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IIT Hyderabad - Indian Institute of Technology M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

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• Updated on 19 Jun, 2026 by Vinay Kothari

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – IIT JAM Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name M.Sc. in Chemistry
College Name IIT Hyderabad
Admission Through IIT Delhi Counselling (via IIT JAM)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 336 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 356 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (5.62%)
Total Seats 40
Counselling Rounds 5 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body IIT Delhi

The IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 336 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 356. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Hyderabad.

Admission to the M.Sc. in Chemistry program is conducted through IIT Delhi Counselling (via IIT JAM) based on IIT JAM ranks, with a total of 5 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry in 2024 was 336 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (356 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

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

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 429 380 335
Round 2 464 380 338
Round 3 464 405 353
Round 4 464 442 371
Round 5 464 442 371

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 288 283 269
Round 2 321 293 273
Round 3 321 293 276
Round 4 328 356 319
Round 5 336 356 319

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2022
Round 1 3543
Round 2 3543
Round 3 3543
Round 4 3543

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 497 523 700
Round 2 599 557 711
Round 3 606 579 733
Round 4 606 589 766
Round 5 616 589 766

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1589 1401 1407
Round 2 1859 1401 1484
Round 3 1859 1459 1558
Round 4 1859 1495 1558
Round 5 1913 1495 1558

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 4119 2885 3169
Round 2 4119 2885 273
Round 3 4119 2885 3169
Round 4 4119 2885 3335
Round 5 4119 2885 3335

The IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 288 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 336 in the final round (Round 5). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during IIT Delhi counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the M.Sc. in Chemistry program at IIT Hyderabad.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry in 2024 was 336 (Round 5).
  • The opening rank remained 288 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Round 5 during IIT Delhi counselling.

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 336 ▲ 20 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 356 ▼ 37 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 319 - Base Year

The IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 319 in 2022 to 356 in 2023, and further to 336 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the M.Sc. in Chemistry program at IIT Hyderabad, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during IIT Delhi.

  • The closing rank changed by 17 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~5.33%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 37 ranks.
  • IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 319 356 336

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 336 - Very High
EWS 464 128 ranks High
OBC 616 280 ranks Moderate
SC 1913 1577 ranks Lower
ST 4119 3783 ranks Lower

The IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 336, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 616, showing a difference of 280 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 1913 and 4119 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 EWS at 128 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 3783 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry 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 M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 356 in 2023 to 336 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 336
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 M.Sc. in Chemistry, 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 IIT Delhi 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 M.Sc. in Chemistry

The IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry seat matrix shows that a total of 40 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 M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Hyderabad 336 356 319
IIT Delhi 108 115 102
IIT Madras 200 262 238
IIT Roorkee 221 224 199
IIT Guwahati 267 275 259
IIT Gandhinagar 358 345 310

The M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. IIT Delhi has the lowest closing rank at 108, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Madras and IIT Roorkee. IIT Gandhinagar has relatively higher closing ranks at 358, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

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

Lowest cutoff: IIT Delhi (Rank ~108)
Highest cutoff: IIT Gandhinagar (Rank ~358)
IIT Madras falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for M.Sc. in Chemistry Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, IIT Delhi is the most preferred institute for M.Sc. in Chemistry , followed by IIT Madras and IIT Roorkee. 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 (Current) 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 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 M.Sc. in Chemistry, 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 M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

What is the IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 336 (2024).

Can I get IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 319 to 356, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 336 for General category.

Is IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is IIT Delhi at rank 108.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for M.Sc. in Chemistry?

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

What factors affect IIT Hyderabad M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff?

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