IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering Cutoff 2026

Opening Rank ~400 · Closing Rank ~700 · General CRL · Average Package ₹20L+

IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering – Programme Overview

IIT Bombay's Mechanical Engineering programme is one of India's most prestigious, with a curriculum spanning design, manufacturing, thermal sciences, fluid mechanics, applied mechanics, and emerging areas like robotics, additive manufacturing, and sustainable energy.

With a General CRL closing rank of approximately 680–720 (JoSAA 2025 Round 6), it is among the most competitive mechanical engineering programmes in India. Only students with ranks roughly in the top 700 nationally gain admission.

Placements for IIT Bombay Mech graduates are strong, with an average package of ₹20–25 LPA. Core mechanical roles from companies like L&T, Tata Motors, Mahindra, and BHEL pay ₹8–15 LPA, while students who pivot to IT/consulting/finance earn significantly more.

IIT Bombay Mech also offers dual degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) programmes with a slightly more relaxed closing rank (approximately 750–850 General CRL), providing an excellent research pathway.

IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering Cutoff 2026 – All Categories

Expected opening and closing ranks based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data.

CategoryOpening RankClosing Rank

General (CRL)400680–720

OBC-NCL150280–310

SC80180–210

ST3080–100

EWS100200–240

General (CRL) – PwD1040–60

* Expected ranges based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data. Official 2026 cutoffs will be released after JoSAA 2026 rounds.

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IIT Bombay Mechanical Cutoff FAQs

Frequently asked questions about IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering cutoff and admissions

What rank do I need for IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering in 2026?

Based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data, you need a General CRL rank of approximately 400–700 for IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering B.Tech. This is significantly more competitive than other IITs' mechanical programmes.

What is the average placement package for IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering?

IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering graduates have an average placement package of ₹20–25 LPA. Many mechanical graduates switch to IT roles or management consulting, where packages can be significantly higher (₹30–50 LPA).

Is IIT Bombay Mechanical better than IIT Delhi Mechanical?

Both are excellent programmes. IIT Bombay Mech has a slightly more competitive cutoff and Mumbai's financial/industrial ecosystem advantage. IIT Delhi Mech benefits from Delhi's consulting and manufacturing industry proximity. Both have comparable research quality and placement outcomes.

Does IIT Bombay Mechanical offer specializations?

IIT Bombay Mechanical Engineering offers specializations in Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Thermal & Fluids, and Applied Mechanics at the M.Tech level. B.Tech students can choose electives from these domains.

Can IIT Bombay Mechanical students switch to software roles during placements?

Yes. IIT Bombay allows all students including mechanical engineers to sit for software company placements. Many IIT Bombay Mech graduates secure jobs at tech companies (Google, Microsoft, Flipkart) by demonstrating programming and problem-solving skills through competitive coding.

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Data based on official NIRF rankings and placement reports. Cutoffs from JoSAA 2025.