Rank-Band Analysis

JEE Mains OPEN Gender-Neutral JoSAA 2026 Rank 55,000–65,000

Colleges for JEE Mains Rank 55,000–65,000 in Computer Science & Software Engineering (OPEN) — JoSAA 2026

If your JEE Mains OPEN rank falls between 55,000 and 65,000, you have a realistic shot at 12 Computer Science & Software Engineering program(s) in JoSAA 2026. This page consolidates the complete opening and final closing rank data for every program in this band — split by All India / Other State quota and Home State quota — identifies your safe vs. borderline options, and links to detailed profiles for each college.

14 programs listed

14 OS / AI quota

6 Data through Round

Warning: These are Options, Not a Strategy

The tables below show which colleges you can clear. They do NOT tell you the correct order to fill them in JoSAA. Every year, students in this rank band lose a better college due to incorrect choice ordering.

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Computer Science & Software Engineering Programs for OPEN Rank 55,000–65,000 — JoSAA 2026

Showing final closing ranks from Round 6 (the most predictive round) · Category: OPEN · Gender: Gender-Neutral

All India / Other State (OS/AI) Quota — OPEN Rank 55,000–65,000

These cutoffs apply to candidates who are NOT domiciled in the institute's home state, and to all candidates for IITs (AI quota). If you do not qualify for Home State quota at a listed NIT, the OS closing rank is the benchmark for your eligibility.

#	Institute	State	Type	Opening	Closing (R6)	Tier	YoY Trend
1	🎓 Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad ↳ Computer Engineering JoSAA 405	Gujarat	AI ·	15,782	55,074	↑ Reach	↓ −25.3%
2	🎓 National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 409	Jharkhand	AI ·	43,177	57,205	↑ Reach	→ 0.0%
3	🎓 Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 428	Rajasthan	AI ·	41,747	58,353	⚡ Borderline	↓ −15.6%
4	🎓 J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad ↳ Computer Science and Engineering with Major in Artificial Intelligence JoSAA 407	Uttar Pradesh	AI ·	44,858	58,569	⚡ Borderline	↓ −30.0%
5	🎓 Assam University, Silchar ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 401	Assam	AI ·	49,642	59,095	⚡ Borderline	↓ −8.2%
6	🎓 Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 441	Bihar	AI ·	47,146	59,171	⚡ Borderline	↓ −26.4%
7	🎓 INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 313	Manipur	AI ·	47,078	59,813	⚡ Borderline	→ 0.0%
8	🎓 Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus ↳ Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) JoSAA 441	Bihar	AI ·	45,683	60,379	⚡ Borderline	→ 0.0%
9	🎓 Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal ↳ Computer Science Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning) JoSAA 427	West Bengal	OS ·	37,257	60,668	⚡ Borderline	↓ −4.0%
10	🎓 Central institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 425	Assam	AI ·	61,298	61,422	⚡ Borderline	↓ −10.7%
11	🎓 Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 426	Puducherry	AI ·	51,069	62,405	✓ Safe	↓ −22.2%
12	🎓 National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra) ↳ Computer Science and Engineering JoSAA 408	Maharashtra	AI ·	43,510	62,469	✓ Safe	↓ −33.8%
13	🎓 INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR ↳ Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science JoSAA 313	Manipur	AI ·	47,786	63,321	✓ Safe	→ 0.0%
14	🎓 Central University of Karnataka ↳ Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) JoSAA 453	Karnataka	AI ·	50,134	63,803	✓ Safe	→ 0.0%

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Which of These Colleges Is Safest for Rank 55,000–65,000?

Tier boundaries computed against your band midpoint (60,000) using Round 6 final closing rank data. Lower rank number = more competitive.

National / Other State Quota — Tier Analysis

This analysis applies to candidates competing under OS (Other State) or AI (All India) quota — the benchmark for any candidate who is not a domicile of the listed institute's home state.

Safe Allotment (High Probability)

Tier 1 — High Probability Colleges for Rank 55,000–65,000 (OS)

Colleges where the final closing rank is at least 400+ above the band midpoint (60,000) under OS/AI quota

Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra) INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR Central University of Karnataka

Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry, National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra), INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR, Central University of Karnataka are the most reliable safe option(s) in the 55,000–65,000 band for OS/AI candidates. Candidates with ranks in the lower half of this band are comfortably inside the historical closing rank. Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry has been easing (–22.2% YoY) — a favourable trajectory. National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra) has been easing (–33.8% YoY) — a favourable trajectory.

Borderline (Coin-Flip Zone)

Tier 2 — Borderline Colleges (Your Rank is In the Mix) (OS)

Colleges where the band midpoint (60,000) falls within ±400 of the final closing rank under OS/AI quota

Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad Assam University, Silchar Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal Central institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam

Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan, J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad, Assam University, Silchar, Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR, Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus, Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal, Central institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam are where most candidates in the 55,000–65,000 range will be competing under OS/AI quota for Computer Science & Software Engineering. The final-round closing rank is the most predictive indicator for this zone — always plan against final-round data rather than Round 1. Your choice-filling order is decisive here.

Reach (Lower Probability, Worth Including)

Tier 3 — Reach Colleges (Include But Don't Anchor On) (OS)

Colleges where the opening rank under OS/AI quota is above the band midpoint (60,000)

Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi

Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad, National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi are in reach territory for most of the 55,000–65,000 band under OS/AI quota. Including them in your choice list at an appropriate position is rational — the JoSAA algorithm will consider it only if your rank qualifies, with zero downside risk. Notably, Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad has shown an easing trend — the programme(s) may become more accessible in the coming cycle.

Home State Quota — Where Domicile Creates a Strategic Advantage

For candidates domiciled in the state of a listed NIT, the HS quota unlocks a more accessible tier of cutoffs at the same institute. This section highlights where Home State status changes the tier classification within the 55,000–65,000 band.

No NITs in this rank band have Home State (HS) quota data within the 55,000–65,000 range for OPEN candidates under this gender filter. OS quota applies universally for all candidates at these institutes.

Detailed Cutoff Profiles

For complete historical cutoff data, seat matrices, placement records, and campus information for every college on this page, visit their dedicated profiles:

Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 55,074 · Gujarat

All Engineering Colleges in Gujarat

National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 57,205 · Jharkhand

All Engineering Colleges in Jharkhand

Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 58,353 · Rajasthan

All Engineering Colleges in Rajasthan

J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering with Major in Artificial Intelligence AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 58,569 · Uttar Pradesh

All Engineering Colleges in Uttar Pradesh

Assam University, Silchar — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 59,095 · Assam

All Engineering Colleges in Assam

Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 60,379 · Bihar

All Engineering Colleges in Bihar

Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning) OS Final Closing Rank 2026: 60,668 · West Bengal

All Engineering Colleges in West Bengal

Central institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 61,422 · Assam

All Engineering Colleges in Assam

Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 62,405 · Puducherry

All Engineering Colleges in Puducherry

National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra) — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 62,469 · Maharashtra

All Engineering Colleges in Maharashtra

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 63,321 · Manipur

All Engineering Colleges in Manipur

Central University of Karnataka — Complete Cutoff Data, Placements & Campus Guide

OPEN Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) AI Final Closing Rank 2026: 63,803 · Karnataka

All Engineering Colleges in Karnataka

Have These Cutoffs Been Rising or Falling? (Year-on-Year Trend)

Lower rank number = more competitive (fewer candidates ranked above you)

Planning Note for JoSAA 2027: Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad, Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan, J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad, Assam University, Silchar, Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus, Ghani Khan Choudhary Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malda, West Bengal, Central institute of Technology Kokrajar, Assam, Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry, National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad (Maharashtra) have been easing — a favourable trajectory for candidates in this band. National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR, Birla Institute of Technology, Patna Off-Campus, INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SENAPATI MANIPUR, Central University of Karnataka are near-stable — the most predictable planning signal(s) on this page.

Other State / All India (OS/AI) Quota — Final Closing Rank Trend

Frequently Asked Questions

About Computer Science & Software Engineering admissions for OPEN rank 55,000–65,000 candidates.

Which college is best for Computer Science & Software Engineering with OPEN rank between 55,000–65,000?

For OPEN ranks in the 55,000–65,000 range under OS quota, Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad Computer Science & Software Engineering (final closing rank 55,074 in 2026) and National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi (final closing rank 57,205) are the most realistic national-pool targets. See the full tiered breakdown above.

Is OPEN rank 60,000 safe for Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan Computer Science & Software Engineering under OS quota?

A rank of 60,000 is in the borderline zone for Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan Computer Science & Software Engineering under OS quota (final closing rank: 58,353 in 2026). Its year-on-year trend is easing (–15.6%), which is a positive signal for candidates near the band midpoint. This rank is not definitively safe — your choice-filling order matters significantly for borderline positions.

What is the difference between OS quota and HS quota in JoSAA for NITs?

JoSAA splits NIT seats into two quota pools: Other State (OS) — open to all candidates nationwide — and Home State (HS) — reserved for candidates who are domiciles of the state where the NIT is located. Approximately 50% of seats fall under HS quota. HS closing ranks are consistently more accessible (higher rank number) than OS closing ranks at the same college and category, often by several hundred to over a thousand ranks. If you qualify for HS quota at any NIT in your shortlist, always add both the HS and OS entries for that college to your choice list — list the HS entry above the OS entry for the same programme.

How do I decide the order of choices in JoSAA if my rank is 55,000–65,000 OPEN?

The optimal strategy for borderline ranks is to list choices in descending order of preference (best college first), not in ascending order of probability. JoSAA's allotment algorithm guarantees you the highest-ranked choice you qualify for — which means listing aspirational choices first is never 'risky.' The mistake is omitting them, listing them too low, or failing to include both HS and OS entries for the same NIT. justcutoffs.com's expert system automates this entire ordering correctly.

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Are the Computer Science & Software Engineering cutoffs at colleges getting more competitive each year?

Trends vary by institute. Under OS quota: Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management-Ahmedabad is easing (–25.3% YoY); National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi is near-stable (+0.0% YoY); Central University of Rajasthan, Rajasthan is easing (–15.6% YoY); J.K. Institute of Applied Physics & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication, University of Allahabad- Allahabad is easing (–30.0% YoY). See the year-on-year trend charts above, split by quota type, for a complete visual comparison.