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

In JoSAA 2026, there are 17 IITs offering Mathematics & Computing under the OPEN (Gender-Neutral) quota. Their closing ranks range from 338 (most competitive) to 9,148 (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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Last Closing Rank

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All 17 IIT Mathematics & Computing Programs Ranked by OPEN Closing Rank — JoSAA 2026

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# Institute Opening Closing (R6) Tier YoY Trend Profile
1
⚡ IIT Delhi
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 104
137 338 Elite → 4.6%
2
⚡ IIT Hyderabad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 107
745 927 Elite → 0.9%
3
⚡ IIT Kanpur
↳ Mathematics and Scientific Computing
JoSAA 109
246 1,270 Elite ↓ −23.9%
4
⚡ IIT Guwahati
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 117
943 1,366 Elite ↓ −9.5%
5
⚡ IIT Kharagpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 106
1,101 1,428 Elite ↓ −7.0%
6
⚡ IIT Roorkee
↳ Mathematics & Computing
JoSAA 113
964 1,529 Elite → 4.0%
7
⚡ IIT (BHU) Varanasi
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 116
1,534 1,923 Elite → 4.0%
8
⚡ IIT Indore
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 105
1,759 2,136 Elite → 5.0%
9
⚡ IIT Ropar
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 115
3,001 4,749 Competitive ↓ −24.1%
10
⚡ IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 114
3,764 4,938 Competitive ↓ −23.0%
11
⚡ IIT Mandi
↳ B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 103
4,300 5,251 Competitive ↓ −24.4%
12
⚡ IIT Bhubaneswar
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 101
2,982 5,273 Competitive ↓ −14.5%
13
⚡ IIT Patna
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 112
4,119 5,320 Competitive ↓ −20.1%
14
⚡ IIT Jodhpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 108
4,429 5,718 Competitive —
15
⚡ IIT Goa
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 119
6,485 8,565 Accessible ↓ −30.4%
16
⚡ IIT Jammu
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 122
6,331 8,786 Accessible ↓ −10.0%
17
⚡ IIT Dharwad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 123
7,599 9,148 Accessible ↓ −26.9%

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Which IITs Are Realistic for Your Rank? Mathematics & Computing OPEN Tier Analysis

Elite

Tier 1 — Elite IITs (Closing Rank Below 3,274)

Closing ranks: 338 – 2,136

These elite IITs — IIT Delhi, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Guwahati and others — offer Mathematics & Computing (Gender-Neutral) accessible only to candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks at or below 3,274. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. Notably, IIT Kanpur and IIT Guwahati and others show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

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

Tier 2 — Competitive IITs (Closing Rank 3,275–6,211)

Closing ranks: 4,749 – 5,718

The competitive bracket for Mathematics & Computing (OPEN, Gender-Neutral) spans IITs including IIT Ropar, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, IIT Mandi, and IIT Bhubaneswar and others. Candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks in the 3,275–6,211 range should prioritise these institutions. They offer strong placements and research infrastructure. Notably, IIT Ropar and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and others show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

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

Tier 3 — Accessible IITs (Closing Rank Above 6,212)

Closing ranks: 8,565 – 9,148

These IITs — IIT Goa, IIT Jammu, and IIT Dharwad — offer Mathematics & Computing (OPEN, Gender-Neutral) to candidates with JEE Advanced Category Ranks above 6,212. While more accessible, they deliver accredited programmes and solid career pathways in Mathematics & Computing. Notably, IIT Goa and IIT Jammu and others show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

IIT Goa IIT Jammu IIT Dharwad

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

IIT Dharwad had the highest (most accessible) OPEN closing rank for Mathematics & Computing in JoSAA 2026, at 9,148 in Round 5. IIT Jammu was close at approximately 8,786.

With a OPEN rank of ~4,749, IIT Ropar Mathematics & Computing (R5 closing: 4,749) is your primary borderline target. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad (R5 closing: 4,938) 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 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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