AI & Data Science Cutoff Across All NITs — EWS (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) | JoSAA 2025 Complete Rankings

In JoSAA 2025, there are 7 NITs offering AI & Data Science under the EWS (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) quota. Their closing ranks range from 1,087 (most competitive) to 4,307 (most accessible). This page ranks every programme by 2025 closing rank, overlays year-over-year trend data (2024–2025), and groups them by competitive tier.

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All 7 NIT AI & Data Science Programs Ranked by EWS Closing Rank — JoSAA 2025

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# Institute Opening Closing (R6) Tier YoY Trend Profile
1
🏛️ NIT Karnataka, Surathkal
↳ Artificial Intelligence
JoSAA 211
1,087 1,087 Elite ↓ −48.5%
2
🏛️ Malaviya NIT Jaipur
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering
JoSAA 202
1,544 1,544 Elite → 3.4%
3
🏛️ Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
↳ Artificial Intelligence
JoSAA 229
2,540 2,540 Competitive → 4.4%
4
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
JoSAA 220
2,909 2,909 Competitive ↑ +14.9%
5
🏛️ Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal
↳ Mathematics and Data Science
JoSAA 203
3,425 3,425 Accessible ↑ +22.9%
6
🏛️ Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar
↳ Data Science and Engineering
JoSAA 201
3,846 3,846 Accessible
7
🏛️ NIT Patna
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
JoSAA 214
4,307 4,307 Accessible

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Which NITs Are Realistic for Your Rank? AI & Data Science EWS Tier Analysis

Elite

Tier 1 — Elite NITs (Closing Rank Below 2,160)

Closing ranks: 1,087 – 1,544

These elite NITs — NIT Karnataka, Surathkal and Malaviya NIT Jaipur — offer AI & Data Science (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) accessible only to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks at or below 2,160. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. Notably, NIT Karnataka, Surathkal shows an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

NIT Karnataka, Surathkal Malaviya NIT Jaipur
Competitive

Tier 2 — Competitive NITs (Closing Rank 2,161–3,233)

Closing ranks: 2,540 – 2,909

The competitive bracket for AI & Data Science (EWS, Female-only (including Supernumerary)) spans NITs including Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat and National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra. Candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks in the 2,161–3,233 range should prioritise these institutions. They offer strong placements and research infrastructure. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra is showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure.

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
Accessible

Tier 3 — Accessible NITs (Closing Rank Above 3,234)

Closing ranks: 3,425 – 4,307

These NITs — Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal, Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, and NIT Patna — offer AI & Data Science (EWS, Female-only (including Supernumerary)) to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks above 3,234. While more accessible, they deliver accredited programmes and solid career pathways in AI & Data Science. Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal is showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure.

Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar NIT Patna

Which NITs Are Becoming Harder — or Easier — to Get Into? Year-over-Year (2024–2025)

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Frequently Asked Questions

NIT Patna had the highest (most accessible) EWS closing rank for AI & Data Science in JoSAA 2025, at 4,307 in Round 6. Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar was close at approximately 3,846.

With a EWS rank of ~2,909, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra AI & Data Science (R6 closing: 2,909) is your primary borderline target. Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal (R6 closing: 3,425) represents a slightly safer option. Both should be included in your choice list, ordered by campus preference.

This is one of the most common JoSAA choice-filling dilemmas. NITs generally carry stronger brand value and alumni networks, but top IIITs have comparable placement records in AI & Data Science. The correct answer depends on your specific rank, target companies, and geographic preference — factors that justcutoffs.com's expert system weighs systematically.

A very small gap between opening and closing rank typically indicates a limited number of EWS seats — often just 1–2 for that specific category. When only one seat is allotted, the single candidate's rank appears as both the opening and closing rank. Always verify seat availability alongside rank data before finalising your JoSAA choice list.

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