Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at MNNIT Allahabad (Other State quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 5,375. The last programme to close was Bio Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 42,249.
Check my chancesAbout MNNIT Allahabad
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad (MNNIT Allahabad) is a National Institute of Technology in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1961. MNNIT Allahabad is ranked 62 in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking. Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling, with half the seats reserved for candidates from Uttar Pradesh (Home State quota). In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 5,375 (General (OPEN), Other State quota).
- Full name
- Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad
- JoSAA group
- NITs
- Location
- Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Established
- 1961
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 62 (2025) · 60 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 10 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Uttar Pradesh (50% of seats)
- Official website
- mnnit.ac.in
MNNIT Allahabad General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Home State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 6,770 | 12,829 | 2,993 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,226 | 13,772 | 7,128 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,605 | 18,272 | 5,915 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,740 | 21,456 | 10,781 |
| Engineering and Computational Mechanics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,957 | 20,993 | 11,138 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 22,948 | 42,355 | 18,665 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 23,943 | 37,130 | 16,588 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,895 | 48,255 | 25,036 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 39,730 | 44,283 | 34,732 |
| Bio Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 42,996 | 53,937 | 35,543 |
MNNIT Allahabad General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Other State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,375 | 11,805 | 1,641 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 6,553 | 10,247 | 5,676 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,904 | 15,704 | 5,812 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,845 | 18,195 | 9,269 |
| Engineering and Computational Mechanics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,168 | 21,344 | 12,740 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 22,289 | 34,179 | 14,605 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 25,089 | 36,332 | 21,839 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 34,311 | 46,459 | 20,239 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 35,470 | 37,454 | 26,921 |
| Bio Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 42,249 | 42,619 | 28,654 |
How MNNIT Allahabad cutoffs moved in JoSAA 2026: Round 1 vs Round 5
Closing ranks usually rise (open up) in later rounds as candidates upgrade or withdraw. Other State quota, General (OPEN), gender-neutral seats.
| Programme | Round 1 | Round 5 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,879 | 5,375 | +496 |
| Mathematics and Computing4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,380 | 6,553 | +1,173 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,622 | 8,904 | +1,282 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,682 | 11,845 | +1,163 |
| Engineering and Computational Mechanics4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,041 | 14,168 | +3,127 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 18,949 | 22,289 | +3,340 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 20,828 | 25,089 | +4,261 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 28,909 | 34,311 | +5,402 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 31,715 | 35,470 | +3,755 |
| Bio Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 34,223 | 42,249 | +8,026 |
MNNIT Allahabad 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bio Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 34,919 | 39,400 | 42,996 |
| Bio Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 35,422 | 37,193 | 42,249 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 22,101 | 21,558 | 22,948 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 21,061 | 22,469 | 25,089 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 26,362 | 29,451 | 33,895 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 29,422 | 31,589 | 34,311 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 5,943 | 6,562 | 6,770 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 4,191 | 4,594 | 5,375 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 11,921 | 11,483 | 13,740 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 10,928 | 11,665 | 11,845 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 9,231 | 9,577 | 10,605 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 7,707 | 8,532 | 8,904 |
| Engineering and Computational Mechanics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 11,794 | 12,759 | 13,957 |
| Engineering and Computational Mechanics4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 11,650 | 12,340 | 14,168 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 30,318 | 37,696 | 39,730 |
| Materials Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 38,008 | 38,442 | 35,470 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 19,615 | 21,070 | 23,943 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 19,748 | 19,897 | 22,289 |
| Production and Industrial Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 32,872 | 33,554 | – |
| Production and Industrial Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 35,559 | 35,132 | – |
How to reach MNNIT Allahabad and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Prayagraj Airport (IXD), about 14 km
- Main railway station: Prayagraj Junction, about 6 km
- City: Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
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: MNNIT Allahabad cutoff
What is the MNNIT Allahabad cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (Other State quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 5,375 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 42,249 for Bio Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at MNNIT Allahabad?
Computer Science and Engineering at MNNIT Allahabad closed at JEE Main rank 5,375 (General (OPEN), Other State quota) in the final round of JoSAA 2026. A rank comfortably below this gives a realistic chance; cutoffs move a little every year.
Is there a home state quota at MNNIT Allahabad?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Uttar Pradesh compete for Home State seats, which usually close at much higher ranks. For example, Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) closed at 6,770 for the Home State quota versus 5,375 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to MNNIT Allahabad?
MNNIT Allahabad admits through JEE Main ranks via JoSAA (and CSAB special rounds for vacant seats). Closing ranks on this page are JEE Main CRL ranks for OPEN seats and category ranks for EWS, OBC-NCL, SC and ST seats.
What is the NIRF ranking of MNNIT Allahabad?
MNNIT Allahabad is placed at rank 62 in NIRF 2025 and rank 60 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is MNNIT Allahabad and how do I reach it?
MNNIT Allahabad is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Prayagraj Airport (IXD), about 14 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Prayagraj Junction, about 6 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.