Looking at the previous year's KCET cutoff ranks for PES University can give us a clearer picture. In 2024, the last round closing rank for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at PES University for the General Merit category was around 1205. While specific OBC 2A category ranks for 2024 aren't readily available in a single consolidated list, the general trend indicates that OBC category cutoffs are usually within a reasonable range of the general merit ranks, often slightly higher. Your rank being well within 5000 significantly increases your probability of getting a CSE seat.

For the 2023 KCET cutoffs for PES University, the closing rank for CSE under the OBC category was around 7937. Your rank is much better than this, suggesting a high likelihood of admission. Keep in mind that cutoffs can fluctuate slightly each year.

To solidify your admission, ensure you participate actively in the KCET counselling process conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). During counselling, prioritize PES University and the Computer Science branch. Your impressive KCET rank in the OBC 2A category makes you a strong contender for a CSE seat at PES University.