Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIIT Dharwad (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 45,308. The last programme to close was Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 48,882.
Check my chancesAbout IIIT Dharwad
Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Dharwad, Karnataka. 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 45,308 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Dharwad
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Dharwad, Karnataka
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 4 in 2026
IIIT Dharwad 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 | 45,308 | 46,222 | 18,465 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 46,967 | 48,474 | 12,279 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 47,501 | 49,237 | 31,938 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 48,882 | 51,306 | 27,889 |
How IIIT Dharwad 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 | 36,789 | 45,308 | +8,519 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 38,437 | 46,967 | +8,530 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 40,014 | 47,501 | +7,487 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 40,569 | 48,882 | +8,313 |
IIIT Dharwad 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 | 37,419 | 41,121 | 45,308 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 39,077 | 43,328 | 47,501 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 41,143 | 45,440 | 48,882 |
How to reach IIIT Dharwad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Hubballi Airport (HBX), about 13 km
- Main railway station: Dharwad, about 2 km
- City: Dharwad, Karnataka
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the centre of Dharwad; 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 Dharwad cutoff
What is the IIIT Dharwad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 45,308 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 48,882 for Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIIT Dharwad?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIIT Dharwad closed at JEE Main rank 45,308 (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 Dharwad?
IIIT Dharwad 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 Dharwad and how do I reach it?
IIIT Dharwad is in Dharwad, Karnataka. By straight-line distance from the city centre, the nearest airport is Hubballi Airport (HBX), about 13 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Dharwad, about 2 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.