CSE is usually the best choice for most students as it provides strong fundamentals and greater career flexibility. Specializations like AI/ML and Data Science are excellent for students with a clear interest in those fields. Universities like Galgotias University offer both options with industry-focused learning, allowing students to build core technical skills while exploring emerging technologies.

Both B.Tech CSE and B.Tech AI & ML have good career opportunities. If you want a broad understanding of computer science and flexibility in different IT roles, CSE is a great choice. If you're passionate about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, AI & ML is ideal. At Galgotias University, both programs offer good faculty, modern labs, internships, coding opportunities, and placement support, so your choice should depend on your interests and career goals.

According to the placement data of 2025, a total of 242 offers were made for BTech CSE and 167 students were placed. There were 202 offers made for Information Science branch and 157 students were placed. For AI & ML specialisation, 137 offers were made and 91 students were placed. Thus, BTech CSE placement records can be considered above average in BMSCE.

Yes, a Master's in AI & ML after doing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is a popular course of academics in India. To be eligible for a PG degree in AI & ML, a minimum aggregate score of 40% - 50% is required. Depending upon the institute, the BTech score could be considered for entrance, or candidates might have to appear for exams like GATE.