Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at NEHU Shillong (All India quota) was Information Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 94,055. The last programme to close was Energy Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 1,11,604.
Check my chancesAbout NEHU Shillong
North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong (NEHU Shillong) is located in Shillong, Meghalaya, established in 1973. It takes part in JoSAA counselling alongside the Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling.
- Full name
- North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Established
- 1973
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 4 in 2026
- Official website
- nehu.ac.in
NEHU Shillong General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 94,055 | – | 82,378 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 97,308 | – | 76,316 |
| Biomedical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,09,683 | – | 93,845 |
| Energy Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,11,604 | – | 62,472 |
How NEHU Shillong 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 75,394 | 94,055 | +18,661 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 76,049 | 97,308 | +21,259 |
| Biomedical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 73,687 | 1,09,683 | +35,996 |
| Energy Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 83,466 | 1,11,604 | +28,138 |
NEHU Shillong 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 94,373 | 1,00,180 | 1,09,683 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 79,951 | 89,121 | 97,308 |
| Energy Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 86,765 | 92,928 | 1,11,604 |
| Information Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 74,395 | 85,700 | 94,055 |
How to reach NEHU Shillong and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Shillong Airport (SHL), about 13 km
- City: Shillong, Meghalaya
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: NEHU Shillong cutoff
What is the NEHU Shillong cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 94,055 for Information Technology (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 1,11,604 for Energy Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
Which exam rank is used for admission to NEHU Shillong?
NEHU Shillong 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.
Where is NEHU Shillong and how do I reach it?
NEHU Shillong is in Shillong, Meghalaya. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Shillong Airport (SHL), about 13 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.