Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIT Dharwad (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Advanced rank 8,332. The last programme to close was Major in Physics (4 yr, Bachelor of Science) at rank 18,223.
Check my chancesAbout IIT Dharwad
Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT Dharwad) is an Indian Institute of Technology in Dharwad, Karnataka, established in 2016. IIT Dharwad is ranked 77 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 8,332 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad
- JoSAA group
- IITs
- Location
- Dharwad, Karnataka
- Established
- 2016
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 77 (2025) · 101-150 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Advanced rank, JoSAA
- JoSAA programmes
- 10 in 2026
- Official website
- iitdh.ac.in
IIT Dharwad 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 | 8,332 | 14,069 | 5,380 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,148 | 12,659 | 7,599 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,848 | 15,164 | 4,363 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,099 | 17,677 | 7,859 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,696 | 21,227 | 12,723 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,332 | 24,811 | 12,335 |
| Major in Mathematics4 yr · Bachelor of Science | 17,372 | 26,937 | 10,445 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,789 | 25,984 | 14,544 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,968 | 27,345 | 15,876 |
| Major in Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Science | 18,223 | 29,216 | 15,972 |
How IIT Dharwad 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 | 7,426 | 8,332 | +906 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,053 | 9,148 | +1,095 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,996 | 9,848 | +852 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,552 | 11,099 | +1,547 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,873 | 14,696 | +1,823 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,908 | 15,332 | +2,424 |
| Major in Mathematics4 yr · Bachelor of Science | 10,445 | 17,372 | +6,927 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,199 | 17,789 | +2,590 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,934 | 17,968 | +2,034 |
| Major in Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Science | 14,236 | 18,223 | +3,987 |
IIT Dharwad 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,739 | 16,680 | 17,789 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,945 | 17,472 | 17,968 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 6,375 | 7,208 | 8,332 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 9,778 | 11,051 | 11,099 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 8,772 | 9,476 | 9,848 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 12,851 | 15,353 | 14,696 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences5 yr, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Dual Degree) | AI | 16,968 | 18,979 | – |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 7,381 | 8,222 | 9,148 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 13,435 | 14,852 | 15,332 |
How to reach IIT Dharwad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Hubballi Airport (HBX), about 21 km
- Main railway station: Dharwad, about 9 km
- City: Dharwad, 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: IIT Dharwad cutoff
What is the IIT Dharwad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 8,332 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 18,223 for Major in Physics (4 yr, Bachelor of Science). These are JEE Advanced CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIT Dharwad?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Dharwad closed at JEE Advanced rank 8,332 (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 Dharwad?
IIT Dharwad 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 Dharwad?
IIT Dharwad is placed at rank 77 in NIRF 2025 and rank band 101-150 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIT Dharwad and how do I reach it?
IIT Dharwad is in Dharwad, Karnataka. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Hubballi Airport (HBX), about 21 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Dharwad, about 9 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.