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

In JoSAA 2026, there are 14 NITs offering Mathematics & Computing under the OPEN (Gender-Neutral) quota. Their closing ranks range from 3,606 (most competitive) to 42,029 (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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All 14 NIT Mathematics & Computing Programs Ranked by OPEN Closing Rank — JoSAA 2026

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# Institute Opening Closing (R6) Tier YoY Trend Profile
1
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Warangal
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 228
1,608 3,606 Elite ↓ −12.3%
2
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
↳ B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 223
4,047 4,951 Elite —
3
🏛️ Motilal Nehru NIT Allahabad
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 204
5,676 6,553 Elite —
4
🏛️ Malaviya NIT Jaipur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 202
6,675 7,039 Elite —
5
🏛️ NIT Calicut
↳ B. Tech. (Mathematics & Computing) M. Tech. in (Mathematics & Computing)
JoSAA 206
5,354 7,870 Elite —
6
🏛️ Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 230
8,331 9,919 Elite —
7
🏛️ Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 229
10,142 11,626 Elite ↓ −22.3%
8
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 220
8,776 12,323 Elite ↓ −25.7%
9
🏛️ NIT Durgapur
↳ B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 208
12,159 14,277 Elite ↓ −17.8%
10
🏛️ Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 201
12,755 14,960 Elite ↓ −6.4%
11
🏛️ NIT Hamirpur
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 210
15,229 17,442 Competitive ↓ −15.7%
12
🏛️ NIT Patna
↳ Mathematics and Computing Technology
JoSAA 214
20,130 22,754 Competitive ↓ −34.3%
13
🏛️ NIT Agartala
↳ Computational Mathematics
JoSAA 205
26,663 37,541 Accessible ↓ −27.4%
14
🏛️ National Institute of Technology, Mizoram
↳ Mathematics and Computing
JoSAA 222
27,017 42,029 Accessible ↓ −12.6%

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

Elite

Tier 1 — Elite NITs (Closing Rank Below 16,413)

Closing ranks: 3,606 – 14,960

These elite NITs — National Institute of Technology, Warangal, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Motilal Nehru NIT Allahabad, and Malaviya NIT Jaipur and others — offer Mathematics & Computing (Gender-Neutral) accessible only to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks at or below 16,413. Competition here is among the most intense in Indian engineering admissions. Notably, National Institute of Technology, Warangal 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.

National Institute of Technology, Warangal National Institute of Technology, Rourkela Motilal Nehru NIT Allahabad Malaviya NIT Jaipur NIT Calicut Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra NIT Durgapur Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar
Competitive

Tier 2 — Competitive NITs (Closing Rank 16,414–29,221)

Closing ranks: 17,442 – 22,754

The competitive bracket for Mathematics & Computing (OPEN, Gender-Neutral) spans NITs including NIT Hamirpur and NIT Patna. Candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks in the 16,414–29,221 range should prioritise these institutions. They offer strong placements and research infrastructure. Notably, NIT Hamirpur and NIT Patna show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

NIT Hamirpur NIT Patna
Accessible

Tier 3 — Accessible NITs (Closing Rank Above 29,222)

Closing ranks: 37,541 – 42,029

These NITs — NIT Agartala and National Institute of Technology, Mizoram — offer Mathematics & Computing (OPEN, Gender-Neutral) to candidates with JEE Main Category Ranks above 29,222. While more accessible, they deliver accredited programmes and solid career pathways in Mathematics & Computing. Notably, NIT Agartala and National Institute of Technology, Mizoram show an easing trend year-over-year, potentially offering a marginal window for borderline aspirants.

NIT Agartala National Institute of Technology, Mizoram

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

National Institute of Technology, Mizoram had the highest (most accessible) OPEN closing rank for Mathematics & Computing in JoSAA 2026, at 42,029 in Round 5. NIT Agartala was close at approximately 37,541.

With a OPEN rank of ~11,974, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat Mathematics & Computing (R5 closing: 11,626) is your primary borderline target. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra (R5 closing: 12,323) 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 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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