Mathematics & Computing Cutoff Across All IITs — OBC-NCL (Gender-Neutral) | JoSAA 2026 Complete Rankings

In JoSAA 2026, there are 17 IITs offering Mathematics & Computing under the OBC-NCL (Gender-Neutral) quota. Their closing ranks range from 199 (most competitive) to 3,337 (most accessible). This page ranks every programme by 2026 closing rank, overlays year-over-year trend data (2025–2026), and groups them by competitive tier.

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Top Opening Rank
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Last Closing Rank

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All 17 IIT Mathematics & Computing Programs Ranked by OBC-NCL Closing Rank — JoSAA 2026

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# Institute Opening Closing (R6) Tier YoY Trend Profile
1
⚡ IIT Delhi
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 104
131 199 Elite ↑ +10.0%
2
⚡ IIT Hyderabad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 107
251 440 Elite → 0.0%
3
⚡ IIT Guwahati
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 117
447 625 Elite ↓ −12.4%
4
⚡ IIT Kanpur
↳ Mathematics and Scientific Computing
JoSAA 109
250 707 Elite ↓ −7.8%
5
⚡ IIT Kharagpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 106
449 709 Elite → 3.4%
6
⚡ IIT Roorkee
↳ Mathematics & Computing
JoSAA 113
522 789 Elite ↑ +6.7%
7
⚡ IIT (BHU) Varanasi
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 116
706 845 Elite → 4.3%
8
⚡ IIT Indore
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 105
880 973 Elite → 2.6%
9
⚡ IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 114
1,316 1,739 Competitive ↓ −6.9%
10
⚡ IIT Ropar
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 115
1,129 1,911 Competitive → 1.1%
11
⚡ IIT Mandi
↳ B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 103
1,391 1,920 Competitive → 0.4%
12
⚡ IIT Patna
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 112
1,302 1,923 Competitive → 4.0%
13
⚡ IIT Bhubaneswar
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 101
1,750 1,959 Competitive ↑ +6.4%
14
⚡ IIT Jodhpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 108
1,962 2,303 Accessible —
15
⚡ IIT Goa
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 119
2,450 2,964 Accessible → 1.4%
16
⚡ IIT Dharwad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 123
2,798 3,200 Accessible → 0.7%
17
⚡ IIT Jammu
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 122
2,600 3,337 Accessible → 1.8%

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Which IITs Are Realistic for Your Rank? Mathematics & Computing OBC-NCL Tier Analysis

Elite

Tier 1 — Elite IITs (Closing Rank Below 1,245)

Closing ranks: 199 – 973

These elite IITs — IIT Delhi, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Guwahati, and IIT Kanpur and others — offer Mathematics & Computing (Gender-Neutral) accessible only to candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks at or below 1,245. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee are showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure. Notably, IIT Guwahati and IIT Kanpur show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

IIT Delhi IIT Hyderabad IIT Guwahati IIT Kanpur IIT Kharagpur IIT Roorkee IIT (BHU) Varanasi IIT Indore
Competitive

Tier 2 — Competitive IITs (Closing Rank 1,246–2,291)

Closing ranks: 1,739 – 1,959

The competitive bracket for Mathematics & Computing (OBC-NCL, Gender-Neutral) spans IITs including IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, IIT Ropar, IIT Mandi, and IIT Patna and others. Candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks in the 1,246–2,291 range should prioritise these institutions. They offer strong placements and research infrastructure. IIT Bhubaneswar is showing tightening competition year-over-year — meaning these seats are becoming progressively harder to secure. Notably, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad shows an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad IIT Ropar IIT Mandi IIT Patna IIT Bhubaneswar
Accessible

Tier 3 — Accessible IITs (Closing Rank Above 2,292)

Closing ranks: 2,303 – 3,337

These IITs — IIT Jodhpur, IIT Goa, IIT Dharwad, and IIT Jammu — offer Mathematics & Computing (OBC-NCL, Gender-Neutral) to candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks above 2,292. While more accessible, they deliver accredited programmes and solid career pathways in Mathematics & Computing.

IIT Jodhpur IIT Goa IIT Dharwad IIT Jammu

Which IITs Are Becoming Harder — or Easier — to Get Into? Year-over-Year (2025–2026)

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Frequently Asked Questions

IIT Jammu had the highest (most accessible) OBC-NCL closing rank for Mathematics & Computing in JoSAA 2026, at 3,337 in Round 5. IIT Dharwad was close at approximately 3,200.

With a OBC-NCL rank of ~1,739, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Mathematics & Computing (R5 closing: 1,739) is your primary borderline target. IIT Ropar (R5 closing: 1,911) 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. IITs generally carry stronger brand value and alumni networks, but top NITs have comparable placement records in Mathematics & Computing. 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 OBC-NCL 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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