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

In JoSAA 2025, there are 10 NITs offering AI & Data Science under the OPEN (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) quota. Their closing ranks range from 3,987 (most competitive) to 42,561 (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 10 NIT AI & Data Science Programs Ranked by OPEN Closing Rank — JoSAA 2025

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# Institute Opening Closing (R6) Tier YoY Trend Profile
1
🏛️ NIT Karnataka, Surathkal
↳ Artificial Intelligence
JoSAA 211
3,987 3,987 Elite ↑ +8.4%
2
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
↳ Artificial Intelligence
JoSAA 223
5,770 6,735 Elite ↑ +11.0%
3
🏛️ Malaviya NIT Jaipur
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering
JoSAA 202
11,881 11,881 Elite ↓ −50.8%
4
🏛️ NIT Delhi
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
JoSAA 207
13,378 13,378 Elite → 2.0%
5
🏛️ Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
↳ Artificial Intelligence
JoSAA 229
14,641 15,942 Elite ↓ −5.9%
6
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
JoSAA 220
12,609 15,964 Elite ↓ −21.8%
7
🏛️ Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar
↳ Data Science and Engineering
JoSAA 201
18,820 18,820 Competitive ↑ +12.3%
8
🏛️ Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal
↳ Mathematics and Data Science
JoSAA 203
20,707 20,707 Competitive → 2.8%
9
🏛️ NIT Patna
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
JoSAA 214
23,960 26,020 Competitive
10
🏛️ NIT Sikkim
↳ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
JoSAA 217
42,561 42,561 Accessible ↓ −35.8%

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

Elite

Tier 1 — Elite NITs (Closing Rank Below 16,845)

Closing ranks: 3,987 – 15,964

These elite NITs — NIT Karnataka, Surathkal, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Malaviya NIT Jaipur, and NIT Delhi and others — offer AI & Data Science (Female-only (including Supernumerary)) accessible only to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks at or below 16,845. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. NIT Karnataka, Surathkal and National Institute of Technology, Rourkela are showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure. Notably, Malaviya NIT Jaipur and Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat and others show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

NIT Karnataka, Surathkal National Institute of Technology, Rourkela Malaviya NIT Jaipur NIT Delhi Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
Competitive

Tier 2 — Competitive NITs (Closing Rank 16,846–29,703)

Closing ranks: 18,820 – 26,020

The competitive bracket for AI & Data Science (OPEN, Female-only (including Supernumerary)) spans NITs including Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, Maulana Azad NIT Bhopal, and NIT Patna. Candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks in the 16,846–29,703 range should prioritise these institutions. They offer strong placements and research infrastructure. Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar is showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure.

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

Tier 3 — Accessible NITs (Closing Rank Above 29,704)

Closing ranks: 42,561 – 42,561

These NITs — NIT Sikkim — offer AI & Data Science (OPEN, Female-only (including Supernumerary)) to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks above 29,704. While more accessible, they deliver accredited programmes and solid career pathways in AI & Data Science. Notably, NIT Sikkim shows an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

NIT Sikkim

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

NIT Sikkim had the highest (most accessible) OPEN closing rank for AI & Data Science in JoSAA 2025, at 42,561 in Round 6. NIT Patna was close at approximately 26,020.

With a OPEN rank of ~15,953, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat AI & Data Science (R6 closing: 15,942) is your primary borderline target. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra (R6 closing: 15,964) 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 OPEN 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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