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Madhya Pradesh Bachelor of Engineering Entrance Exam (MPBE)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The MPBE 2021 cutoff has been released by the The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Madhya Pradesh along with the results. Candidates can check the category-wise, college-wise, and course-wise cutoff ranks on the official website https://dte.mponline.gov.in/.

This page provides the detailed MPBE cutoff analysis for 2021, helping students estimate admission chances in top colleges.


MPBE 2021 cutoff for General category ranges from 47,378 to 843,187 rank, while EWS, GeneralPwD, OBC, and SC cutoffs are lower based on category reservations. Candidates with rank under 843,187 have high chances of getting top colleges like IPS Academy, LNCT, and AITR.


MPBE 2021 Cutoff Highlights

The MPBE 2021 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Madhya Pradesh and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: MPBE 2021
  • Conducting Body: The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Madhya Pradesh
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 3
  • Total Colleges Participating: 37
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech IT, B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
  • Categories Covered: General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, GeneralPwD
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

MPBE 2021 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the MPBE 2021 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameMPBE
Conducting BodyThe Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Madhya Pradesh
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingB.Tech, B.E, B.E. / B.Tech
Categories CoveredGeneral, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, GeneralPwD
Total Rounds3
Total Colleges Participating37
Official Websitehttps://dte.mponline.gov.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech IT, B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

MPBE 2021 Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The MPBE 2021 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
General-47378 - 843187
OBC-148091 - 843391
SC-563382 - 839401
ST-395730 - 803269
EWS-320882 - 716357
GeneralPwD43233 - 10254541150 - 843187

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The MPBE 2021 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
30,000 – 50,000Mittal Institute Of Technology

MPBE 2021 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in MPBE 2021. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

MarksRank
0 - 19110001
20 - 3990001 - 110000
40 - 5970001 - 90000
60 - 7950001 - 70000
80 - 9930001 - 50000
100 - 11915001 - 30000
120 - 1397001 - 15000
140 - 1592001 - 7000
160 - 179501 - 2000
180 - 2001 - 500

MPBE 2021 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The MPBE 2021 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
General102060047,378 - 843,187177,413 Lower
OBC-148,091 - 843,391-
SC-563,382 - 839,401-
ST-395,730 - 803,269-
EWS-320,882 - 716,357-

Why Did the Cutoff Change?

The variation between expected and actual cutoff is influenced by:

  • Exam Difficulty Level: Slightly easier paper can increase cutoff, while tougher papers may reduce it.
  • Number of Candidates: Higher participation generally raises competition and affects closing trends.
  • Normalization Process: Session-wise normalization may create minor variation in final rank outcomes.
  • Seat Availability: Stable seat intake usually keeps cutoff movement within an expected range.

Accuracy Analysis

  • Prediction Accuracy: Previous-year based estimates are generally close to actual cutoff outcomes.
  • General Category: Shows comparatively tighter competition and visible year-to-year movement.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: MPBE 2021 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

MPBE Cutoff Trend (2021 vs 2020)

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


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearGeneralOBC-NCLSCST
2021843187843391839401803269
20201020600---

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 (2020-2021): 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


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (General Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for General category.

College2021
IPS Academy843187
LNCT235315
AITR527963
Sushila Devi Bansal College of Engineering834394

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

College wise MPBE 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MPBE 2021 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like IPS Academy, LNCT, and AITR across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
IPS AcademyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral410064410064
LNCTB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral113087113087
AITRB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral236848236848
Mittal Institute Of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral4737847378
IIST IndoreB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral550445550445
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and ScienceB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral758148758148
Bhopal Institute of Technology and ScienceB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral779280779280
Malwa Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral772941772941
SIRT BhopalB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral633312633312
Technocrats Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral166712166712

Insight: IPS Academy, LNCT, and AITR close within top 113,087-410,064 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 (47,378), 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 MPBE 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeGeneralOBC
IPS Academy410064 - 843187417114 - 841491
LNCT113087 - 235315148091 - 542798
AITR236848 - 527963282531 - 670519
Sushila Devi Bansal College of Engineering834394831450
Mittal Institute Of Technology47378561594
IIST Indore550445547824
Bhopal Institute of Technology249499-
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and Science758148-
Bhopal Institute of Technology and Science779280-
BTIRT721600795220

Safe Score for MPBE 2021

The MPBE 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 113,087-410,064 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 410,064-758,148.

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 MPBE 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 Mittal Institute Of Technology, LNCT, and Technocrats Institute of Technology across categories.


Rank under 166,712

College NameGeneralOBC
Mittal Institute Of Technology47378561594

Rank under 550,445

  • Strong chance in colleges like Mittal Institute Of Technology, LNCT, and Technocrats Institute of Technology.
  • 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 772,941

  • Admission possible in colleges like Mittal Institute Of Technology, LNCT, and Technocrats Institute of Technology.
  • 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 166,712 ranks target top-tier options, under 550,445 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 772,941 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 550,445: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 772,941: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting MPBE 2021 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting MPBE 2021 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
IPS Academy₹ 4.90 Lakhs₹ 4.45 Lakhs85IndiaToday #19
LNCT₹ 3.52 Lakhs₹ 5.61 Lakhs15IndiaToday #40
AITR₹ 6.69 Lakhs₹ 3.71 Lakhs38Times #88
Mittal Institute Of Technology₹ 2.00 Lakhs-16-
IIST Indore₹ 2.62 Lakhs₹ 2.80 Lakhs18-
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and Science₹ 91,200-10-
Bhopal Institute of Technology and Science₹ 1.10 Lakhs-9-
Malwa Institute of Technology₹ 2.57 Lakhs-22-
SIRT Bhopal₹ 7.20 Lakhs₹ 3.50 Lakhs26IndiaToday #141
Technocrats Institute of Technology₹ 2.40 Lakhs-48-

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MPBE 2021 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.

CollegeGeneralOBC
IPS Academy410064417114
LNCT113087148091
AITR236848282531
Sushila Devi Bansal College of Engineering834394831450
Mittal Institute Of Technology47378561594
IIST Indore550445547824
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and Science758148-
Bhopal Institute of Technology and Science779280-
Malwa Institute of Technology772941-
Shivajirao Kadam Institute of Technology and Management816003-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Mittal Institute Of Technology, LNCT, and AITR) close within top 236,848 ranks (General).
  • 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 189,478 rank, while under 426,326 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top BTech IT Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MPBE 2021 cutoff for BTech IT highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. BTech IT remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
Technocrats Institute of Technology818220 - 829389584217 - 803414803269812645 - 818032

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Technocrats Institute of Technology) close within top 829,389 ranks (General).
  • BTech IT remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech IT in top colleges, aim for under 663,511 rank, while under 1,492,900 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MPBE 2021 cutoff for B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCOBC
AITR306980-444974
Oriental Institute of Science and Technology Bhopal-712974-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (AITR) close within top 306,980 ranks (General).
  • B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) in top colleges, aim for under 245,584 rank, while under 552,564 rank can still fetch strong options.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The MPBE 2021 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 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
AITR236848236848
Bhopal Institute of Technology and Science779280779280
IIST Indore550445550445
IPS Academy410064410064
LNCT113087113087
Malwa Institute of Technology772941772941
Mittal Institute Of Technology4737847378
SIRT Bhopal633312633312
Technocrats Institute of Technology166712166712
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and Science758148758148

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
AITR282531282531
IIST Indore547824547824
IPS Academy417114417114
Jai Narain college of Technology (JNCT)798275798275
JIT726590726590
LNCT148091148091
Mittal Institute Of Technology561594561594
SIRT Bhopal784777784777
Technocrats Institute of Technology757636757636
Vindhya Institute of Technology & Science,(VITS Satna)798582798582

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Oriental Institute of Science and Technology Bhopal814461814461
Technocrats Institute of Technology651637651637

ST Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Technocrats Institute of Technology395730395730

All India BTech IT Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The MPBE 2021 cutoff for BTech IT shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BTech IT has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for BTech IT (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Technocrats Institute of Technology818220829389

OBC Category Cutoff for BTech IT (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Technocrats Institute of Technology812645812645

SC Category Cutoff for BTech IT (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Technocrats Institute of Technology584217584217

ST Category Cutoff for BTech IT (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Technocrats Institute of Technology803269803269

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
RJIT400539400539371449371449

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
RJIT822684822684678330678330

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India Quota) 2021

CourseGeneralSCSTOBC
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering47378 - 839369651637 - 839401395730148091 - 843391
BTech IT818220 - 829389584217 - 803414803269812645 - 818032
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)306980712974-444974
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering842409772448--
B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science)402916 - 842471721425 - 744850-507176 - 841491
B.E. in Computer Science Engineering249499 - 721600--795220
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science235315--542798 - 817094
B.Tech Computer Science and Information Technology527963 - 843187--670519 - 831073
B.tech in Computer Science and Business System-563382--
B.Tech in CSE (Internet of Things)780292--802421

College Wise Cutoff 2021

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2021 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
IPS AcademyView Cutoff
LNCTView Cutoff
AITRView Cutoff
Sushila Devi Bansal College of EngineeringView Cutoff
Mittal Institute Of TechnologyView Cutoff
IIST IndoreView Cutoff
Bhopal Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
Vaishnavi Institutes of Technology and ScienceView Cutoff
Bhopal Institute of Technology and ScienceView Cutoff
BTIRTView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The MPBE 2021 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Madhya Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Madhya Pradesh such as RJIT offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 400,539-822,684 (General)

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


MPBE 2021 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for MPBE 2021?
The cutoff for MPBE 2021 is expected to be around 47,378-843,187 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 MPBE 2021 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for MPBE 2021 is:
  • General: 47,378-843,187 rank
  • OBC: 148,091-843,391 rank
  • SC: 563,382-839,401 rank
  • ST: 395,730-803,269 rank
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for MPBE 2020?
In 2020, the cutoff for MPBE was:
  • General: 1,020,600-1,020,600 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2021.
What marks are required for top percentile in MPBE 2021?
To achieve 99 percentile in MPBE 2021, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in MPBE 2021?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in MPBE 2021, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in MPBE 2021?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 236,848-550,445, depending on the number of candidates appearing for MPBE 2021.
Is 95 percentile good in MPBE 2021?
Yes, 95 percentile in MPBE 2021 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 MPBE 2021?
For top colleges accepting MPBE 2021:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 236,848
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 550,445
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for MPBE 2021?
A safe score for MPBE 2021 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 MPBE 2021 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for MPBE 2021 is expected to decrease due to factors like higher competition and tighter score spread, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for MPBE 2021?
The cutoff for MPBE 2021 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: higher competition and tighter score spread
  • Total seats: 37+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in MPBE 2021?
With a good rank, candidates may get into IPS Academy, LNCT, and AITR, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in MPBE 2021?
The qualifying cutoff for MPBE 2021 is 47,378-843,187 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 MPBE 2021?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for MPBE 2021 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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