GATE 2026 Civil Engg Cutoff: Expected Passing Marks Analysis

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati will release the qualifying marks for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 Civil Engineering exam. Students who have completed the test are awaiting these scores to determine their eligibility for further studies.

The GATE qualifying marks, also known as the passing marks, are essential for candidates seeking admission to M.Tech programs. These marks are typically released in two phases: qualifying and admission cutoffs. Scores at or above the passing marks make candidates eligible for the counselling process.

GATE 2026 Civil Engineering Expected Passing Marks

Based on an analysis of past trends, the expected passing marks for GATE 2026 Civil Engineering are projected to be around 28 to 29.2 for the General category. For Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories, the expected passing marks are lower.

Several factors influence these cutoffs. These include the overall difficulty of the exam paper, the total number of candidates who appeared, reservation policies, and the general performance level of the test-takers.

Category-wise Expected Passing Marks

Category GATE 2026 Passing Marks (Expected)
General 28 to 29.2
OBC-NCL/EWS 25 to 26.2
SC/ST 18 to 19.4

Previous Years’ GATE Civil Engineering Cutoffs

Civil Engineering is a competitive field. Examining the cutoff trends from the past three years provides insight into potential scores.

Year General OBC-NCL/EWS SC/ST
2025 29.2 26.2 19.4
2024 28.3 25.4 18.8
2023 26.6 23.9 17.7

Candidates should note that these figures are projections based on historical data. The official qualifying marks will be announced by IIT Guwahati on its website. Applicants are advised to await the official announcement before making any college admission decisions.