NERIST NEE (NERIST Entrance Exam)

Content Writer Papri Dutta
Updated On Date: Oct 15, 2025

NERIST NEE 2026 Cut Offs

NERIST NEE Cut Offs 2026 

The NERIST NEE 2026 cut-offs are the minimum marks or ranks required to qualify for admission into various programs offered by the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST). The NERIST NEE 2026 cut-offs vary each year based on factors such as exam difficulty, number of candidates, seat availability, and reservation policies. Understanding the NERIST NEE 2026 cut-off trends will help candidates set realistic preparation goals and estimate their chances of admission.

Types of Cut-offs at NERIST NEE

  • NEE-I Cut-off:For admission into the Certificate level (Base module) courses.
  • NEE-II Cut-off:For Diploma and B.Tech/B.Sc Forestry courses (higher secondary or equivalent qualification required).
  • NEE-III Cut-off:For lateral entry into B.Tech degree programs through diploma qualifications.

Cut-offs also exist for postgraduate and other programs based on different entrance exams like GATE and CAT.

Expected Cut-off Marks (Approximate for General Category in 2025)

Module & Course

Expected Cut-off Marks (out of 150)

NEE-I (Certificate Module - PCM)

90 to 110

NEE-II (Diploma & B.Tech PCM Streams)

85 to 120

B.Tech CSE (NEE-II)

100 to 120

Other B.Tech Branches (ECE, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Agricultural)

80 to 115

NEE-III (Degree Lateral Entry)

80 to 115

Cut-offs for reserved categories such as OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates generally have relaxed thresholds depending on reservation norms.

Previous Year Cut-off Ranks for B.Tech (NEE-II)

Course

Opening Rank

Closing Rank (2025)

Computer Science Engineering

500

1000

Electronics & Communication

1000

1500

Electrical Engineering

1200

1800

Mechanical Engineering

1200

1800

Civil Engineering

1500

2000

Agricultural Engineering

1500

2000

The closing ranks give candidates an idea of competitive branches and seat demand.

Factors Influencing NERIST NEE 2026 Cut-offs

  • Number of candidates appearing
  • Difficulty level of the exam
  • Number of available seats per program
  • Reservation and domicile quotas
  • Previous year trends and overall performance level
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FAQs

Q1: What determines the NERIST NEE 2026 cut-off?

Ans. The cut-off is determined by factors like exam difficulty, candidate strength, seat availability, and category-based reservation policies.

Q2: Does the cut-off vary by branch or module?

Ans. Yes, cut-offs differ for each module (NEE-I, II, III) and branches like Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, etc., reflecting varying demand and competition.

Q3: Are there separate cut-offs for reserved category candidates?

Ans. Yes, reserved categories such as OBC, SC, ST, and PwD have relaxation in cut-offs as per government norms.

Q4: How can candidates check previous years' cut-offs?

Ans. Previous years' cut-off marks and ranks are available on official websites like nerist.ac.in and educational portals providing detailed admission analysis.

Q5: What happens if a candidate scores below the cut-off?

Ans. Candidates scoring below the cut-off are not considered qualified for counselling/admission under that category and may explore alternative admission routes or wait for the next cycle.

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