Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at NIT Delhi (Other State quota) was Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 7,022. The last programme to close was Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 32,027.
Check my chancesAbout NIT Delhi
National Institute of Technology Delhi (NIT Delhi) is a National Institute of Technology in New Delhi, Delhi, established in 2010. NIT Delhi is ranked 65 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 Delhi (Home State quota). In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 8,669 (General (OPEN), Other State quota).
- Full name
- National Institute of Technology Delhi
- JoSAA group
- NITs
- Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Established
- 2010
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 65 (2025) · 45 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 8 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Delhi (50% of seats)
- Official website
- nitdelhi.ac.in
NIT Delhi 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 | 10,936 | 17,274 | 6,111 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,004 | 19,921 | 9,541 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,303 | 24,690 | 10,000 |
| VLSI Design and Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,215 | 30,408 | 14,627 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 24,823 | 35,291 | 18,873 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 25,745 | 39,214 | 14,035 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 33,057 | 42,645 | 25,001 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 44,487 | 53,840 | 40,592 |
NIT Delhi General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Other State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,022 | 15,710 | 5,355 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,669 | 14,656 | 6,240 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,870 | 10,787 | 3,613 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,803 | 16,987 | 9,093 |
| VLSI Design and Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,355 | 21,229 | 10,851 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,419 | 22,756 | 12,197 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 20,132 | 30,018 | 16,423 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 32,027 | 38,696 | 25,601 |
How NIT Delhi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,022 | 7,022 | 0 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,579 | 8,669 | +1,090 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,912 | 10,870 | +4,958 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 10,334 | 11,803 | +1,469 |
| VLSI Design and Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,463 | 13,355 | +892 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,609 | 15,419 | +1,810 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 19,260 | 20,132 | +872 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 25,040 | 32,027 | +6,987 |
NIT Delhi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 19,407 | 21,452 | 25,745 |
| Aerospace Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 14,243 | 13,389 | 10,870 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 12,510 | 11,212 | 12,004 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 8,572 | 6,896 | 7,022 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 36,329 | 36,027 | 44,487 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 27,045 | 27,647 | 32,027 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 12,455 | 10,165 | 10,936 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 8,018 | 7,651 | 8,669 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 25,757 | 21,491 | 24,823 |
| Electrical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 16,739 | 15,718 | 15,419 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 16,179 | 15,523 | 14,303 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 12,080 | 10,909 | 11,803 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 30,040 | 28,430 | 33,057 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 22,208 | 21,049 | 20,132 |
| VLSI Design and Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 18,485 | 16,548 | 17,215 |
| VLSI Design and Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 15,438 | 12,972 | 13,355 |
How to reach NIT Delhi and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 29 km
- Main railway station: New Delhi, about 21 km
- City: New Delhi, Delhi
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: NIT Delhi cutoff
What is the NIT Delhi cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (Other State quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 7,022 for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 32,027 for Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at NIT Delhi?
Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Delhi closed at JEE Main rank 8,669 (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 NIT Delhi?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Delhi 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 10,936 for the Home State quota versus 8,669 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to NIT Delhi?
NIT Delhi 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 NIT Delhi?
NIT Delhi is placed at rank 65 in NIRF 2025 and rank 45 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is NIT Delhi and how do I reach it?
NIT Delhi is in New Delhi, Delhi. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 29 km away, and the nearest main railway station is New Delhi, about 21 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.