
The Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) facilitates admissions to various undergraduate engineering (B.E./B.Tech) programs in government, government-aided, and private unaided technical institutions across Haryana. Admissions are primarily based on JEE Main scores for B.E./B.Tech courses. Our HSTES 2026 College Predictor is an essential tool designed to help aspiring students estimate their chances of admission into their desired colleges and branches, streamlining their counselling process.

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Predicts B.Tech colleges in Haryana based on your JEE Main 2026 rank.
Considers Haryana Domicile (85% State Quota) and All India Quota (15%) seats.
Provides branch-wise predictions for top HSTES participating institutions.
Each predicted college shows your admission probability, the relevant closing rank for your category, and the branches likely to open up.

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How the HSTES Predictor Works
Enter Your JEE Main 2026 Rank
Input your expected or actual JEE Main 2026 All India Rank. This is the primary factor for B.Tech admissions through HSTES counselling.
Select Your Category & Quota
Choose your applicable reservation category (General, SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, PWD, ESM, FF) and specify if you are a Haryana Domicile candidate or applying under the All India Quota.
Get Personalized College Predictions
Based on your inputs and previous years' HSTES cutoff data, the predictor will generate a list of potential colleges and branches you might secure admission into for 2026.

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How Does the HSTES Counselling Work?
01
Online Registration & Fee Payment
02
Choice Filling & Locking
03
Seat Allotment
04
Document Verification & Fee Payment
Key Factors Behind HSTES Seat Allocation
JEE Main Rank/Merit
Your All India Rank (AIR) in JEE Main 2026 is the primary determinant for B.Tech admissions. Higher ranks generally lead to better college and branch options. HSTES prepares a merit list based on JEE Main scores for counselling. Separate merit lists are often prepared for different categories and quotas.
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Category & Quota
HSTES implements reservation policies for various categories: SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, PWD, ESM, FF. 85% of seats are reserved for Haryana Domicile candidates, with 15% for the All India Quota. Specific sub-categories within Haryana Domicile also have reservations (e.g., Women, Economically Weaker Sections). Understanding your category and quota is crucial for accurate prediction and counselling.
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Choice Filling Order
The sequence in which you list your preferred colleges and branches significantly impacts allotment. Always place your most desired options at the top, followed by less preferred but acceptable choices. A well-researched and strategically filled choice list maximizes your chances of securing a good seat. Avoid filling only a few choices; fill as many relevant options as possible.
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Availability of Seats
The total number of seats available in each college and branch for 2026 plays a vital role. Seat matrix changes annually due to approvals, withdrawals, or new course introductions. Popular branches like Computer Science Engineering (CSE) and Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) have higher demand. The number of candidates applying for a particular college/branch also influences cutoffs.
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JEE Main Rank/Merit
Your All India Rank (AIR) in JEE Main 2026 is the primary determinant for B.Tech admissions. Higher ranks generally lead to better college and branch options. HSTES prepares a merit list based on JEE Main scores for counselling. Separate merit lists are often prepared for different categories and quotas.
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Category & Quota
HSTES implements reservation policies for various categories: SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, PWD, ESM, FF. 85% of seats are reserved for Haryana Domicile candidates, with 15% for the All India Quota. Specific sub-categories within Haryana Domicile also have reservations (e.g., Women, Economically Weaker Sections). Understanding your category and quota is crucial for accurate prediction and counselling.
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Choice Filling Order
The sequence in which you list your preferred colleges and branches significantly impacts allotment. Always place your most desired options at the top, followed by less preferred but acceptable choices. A well-researched and strategically filled choice list maximizes your chances of securing a good seat. Avoid filling only a few choices; fill as many relevant options as possible.
Read More
Availability of Seats
The total number of seats available in each college and branch for 2026 plays a vital role. Seat matrix changes annually due to approvals, withdrawals, or new course introductions. Popular branches like Computer Science Engineering (CSE) and Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) have higher demand. The number of candidates applying for a particular college/branch also influences cutoffs.
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HSTES Accepting Colleges
College
Cutoff Round 1
Bachelor of Pharmacy {Lateral}
Closing rank 2025 - 3
Bachelor of Pharmacy {Lateral}
Closing rank 2025 - 8
Bachelor of Technology {Lateral} in Electronics & Communication Engineering
Closing rank 2025 - 10
Bachelor of Technology {Lateral} in Computer Science & Engineering
Closing rank 2025 - 14
Bachelor of Pharmacy {Lateral}
Closing rank 2025 - 15