CG PPT 2026 Round 1 Merit List – 3,913 Candidates Qualify for Diploma Engineering Admission
The Chhattisgarh Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has released the round 1 merit list of the Chhattisgarh Pre-Polytechnic Test (CG PPT) 2026 for admission to Diploma in Engineering and Diploma in Architecture programmes. A total of 3,913 candidates have made it to the state merit list, which is now available for download at cgdte.admissions.nic.in. The list ranks candidates based on PPT scores, eligibility criteria, and domicile status, and forms the basis for the upcoming counselling and seat allotment process.
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What Is the CG PPT 2026 Round 1 Merit List?
This section explains what the round 1 merit list actually represents and why it matters for candidates seeking admission to Chhattisgarh’s polytechnic diploma courses.
The CG PPT 2026 round 1 merit list is an official ranking document prepared by the Directorate of Technical Education, Chhattisgarh, for candidates seeking admission to 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Diploma in Architecture programmes across the state. It is the first of potentially several merit lists released during the CG PPT 2026 counselling cycle, and it determines which candidates are eligible to participate in choice filling and seat allotment for round 1.
According to the released list, candidates have been ranked based on:
- Their Pre-Polytechnic Test (PPT) score from the exam held earlier this year
- Eligibility criteria, including qualifying marks for their respective category
- Domicile status (Chhattisgarh domicile vs non-domicile candidates)
- Other applicable reservation and merit norms
CG PPT 2026 Round 1 Merit List – Key Highlights
This section summarises the most important numbers and facts from the merit list release, giving a quick snapshot before the detailed breakdown.
A total of 3,913 candidates have been included in the CG PPT 2026 state merit list for round 1. The list contains detailed information for each qualified candidate, allowing them to verify their position before counselling begins.
The CG PPT 2026 merit list document includes each candidate’s application ID, date of birth, eligibility examination details, PPT score, domicile status, merit symbol, and state rank.
CG PPT 2026 Top Scorers: Marks vs Rank
This section covers the top-performing candidates in the merit list and the score range required to secure a place among the top ranks.
The top rank in the CG PPT 2026 merit list was secured by a candidate who scored 130 marks. The candidates holding the next two positions scored 112 and 107 marks, respectively. Overall, the top 10 ranks in the state merit list were held by candidates scoring between 97 and 130 marks, reflecting the competitive nature of this year’s polytechnic admission cycle.
How to Check and Download the CG PPT 2026 Round 1 Merit List
This section provides a simple step-by-step process for candidates to locate their name, rank, and details in the official merit list PDF or portal.
Candidates can follow these steps to check and download the CG PPT 2026 round 1 merit list for admission to 3-year diploma engineering and architecture courses:
- Visit the official website, cgdte.admissions.nic.in.
- Navigate to the “Merit List” or “PPT Admission 2026” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link labelled “CG PPT 2026 Round 1 Merit List.”
- Open the PDF document or log in through the candidate portal, as applicable.
- Search for your name, application ID, or roll number within the list.
- Download and save a copy of the merit list for future reference during counselling.
Candidates are advised to keep a downloaded or printed copy of their merit list entry handy, as it may be required during document verification and admission at the allotted institute.
What Happens After the CG PPT 2026 Merit List? Next Steps in Counselling
This section outlines the counselling timeline that follows the merit list release, so candidates know exactly what to do and by when.
Candidates whose names appear in the CG PPT 2026 round 1 merit list are eligible to proceed to the next stage of counselling and admission, as scheduled by the Directorate of Technical Education. The key dates following the merit list release are:
- Objection window: Candidates who notice discrepancies in their merit list entry can submit objections by June 17.
- Seat allotment result: The round 1 seat allotment result will be declared on June 19.
- Admission formalities: Candidates allotted a seat must complete admission formalities, including document verification and fee payment, between June 20 and June 24.
Candidates should track the official CGDTE counselling portal regularly for updates, since this round 1 cycle covers Diploma in Engineering and Diploma in Architecture, along with related courses such as Diploma in Engineering (Lateral Entry), Costume Design and Dress Making, Interior Decoration, Modern Office Management, and Hotel Management and Catering Technology, all of which follow a similar admission schedule. Further rounds of counselling, if any seats remain vacant, will be announced only after round 1 admissions are completed.