Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at NIT Trichy (Other State quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 1,373. The last programme to close was Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 20,111.
Check my chancesAbout NIT Trichy
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) is a National Institute of Technology in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, established in 1964. NIT Trichy is ranked 9 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 Tamil Nadu (Home State quota). In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 1,373 (General (OPEN), Other State quota).
- Full name
- National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
- JoSAA group
- NITs
- Location
- Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
- Established
- 1964
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 9 (2025) · 9 (2024)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 10 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Tamil Nadu (50% of seats)
- Official website
- nitt.edu
NIT Trichy General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Home State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture5 yr · Bachelor of Architecture · Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan) rank | 487 | 255 | 198 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,015 | 5,732 | 1,034 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,142 | 10,686 | 2,285 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,904 | 15,162 | 5,662 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 12,200 | 18,353 | 8,056 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 14,015 | 20,175 | 7,900 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 18,241 | 24,201 | 12,953 |
| Production Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 22,363 | 28,864 | 15,374 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 26,564 | 32,958 | 19,176 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 29,391 | 38,684 | 15,104 |
NIT Trichy General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Other State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture5 yr · Bachelor of Architecture · Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan) rank | 235 | 4 | 45 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,373 | 3,545 | 103 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 3,285 | 5,369 | 1,942 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,432 | 10,264 | 3,877 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 8,754 | 16,024 | 3,558 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,550 | 14,958 | 5,878 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 13,406 | 23,005 | 6,472 |
| Production Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 18,366 | 29,453 | 12,391 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 19,641 | 27,661 | 14,318 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 20,111 | 28,644 | 10,227 |
How NIT Trichy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture5 yr · Bachelor of Architecture | 205 | 235 | +30 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 1,317 | 1,373 | +56 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 2,938 | 3,285 | +347 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,987 | 5,432 | +445 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 7,872 | 8,754 | +882 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 9,030 | 9,550 | +520 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 11,645 | 13,406 | +1,761 |
| Production Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,114 | 18,366 | +1,252 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 17,407 | 19,641 | +2,234 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 15,884 | 20,111 | +4,227 |
NIT Trichy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture5 yr, Bachelor of Architecture | HS | 486 | 470 | 487 |
| Architecture5 yr, Bachelor of Architecture | OS | 404 | 227 | 235 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 20,789 | 20,393 | 18,241 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 13,950 | 11,935 | 13,406 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 36,104 | 31,593 | 29,391 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 18,965 | 17,304 | 20,111 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 5,066 | 4,569 | 4,015 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 1,224 | 1,449 | 1,373 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 9,828 | 9,411 | 7,904 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 6,040 | 5,637 | 5,432 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 7,036 | 7,076 | 5,142 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 3,546 | 3,283 | 3,285 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 14,697 | 13,501 | 12,200 |
| Instrumentation and Control Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 11,001 | 11,047 | 9,550 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 16,002 | 14,978 | 14,015 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 9,305 | 8,339 | 8,754 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 30,319 | 27,118 | 26,564 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 22,521 | 21,243 | 19,641 |
| Production Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 24,973 | 24,160 | 22,363 |
| Production Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | OS | 24,286 | 20,879 | 18,366 |
How to reach NIT Trichy and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), about 11 km
- Main railway station: Tiruchirappalli, about 15 km
- City: Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
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 Trichy cutoff
What is the NIT Trichy cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (Other State quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 1,373 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 20,111 for Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at NIT Trichy?
Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Trichy closed at JEE Main rank 1,373 (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 Trichy?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Tamil Nadu 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 4,015 for the Home State quota versus 1,373 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to NIT Trichy?
NIT Trichy 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 Trichy?
NIT Trichy is placed at rank 9 in NIRF 2025 and rank 9 in NIRF 2024 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is NIT Trichy and how do I reach it?
NIT Trichy is in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), about 11 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Tiruchirappalli, about 15 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.