Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at BIT Deoghar (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 65,006. The last programme to close was Mechanical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 81,513.
Check my chancesAbout BIT Deoghar
Birla Institute of Technology, Deoghar Off-Campus (BIT Deoghar) is located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, established in 2007. It takes part in JoSAA counselling alongside the Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling. In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 65,006 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Birla Institute of Technology, Deoghar Off-Campus
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- Deoghar, Jharkhand
- Established
- 2007
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 6 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Jharkhand (50% of seats)
- Official website
- bitmesra.ac.in/BIT_Mesra?cid=4&pid=H
BIT Deoghar General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 65,006 | 61,741 | 54,409 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 69,578 | 68,153 | 47,156 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 72,172 | 72,983 | 56,626 |
| Mathematics and Computing5 yr · Integrated Master of Science | 74,534 | 74,391 | 67,144 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 78,405 | 79,034 | 56,685 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 81,513 | 74,970 | 70,005 |
BIT Deoghar General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Home State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,10,201 | 1,01,768 | 79,159 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,17,607 | 1,16,639 | 71,607 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,39,952 | 1,30,822 | 86,039 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,42,807 | 1,57,452 | 1,22,897 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,48,708 | 1,60,226 | 1,39,923 |
| Mathematics and Computing5 yr · Integrated Master of Science | 1,49,857 | 1,65,976 | 1,22,341 |
How BIT Deoghar cutoffs moved in JoSAA 2026: Round 1 vs Round 5
Closing ranks usually rise (open up) in later rounds as candidates upgrade or withdraw. All India quota, General (OPEN), gender-neutral seats.
| Programme | Round 1 | Round 5 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 53,291 | 65,006 | +11,715 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 55,283 | 69,578 | +14,295 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 60,027 | 72,172 | +12,145 |
| Mathematics and Computing5 yr · Integrated Master of Science | 59,170 | 74,534 | +15,364 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 61,825 | 78,405 | +16,580 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 66,995 | 81,513 | +14,518 |
BIT Deoghar closing rank trend 2024–2026 (General (OPEN), final round)
Lower closing rank means more competitive. A rising number means the programme became easier to get.
| Programme | Quota | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 50,774 | 57,517 | 69,578 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 99,112 | 1,13,577 | 1,17,607 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 58,085 | 68,479 | 78,405 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,20,113 | 1,44,484 | 1,48,708 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 60,736 | 66,125 | 72,172 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,21,375 | 1,33,575 | 1,39,952 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 68,851 | 73,343 | 81,513 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,21,367 | 1,46,293 | 1,42,807 |
How to reach BIT Deoghar and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 9 km
- Main railway station: Deoghar, about 4 km
- City: Deoghar, Jharkhand
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the campus; road distance is usually longer.
Reporting day and stay: parents usually need one or two nights near the campus during document verification and reporting, so book early because rooms near the campus fill up during JoSAA reporting weeks. Hostel allotment, hostel fees and mess charges for new students are published by the institute on its official website; check the latest fee notice before paying.
FAQs: BIT Deoghar cutoff
What is the BIT Deoghar cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 65,006 for Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 81,513 for Mechanical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at BIT Deoghar?
Computer Science and Engineering at BIT Deoghar closed at JEE Main rank 65,006 (General (OPEN), All India quota) in the final round of JoSAA 2026. A rank comfortably below this gives a realistic chance; cutoffs move a little every year.
Is there a home state quota at BIT Deoghar?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Jharkhand compete for Home State seats, which usually close at much higher ranks. For example, Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) closed at 1,10,201 for the Home State quota versus 65,006 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to BIT Deoghar?
BIT Deoghar admits through JEE Main ranks via JoSAA (and CSAB special rounds for vacant seats). Closing ranks on this page are JEE Main CRL ranks for OPEN seats and category ranks for EWS, OBC-NCL, SC and ST seats.
Where is BIT Deoghar and how do I reach it?
BIT Deoghar is in Deoghar, Jharkhand. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 9 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Deoghar, about 4 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.