The number of candidates applying for SASTRA counseling varies each year, but I can provide some insights on the admission process and cutoffs.

SASTRA University admissions are based on a combination of Class XII scores and JEE Main scores (if applicable).¹ The university offers two streams:

- Stream 1: 50% of seats are allocated based on a combination of Class XII scores (50% weightage) and JEE Main scores (50% weightage).

- Stream 2: Remaining 50% of seats are allocated based solely on Class XII scores.

While there is no the exact number of applicants, SASTRA University's cutoffs for Stream 2 admissions are typically based on Class XII scores. With a cutoff of 176.5 in the 12th standard, your chances of getting into SASTRA College in Stream 2 depend on various factors, including:

- Competition: The number of applicants with similar or higher scores.

- Seat availability: The number of seats available in the desired program.

To give you a better idea, SASTRA University' s admission process and cutoffs can be found on their official website.