Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIITDM Kancheepuram (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 20,654. The last programme to close was Smart Manufacturing (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 54,364.
Check my chancesAbout IIITDM Kancheepuram
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design & Manufacturing, Kancheepuram (IIITDM Kancheepuram) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, established in 2007. IIITDM Kancheepuram is in the 151-200 rank band in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking. 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 20,654 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design & Manufacturing, Kancheepuram
- JoSAA group
- IIITs
- Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Established
- 2007
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 151-200 (2025) · 101-150 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 11 in 2026
- Official website
- iiitdm.ac.in
IIITDM Kancheepuram 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 | 20,654 | 26,919 | 11,607 |
| Computer Science and Engineering with Major in Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 23,095 | 27,267 | 18,751 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Systems5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 26,909 | 34,644 | 22,291 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 27,102 | 34,934 | 15,978 |
| Computer Science and Engineering5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 28,328 | 35,358 | 19,529 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Communication Systems5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 30,449 | 36,621 | 27,044 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 40,832 | 42,270 | 32,071 |
| B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and M.Tech in AI and Robotics5 yr · B.Tech. + M.Tech./MS (Dual Degree) | 43,186 | 53,687 | 28,164 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 45,984 | 55,485 | 36,297 |
| Design Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 53,428 | 51,391 | 37,623 |
| Smart Manufacturing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 54,364 | 59,460 | 41,121 |
How IIITDM Kancheepuram 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 | 17,911 | 20,654 | +2,743 |
| Computer Science and Engineering with Major in Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 19,608 | 23,095 | +3,487 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Systems5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 25,571 | 26,909 | +1,338 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 23,977 | 27,102 | +3,125 |
| Computer Science and Engineering5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 25,482 | 28,328 | +2,846 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Communication Systems5 yr · Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | 26,438 | 30,449 | +4,011 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 32,372 | 40,832 | +8,460 |
| B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and M.Tech in AI and Robotics5 yr · B.Tech. + M.Tech./MS (Dual Degree) | 36,243 | 43,186 | +6,943 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 39,724 | 45,984 | +6,260 |
| Design Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 42,504 | 53,428 | +10,924 |
| Smart Manufacturing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 47,313 | 54,364 | +7,051 |
IIITDM Kancheepuram 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and M.Tech in AI and Robotics5 yr, B.Tech. + M.Tech./MS (Dual Degree) | AI | 39,290 | 38,708 | 43,186 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Communication Systems5 yr, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | AI | 32,117 | 28,850 | 30,449 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Systems5 yr, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | AI | – | 24,892 | 26,909 |
| Computer Science and Engineering with Major in Artificial Intelligence4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 18,702 | 19,533 | 23,095 |
| Computer Science and Engineering5 yr, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree) | AI | 22,849 | 23,187 | 28,328 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 18,654 | 19,069 | 20,654 |
| Design Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | – | 50,908 | 53,428 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 27,634 | 25,834 | 27,102 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | – | 39,727 | 40,832 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 43,513 | 44,137 | 45,984 |
| Smart Manufacturing4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 48,128 | 51,448 | 54,364 |
How to reach IIITDM Kancheepuram and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Chennai International Airport (MAA), about 17 km
- Main railway station: Chennai Central, about 31 km
- City: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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: IIITDM Kancheepuram cutoff
What is the IIITDM Kancheepuram cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 20,654 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 54,364 for Smart Manufacturing (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIITDM Kancheepuram?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIITDM Kancheepuram closed at JEE Main rank 20,654 (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 IIITDM Kancheepuram?
IIITDM Kancheepuram 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 IIITDM Kancheepuram?
IIITDM Kancheepuram is placed at rank band 151-200 in NIRF 2025 and rank band 101-150 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIITDM Kancheepuram and how do I reach it?
IIITDM Kancheepuram is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport (MAA), about 17 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Chennai Central, about 31 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.