Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIT Goa (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Advanced rank 7,024. The last programme to close was Mechanical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 14,290.
Check my chancesAbout IIT Goa
Indian Institute of Technology Goa (IIT Goa) is an Indian Institute of Technology in Ponda, Goa, established in 2016. IIT Goa is in the 101-150 rank band 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 7,024 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Technology Goa
- JoSAA group
- IITs
- Location
- Ponda, Goa
- Established
- 2016
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 101-150 (2025)
- Admission through
- JEE Advanced rank, JoSAA
- JoSAA programmes
- 4 in 2026
- Official website
- iitgoa.ac.in
IIT Goa 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 | 7,024 | 13,954 | 4,323 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,565 | 14,672 | 6,485 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,097 | 18,331 | 8,798 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,290 | 24,203 | 11,780 |
How IIT Goa 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 | 6,448 | 7,024 | +576 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,115 | 8,565 | +1,450 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,436 | 11,097 | +1,661 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,299 | 14,290 | +1,991 |
IIT Goa 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 | 5,371 | 6,242 | 7,024 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 9,603 | 10,095 | 11,097 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 6,685 | 7,932 | 8,565 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 12,066 | 13,451 | 14,290 |
How to reach IIT Goa and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI), about 16 km
- Main railway station: Karmali, about 10 km
- City: Ponda, Goa
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 Goa cutoff
What is the IIT Goa cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 7,024 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 14,290 for Mechanical Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Advanced CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIT Goa?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Goa closed at JEE Advanced rank 7,024 (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 Goa?
IIT Goa 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 Goa?
IIT Goa is placed at rank band 101-150 in NIRF 2025 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIT Goa and how do I reach it?
IIT Goa is in Ponda, Goa. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI), about 16 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Karmali, about 10 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.