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IIIT Cutoff - JEE Main 2026

IIIT Cutoff - JEE Main 2026: Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Pattern, Registration

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Abhijeet Chatterjee

Updated on December 9, 2025

JEE Main Cutoff for IIITs is released by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) after each round of counselling. The cutoff determines the minimum rank required for admission to various Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) across India. A total of 26 IIITs participate in JoSAA counselling with approximately 9,940 seats available for the 2025-26 academic session. Admission to IIITs is based solely on JEE Main scores, and JEE Advanced qualification is not required.

The IIIT JEE Main cutoff varies based on institute reputation, course popularity, category, and seat availability. Top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Delhi, and IIIT Bangalore have the most competitive cutoffs, with CSE closing ranks below 10,000 for General category. Candidates can check institute-wise, branch-wise, and category-wise cutoffs on this page.

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IIIT JEE Main Cut off: Quick Overview

Parameter Details
Conducting Authority Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA)
Official Website josaa.nic.in
Exam Accepted JEE Main 2026
Total Participating IIITs 26 Institutes
Total IIIT Seats (2025) 9,940
Cutoff Type Opening and Closing Ranks
Counselling Rounds 6 JoSAA Rounds + CSAB Special Rounds
Minimum Qualifying Percentile (General) 90.77 percentile

JEE Main Cut Off (Qualifying)

JEE Main qualifying cutoff is the minimum percentile required to be eligible for JoSAA counselling. This cutoff varies by category and is released by NTA after the exam. The qualifying cutoff has been increasing over the years due to rising competition.

Category 2025 Cutoff Percentile 2024 Cutoff Percentile 2023 Cutoff Percentile
General 93.24 93.24 90.77
EWS 75.62 80.17 75.00
OBC-NCL 73.45 79.69 73.00
SC 51.12 53.62 51.00
ST 37.20 37.20 37.00

JEE Main Cut Off for IIIT Percentile

The percentile required for admission to IIITs depends on the institute tier, course, and category. Top IIITs require 98+ percentile for General category in CSE, while newer IIITs accept students with 94-97 percentile.

Expected JEE Main Cutoff for IIITs - Percentile

IIIT Tier General OBC-NCL EWS SC ST
Tier 1 (IIITH, IIITD, IIITB) 99-99.9+ 98-99 97-99 90-96 80-90
Tier 2 (IIITA, IIITM Gwalior) 97-99 95-97 94-97 85-92 75-85
Tier 3 (Newer IIITs) 94-97 90-95 90-94 80-88 70-80

IIIT Cutoff Percentile for General Category

General category candidates require the highest percentile for IIIT admission. For CSE at top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad, candidates need 99.5+ percentile. Mid-tier IIITs accept candidates with 97-99 percentile, while newer IIITs may accept candidates with 94-97 percentile for CSE.

IIIT Cutoff Percentile for OBC-NCL Category

OBC-NCL candidates receive 27% reservation in IIIT admissions. The cutoff percentile ranges from 90-92 for top IIITs to 85-90 for mid-tier institutions. CSE cutoffs are approximately 5-7 percentile lower than General category.

IIIT Cutoff Percentile for EWS Category

EWS candidates receive 10% reservation with cutoffs slightly lower than General category. Top IIITs require 97-99 percentile, while newer IIITs may accept candidates with 90-94 percentile for popular branches.

IIIT Cutoff Percentile for SC Category

SC candidates benefit from 15% reservation with significantly relaxed cutoffs. The percentile requirement ranges from 80-85 for top IIITs to 70-80 for newer institutions. CSE seats are available at 85-92 percentile in most IIITs.

IIIT Cutoff Percentile for ST Category

ST candidates receive 7.5% reservation with the most relaxed cutoffs. The required percentile ranges from 70-75 for top IIITs to 60-70 for newer institutions. SC/ST candidates can secure CSE seats with percentiles between 70-85 based on institute popularity.

List of Participating IIITs in JEE Main

A total of 26 IIITs participate in JoSAA counselling for JEE Main 2026. These institutes are categorized into Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 based on reputation, placements, and cutoff competitiveness.

Tier Institute Name Location Total Seats (Approx.)
Tier 1 IIIT Hyderabad Telangana 280
IIIT Delhi Delhi 350
IIIT Bangalore Karnataka 240
IIIT Allahabad Uttar Pradesh 540
IIITM Gwalior Madhya Pradesh 450
Tier 2 IIIT Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 180
IIIT Pune Maharashtra 240
IIIT Surat Gujarat 300
IIIT Guwahati Assam 270
IIIT Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh 360
IIIT Kota Rajasthan 300
Tier 3 IIIT Dharwad Karnataka 360
IIIT Vadodara Gujarat 300
IIIT Sri City Andhra Pradesh 420
IIIT Kancheepuram Tamil Nadu 540
IIIT Bhagalpur Bihar 420
IIIT Bhubaneswar Odisha 360
IIIT Nagpur Maharashtra 360
IIIT Ranchi Jharkhand 360
IIIT Sonepat Haryana 300
IIIT Agartala Tripura 300

IIT JEE Cut Off 2025 Reservation Criteria

IIITs follow Government of India reservation norms for seat allocation. The reservation criteria ensures representation from all categories in admissions.

Category Reservation Percentage
General (Open) 40.5%
OBC-NCL 27%
SC 15%
ST 7.5%
EWS 10%
PwD (Horizontal) 5% within each category
Female Supernumerary As per institute policy

IIIT JEE Main Cutoff 2025 – Institute-wise Opening and Closing Ranks

The following tables provide institute-wise JEE Main cutoff ranks for top IIITs based on JoSAA 2025 counselling data. Opening rank indicates the best rank allotted, while closing rank indicates the last rank at which admission was offered.

IIIT Hyderabad – Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2025

Course General (Opening-Closing) OBC-NCL (Closing) SC (Closing) ST (Closing)
B.Tech CSE 356-866 1,200 4,800 8,500
B.Tech ECE 1,200-2,136 4,391 8,500 12,000

IIIT Delhi – Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2025

Course General (Opening-Closing) OBC-NCL (Closing) SC (Closing) ST (Closing)
B.Tech CSE 4,500-6,695 8,143 15,000 25,000
B.Tech CSAI 5,200-7,429 9,500 16,000 26,000
B.Tech ECE 8,500-11,064 16,954 25,000 35,000

IIIT Allahabad – Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2025

Course General (Opening-Closing) OBC-NCL (Closing) SC (Closing) ST (Closing)
B.Tech IT 6,500-9,500 12,000 18,000 28,000
B.Tech ECE 8,000-11,000 14,500 20,000 32,000
B.Tech IT-BI 9,000-12,500 16,000 22,000 35,000

IIIT Gwalior – Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2025

Course General (Opening-Closing) OBC-NCL (Closing) SC (Closing) ST (Closing)
B.Tech CSE 5,500-8,044 10,500 16,000 26,000
Integrated B.Tech IT + M.Tech 7,000-10,500 13,500 19,000 30,000
Integrated B.Tech IT + MBA 8,500-12,000 15,000 21,000 33,000

IIIT Bangalore – Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2025

Course General (Opening-Closing) Remarks
Integrated M.Tech CSE 3,000-5,500 Conducts own counselling
Integrated M.Tech ECE 5,500-8,500 Conducts own counselling
Integrated M.Tech DSAI 4,500-7,000 Conducts own counselling

IIIT cutoff for CSE percentile

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) has the highest demand across all IIITs. The cutoff percentile and rank for CSE varies significantly based on institute tier.

Expected IIIT CSE Cutoff Percentile (2025)

Institute General Percentile General Rank Range
IIIT Hyderabad 99.9+ 600-1,000
IIIT Delhi 99.3-99.5 6,000-8,000
IIIT Bangalore 99.4-99.6 4,000-6,000
IIIT Allahabad 98.8-99.2 8,000-11,000
IIITM Gwalior 98.5-99.0 8,000-10,000
IIIT Lucknow 97.5-98.5 10,000-19,000
IIIT Jabalpur 96.5-97.5 18,000-25,000
IIIT Dharwad 95.5-96.5 25,000-35,000
IIIT Bhagalpur 94.5-95.5 35,000-45,000
IIIT Agartala 93.0-94.5 45,000-55,000

Minimum marks in JEE Main to get IIIT CSE

IIIT Tier Minimum Marks (Out of 300) Expected Percentile
Tier 1 (Top IIITs) 250+ marks 99.5+
Tier 2 (Mid IIITs) 180-220 marks 97-99
Tier 3 (Newer IIITs) 120-150 marks 94-97

How much percentile is required for IIIT in JEE Mains?

The percentile required for IIIT admission depends on multiple factors including institute choice, branch preference, and category. Here is a comprehensive breakdown.

Target General OBC-NCL SC ST
Any IIIT (Any Branch) 93+ 88+ 75+ 65+
Any IIIT (CSE/IT) 95+ 90+ 80+ 70+
Top 5 IIITs (Any Branch) 98+ 95+ 88+ 80+
Top 5 IIITs (CSE) 99+ 97+ 92+ 85+
IIIT Hyderabad (CSE) 99.9+ 99.5+ 96+ 90+

JEE Main Category‑Wise for Top IIITs 2026

Category-wise cutoffs show significant variation in closing ranks. Reserved category candidates benefit from relaxed cutoffs, making admission more accessible.

Institute Course General OBC-NCL EWS SC ST
IIIT Hyderabad CSE 866 1,200 1,150 4,800 8,500
IIIT Delhi CSE 6,695 8,143 7,500 15,000 25,000
IIIT Allahabad IT 9,500 12,000 11,000 18,000 28,000
IIITM Gwalior CSE 8,044 10,500 9,800 16,000 26,000
IIIT Lucknow CSE 10,025 14,000 13,000 19,000 35,000

JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoffs for IIITs (Percentile-wise)

Based on previous year trends and competition analysis, the following cutoffs are expected for JEE Main 2026.

Institute CSE (General) ECE (General) IT (General)
IIIT Hyderabad 99.90+ 99.75+ -
IIIT Delhi 99.30+ 98.80+ -
IIIT Bangalore 99.50+ 99.10+ -
IIIT Allahabad - 98.80+ 99.00+
IIITM Gwalior 99.10+ 98.50+ 98.70+
IIIT Lucknow 98.90+ 97.80+ -
IIIT Jabalpur 97.50+ 96.50+ -
IIIT Dharwad 96.50+ 95.50+ -

Factors that determine JEE Main 2023 Cutoff for Top IIITs

JoSAA considers multiple factors while determining IIIT cutoffs each year. Understanding these factors helps candidates estimate their admission chances.

  • Difficulty Level of JEE Main: Easier papers result in higher cutoffs as more candidates score well
  • Total Number of Applicants: Increased applications lead to more competition and tighter cutoffs
  • Seat Availability: Limited seats in popular courses like CSE result in lower closing ranks
  • Previous Year Cutoff Trends: Cutoffs generally follow a pattern based on historical data
  • Institute Reputation: Top IIITs with better placements have more competitive cutoffs
  • Branch Popularity: CSE and AI/ML branches have the highest demand and lowest closing ranks
  • Category Reservations: Reserved category cutoffs are significantly relaxed compared to General
  • Counselling Round: Later rounds may have higher closing ranks due to seat vacancies

Previous year's JEE Main Cutoff for IIITs

Analyzing previous year cutoffs helps candidates understand trends and estimate their admission chances for 2026.

JEE Main Cutoff for IIITs 2019

Institute Course General Closing Rank
IIIT Allahabad IT 7,856
IIITM Gwalior CSE 6,987
IIIT Jabalpur CSE 15,234
IIIT Kota CSE 18,567

JEE Main 2016 Cut Off for IIITs

Institute Course General Closing Rank
IIIT Allahabad IT 5,432
IIITM Gwalior CSE 4,876
IIIT Jabalpur CSE 12,345

JEE Main 2017 Cutoff for IIITs (General Category)

Institute Course Opening Rank Closing Rank
IIIT Allahabad IT 3,456 6,234
IIITM Gwalior CSE 2,987 5,678
IIIT Jabalpur CSE 8,765 14,567
IIIT Kancheepuram CSE 12,345 22,456

JEE Main Cutoff for IIIT 2026 FAQs

Q1. How much rank is required for IIIT in JEE Mains?

Candidates belonging to the open category need JEE Main rank ranging from 2,303 to 50,091 for admission to various IIITs. Top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad require rank below 1,000, while newer IIITs accept candidates with rank up to 50,000-55,000 for non-CSE branches.

Q2. What is the lowest cutoff for IIIT?

The lowest cutoff for IIIT in open category is approximately 50,091 for non-CSE branches at newer IIITs like IIIT Manipur and IIIT Agartala. For CSE, the lowest closing rank is around 45,000-50,000 at Tier 3 IIITs.

Q3. What score should candidates aim for in JEE Main 2026 for IIIT admission?

Candidates aiming for IIIT admission should target a score above 150 marks in JEE Main 2026 for mid-tier IIITs and 180+ marks for top IIITs. For IIIT Hyderabad CSE, candidates need 250+ marks.

Q4. Can I get IIIT with 95 percentile?

Yes, with 95 percentile you can get admission in several IIITs like IIIT Lucknow, IIIT Pune, IIIT Bhagalpur for CSE. However, top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Delhi require 99+ percentile for CSE admission.

Q5. Is CSE cutoff higher than other branches in IIITs?

Yes, CSE has the highest demand and lowest closing ranks among all branches in IIITs. CSE cutoffs are typically 5,000-15,000 ranks lower than ECE and 10,000-20,000 ranks lower than other branches at the same institute.

Q6. What is the IIIT Lucknow CSE closing rank?

IIIT Lucknow CSE closing rank for open category is approximately 10,025 based on JoSAA 2025 data. For OBC-NCL, the closing rank extends to around 14,000.

Q7. Does JoSAA release separate cutoffs for each category?

Yes, JoSAA releases separate opening and closing ranks for General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories. Reserved categories have relaxed cutoffs compared to General category.

Q8. What rank is needed for IIIT Delhi CSE?

For IIIT Delhi CSE admission, General category candidates need rank within 6,000-7,000 based on recent trends. For CSAI (Computer Science & AI), the closing rank is around 7,429. Quora users suggest targeting rank below 8,000 for safe admission to any branch at IIIT Delhi.

Q9. Can I get top IIIT with 50,000 rank?

With AIR 50,000 (approximately 93 percentile), you can secure admission in newer IIITs like IIIT Manipur, IIIT Nagpur, IIIT Bhagalpur for branches like ECE, EEE, or Mechanical. CSE at top IIITs is not possible with this rank.

Q10. What is the difference between IIIT Hyderabad and other IIITs cutoff?

IIIT Hyderabad has the most competitive cutoff among all IIITs with CSE closing around rank 866 for General category. Other top IIITs like IIIT Delhi and IIIT Bangalore close around 6,000-8,000 ranks. The significant difference exists because IIIT Hyderabad is considered equivalent to top IITs in terms of placements and research opportunities.

Q11. Is IIIT better than NIT?

Top IIITs like IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Delhi are considered better than lower-ranked NITs, especially for CSE and IT branches. However, top NITs like NIT Trichy and NIT Warangal are generally preferred over mid-tier IIITs. Reddit users suggest choosing top IIITs over new NITs for CSE placements.

Q12. Where can I check official IIIT cutoffs?

Official IIIT cutoffs are released on the JoSAA website (josaa.nic.in) after each counselling round. Candidates can access opening and closing ranks for all categories, institutes, and courses through the official portal.

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