TS EAMCET Cutoff 2022: Check Category-wise Cutoffs, Qualifying Marks

Kriti Jain

Updated on - May 21, 2025

The TS EAMCET cutoff 2022 was made available after the announcement of the TS EAMCET result 2022 on Aug 12, 2022. The cutoff is the minimum marks required by candidates to qualify for the TS EAMCET exam.

The minimum TS EAMCET qualifying marks were 25% for the general category, while there was no minimum qualifying criterion for the reserved category. The final admission cutoffs were released during the TS EAMCET counselling 2022 in the form of opening and closing ranks.

The TS EAMCET cutoff is based on the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, available seats, category of the candidate, and the previous year's cutoff trends. Candidates can check the comprehensive analysis of the 2022 cutoff to anticipate their chances of admission to their desired college.

TS EAMCET Category-Wise Cutoff 2022

The TS EAMCET cutoff 2022 is the minimum marks required to be achieved to pass the exam. The cutoff marks vary across categories, taking the competition among aspirants to the next level.

Here's the minimum criteria for TS EAMCET 2022:

Branch-wise TS EAMCET 2022 Cutoff

The TS EAMCET cutoff 2022 is different for each branch due to seat availability and demand. Some engineering branches are consistently more competitive. In 2022, Computer Science and allied streams had the lowest closing ranks.

Here's the detailed overview of the branch-wise TS EAMCET cutoff 2022 for various colleges:

TS EAMCET Cutoff 2022 for Top Colleges

Candidates must note that TS EAMCET participating colleges release their own TS EAMCET cutoff in the form of opening and closing ranks across categories, branches and genders. Candidates falling within this range gain admission to their desired college.

The following table provides a complete overview of the TS EAMCET cutoff 2022 for various institutes:

Key Takeaways from TS EAMCET Cutoff Trends in 2022

Compared to past years, one clear trend is surging interest in computing fields. In the 2022 counselling, even though about 9,240 additional seats in Computer Science courses were created, they were completely exhausted. Most students who were aspiring for CSE/IT/ECE, and ranked even below 25,000, often dropped their allotment, hoping to grab a better option in the second round.

The rise of new streams was evident: branches like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity/Blockchain saw extremely low cutoffs relative to older branches. For instance, VNR's AI/Data branch cutoff (~3,106) was comparable to CBIT's AI (~2,207), showing they are as competitive as pure CSE.

The closing ranks in 2022 were generally similar or slightly higher (tougher) than in 2021, due to increased seats but also increased seats in popular branches.

How did the TS EAMCET Cutoff Ranks 2022 Work?

A cutoff (closing) rank is simply the last rank at which a seat was allotted in a given branch and category. For example, if the cutoff rank for CSE at a college is 2,164 for OC (open category) males, it means the 2,164th-ranked OC-male candidate got admission; anyone with a lower rank (meaning worse score) did not. Cutoffs vary by branch, college, and category (OC, BC‑A/B/C/D/E, SC, ST, EWS, etc.). Better ranks (closer to 1) are needed for popular streams; reserved category students often get slightly higher cutoff ranks for the same branch. Understanding these cutoffs helps students predict which options are realistic.

Tips for Future TS EAMCET Aspirants

The opening and closing ranks are released during the TS EAMCET counselling process. When selecting the college and branch, candidates should keep the following in mind to ensure that they gain admission to the right place that aligns with their career goals:

• Analyse Last Year's Closing Ranks. Use official cutoff lists (like this 2022 PDF) to see which colleges and branches were attainable with your rank. For example, if candidates expect a rank of ~5,000, note that OUCE/CSE (~2,100) is out of reach, but CBIT/AI (~2,200) might just miss as well - instead, look at CSE in slightly lower-tier colleges which closed around 5-10k. Checking category-wise ranks (OC vs SC vs BC) is crucial.
• Have a Balanced College List. Don't focus only on premier colleges. Include a mix of top choices (which need your top 10% rank) and safe options (where cutoffs were higher). For instance, if your rank is ~20,000, you might not get into Vasavi CSE, but branches like Vasavi ECE or CBIT ECE (OC cutoff ~6,640) might be possible. Use the cutoffs as a guide to cast a realistic net.
• Leverage Category Reservations. If you have a reservation, you can aim for colleges where the general cutoff was higher. For example, an SC ranker at 12,000 might still get into OUCE/CSE (SC cutoff ~6,858) or Vasavi/CSE, even if the general cutoff was ~2,600. Check "All India" vs "OU" seats too: e.g., OUCE shows some "OU" category cutoffs (used by out-of-state or NRI quotas) but focuses on the general open or EWS seats which appear in the list.
• Watch Emerging Trends. If a branch's cutoff is rapidly rising (closing rank dropping), it means demand is outpacing seats. In 2022, AI, DS, and Cybersecurity saw very low cutoffs. If you're open to those fields, expect tough competition. Conversely, some traditional branches (like Civil at certain colleges) may offer entry at higher ranks, which can be a strategic alternative.
• Be Flexible During Counselling. Many students skip a round to try for better options later. Keep track of vacant seats after each phase. The final phase cutoffs often show that some high-demand seats remain unfilled due to dropouts. Use official seat matrices and last-rank data in real time (provided by the counselling authorities) to adjust your choices. Remember that the closing rank is not a promise: aim a bit above it to be safe.