Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIIT Nagpur (All India quota) was Computer Science Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 27,872. The last programme to close was Electronics and Communication Engineering (Internet of Things) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 37,995.
Check my chancesAbout IIIT Nagpur
Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Nagpur (IIIT Nagpur) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Nagpur, Maharashtra, established in 2016. 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 27,872 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Nagpur
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Nagpur, Maharashtra
- Established
- 2016
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 6 in 2026
- Official website
- iiitn.ac.in
IIIT Nagpur General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 27,872 | – | 15,546 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 29,369 | – | 17,386 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Data Science and Analytics)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 30,598 | – | 18,956 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Human Computer lnteraction and Gaming Technology)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,918 | – | 28,550 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 37,473 | – | 22,554 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (Internet of Things)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 37,995 | – | 31,805 |
How IIIT Nagpur 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 Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 23,985 | 27,872 | +3,887 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 26,440 | 29,369 | +2,929 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Data Science and Analytics)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 27,220 | 30,598 | +3,378 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Human Computer lnteraction and Gaming Technology)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 30,072 | 33,918 | +3,846 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 32,328 | 37,473 | +5,145 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (Internet of Things)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,520 | 37,995 | +4,475 |
IIIT Nagpur 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 Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 27,105 | 27,752 | 27,872 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Data Science and Analytics)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 28,763 | 30,477 | 30,598 |
| Computer Science Engineering (Human Computer lnteraction and Gaming Technology)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 30,403 | 33,893 | 33,918 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 27,356 | 29,123 | 29,369 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (Internet of Things)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 35,608 | 39,245 | 37,995 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 37,530 | 40,844 | 37,473 |
How to reach IIIT Nagpur and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG), about 16 km
- Main railway station: Nagpur, about 24 km
- City: Nagpur, Maharashtra
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 Nagpur cutoff
What is the IIIT Nagpur cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 27,872 for Computer Science Engineering (Artificial lntelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 37,995 for Electronics and Communication Engineering (Internet of Things) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIIT Nagpur?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIIT Nagpur closed at JEE Main rank 27,872 (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 Nagpur?
IIIT Nagpur 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 Nagpur and how do I reach it?
IIIT Nagpur is in Nagpur, Maharashtra. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG), about 16 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Nagpur, about 24 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.