IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 branch-wise and category-wise closing ranks. Check CSE highest cutoff, lowest rank branches, and safe JEE Advanced rank range.
The Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad Cutoff 2026 reflects the admission trend of one of the newer IITs that has steadily gained popularity among JEE Advanced aspirants. Compared to older IITs, IIT Dharwad offers relatively broader rank opportunities while still maintaining strong academic standards.
Based on recent JosAA 2025 cutoff trends, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) remains the most competitive branch, typically closing around the 4,000–5,000 AIR range in the OPEN category. Electrical Engineering and interdisciplinary branches usually follow in the mid-range ranks.
On the other hand, core branches such as Mechanical or Civil Engineering may extend to 12,000–15,000+ AIR in the OPEN category, making IIT Dharwad accessible to a wider pool of candidates.
This wider cutoff band makes IIT Dharwad a realistic target for students who may not secure seats in older IITs but still aim for the IIT tag with strong growth potential.
IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 for General Category (OPEN)
| Branch | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 7208 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 8222 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 9476 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 11051 |
| Engineering Physics | 15353 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | 16680 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | 17472 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 14852 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences (BS-MS Dual Degree, 5 Years) | 18979 |
IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 for EWS Category
| Branch | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 850 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 1193 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1462 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1502 |
| Engineering Physics | 2299 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2134 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | 2567 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | 2590 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences (BS-MS Dual Degree, 5 Years) | 2752 |
IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 for OBC-NCL Category
| Branch | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2603 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 3178 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3510 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 4020 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 5174 |
| Engineering Physics | 5959 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | 6021 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | 5868 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences (BS-MS Dual Degree, 5 Years) | 6478 |
IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 for SC Category
| Branch | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1367 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 1777 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1673 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1900 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2789 |
| Engineering Physics | 3332 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | 3274 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | 3098 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences (BS-MS Dual Degree, 5 Years) | 3492 |
IIT Dharwad Cutoff 2026 for ST Category
| Branch | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 574 |
| Mathematics and Computing | 1026 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 946 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1077 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 1213 |
| Engineering Physics | 1480 |
| Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | 1479 |
| Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | 1240 |
| Interdisciplinary Sciences (BS-MS Dual Degree, 5 Years) | 1579 |
Safe Marks for IIT Dharwad (JEE Advanced 2026)
| Category | Expected Safe Marks* |
|---|---|
| General | 100 – 130 |
| EWS | 90 – 120 |
| OBC-NCL | 85 – 115 |
| SC | 70 – 95 |
| ST | 60 – 85 |
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