Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIIT Bhagalpur (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 48,416. The last programme to close was Mechatronics and Automation Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 57,309.
Check my chancesAbout IIIT Bhagalpur
Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhagalpur (IIIT Bhagalpur) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Bhagalpur, Bihar. 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 48,416 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhagalpur
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Bhagalpur, Bihar
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 4 in 2026
IIIT Bhagalpur General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 48,416 | 49,493 | 23,246 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 51,316 | 54,054 | 45,815 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,650 | 54,671 | 45,956 |
| Mechatronics and Automation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 57,309 | 60,760 | 50,150 |
How IIIT Bhagalpur 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 Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 41,599 | 48,416 | +6,817 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 43,671 | 51,316 | +7,645 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 44,609 | 52,650 | +8,041 |
| Mechatronics and Automation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 49,547 | 57,309 | +7,762 |
IIIT Bhagalpur 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 | 39,481 | 44,476 | 48,416 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 42,488 | 47,785 | 52,650 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 39,975 | 45,422 | 51,316 |
| Mechatronics and Automation Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 47,663 | 53,156 | 57,309 |
How to reach IIIT Bhagalpur and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 94 km
- Main railway station: Bhagalpur, about 3 km
- City: Bhagalpur, Bihar
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the centre of Bhagalpur; 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: IIIT Bhagalpur cutoff
What is the IIIT Bhagalpur cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 48,416 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 57,309 for Mechatronics and Automation Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIIT Bhagalpur?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIIT Bhagalpur closed at JEE Main rank 48,416 (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.
Which exam rank is used for admission to IIIT Bhagalpur?
IIIT Bhagalpur 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 IIIT Bhagalpur and how do I reach it?
IIIT Bhagalpur is in Bhagalpur, Bihar. By straight-line distance from the city centre, the nearest airport is Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 94 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Bhagalpur, about 3 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.