Quick answer
In JoSAA 2024 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIIT Allahabad (All India quota) was Information Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 5,202. The last programme to close was Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 7,758.
Check my chancesAbout IIIT Allahabad
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT Allahabad) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1999. IIIT Allahabad is in the 101-150 rank band in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking (ranked as Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad). Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling.
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Established
- 1999
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 101-150 (2025) · 87 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 3 in 2024
- Official website
- iiita.ac.in
IIIT Allahabad General (OPEN) cutoff 2024: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,202 | 9,457 | 1,581 |
| Information Technology-Business Informatics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,392 | 9,754 | 4,252 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,758 | 14,319 | 5,569 |
How IIIT Allahabad cutoffs moved in JoSAA 2024: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,778 | 5,202 | +424 |
| Information Technology-Business Informatics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,194 | 5,392 | +198 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,355 | 7,758 | +403 |
IIIT Allahabad 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 7,758 | 8,050 | 7,804 |
| Information Technology-Business Informatics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 5,392 | 6,150 | 4,969 |
| Information Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 5,202 | 6,094 | 5,420 |
How to reach IIIT Allahabad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Prayagraj Airport (IXD), about 4 km
- Main railway station: Prayagraj Rambagh, about 6 km
- City: Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
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: IIIT Allahabad cutoff
What is the IIIT Allahabad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2024?
In JoSAA 2024 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 5,202 for Information Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 7,758 for Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
Which exam rank is used for admission to IIIT Allahabad?
IIIT Allahabad 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.
What is the NIRF ranking of IIIT Allahabad?
IIIT Allahabad is placed at rank band 101-150 in NIRF 2025 and rank 87 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIIT Allahabad and how do I reach it?
IIIT Allahabad is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Prayagraj Airport (IXD), about 4 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Prayagraj Rambagh, about 6 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.