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IIT Bhubaneswar - Indian Institute of Technology B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering Cutoff

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Estd. 2008
NIRF #39 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 16 Jul, 2026 by Aafreen Zarief

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – JEE Advanced Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering
College Name IIT Bhubaneswar
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 5157 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 5190 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (0.64%)
Total Seats 54
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 5157 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 5190. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering at IIT Bhubaneswar.

Admission to the B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering program is conducted through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced) based on JEE Advanced ranks, with a total of 7 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering in 2024 was 5157 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (5190 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2024, 2023, 2022

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 650 622 631
Round 2 734 657 662
Round 3 734 657 662
Round 4 738 657 662
Round 5 738 657 662
Round 6 738 657 662
Last Round 738 657 662

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 4798 4641 4110
Round 2 5017 4825 4189
Round 3 5017 4886 4189
Round 4 5025 4886 4189
Round 5 5157 4946 4189
Round 6 5157 5190 4571
Last Round 5157 5190 4571

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 59 145 178
Round 2 59 145 178
Round 3 59 145 178
Round 4 59 145 178
Round 5 59 145 178
Round 6 59 145 178
Last Round 59 145 178

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1955 1951 1536
Round 2 1990 2001 1673
Round 3 1990 2001 1673
Round 4 1990 2001 1673
Round 5 2026 2001 1673
Round 6 2026 2001 1701
Last Round 2026 2001 1701

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1206 964 1087
Round 2 1239 1220 1090
Round 3 1239 1220 1090
Round 4 1239 1220 1090
Round 5 1239 1220 1090
Round 6 1239 1220 1090
Last Round 1239 1220 1090

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 538 427 390
Round 2 538 427 390
Round 3 538 427 390
Round 4 538 427 390
Round 5 538 427 390
Round 6 538 441 390
Last Round 538 441 390

The IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 4798 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 5157 in the final round (Last Round). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering program at IIT Bhubaneswar.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering in 2024 was 5157 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 4798 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 5157 ▲ 33 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 5190 ▼ 619 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 4571 - Base Year

The IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 4571 in 2022 to 5190 in 2023, and further to 5157 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering program at IIT Bhubaneswar, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 586 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~12.82%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 619 ranks.
  • IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 4571 5190 5157

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 5157 - Very High
EWS 738 4419 ranks High
GeneralPwD 59 5098 ranks High
OBC 2026 3131 ranks High
SC 1239 3918 ranks High
ST 538 4619 ranks High

The IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 5157, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 2026, showing a difference of 3131 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 1239 and 538 respectively, indicating comparatively lower competition. This variation is primarily driven by category-wise seat allocation and demand differences during counselling.

  • The smallest cutoff gap vs General is for OBC at 3131 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for GeneralPwD at 5098 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering admission.

Impact of Reservation on IIT Bhubaneswar Cutoff

The variation in cutoff ranks across categories is influenced by the reservation policy implemented by the Government of India. A fixed percentage of seats is allocated to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories, resulting in relatively higher closing ranks for reserved categories compared to the General category. This ensures equitable access to premier institutions like IIT Bhubaneswar while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 5190 in 2023 to 5157 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 5157
Category Variation Different cutoffs per category Reserved categories generally have higher closing ranks than General
Course Demand Indicator Consistently lower closing rank suggests stronger demand Recent trend data indicates continued demand concentration

Year-wise Trend Impact

A consistent improvement in closing rank over the years suggests increasing competition for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering, as more high-ranking candidates prefer this course.

Round-wise Cutoff Movement

Cutoff ranks typically expand from the first round to the final round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling, as seats are reallocated based on candidate preferences and withdrawals.

Category-wise Variation

Cutoff ranks differ across categories, with General category usually having the lowest closing rank, indicating higher competition compared to reserved categories.

Seat Matrix for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering

The IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering seat matrix shows that a total of 54 seats are available for the program, distributed across multiple categories. This distribution plays a crucial role in determining cutoff ranks, as categories with fewer seats tend to have more competitive cutoffs.

IIT Bhubaneswar vs Peer Colleges B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Bhubaneswar 5157 5190 4571
Nirma University 1127 - -
IIT Roorkee 1424 1429 1443
IIT Guwahati 1658 1698 1711
IIT Patna 5196 5319 -
NIT Warangal 5341 5814 5927

The B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. Nirma University has the lowest closing rank at 1127, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Roorkee and IIT Guwahati. NIT Warangal has relatively higher closing ranks at 5341, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • Nirma University has the most competitive cutoff
  • IIT Roorkee and IIT Guwahati show similar competition levels
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: Nirma University (Rank ~1127)
Highest cutoff: NIT Warangal (Rank ~5341)
IIT Roorkee falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, Nirma University is the most preferred institute for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering , followed by IIT Roorkee and IIT Guwahati. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at IIT Bhubaneswar Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
Integrated M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Chemistry 412 -
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 3685 View Details
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering (Current) 5157 View Details
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 7661 View Details
B.Tech. in Engineering Physics 9974 -
BTech ME 10233 View Details
B.Tech Civil Engineering 14782 View Details
B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 14898 View Details

IIT Bhubaneswar offers a range of B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. Integrated M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Chemistry is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 412 , followed by B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering at 3685. Other courses also attract varying levels of competition depending on candidate preferences and seat intake. Reviewing cutoff trends across courses can help in making better admission decisions.

Popular Courses at IIT Bhubaneswar Based on Cutoff

  • Integrated M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Chemistry has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering follows as the second most competitive
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering shows moderate competition
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at IIT Bhubaneswar?

Among all courses, Integrated M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Chemistry consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT Bhubaneswar, making it the most competitive branch. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering follows as another highly competitive option , while B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff

What is the IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 5157 (2024).

Can I get IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering with rank 200?

Based on recent cutoff trends, this is possible for the General category.

Does IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 4571 to 5190, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 5157 for General category.

Is IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is Nirma University at rank 1127.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering?

Based on available peer data, Nirma University has the lowest recent closing rank.

What factors affect IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering cutoff?

Major factors include exam difficulty, number of applicants, seat matrix, category allocation, and counselling round movements.