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Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University [HNBGU] B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

Public/Government
Estd. 1973
NAAC Grade A

• Updated on 5 Sept, 2025 by Muskan Sah

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (2021, 2020, 2019) – JEE Main Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech ME
College Name HNBGU
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main)
Latest Closing Rank (2021) 85325 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2020) 60031 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Lower Competition (42.13%)
Total Seats 34
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The HNBGU BTech ME cutoff 2021 for the General category closed at 85325 rank, showing a significant decrease in competition compared to 2020, where the closing rank was 60031. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech ME at HNBGU.

Admission to the BTech ME program is conducted through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main) based on JEE Main ranks, with a total of 7 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for HNBGU BTech ME in 2021 was 85325 for General category.
  • Compared to 2020 (60031 rank), the cutoff trend is decrease in compeetition.

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for HNBGU BTech ME. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2021, 2020, 2019

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2021 2020 2019
Round 1 8729 7429 5528
Round 2 9837 8318 5844
Round 3 10527 8777 6317
Round 4 10778 9046 6317
Round 5 11287 9558 6317
Round 6 12262 10624 6317
Round 7 - - 6912

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2021 2020 2019
Round 1 62567 49550 43022
Round 2 68056 52003 -
Round 3 73001 55038 -
Round 4 77434 58187 -
Round 5 77784 60031 -
Round 6 85325 - -
Round 7 - - 58966

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (OBCNCL Category)

Round 2021 2020 2019
Round 3 22388 - -
Round 4 23531 - -
Round 5 - 20998 -
Round 7 - - 18424

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2021 2020
Round 1 10806 9507
Round 2 - 10621
Round 5 - 12652
Round 6 14094 13189

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2021 2020 2019
Round 1 5010 - -
Round 2 - - 5321
Round 3 5767 5752 5731
Round 4 5767 - 5988
Round 5 5767 6222 6106
Round 6 6499 6661 6134
Round 7 - - 6186

The HNBGU BTech ME cutoff 2021 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 62567 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 85325 in the final round (Round 6). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the BTech ME program at HNBGU.

  • The final closing rank for HNBGU BTech ME in 2021 was 85325 (Round 6).
  • The opening rank remained 62567 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Round 6 during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff Trends (2019-2021)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2021 85325 ▼ 25294 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2020 60031 ▼ 1065 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2019 58966 - Base Year

The HNBGU BTech ME cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 58966 in 2019 to 60031 in 2020, and further to 85325 in 2021. This indicates a decreasing demand for the BTech ME program at HNBGU, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 26359 ranks from 2019 to 2021 (~44.70%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2020 and 2021 with a change of 25294 ranks.
  • HNBGU BTech ME remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2019 2020 2021 58966 60031 85325

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for HNBGU BTech ME. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

HNBGU BTech ME Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2021

Category Closing Rank (2021) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 85325 - Very High
EWS 12262 73063 ranks High
OBCNCL 23531 61794 ranks High
SC 14094 71231 ranks High
ST 6499 78826 ranks High

The HNBGU BTech ME cutoff 2021 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 85325, while OBCNCL candidates had a closing rank of 23531, showing a difference of 61794 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 14094 and 6499 respectively, indicating comparatively lower competition. This variation is primarily driven by category-wise seat allocation and demand differences during counselling.

  • The smallest cutoff gap vs General is for OBCNCL at 61794 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 78826 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for HNBGU BTech ME admission.

Impact of Reservation on HNBGU Cutoff

The variation in cutoff ranks across categories is influenced by the reservation policy implemented by the Government of India. A fixed percentage of seats is allocated to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories, resulting in relatively higher closing ranks for reserved categories compared to the General category. This ensures equitable access to premier institutions like HNBGU while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting HNBGU BTech ME cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 60031 in 2020 to 85325 in 2021
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2021 is 85325
Category Variation Different cutoffs per category Reserved categories generally have higher closing ranks than General
Course Demand Indicator Consistently lower closing rank suggests stronger demand Recent trend data indicates continued demand concentration

Year-wise Trend Impact

A consistent improvement in closing rank over the years suggests increasing competition for HNBGU BTech ME, as more high-ranking candidates prefer this course.

Round-wise Cutoff Movement

Cutoff ranks typically expand from the first round to the final round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling, as seats are reallocated based on candidate preferences and withdrawals.

Category-wise Variation

Cutoff ranks differ across categories, with General category usually having the lowest closing rank, indicating higher competition compared to reserved categories.

Seat Matrix for HNBGU BTech ME

The HNBGU BTech ME seat matrix shows that a total of 34 seats are available for the program, distributed across multiple categories. This distribution plays a crucial role in determining cutoff ranks, as categories with fewer seats tend to have more competitive cutoffs.

HNBGU vs Peer Colleges BTech ME Cutoff

College 2021 Closing Rank (General) 2020 2019
HNBGU 85325 60031 58966
GGSESTC 1757 - -
GCE GAYA 1902 - -
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag 2181 - -
B.A. College of Engineering and Technology 2289 - -
NCE 2359 - -

The BTech ME cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. GGSESTC has the lowest closing rank at 1757, making it the most competitive choice , followed by GCE GAYA and University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag. HNBGU has relatively higher closing ranks at 85325, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • GGSESTC has the most competitive cutoff
  • GCE GAYA and University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag show similar competition levels
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: GGSESTC (Rank ~1757)
Highest cutoff: HNBGU (Rank ~85325)
GCE GAYA falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for BTech ME Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, GGSESTC is the most preferred institute for BTech ME , followed by GCE GAYA and University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at HNBGU Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
BTech ME (Current) 85325 View Details

HNBGU offers a range of BTech ME, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. BTech ME is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 85325 . Other courses also attract varying levels of competition depending on candidate preferences and seat intake. Reviewing cutoff trends across courses can help in making better admission decisions.

Popular Courses at HNBGU Based on Cutoff

  • BTech ME has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • Second course data unavailable
  • Additional course comparison limited
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at HNBGU?

Among all courses, BTech ME consistently has the lowest cutoff at HNBGU, making it the most competitive branch. . Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on HNBGU BTech ME Cutoff

What is the HNBGU BTech ME cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 85325 (2021).

Can I get HNBGU BTech ME with rank 200?

Based on recent cutoff trends, this is possible for the General category.

Does HNBGU BTech ME cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 58966 to 85325, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for HNBGU BTech ME in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 85325 for General category.

Is HNBGU BTech ME better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is GGSESTC at rank 1757.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for BTech ME?

Based on available peer data, GGSESTC has the lowest recent closing rank.

What factors affect HNBGU BTech ME cutoff?

Major factors include exam difficulty, number of applicants, seat matrix, category allocation, and counselling round movements.