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IIT Hyderabad - Indian Institute of Technology B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

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• Updated on 19 Jun, 2026 by Vinay Kothari

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – JEE Advanced Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech ME
College Name IIT Hyderabad
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 4469 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 4976 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (10.19%)
Total Seats 65
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 4469 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 4976. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech ME at IIT Hyderabad.

Admission to the BTech ME 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 Hyderabad BTech ME in 2024 was 4469 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (4976 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for IIT Hyderabad BTech ME. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2024, 2023, 2022

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 713 698 879
Round 2 739 751 955
Round 3 739 751 955
Round 4 739 751 955
Round 5 786 751 955
Round 6 786 751 986
Last Round 786 751 986

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 4252 4536 4747
Round 2 4267 4664 4941
Round 3 4267 4681 4941
Round 4 4267 4681 4941
Round 5 4469 4726 4941
Round 6 4469 4976 5273
Last Round 4469 4976 5273

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 2087 2112 2157
Round 2 2121 2252 2232
Round 3 2121 2252 2232
Round 4 2121 2252 2232
Round 5 2121 2264 2232
Round 6 2121 2354 2268
Last Round 2121 2354 2268

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1096 1117 1043
Round 2 1116 1245 1043
Round 3 1116 1245 1043
Round 4 1116 1245 1043
Round 5 1116 1277 1043
Round 6 1116 1394 1043
Last Round 1116 1394 1043

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 570 540 558
Round 2 570 540 583
Round 3 570 540 583
Round 4 570 540 583
Round 5 570 540 583
Round 6 570 540 590
Last Round 570 540 590

The IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 4252 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 4469 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 BTech ME program at IIT Hyderabad.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Hyderabad BTech ME in 2024 was 4469 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 4252 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 4469 ▲ 507 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 4976 ▲ 297 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2022 5273 - Base Year

The IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff has shown a consistent increase in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank improved from 5273 in 2022 to 4976 in 2023, and further to 4469 in 2024. This indicates a rising demand for the BTech ME program at IIT Hyderabad, with more high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 804 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~15.25%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2023 and 2024 with a change of 507 ranks.
  • IIT Hyderabad BTech ME remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 5273 4976 4469

The closing rank trend indicates rising demand for IIT Hyderabad BTech ME. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 4469 - Very High
EWS 786 3683 ranks High
OBC 2121 2348 ranks High
SC 1116 3353 ranks High
ST 570 3899 ranks High

The IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 4469, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 2121, showing a difference of 2348 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 1116 and 570 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 2348 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 3899 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Hyderabad BTech ME admission.

Impact of Reservation on IIT Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 4976 in 2023 to 4469 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 4469
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 Hyderabad BTech ME, 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 Hyderabad BTech ME

The IIT Hyderabad BTech ME seat matrix shows that a total of 65 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 Hyderabad vs Peer Colleges BTech ME Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Hyderabad 4469 4976 5273
IIT Bombay 1685 1736 1406
IIT Delhi 1782 1791 1882
IIT Madras 2310 2572 2786
IIT Kanpur 2776 2940 3155
IIT Roorkee 3437 3570 3685

The BTech ME cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. IIT Bombay has the lowest closing rank at 1685, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Delhi and IIT Madras. IIT Hyderabad has relatively higher closing ranks at 4469, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • IIT Bombay has the most competitive cutoff
  • IIT Delhi and IIT Madras show similar competition levels
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: IIT Bombay (Rank ~1685)
Highest cutoff: IIT Hyderabad (Rank ~4469)
IIT Delhi falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for BTech ME Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, IIT Bombay is the most preferred institute for BTech ME , followed by IIT Delhi and IIT Madras. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at IIT Hyderabad Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) 58 View Details
M.Sc. in Chemistry 336 View Details
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 656 View Details
B. Tech in Artificial Intelligence 875 View Details
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 2105 View Details
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering (IC Design and Technology) 2147 View Details
BTech ME (Current) 4469 View Details
B.Tech. in Engineering Physics 4932 View Details
B.Tech in Chemical Engineering 5757 View Details
B.Tech Civil Engineering 7898 View Details

IIT Hyderabad offers a range of BTech ME, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 58 , followed by M.Sc. in Chemistry at 336. 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 Hyderabad Based on Cutoff

  • Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry follows as the second most competitive
  • B.Tech. Computer Science 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 Hyderabad?

Among all courses, Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT Hyderabad, making it the most competitive branch. M.Sc. in Chemistry follows as another highly competitive option , while B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT Hyderabad BTech ME Cutoff

What is the IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 4469 (2024).

Can I get IIT Hyderabad BTech ME with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 4469 to 5273, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Hyderabad BTech ME in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 4469 for General category.

Is IIT Hyderabad BTech ME better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is IIT Bombay at rank 1685.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for BTech ME?

Based on available peer data, IIT Bombay has the lowest recent closing rank.

What factors affect IIT Hyderabad BTech ME cutoff?

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