Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIIT Surat (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 28,141. The last programme to close was Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 39,182.
Check my chancesAbout IIIT Surat
Indian Institute of Information Technology Surat (IIIT Surat) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Surat, Gujarat. 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 28,141 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology Surat
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Surat, Gujarat
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 5 in 2026
IIIT Surat General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 28,141 | 31,787 | 17,333 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 31,604 | 35,448 | 18,880 |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,295 | 40,867 | 11,656 |
| B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,559 | 41,408 | 18,982 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 39,182 | 43,024 | 29,333 |
How IIIT Surat 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 Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 23,629 | 28,141 | +4,512 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 26,505 | 31,604 | +5,099 |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 29,314 | 33,295 | +3,981 |
| B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 27,699 | 33,559 | +5,860 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 34,456 | 39,182 | +4,726 |
IIIT Surat 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 Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | – | 26,485 | 28,141 |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | – | 29,537 | 33,295 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 25,108 | 28,707 | 31,604 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 34,263 | 36,049 | 39,182 |
How to reach IIIT Surat and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Surat International Airport (STV), about 14 km
- Main railway station: Surat, about 1 km
- City: Surat, Gujarat
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the centre of Surat; 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 Surat cutoff
What is the IIIT Surat cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 28,141 for Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 39,182 for Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIIT Surat?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIIT Surat closed at JEE Main rank 28,141 (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 Surat?
IIIT Surat 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 Surat and how do I reach it?
IIIT Surat is in Surat, Gujarat. By straight-line distance from the city centre, the nearest airport is Surat International Airport (STV), about 14 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Surat, about 1 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.