Kalyana-Karnataka (Article 371J / HK) Quota in KCET, NEET & DCET: Seat Matrix & Cutoffs
By Uninode Editorial & Data Team • Updated 2026-10-14 • 8 min read
How ROK vs HK seat pools work under Article 371J across Bengaluru and Kalyana-Karnataka institutions, and how to compare GMH, 2AH, 3BH, and SCH cutoffs on Uninode.
Key Takeaways
- Under Article 371J, eligible candidates from Bidar, Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Raichur, Koppal, Ballari, and Vijayanagara qualify for both regional (70%) and statewide (8%) Kalyana-Karnataka reservations.
- In Uninode, toggle Seat Type from "ROK" (Rest of Karnataka) to "HK" to inspect dedicated Kalyana-Karnataka seat pool cutoffs such as GMH, 1H, 2AH, 2BH, 3AH, 3BH, SCH, and STH.
- 371J candidates remain eligible to compete for unreserved General Merit seats first on merit before consuming reserved HK quota seats.
- Your Assistant Commissioner (AC) 371J Eligibility Certificate RD number must be verified during KEA document verification.
Understanding ROK vs HK Seat Pools in KEA PDFs
KEA publishes separate cutoff allotment PDFs for the General / Rest-of-Karnataka statewide pool (labelled ROK in Uninode) and the Kalyana-Karnataka (formerly Hyderabad-Karnataka, labelled HK) reserved pool.
In institutions located outside the Kalyana-Karnataka region—such as Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru, Hubballi-Dharwad, Belagavi, and Tumakuru—8% of government-quota seats are earmarked for 371J certificate holders. Within colleges situated inside the seven Kalyana-Karnataka districts, regional reservation rises up to 70% of available government seats as governed by state cadre/admission orders.
| Institution Location | HK (371J) Reserved Share | Category Codes Seen in KEA Cutoffs |
|---|---|---|
| Rest of Karnataka (Bengaluru, Mysuru, etc.) | 8% of KEA seat matrix | GMH, 1H, 1KH, 1RH, 2AH, 2AKH, 2ARH, 2BH, 3AH, 3BH, SCH, STH |
| Inside Kalyana-Karnataka Region (7 Districts) | Up to 70% regional quota | Regional HK category codes across GM, OBC, SC, ST + Rural/Kannada sub-quotas |
How Much Rank Buffer Does HK Reservation Provide?
The cutoff buffer varies dramatically by college tier and branch. At premier Bengaluru campuses (UVCE, RVCE, BMSCE, MSRIT) in Computer Science & allied branches, GMH closing ranks are typically 15% to 45% more relaxed than GM ROK ranks because high-scoring 371J toppers fill the 8% pool briskly.
In core branches (ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil) and mid-tier autonomous colleges, or when combined with Rural (`RH`) or Kannada Medium (`KH`) horizontal sub-quotas, the cutoff advantage can span tens of thousands of ranks. Always switch the Seat Type selector to HK inside Uninode’s Analyzer to view exact historical closing ranks for your specific category code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do some HK categories show "--" for a branch in a specific round?
Because 8% of a small intake (e.g., 30 or 60 seats) translates to only 2–5 HK seats divided across vertical/horizontal roster points. Not every sub-category (such as 2BRH or 3AKH) receives a roster seat in every branch every year—in which case eligible candidates are considered under broader HK/GMH or ROK categories.
Can an HK student also get a seat in the ROK pool?
Yes. Meritorious 371J candidates compete in the open merit pool as well; KEA’s allotment order follows official roster rules so candidates are never disadvantaged for holding a 371J certificate.