Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIT Bhilai (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Advanced rank 8,886. The last programme to close was Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 17,880.
Check my chancesAbout IIT Bhilai
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT Bhilai) is an Indian Institute of Technology in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, established in 2016. IIT Bhilai is ranked 72 in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking. Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Advanced ranks in JoSAA counselling. In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Advanced rank 8,886 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai
- JoSAA group
- IITs
- Location
- Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
- Established
- 2016
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 72 (2025) · 73 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Advanced rank, JoSAA
- JoSAA programmes
- 7 in 2026
- Official website
- iitbhilai.ac.in
IIT Bhilai 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 | 8,886 | 13,285 | 6,201 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,400 | 14,917 | 7,368 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,962 | 17,231 | 8,257 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,934 | 18,798 | 10,295 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,519 | 21,980 | 10,843 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,260 | 24,459 | 12,106 |
| Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,880 | 27,479 | 15,101 |
How IIT Bhilai 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 | 7,981 | 8,886 | +905 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,598 | 9,400 | +802 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,188 | 9,962 | +774 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,357 | 11,934 | +1,577 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,418 | 12,519 | +1,101 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,637 | 15,260 | +2,623 |
| Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,505 | 17,880 | +2,375 |
IIT Bhilai 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 | 6,516 | 7,382 | 8,886 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 7,570 | 7,934 | 9,400 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 10,709 | 11,592 | 11,934 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 9,472 | 9,668 | 9,962 |
| Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,871 | 17,478 | 17,880 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 13,137 | 14,788 | 15,260 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 10,843 | 12,254 | 12,519 |
How to reach IIT Bhilai and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR), about 44 km
- Main railway station: Bhilai, about 12 km
- City: Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
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: IIT Bhilai cutoff
What is the IIT Bhilai cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 8,886 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 17,880 for Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Advanced CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIT Bhilai?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Bhilai closed at JEE Advanced rank 8,886 (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 IIT Bhilai?
IIT Bhilai admits through JEE Advanced ranks via JoSAA. You must qualify JEE Advanced; the closing ranks on this page are JEE Advanced CRL or category ranks.
What is the NIRF ranking of IIT Bhilai?
IIT Bhilai is placed at rank 72 in NIRF 2025 and rank 73 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIT Bhilai and how do I reach it?
IIT Bhilai is in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR), about 44 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Bhilai, about 12 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.