With 71 marks in KCET, your estimated rank would be between 35,000 and 45,000. This is an approximation, and the actual rank can vary depending on factors like the overall difficulty of the exam and the number of candidates.

The rank you obtain in KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) depends on various factors such as the difficulty of the exam, the number of candidates, and the distribution of marks. Based on your score of 71 in KCET and a total of 154 in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics), it is challenging to provide an exact rank without access to the official KCET rank predictor.

For a more accurate estimate, it is recommended to use the official KCET rank predictor available on the KEA website or contact the Karnataka Examination Authority for detailed rank information. Additionally, you can monitor the KCET results for specific rank announcements after the exam.

Estimated KCET Rank:

12,000 to 16,000

Possible Colleges:

1. MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology (for branches like Mechanical, Civil, Industrial Engineering)
2. BMS Institute of Technology (for branches like Mechanical, Electrical)
3. Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (for branches like Civil, EEE, Biotechnology)
4. Sir MVIT (for Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering)
5. JSS Science and Technology University, Mysore (for Civil, Instrumentation)

Possible Branches:

1. Mechanical Engineering
2. Civil Engineering
3. Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
4. Industrial Engineering
5. Biotechnology (in some colleges)