Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIT ISM Dhanbad (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Advanced rank 4,167. The last programme to close was Chemical Science (5 yr, Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science) at rank 18,977.
Check my chancesAbout IIT ISM Dhanbad
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad (IIT ISM Dhanbad) is an Indian Institute of Technology in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, established in 1926. IIT ISM Dhanbad is ranked 15 in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking (ranked as Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)). 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 4,167 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad
- JoSAA group
- IITs
- Location
- Dhanbad, Jharkhand
- Established
- 1926
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 15 (2025) · 15 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Advanced rank, JoSAA
- JoSAA programmes
- 18 in 2026
- Official website
- iitism.ac.in
IIT ISM Dhanbad 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 | 4,167 | 8,539 | 2,309 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,938 | 10,628 | 3,764 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,925 | 12,818 | 2,900 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,319 | 15,221 | 6,377 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,303 | 20,007 | 8,231 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,713 | 19,315 | 8,489 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,029 | 20,265 | 11,350 |
| Petroleum Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,921 | 26,417 | 9,530 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,329 | 24,253 | 10,121 |
| B.Tech Mining Engineering and MBA in Logistic and Supply Chain Management (IIM Mumbai)5 yr · Bachelor of Technology and MBA (Dual Degree) | 15,372 | 29,025 | 10,787 |
| Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,480 | 25,774 | 13,483 |
| Mining Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 16,037 | 26,813 | 13,672 |
| Mining Machinery Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 16,855 | 28,531 | 14,862 |
| Geophysical Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,147 | 27,317 | 12,968 |
| Physical Science5 yr · Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | 17,355 | 27,720 | 14,221 |
| Environmental Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,683 | 27,032 | 14,854 |
| Geological Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,791 | 28,726 | 16,176 |
| Chemical Science5 yr · Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | 18,977 | 28,062 | 17,401 |
How IIT ISM Dhanbad 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 | 3,994 | 4,167 | +173 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,699 | 4,938 | +239 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,606 | 5,925 | +319 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,225 | 8,319 | +1,094 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,804 | 11,303 | +1,499 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,795 | 11,713 | +1,918 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,309 | 13,029 | +1,720 |
| Petroleum Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,554 | 13,921 | +1,367 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,238 | 15,329 | +2,091 |
| B.Tech Mining Engineering and MBA in Logistic and Supply Chain Management (IIM Mumbai)5 yr · Bachelor of Technology and MBA (Dual Degree) | 14,527 | 15,372 | +845 |
| Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,556 | 15,480 | +1,924 |
| Mining Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,133 | 16,037 | +1,904 |
| Mining Machinery Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,260 | 16,855 | +1,595 |
| Geophysical Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,565 | 17,147 | +1,582 |
| Physical Science5 yr · Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | 15,861 | 17,355 | +1,494 |
| Environmental Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,086 | 17,683 | +2,597 |
| Geological Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,777 | 17,791 | +2,014 |
| Chemical Science5 yr · Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | 16,526 | 18,977 | +2,451 |
IIT ISM Dhanbad 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Geology5 yr, Integrated Master of Technology | AI | 16,011 | 17,892 | – |
| Applied Geophysics5 yr, Integrated Master of Technology | AI | 15,591 | 17,507 | – |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 11,398 | 11,980 | 13,029 |
| Chemical Science5 yr, Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | AI | – | 18,334 | 18,977 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 12,996 | 13,778 | 15,329 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 3,846 | 3,585 | 4,167 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 7,567 | 7,603 | 8,319 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 5,982 | 5,839 | 5,925 |
| Engineering Physics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 10,778 | 11,711 | 11,713 |
| Environmental Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,291 | 16,752 | 17,683 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 4,956 | 4,335 | 4,938 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 9,875 | 10,273 | 11,303 |
| Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 13,599 | 14,875 | 15,480 |
| Mining Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 14,762 | 15,455 | 16,037 |
| Mining Machinery Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,321 | 16,579 | 16,855 |
| Petroleum Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 12,310 | 12,709 | 13,921 |
| Physical Science5 yr, Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science | AI | – | 18,368 | 17,355 |
How to reach IIT ISM Dhanbad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 75 km
- Main railway station: Dhanbad Junction, about 3 km
- City: Dhanbad, Jharkhand
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 ISM Dhanbad cutoff
What is the IIT ISM Dhanbad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 4,167 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 18,977 for Chemical Science (5 yr, Integrated Bachelor of Science-Master of Science). These are JEE Advanced CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIT ISM Dhanbad?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIT ISM Dhanbad closed at JEE Advanced rank 4,167 (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 ISM Dhanbad?
IIT ISM Dhanbad 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 ISM Dhanbad?
IIT ISM Dhanbad is placed at rank 15 in NIRF 2025 and rank 15 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIT ISM Dhanbad and how do I reach it?
IIT ISM Dhanbad is in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 75 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Dhanbad Junction, about 3 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.