Due to the increased student intake, the cut-offs for COE went down to 100 marks for Punjab and 130 marks for outside Punjab candidates, in the last few years. Here is the cutoff trend for COE.

As the seats are increasing, there is a probability that the cut-offs might decline further. The cut-off will be around 90 marks for Punjab and 115 marks for outside Punjab candidates.

It will be better to attend the spot counseling irrespective of your chance of admission as it is uncertain. You might be lucky to get your favorite branch at Thapar.