Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at NIT Nagaland (Other State quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 42,326. The last programme to close was Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 64,955.
Check my chancesAbout NIT Nagaland
National Institute of Technology Nagaland (NIT Nagaland) is a National Institute of Technology in Dimapur, Nagaland, established in 2010. NIT Nagaland is in the 101-150 rank band 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 Nagaland (Home State quota). In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 42,326 (General (OPEN), Other State quota).
- Full name
- National Institute of Technology Nagaland
- JoSAA group
- NITs
- Location
- Dimapur, Nagaland
- Established
- 2010
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 101-150 (2025) · 151-200 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 6 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Nagaland (50% of seats)
- Official website
- nitnagaland.ac.in
NIT Nagaland 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 | 42,326 | 52,223 | 34,098 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 47,733 | 59,574 | 42,553 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,229 | 67,823 | 46,914 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 55,144 | 67,323 | 34,554 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 59,028 | 70,766 | 55,352 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 64,955 | 69,407 | 62,691 |
How NIT Nagaland 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 | 34,118 | 42,326 | +8,208 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 42,859 | 47,733 | +4,874 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 46,218 | 52,229 | +6,011 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 47,152 | 55,144 | +7,992 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 50,622 | 59,028 | +8,406 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,001 | 64,955 | +12,954 |
NIT Nagaland 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 | OS | 57,171 | 60,689 | 64,955 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 31,391 | 39,594 | 42,326 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 47,335 | 50,145 | 52,229 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 42,889 | 44,158 | 47,733 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 47,676 | 53,110 | 55,144 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 51,973 | 56,813 | 59,028 |
How to reach NIT Nagaland and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Dimapur Airport (DMU), about 11 km
- Main railway station: Dimapur, about 14 km
- City: Dimapur, Nagaland
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 Nagaland cutoff
What is the NIT Nagaland cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (Other State quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 42,326 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 64,955 for Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at NIT Nagaland?
Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Nagaland closed at JEE Main rank 42,326 (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.
Which exam rank is used for admission to NIT Nagaland?
NIT Nagaland 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 Nagaland?
NIT Nagaland is placed at rank band 101-150 in NIRF 2025 and rank band 151-200 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is NIT Nagaland and how do I reach it?
NIT Nagaland is in Dimapur, Nagaland. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Dimapur Airport (DMU), about 11 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Dimapur, about 14 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.