Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at IIT Palakkad (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Advanced rank 7,625. The last programme to close was Materials Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 18,397.
Check my chancesAbout IIT Palakkad
Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) is an Indian Institute of Technology in Palakkad, Kerala, established in 2015. IIT Palakkad is ranked 64 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 7,625 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad
- JoSAA group
- IITs
- Location
- Palakkad, Kerala
- Established
- 2015
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 64 (2025) · 64 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Advanced rank, JoSAA
- JoSAA programmes
- 6 in 2026
- Official website
- iitpkd.ac.in
IIT Palakkad 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 | 7,625 | 12,457 | 4,760 |
| Data Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,484 | 14,302 | 7,167 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,926 | 16,307 | 8,794 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,360 | 23,623 | 10,775 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 18,196 | 26,797 | 15,458 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 18,397 | 29,145 | 13,296 |
How IIT Palakkad 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 | 6,556 | 7,625 | +1,069 |
| Data Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,826 | 9,484 | +658 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,542 | 10,926 | +1,384 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,591 | 14,360 | +2,769 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,739 | 18,196 | +2,457 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,866 | 18,397 | +2,531 |
IIT Palakkad 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 15,812 | 16,753 | 18,196 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 6,199 | 6,454 | 7,625 |
| Data Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 8,084 | 8,640 | 9,484 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 9,625 | 10,396 | 10,926 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 12,540 | 12,606 | 14,360 |
How to reach IIT Palakkad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), about 35 km
- Main railway station: Palakkad, about 20 km
- City: Palakkad, Kerala
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 Palakkad cutoff
What is the IIT Palakkad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 7,625 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 18,397 for Materials Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Advanced CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at IIT Palakkad?
Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Palakkad closed at JEE Advanced rank 7,625 (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 Palakkad?
IIT Palakkad 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 Palakkad?
IIT Palakkad is placed at rank 64 in NIRF 2025 and rank 64 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is IIT Palakkad and how do I reach it?
IIT Palakkad is in Palakkad, Kerala. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), about 35 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Palakkad, about 20 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.