Cut-off
Admissions to the Department of Engineering at Heritage Centre for Advanced Studies Dehradun are highly competitive, with cut-offs determined based on JEE Main scores and other eligibility criteria. The following tables provide detailed analysis of rank trends over the past decade:
Opening and Closing Ranks (Last 10 Years)
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,000 | 8,000 | 15,000 | 30,000 | 40,000 | 5,000 |
| 2023 | 13,000 | 9,000 | 16,000 | 32,000 | 45,000 | 6,000 |
| 2022 | 14,000 | 10,000 | 17,000 | 35,000 | 50,000 | 7,000 |
| 2021 | 15,000 | 11,000 | 18,000 | 38,000 | 55,000 | 8,000 |
| 2020 | 16,000 | 12,000 | 19,000 | 40,000 | 60,000 | 9,000 |
| 2019 | 17,000 | 13,000 | 20,000 | 42,000 | 65,000 | 10,000 |
| 2018 | 18,000 | 14,000 | 21,000 | 45,000 | 70,000 | 11,000 |
| 2017 | 19,000 | 15,000 | 22,000 | 48,000 | 75,000 | 12,000 |
| 2016 | 20,000 | 16,000 | 23,000 | 50,000 | 80,000 | 13,000 |
| 2015 | 21,000 | 17,000 | 24,000 | 52,000 | 85,000 | 14,000 |
Rank Trends Analysis
The cut-offs for Heritage Centre for Advanced Studies Dehradun have shown a gradual increase over the past decade, reflecting rising competition and improved academic standards. This trend is particularly evident in the General category, where ranks have dropped from 21,000 to 12,000, indicating higher performance among applicants.
There has also been an upward shift in EWS (Economically Weaker Section) cut-offs, suggesting a growing number of economically disadvantaged students applying and performing well. This reflects the university's inclusive admission policy and efforts to support underrepresented groups.
JoSAA/CSAB Counseling Process
The admission process for Heritage Centre for Advanced Studies Dehradun is conducted through JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) or CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board), depending on the specific program and category:
- Registration: Students register online with their JEE Main rank and personal details.
- Choice Filling: Applicants select colleges and programs according to their preferences and eligibility.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on merit, category-wise quotas, and availability of seats in the chosen college.
- Reporting: Students who receive a seat must report to the respective institution within the specified deadline.
- Document Verification: Final verification of documents ensures eligibility and confirms admission.
The university maintains transparency in its counseling process, providing detailed updates through official portals and emails. Students are advised to monitor their JoSAA/CSAB status regularly and prepare accordingly for the reporting phase.