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JoSAA 2026 IIIT Cutoff

Opening and closing ranks for all 26 IIITs in JoSAA 2026. Based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data.

IIITs in JoSAA 2026 — Overview

26 IIITs participate in JoSAA 2026 counselling. These include 5 centrally funded IIITs and 21 PPP-mode IIITs. IIITs primarily focus on IT, CSE, and Electronics programs. They are preferred by candidates with JEE Main ranks in the 1,000–50,000 range who want a tech-focused curriculum in a specialized institution.

Top IIIT CSE Cutoffs (General-Open, JoSAA 2025 Indicative)

IIIT HyderabadCSE / CSD~700–1,200
IIIT DelhiCSE~1,500–2,500
IIIT AllahabadIT~5,000–8,000
ABV-IIITM GwaliorIPG (IT)~6,000–10,000
IIIT BangaloreCSE~5,000–9,000
PDPM IIITDM JabalpurCSE~8,000–13,000
IIIT KancheepuramCSE~10,000–16,000
IIIT KottayamCSE~12,000–20,000
IIIT Sri CityCSE~12,000–22,000
IIIT PuneCSE~15,000–25,000

* CRL rank, General-Open. JoSAA 2025 Round 6 indicative data.

IIIT Cutoffs — ECE & Other Programs

IIIT Allahabad – ECE~8,000–12,000
IIIT Hyderabad – ECE (VLSI)~1,500–2,500
ABV-IIITM Gwalior – ECE~10,000–16,000
IIIT Kottayam – ECE~15,000–25,000
IIIT Pune – ECE~18,000–28,000
IIIT Nagpur – CSE~15,000–25,000
IIIT Bhopal – CSE~18,000–30,000
IIIT Ranchi – CSE~20,000–35,000

Should You Choose IIIT Over NIT?

Choose IIIT Hyderabad/Delhi over NIT: If your rank allows for IIIT-H or IIIT Delhi CSE, these are strongly preferred over mid-tier NIT CSE. The specialized CS focus, research culture, and placements are excellent.

For most other cases: NIT Trichy/Warangal/Surathkal CSE is generally preferred over most PPP IIITs for their stronger brand, infrastructure, and alumni network. Make your choice based on specific programs, location preferences, and long-term goals.

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JoSAA 2026 IIIT Cutoff – FAQs

Common questions about IIIT cutoff ranks in JoSAA 2026

1
Which IIIT has the best CSE program?
IIIT Hyderabad (IIIT-H) is widely considered the best IIIT in India for CSE and is comparable to IITs in terms of research, placements, and faculty quality. IIIT Delhi is excellent for CS programs with strong industry connections. IIIT Allahabad and IIIT Bangalore are also highly regarded for CSE and Electronics.
2
What rank is needed for IIIT Hyderabad CSE in JoSAA 2026?
IIIT Hyderabad has two admission routes: JoSAA counselling and its own UGEE entrance. Through JoSAA 2026, IIIT Hyderabad CSE (CSD program) typically has a closing rank of approximately 700–1,200 CRL (General category). The UGEE route is separate. For JoSAA-specific admission, check the official josaa.nic.in data.
3
Do all IIITs offer CSE programs?
Most IIITs offer CSE or related programs (like CSE, IT, Electronics & Communication). IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Delhi, and IIIT Allahabad are broader. Several newer IIITs under PPP (Public-Private Partnership) mode offer only 2–3 programs. Some IIITs specialize: IIIT Bangalore focuses on CS+Math, IIIT Kota and others focus on ECE alongside CSE.
4
Are PPP IIITs less preferred than centrally funded IIITs?
Yes, generally. The 5 older centrally funded IIITs (IIIT Allahabad, ABV-IIIT Gwalior, IIIT Jabalpur, PDPM-IIIT Design & Manufacturing, IIIT Kancheepuram) are more established. IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Delhi have strong reputations. The 21 PPP IIITs (funded jointly by central government, state government, and industry) are newer with developing infrastructure and placements.
5
Is IIIT Delhi available through JoSAA 2026?
IIIT Delhi conducts its own separate admissions through JAC Delhi for certain seats and also participates in JoSAA for some programs. Check josaa.nic.in for the official list of IIIT Delhi programs under JoSAA. IIIT Delhi's CSE program is extremely competitive with closing ranks around 1,500–2,500 CRL through JoSAA.

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Disclaimer

Cutoff data is indicative based on JoSAA 2025. Actual 2026 cutoffs publish after Round 1 (~June 10, 2026). Always verify at josaa.nic.in.