Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at NIT Puducherry (Other State quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 19,869. The last programme to close was Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 52,613.
Check my chancesAbout NIT Puducherry
National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT Puducherry) is a National Institute of Technology in Karaikal, Puducherry, established in 2010. NIT Puducherry is ranked 99 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 Puducherry (Home State quota). In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 19,869 (General (OPEN), Other State quota).
- Full name
- National Institute of Technology Puducherry
- JoSAA group
- NITs
- Location
- Karaikal, Puducherry
- Established
- 2010
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 99 (2025) · 97 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 5 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Puducherry (50% of seats)
- Official website
- nitpy.ac.in
NIT Puducherry 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 | 65,630 | 53,903 | 35,405 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 87,306 | 95,694 | 62,666 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,27,886 | 1,22,208 | 98,093 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,69,669 | 1,26,894 | 1,10,694 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 2,48,297 | 1,58,623 | 88,184 |
NIT Puducherry 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 | 19,869 | 23,445 | 9,167 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 26,110 | 32,580 | 18,045 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 34,254 | 42,589 | 27,663 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 40,048 | 48,232 | 33,342 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,613 | 58,328 | 44,895 |
How NIT Puducherry 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 | 16,785 | 19,869 | +3,084 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 22,860 | 26,110 | +3,250 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 27,072 | 34,254 | +7,182 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 35,094 | 40,048 | +4,954 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 41,318 | 52,613 | +11,295 |
NIT Puducherry 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 | HS | 2,06,045 | 2,05,593 | 2,48,297 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 47,854 | 49,922 | 52,613 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 63,717 | 64,692 | 65,630 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 18,515 | 19,758 | 19,869 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,20,719 | 1,16,492 | 1,27,886 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 29,032 | 33,769 | 34,254 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 90,244 | 86,567 | 87,306 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 24,073 | 24,078 | 26,110 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,60,684 | 1,67,788 | 1,69,669 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 42,247 | 42,881 | 40,048 |
How to reach NIT Puducherry and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Pondicherry Airport (PNY), about 109 km
- Main railway station: Karaikal, about 7 km
- City: Karaikal, Puducherry
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 Puducherry cutoff
What is the NIT Puducherry cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (Other State quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 19,869 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 52,613 for Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at NIT Puducherry?
Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Puducherry closed at JEE Main rank 19,869 (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 Puducherry?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Puducherry 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 65,630 for the Home State quota versus 19,869 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to NIT Puducherry?
NIT Puducherry 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 Puducherry?
NIT Puducherry is placed at rank 99 in NIRF 2025 and rank 97 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is NIT Puducherry and how do I reach it?
NIT Puducherry is in Karaikal, Puducherry. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport (PNY), about 109 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Karaikal, about 7 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.