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Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPU CET)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The IPU CET 2020 cutoff has been released by the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University along with the results. Candidates can check the category-wise, college-wise, and course-wise cutoff ranks on the official website https://ipu.admissions.nic.in/.

This page provides the detailed IPU CET cutoff analysis for 2020, helping students estimate admission chances in top colleges.


IPU CET 2020 cutoff for General category ranges from 114,753 to 456,631 rank, while EWS, GeneralPwD, OBC, and SC cutoffs are lower based on category reservations. Candidates with rank under 456,631 have high chances of getting top colleges like DCRUST Sonepat, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, and MSIT.


IPU CET 2020 Cutoff Highlights

The IPU CET 2020 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: IPU CET 2020
  • Conducting Body: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 4
  • Total Colleges Participating: 18
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, bachelor-of-business-administration-bba, Bachelor in Business Administration (Shift II)
  • Categories Covered: General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, GeneralPwD
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

IPU CET 2020 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the IPU CET 2020 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameIPU CET
Conducting BodyGuru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingBBA, B.Tech, MBA
Categories CoveredGeneral, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, GeneralPwD
Total Rounds4
Total Colleges Participating18
Official Websitehttps://ipu.admissions.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, bachelor-of-business-administration-bba, Bachelor in Business Administration (Shift II)

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: August 2026

IPU CET 2020 Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The IPU CET 2020 category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryGovernmentPrivate
General114753 - 456631128866
OBC114753 - 45663111155 - 128866
SC431096 - 919661456416
EWS-220 - 128866
GeneralPwD-60980 - 128866

IPU CET 2020 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in IPU CET 2020. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

MarksRank
0 - 3925001 - 30000
40 - 7920001 - 25000
80 - 11916001 - 20000
120 - 15912001 - 16000
160 - 1998001 - 12000
200 - 2395001 - 8000
240 - 2793001 - 5000
280 - 3191501 - 3000
320 - 349501 - 1500
350 - 379101 - 500
380 - 4001 - 100

IPU CET Cutoff Trend (2020)

The IPU CET cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearGeneralOBC-NCLSC
2020456631456631919661

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2020-2020): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


College wise IPU CET 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The IPU CET 2020 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like DCRUST Sonepat and Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
DCRUST SonepatB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral114753456631
Mahavir Swami Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral128866128866

Insight: DCRUST Sonepat and Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology close within top 128,866-456,631 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has the lowest closing rank (128,866), indicating highest competition.
  • 0 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 0 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise IPU CET 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeGeneralSCOBC
DCRUST Sonepat114753 - 456631431096 - 919661114753 - 456631
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology--24467 - 32747
MSIT--35911 - 36891
BPIT Delhi--52149
JIMS Greater Noida--94907
Sanskar Educational Group--11155
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology128866456416128866

Safe Score for IPU CET 2020

The IPU CET safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for Top Colleges

150-180+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 128,866-128,866 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 128,866-456,631.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The IPU CET rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology and DCRUST Sonepat across categories.


Rank under 128,866

College NameOBC
Sanskar Educational Group11155

Rank under 456,631

  • Strong chance in colleges like Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology and DCRUST Sonepat.
  • Likely branches: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 456,631

  • Admission possible in colleges like Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology and DCRUST Sonepat.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 128,866 ranks target top-tier options, under 456,631 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 456,631 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 456,631: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 456,631: 2 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting IPU CET 2020 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting IPU CET 2020 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCourses
DCRUST Sonepat₹ 13.29 Lakhs₹ 4.00 Lakhs89
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology₹ 4.56 Lakhs-13

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The IPU CET 2020 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCOBC
DCRUST Sonepat114753 - 456631431096 - 840782114753 - 456631
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology--24467
MSIT--35911
BPIT Delhi--52149
JIMS Greater Noida--94907
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology128866456416128866

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology and DCRUST Sonepat) close within top 456,631 ranks (General).
  • SC/ST categories show comparatively relaxed closing ranks versus General in multiple colleges.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 365,305 rank, while under 821,936 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top bachelor-of-business-administration-bba Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The IPU CET 2020 cutoff for bachelor-of-business-administration-bba highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. bachelor-of-business-administration-bba remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeOBC
Sanskar Educational Group11155

Key Insights

  • bachelor-of-business-administration-bba remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

All India bachelor-of-business-administration-bba Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The IPU CET 2020 cutoff for bachelor-of-business-administration-bba shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. bachelor-of-business-administration-bba offers balanced competition, with moderate closing ranks across leading institutes.

OBC Category Cutoff for bachelor-of-business-administration-bba (All India 2020)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Sanskar Educational Group1115511155

All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The IPU CET 2020 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2020)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
DCRUST Sonepat114753456631
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology128866128866

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2020)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BPIT Delhi5214952149
DCRUST Sonepat114753456631
JIMS Greater Noida9490794907
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology2446724467
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology128866128866
MSIT3591135911

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2020)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
DCRUST Sonepat431096729219
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology456416456416

Home State bachelor-of-business-administration-bba Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks

OBC Category Cutoff for bachelor-of-business-administration-bba (Home State 2020)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
MSI5681184
Sanskar Educational Group1682516825

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India Quota) 2020

CourseGeneralSCOBC
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering114753 - 456631431096 - 84078224467 - 456631
bachelor-of-business-administration-bba--11155
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Second Shift)--32747 - 36891
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering172221919661172221

College Wise Cutoff 2020

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2020 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
DCRUST SonepatView Cutoff
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
MSITView Cutoff
BPIT DelhiView Cutoff
JIMS Greater NoidaView Cutoff
Sanskar Educational GroupView Cutoff
Mahavir Swami Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The IPU CET 2020 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as MSI offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like bachelor-of-business-administration-bba closing around 1,184-1,184 (General)

Uttar Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Uttar Pradesh such as Sanskar Educational Group offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like bachelor-of-business-administration-bba closing around 16,825-16,825 (General)

Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.


IPU CET 2020 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for IPU CET 2020?
The cutoff for IPU CET 2020 is expected to be around 114,753-456,631 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for IPU CET 2020 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for IPU CET 2020 is:
  • General: 114,753-456,631 rank
  • OBC: 11,155-456,631 rank
  • SC: 431,096-919,661 rank
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for IPU CET 2019?
In 2019, the cutoff for IPU CET was:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2020.
What marks are required for top percentile in IPU CET 2020?
To achieve 99 percentile in IPU CET 2020, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in IPU CET 2020?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in IPU CET 2020, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in IPU CET 2020?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 128,866-128,866, depending on the number of candidates appearing for IPU CET 2020.
Is 95 percentile good in IPU CET 2020?
Yes, 95 percentile in IPU CET 2020 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through IPU CET 2020?
For top colleges accepting IPU CET 2020:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 128,866
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 128,866
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for IPU CET 2020?
A safe score for IPU CET 2020 is typically 120-150 to 150-180, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for IPU CET 2020 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for IPU CET 2020 is expected to stable due to factors like similar difficulty level, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for IPU CET 2020?
The cutoff for IPU CET 2020 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
  • Total seats: 18+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in IPU CET 2020?
With a good rank, candidates may get into DCRUST Sonepat and Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in IPU CET 2020?
The qualifying cutoff for IPU CET 2020 is 114,753-456,631 rank, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for IPU CET 2020?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for IPU CET 2020 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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