Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at Puducherry Technological University (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 62,405. The last programme to close was Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 86,633.
Check my chancesAbout Puducherry Technological University
Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry (Puducherry Technological University) is located in Puducherry, Puducherry, established in 1984. It takes part in JoSAA counselling alongside the Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Puducherry Technological University is in the 201-300 rank band in the NIRF 2025 Engineering ranking. Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling. In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 62,405 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- Puducherry, Puducherry
- Established
- 1984
- NIRF Engineering rank
- 201-300 (2025)
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 10 in 2026
- Home State quota
- Puducherry (50% of seats)
- Official website
- pec.edu
Puducherry Technological University General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 62,405 | – | 51,069 |
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 63,644 | – | 54,544 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 64,410 | – | 57,263 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 64,597 | – | 51,752 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 67,555 | – | 63,409 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 70,294 | – | 67,471 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 71,243 | – | 55,266 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 73,259 | – | 71,296 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 77,554 | – | 67,540 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 86,633 | – | 58,964 |
Puducherry Technological University General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: Home State quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 2,30,918 | – | 1,40,254 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 3,09,655 | – | 65,504 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 3,81,718 | – | 1,48,237 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 4,79,417 | – | 2,75,553 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 5,72,080 | – | 3,17,064 |
How Puducherry Technological University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 51,853 | 62,405 | +10,552 |
| Information Technology4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 46,273 | 63,644 | +17,371 |
| Chemical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 44,179 | 64,410 | +20,231 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,857 | 64,597 | +11,740 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 52,555 | 67,555 | +15,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 58,554 | 70,294 | +11,740 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 57,708 | 71,243 | +13,535 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 57,982 | 73,259 | +15,277 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 61,291 | 77,554 | +16,263 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 68,795 | 86,633 | +17,838 |
Puducherry Technological University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 57,233 | 65,703 | 64,410 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 78,491 | 89,050 | 86,633 |
| Civil Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 5,34,773 | 3,86,246 | 5,72,080 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 48,768 | 56,480 | 62,405 |
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 1,68,596 | 2,09,016 | 3,09,655 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 56,968 | 58,937 | 67,555 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 56,014 | 61,192 | 71,243 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 2,27,780 | 2,44,172 | 3,81,718 |
| Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 51,227 | 58,814 | 73,259 |
| Information Technology4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 44,373 | 47,439 | 63,644 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 69,273 | 78,585 | 70,294 |
| Mechanical Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 3,98,302 | 4,23,455 | – |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 60,203 | 64,579 | 77,554 |
| Mechatronics Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | HS | 2,98,097 | 2,48,412 | 4,79,417 |
How to reach Puducherry Technological University and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Pondicherry Airport (PNY), about 7 km
- Main railway station: Puducherry, about 10 km
- City: Puducherry, 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: Puducherry Technological University cutoff
What is the Puducherry Technological University cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 62,405 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 86,633 for Civil Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at Puducherry Technological University?
Computer Science and Engineering at Puducherry Technological University closed at JEE Main rank 62,405 (General (OPEN), All India 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 Puducherry Technological University?
Yes. Candidates whose Class 12 state is Puducherry compete for Home State seats, which usually close at much higher ranks. For example, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) closed at 2,30,918 for the Home State quota versus 64,597 for Other State in JoSAA 2026.
Which exam rank is used for admission to Puducherry Technological University?
Puducherry Technological University 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 Puducherry Technological University?
Puducherry Technological University is placed at rank band 201-300 in NIRF 2025 (Engineering category). NIRF is published by the Ministry of Education.
Where is Puducherry Technological University and how do I reach it?
Puducherry Technological University is in Puducherry, Puducherry. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport (PNY), about 7 km away, and the nearest main railway station is Puducherry, about 10 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.