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IIT Bombay CSE – Average Package, Cutoff & Scope 2026

The most coveted engineering programme in India. JEE Advanced closing rank ~67, median package ₹28 LPA, average ₹35–50 LPA. Top recruiters include Google, DE Shaw, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs.

⚠ Data Notice

Placement figures are from 2025 records. Closing ranks for 2026 are estimated from JoSAA 2025 trends. Actual figures will be released after JoSAA 2026.

IIT Bombay CSE – Complete Guide 2026

IIT Bombay's Computer Science & Engineering programme is widely regarded as the most prestigious undergraduate CS programme in India, and one of the top in the world. Located in Powai, Mumbai, IIT Bombay is NIRF #3 in engineering but arguably #1 in industry brand value and placement quality.

Programme Options

ProgrammeDurationClosing Rank (est.)
B.Tech CSE4 years~67
Dual Degree CSE + Mathematics5 years~120–150

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum covers algorithms, data structures, machine learning, distributed computing, AI, NLP, computer systems, programming languages, and theory of computation. Students have flexibility to specialise through electives in their 3rd and 4th years. The department actively collaborates with Microsoft Research India, Google Research, and various IIT Bombay research labs.

Placement Statistics 2025

MetricFigure
Median Package₹28 LPA
Average Package₹35–50 LPA
Highest (International)~₹2–3 Cr
Highest (Domestic)₹1.5–2 Cr
Placement Rate95%+

Top Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, DE Shaw, Tower Research Capital, Goldman Sachs, Uber, Meta (Facebook), Atlassian, Walmart Labs, Flipkart, Zomato, JP Morgan, Quant firms.

Higher Studies & Research

Approximately 20–25% of IIT Bombay CSE graduates pursue MS/PhD at MIT, Stanford, CMU, UC Berkeley, ETH Zurich, and other top global institutions. IIT Bombay's strong research profile and faculty connections facilitate this path. The SINE (Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship) incubator has produced 500+ startups from IIT Bombay alumni.

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Frequently Asked Questions – IIT Bombay CSE 2026

1
What is the average package at IIT Bombay CSE in 2025?
IIT Bombay CSE had a median package of approximately ₹28 LPA and an average package of ₹35–50 LPA in 2025. The highest domestic package was around ₹1.5–2 Cr from companies like DE Shaw, Tower Research Capital, and Goldman Sachs. International offers from Google (US), Facebook (Meta), and Jane Street have touched ₹2–3 Cr (CTC). Approximately 95%+ of CSE students who sit for placements receive offers.
2
What rank is needed for IIT Bombay CSE?
For IIT Bombay B.Tech CSE, the JEE Advanced 2026 General category (All India) closing rank is estimated at approximately 67. This is typically the most competitive IIT CSE programme in India. For the Dual Degree (CSE + Mathematics), the closing rank is slightly higher, around 120–150. OBC-NCL rank required is approximately 30–40. These numbers fluctuate slightly each year, but IIT Bombay CSE consistently has the lowest closing rank number (most competitive) among all IIT CSE programmes.
3
Should I choose B.Tech CSE or Dual Degree CSE at IIT Bombay?
B.Tech CSE (4 years) is better if you want to join the industry immediately after graduation. You graduate in 4 years and can apply for jobs earlier. Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech, 5 years) is better if you are interested in research, higher studies, or want to deepen specialisation in areas like AI/ML, Systems, or Theory. Dual Degree students also have access to more research publications and often get stronger GATE/GRE profiles. The placement outcomes for Dual Degree at IIT Bombay are comparable to B.Tech CSE.
4
What percentage of IIT Bombay CSE graduates go for higher studies?
Approximately 20–25% of IIT Bombay CSE graduates pursue higher studies (MS/PhD) at top global universities. Common destinations include MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon (CMU), UC Berkeley, ETH Zurich, and University of Toronto. IIT Bombay has strong relationships with these institutions and many professors actively encourage research careers. GRE scores of 335+ and a strong GPA (above 9.0/10) are typically required for top-10 global MS programmes.
5
What is the scope of IIT Bombay CSE graduates?
IIT Bombay CSE opens doors to virtually every top career path in technology: (1) Software Engineering at FAANG/tech companies (₹35–80 LPA), (2) Quantitative Finance/Algo Trading at DE Shaw, Tower Research, Jane Street (₹60–150 LPA), (3) Machine Learning Engineering and AI Research, (4) Entrepreneurship — IIT Bombay's SINE incubator has spawned 500+ startups including unicorns, (5) Academic research at IITs/global universities, (6) Management consulting at McKinsey, BCG, Bain (via MBA). The IIT Bombay CSE brand is one of the strongest technical credentials in the world.

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Quick Facts

Location: Powai, Mumbai

NIRF 2025: #3 Engineering

CSE Closing Rank: ~67 (est.)

Median Package: ₹28 LPA

Avg Package: ₹35–50 LPA

Admission: JEE Advanced + JoSAA

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Disclaimer

Placement data from 2025. Closing ranks estimated from JoSAA 2025 trends. Verify at josaa.nic.in and iitb.ac.in.