Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IISc Bangalore (All India quota) was B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 743. The last programme to close was B.Tech in Materials Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 4,912.
Check my chancesAbout IISc Bangalore
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (IISc Bangalore) is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, established in 1909. It takes part in JoSAA counselling alongside the Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling.
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Established
- 1909
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 4 in 2026
- Official website
- iisc.ac.in
IISc Bangalore General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 743 | 2,954 | 156 |
| Mechanics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,967 | 4,488 | 1,132 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 3,901 | 4,716 | 2,709 |
| B.Tech in Materials Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,912 | 6,524 | 2,742 |
How IISc Bangalore 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 712 | 743 | +31 |
| Mechanics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,960 | 1,967 | +7 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 3,552 | 3,901 | +349 |
| B.Tech in Materials Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,373 | 4,912 | +539 |
How to reach IISc Bangalore and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), about 25 km
- Main railway station: Bengaluru Cantonment, about 5 km
- City: Bengaluru, Karnataka
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: IISc Bangalore cutoff
What is the IISc Bangalore cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 743 for B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 4,912 for B.Tech in Materials Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
Which exam rank is used for admission to IISc Bangalore?
IISc Bangalore 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 IISc Bangalore and how do I reach it?
IISc Bangalore is in Bengaluru, Karnataka. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), about 25 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Bengaluru Cantonment, about 5 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.