Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIHT Varanasi (All India quota) was Handloom and Textile Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 1,25,921. The last programme to close was Handloom and Textile Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 1,25,921.
Check my chancesAbout IIHT Varanasi
Indian Institute of Handloom Technology(IIHT), Varanasi (IIHT Varanasi) is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. 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.
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Handloom Technology(IIHT), Varanasi
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 1 in 2026
IIHT Varanasi General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handloom and Textile Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,25,921 | – | 80,242 |
How IIHT Varanasi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handloom and Textile Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 87,815 | 1,25,921 | +38,106 |
IIHT Varanasi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handloom and Textile Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 1,02,843 | 1,15,651 | 1,25,921 |
How to reach IIHT Varanasi and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), about 21 km
- Main railway station: Varanasi City, about 2 km
- City: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the centre of Varanasi; 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; check the latest fee notice before paying.
FAQs: IIHT Varanasi cutoff
What is the IIHT Varanasi cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 1,25,921 for Handloom and Textile Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 1,25,921 for Handloom and Textile Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
Which exam rank is used for admission to IIHT Varanasi?
IIHT Varanasi 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 IIHT Varanasi and how do I reach it?
IIHT Varanasi is in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. By straight-line distance from the city centre, the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), about 21 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Varanasi City, about 2 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.